#fat hygiene

[fatliberation]

This is a bit embarrassing but here goes. I’ve always been on the larger side of average, but with some new medication I’ve gained quite a bit of weight and am definitely now in fat territory. My question is, I’ve been having a harder time wiping my ass, to be totally honest. Do you have any tips or tricks I can use as I adjust to my new size?

nah it’s important to talk about fat hygiene without shame! this is a change I’ve dealt with as well. I can’t reach behind myself anymore so I have to lean forward & go underneath. you might have to get off of the toilet completely so that you can squat low enough with your legs open sumo style. if that’s not doing the trick, get a bidet! I think everyone should give bidets a chance. I got one for $15 online and installed it at home with my partner. they also make portable ones! handles that grip wipes/tp also exist for this reason.

[fatliberation]

I cannot overstate enough how much my bidet has made me feel so clean. I don't feel like I have to shower as often because everything down there gets taken care of, and I don't have to twist on the toliet.

If your fat or disabled or just are wondering please please get one!

!!

[fatliberation]

while we're talking about Toileting While Fat, could i open a question to the floor for those of us with, uh, let's say a large back as well as a large front?

i've tried the wipe and tp holders but also have wrist pain/hand mobility issues and getting them physically between cheeks that want very badly to stay pressed together is a struggle and a half, no matter the angle of attack i try. not to mention that it means reaching in so far that when washing my hands i feel like i have to wash my dominant hand and arm basically up to the elbow just to be sure

before i invest in a bidet as my next thing to try, do my fellow big cheeked fatties find that the stream actually manages to reach up between the cheeks to clean what it needs to clean? and an addendum, do my fellow IBS people with bidets find the stream is sufficiently thorough to clean the, uh, well, tbh there is no polite way to word this, so, to clean the more sticky and clingy stuff off when your body decides to produce it? i'm sorry that's a whole lot of TMI in one post. the joys of fatness and disability/chronic illness intersecting i guess. i just haven't been able to find a good solution so far beyond having someone physically HELP with wiping, and that's obviously not possible in a lot of situations.

opening this up to followers who may have some advice!

[fatliberation]

regarding the question of wiping oneself, i bought a 5$ maternity peri bottle at Walmart that has done wonders for my hygiene AND self esteem. it's a squeezy bottle with an angled nozzle specifically meant for gentle and portable cleaning - mine even came with a carry bag so im not afraid to pop it in my bag when im on the go!

thanks for the info!

[fatliberation]

Hello! Saw the ask ab wiping and as somebody with some mobility issues, here's a couple more tips!

One, use a wall to help yourself turn. It helps make that bit more of distance for us, and it makes taking a bidet Alot easier.

Now, we Specifically have a wall radiator but even just the wall can help you bend up and down. You're gonna want to ride the bidet, and, if it's an issue to reach down, turn your ass to the stream.

You'll want to try to bend a little to reach, or use some sponge. It Definetly helps.

Remeber to avoid wiping inwards if you have a vulva/vagina, sorry we dont have much experience with dicks.

Generally, don't be worried about standing and bending, use walls to help yourself, judt be patient. It might take a couple tries

thanks for sharing!

[certifiedsexed]

Hello !!! I hope its okay to send something in, i know you have a bunch to go through. I really do appreciate what you're doing!!!

I am gonna ask for Vagina specifics, but before i get into it, i wouldn't mind if you also wanted to answer for other genitalia <3

So.. I'm a fat person, and i really don't mind! What i do mind and have noticed.. my labia and such are also changing, and it is a bit of a struggle to wipe. I have to gently spread myself to. Is there any tips on how to take care of fat genitals? I don't want to risk infections or anything. Thank you!

Hi, it's always okay to send something in, I love answering questions. I'm glad to help. <3

Now, this article is more for body hygiene for fat bodies in general, not genitalia specifically, but I think it might have the info you're looking for! If it doesn't, let me know and I can do some more searching.

Important notes for those who don't read the article:

"Keep The Wet Bits Dry! If you have any areas of skin that experience friction, feel warmer, or are moist to the touch, it will be important to keep these areas of your skin dry. When the folds of your skin collect moisture, they can also collect bacteria and other pathogens that can lead to irritation and rashes.

If you’re experiencing an active flare-up of red, raw, irritated skin, don’t panic.

It’s common for yeast-type infections to develop on areas of the skin where oil and moisture are present. These infections are very similar to “jock itch," a common infection⁠ of the skin on the groin. Keep the impacted area clean⁠ and dry, and it will likely clear up on its own. You can use ice packs or cold compresses to help with some of the warmth and irritation.

There are also antifungal sprays you can get to relieve some irritation, although they can sometimes cause burning when first applied due to their alcohol content.

If you’re picking up any medicated sprays or treatments, it’s best to check in with a doctor first to make sure they’re right for you. You should also check with a doctor if the irritation doesn’t go away, or if it gets worse after a few days."

Hope this helps! If it doesn't, or if you have more questions, lemme know! <3

[fattypanc4kes]

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