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Hi, sometimes I gotta go RIGHT NOW while driving in my car on an errand or to meet someone somehwhere. etc. and there isn't a place I can stop right away where I am to use the restroom. I have one of those cards where you can always use the restroom, but I'm not always in an area where I can find something as soon as I need it. And then I have to deal with having an accident. Does anybody have problems with this and have a solution? 

 Reply posted for Brie3.

OMG - there is such great information here.  I just joined today, but I thought I was the only one experiencing 'accidents'....I just returned from a Las Vegas trip with the girls and had an accident.  Luckily I had on a longish shirt that covered me up, but had to find a restroom quickly, clean up, but had no extra clothes or undies with me.  I have thrown away more good underware :(.   Some great tips here - thanks for sharing.

When you mention Depends - I thought they were for urine - do they work well for poo also???    That might calm some of my anxiety....

Thanks

 Reply posted for DVM2008.

I posted this in another thread, but since you asked directly what to put in a kit, I've copied it below.  In addition to the kits described below, in the car I carry TP, garbage bags, and a 5-gallon bucket (most restaurants have plenty they'd be glad to give you and they're more comfortable than you'd think).  I live in the desert so there aren't any woods to crap in or leaves to gather (um, nothing but cactus, ouch!), and I commute over 80 miles to work, so the bucket is important even though I have rarely had to use it. 

One of the things that's helped me the most is having an emergency kit with me at all times.  Actually, I have several levels of kits.  One I carry on me when I have intense symptoms which contains kleenex, individually packaged handi-wipes, and a couple compressed towel pills that expand into a washcloth when you add water.  There's a slightly bigger one in my briefcase and golf bag that has a change of undies, a plastic bag, and more clean-up supplies. And I have a big kit in each car and in my desk at work that includes the normal stuff plus a change of pants.  I have found zipper pouches to put them in such that I could have a trusted friend fetch it and bring it to me in the bathroom, without even knowing what's inside.  These layers of preparation are incredibly important in my sense of confidence, even though the need for them is surprisingly rare.  Knowing I have them ready allows me to live more comfortably. 

 Reply posted for Brie3.

OMG! all the time! I can't tell you how many times I have pulled over and used the woods, I have even thought about keeping a child's port-a- potty in my car. As you probebly know, sometimes there is no time to hold it in, and you have to go right at that moment. I often wear depends just in case I can't get to the bathroom in time and also plan my day around when body usually has to eliminate, even though that is not always foolproof.

 Reply posted for Brie3.

Hi,

After one too many accidents in the car (I usually have about 30 seconds after the first twinge) I finally made my own travel potty.  I have a mini van so I am able to crouch behind the passenger side front seat.  I use the base to my children's old training potty seat and line it with a kitchen garbage bag. It is always ready when I need to pull over at the side of the road.  I have wipes within reach and antibacterial gel for my hands.  I always carry extra underwear with me too.  When I am done I just knot the bag and dispose of it at the closest garbage can.  I then put a new bag in and am ready for the next emergency.

 Reply posted for glory.

The "I CAN'T WAIT" card is on the back of the membership card that is supplied to members of CCFA. To become a member it only costs $30 for an individual, and you get perks for joining.

The card basically states that you have a medical condition which requires you to use the bathroom facilities urgently.

 Reply posted for krbuerg.

Hi,

That is actually something I am thinking of doing (putting together an emergency bag).  What would you put into an emergency kit?

 Reply posted for Brie3.

I travel a lot with my husband now that we're retired.  I always wear a pad or two (long but not thick sanitary pads called Lightdays).  This way if I can't find a restroom in time, the pad absorbs a lot and then I change the pad when I can.  Where do you get the card stating you are a Crohns patient and need to use the restroom?

 Reply posted for Brie3.

My brother bought me a GPS and my son programmed it to locate all the McDonalds and gas stations .....Mc D's are everywhere..

 Reply posted for Brie3.

I am so glad to see others' prep for travel. Today, I made a huge mistake of not going to the bathroom before I headed on the highway. Well, it was rush hour and the traffic was horrible so I had an accident. I was trying to figure out what to do and I couldn't even get to an exit. I am definitely planning on packing an emergency bag!

 Reply posted for Brie3.

I always carry a small back-pack with a change of underware, pants, or shorts. Also, toilet paper, wet-wipes, immodium, and paper towels. Become familiar with the areas you are traveling, make mental notes of gas stations, resturants, rest area's, or even wooded areas. Just being prepared for accidents can take a lot of stress away. And if you do hav an accident, clean yourself up and deal with it. I also like to carry something can wrap around my waist, like a light jacket, or flannel shirt. This can help to hide accidents, until you can clean up. Good Luck!

 Reply posted for Brie3.

Yes, I to have had that problem more than once.
I keep a small bag with me on road trips, it consists of toliet paper, wet wipes, antibacterial hand cream and a plastic bag so if I do have an accident.
It has made my trips more at ease.  Also carry a beach towel in your car so if you need to go on the side of the road you can cover yourself and not feel so exposed. Just open both doors and wrap the towel around your waist.
I hope this all helps.
Tris