One of the most sought-after gifts on my baby shower registry, was an item called the Pee-Pee Teepee. For those who are unfamiliar with this hilariously innovative little creation, here's it's product description:
"Changing a baby girl is not all glitz and glory; changing a baby boy is an even bigger horror story...until now! Simply place the soft cloth cone over his wee-wee, during diaper changes to avert a sprinkling."
As the soon-to-be mother of a baby boy, I was terrorized by the possibility of an unexpected spraying, during those dreaded diaper changes. I spent hours obsessing over this eventuality and was deeply relieved, when I discovered the existence of this concept.
The Pee-Pee Teepee is available in a whole host of 'themes', including 'Wild West', 'Gone Fishing', 'Blue Camo' and, my personal favorite, 'Weiner Dog'!
Since my baby daddy is a golf fiend, I asked for the very-dignified, Golf Teepees, covered with tiny, printed balls and clubs. Here's what they look like:
As I prepared my diaper changing table, the Pee-Pee Teepees were give a place of honor. Little did I know then - in those final weeks of anticipation - that being tinkled upon by my newborn baby, would be the very least of my worries. Ironically, in hindsight, I don't even remember using them. We just never seemed have enough hands, to reach for a teepee, while wiping down an angry, howling, squirmy, bottom.
But I will always keep my precious Pee-Pee Teepees. They are a great reminder that, as a parent, you may think that you have things covered (pun intended), while in reality, you're not at all in control.
PS: Just FYI, I have been sprinkled on, multiple times, and I've survived!
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