How to Pee in a Bottle as a Woman + Best Portable Devices to Use

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Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Fact Checked

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Peeing in a Bottle

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Ladies—have you ever really needed to pee, but didn’t have anywhere you could go? Whether you’re traveling, on a car ride, or just unable to find a bathroom, it’s actually possible to pee in a bottle successfully! We’ll show you how to do it cleanly, plus explore the easiest-to-use portable female urinary devices (yes, they’re a thing). Read on to learn more!

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Grab a large bottle with a wide opening. Remove your clothing or push your pants/skirt/dress aside. Hold the bottle comfortably against your urethra and pee slowly, being careful not to overflow the bottle. Close it up, clean yourself, and discard the bottle. Or, consider using a pee funnel or portable urinary device.

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How to Pee in a Bottle for Women

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Try to find a bottle that holds at least 1.5 litres (0.40 US gal). A bottle with a wide mouth opening works. If you don't have a bottle, a cup or a funnel can also work. Having a cap for the bottle is also a good idea if you can't dump the content right away.^{[1]
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- You’ll also want to have some toilet paper, paper towels, or wet wipes on hand, as well as hand sanitizer.
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Move your clothes aside. You may only be able to push or move certain parts of your clothing out of the way if you’re not alone. Use your judgment when removing clothing so you remain comfortable throughout the process. Keep in mind that peeing outside or in public brings legal risks, like public indecency or indecent exposure (usually a misdemeanor, depending on your location).
- If you’re wearing pants or jeans, pull them down.
- If you’re wearing a skirt or a dress, lift it up.
- Remove or pull down your underwear. If you want to urinate outside discreetly, you can just pull your underwear aside, though there's a risk it will accidentally get soiled.
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Place the bottle against your urethra. If you have a small-mouth bottle and don't have a funnel, spread the labia with two fingers on one hand and put the bottle mouth over the urethra.^{[2]
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- The urethra is located on the vulva between the clitoris and the vaginal opening. It carries urine out from the bladder as you pee.^{[3]
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Try to urinate slowly so it doesn’t splash upward. Make sure the pee is going into the bottle, and if not, stop peeing, readjust, and try again. Peeing slowly helps avoid ending up with urine on your clothing or body.^{[4]
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- Avoid overflowing the bottle. Hopefully, your bottle can hold all of your pee, but if not, do your best to stop peeing when the bottle is almost full.
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Screw on the top (if it has one) and clean yourself up. Wipe yourself with toilet paper, paper towels, or wet wipes (whatever you have on hand). Don’t forget to wash your hands!
- Get rid of the bottle or clean it out with soap or bleach to use again. Only reuse the bottle for peeing; you can also mark the bottle so nobody picks it up by accident. Pour the pee into a toilet, sink, some bushes, grass, or soil (or throw the bottle away).^{[5]
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- Practice peeing in a bottle at home before you’re in a situation where you have to actually use the bottle. It might get messy, so practice in the shower where it's easy to clean up.

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What is the best bottle for peeing in?

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Try a female urinary device (FUD) for cleanliness and convenience. The best FUDs are portable, lightweight, and easy to use. They’re often shaped like a funnel so when you pee, the urine is easily directed into the receptacle. Some FUDs are disposable, while others can be cleaned and reused. Here are our top recommendations:^{[6]
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- Tinkle Belle Female Urination Device
  - Pros: Sturdy, easy-to-use, easy-to-clean
  - Cons: Too bulky for some backpacks
  - Best use: Hiking, long trips^{[7]
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- PeeBuddy Female Urination Device
  - Pros: Easy to dispose of, convenient, hygienic
  - Cons: Not as durable as reusable funnels
  - Best use: When you can’t pack something reusable^{[8]
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- Pibella Female Urination Device
  - Pros: Reusable, easy fit, leak-proof design
  - Cons: Space requirements, awkwardness
  - Best use: Peeing on a car trip (with space to pack)^{[9]
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- SheWee Female Urinal
  - Pros: Lightweight, easy-to-clean
  - Cons: Some leakage
  - Best use: Hiking trips, public bathrooms^{[10]
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- Freshette Sports & Travel Female Urinary Device
  - Pros: Foolproof, efficient
  - Cons: May expose more skin, not always easy to keep clean
  - Best use: Big mountains and cold climates^{[11]
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- TravelJohn Disposable Urinal (TJ1A)
  - Pros: Portability, no odor, good for both men and women
  - Cons: Leaking issues, price
  - Best use: Car rides, when in nature^{[12]
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Or, choose a regular bottle that is large, easy to use, and discreet. Make sure the bottle is big enough to hold a full bladder’s worth of pee, if possible, and is made out of materials like silicone or latex that are durable and easy to clean. Bottles or receptacles with a wide mouth opening, a long neck, and a handle make it simpler to pee in a bottle for females overall.
- If you’re not comfortable urinating in front of people and are concerned about discretion, get a bottle that doesn’t have a medical appearance.
When women pee using regular bottles or receptacles, it’s best to avoid ones with a narrow opening. Instead, use a small plastic tub or jar to pee in instead of a water bottle, since you won’t be able to comfortably pee into a bottle with a small, short neck. Bottles or receptacles with a cap are easier to get rid of, dump out, or throw away.^{[13]
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A female urination device (FUD), also called a personal urination device (PUD), is a bottle or funnel-shaped receptacle that allows women to pee when they’re not near a bathroom. While it’s possible to pee standing up without a device, FUDs often prevent the need to remove a lot of clothing, depending on the style and size of the FUD you use. They are made from plastic or silicone that helps direct urine from the body to avoid spills. FUDs can be both reusable or disposable, depending on your needs.^{[14]
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In addition to female urination devices, female urinals can also be called a pee funnel or a stand-to-pee device (STP). It refers to any device used to aid urination for females when they are not near a public restroom or are traveling. When using a female urinal, you should be able to stand up; many FUDs work while sitting, standing, or lying down.^{[15]
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If you have to pee very badly in a car, try crossing your legs until you reach a public restroom while relaxing every muscle other than your bladder. Distract yourself with games, messaging, or other activities to focus your attention. It’s also possible to hold in your pee during a car ride by doing things like turning off the A/C to turn up the heat and performing Kegel exercises to reduce the urge to go. Stay optimistic until you reach a place where you can empty your bladder safely!

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Where do I pee in my room if I can't go to the bathroom at night?

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You might want to buy a female urinal, or prepare a empty container you won't use.

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