Living in a house with four women and one man can lead to some unique challenges. One family is facing a particularly messy problem: the dad keeps leaving the bathroom door open, and their dog gets into the menstruation-related trash, creating a disgusting scene. The women in the house are fed up with cleaning up after the dog, and they’re wondering if it’s time for dad to take responsibility for his actions. ♀️
The Family Dynamic

The Bathroom Situation

Doggy Disaster

Failed Attempts at Training

Dad’s Forgetfulness

The Gross Cleanup

Family Frustration

Taking Responsibility

The Dilemma

Dad’s Fault?

The Big Question

EDIT: Solutions and Gratitude

The Chosen Solution

Problem Solved

A Thank You

A Menstruation Mess: Who’s Responsible?
This family is at their wit’s end with dad’s forgetfulness, which has led to a messy situation involving their dog and menstruation-related trash. The women in the house have had enough of cleaning up after the dog and are considering making dad take responsibility for his actions. They’ve tried training the dog and finding a lidded trashcan, but nothing has worked. After seeking advice, they’ve found a solution by placing the trashcan under the sink, but the question remains: should dad have been the one to clean up his mess? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
NTA comment sparks discussion on bathroom etiquette and responsibility

A satisfying solution: make him clean up his own mess

Engaging comment and a hilarious reply mix

Closing the bathroom door: a simple rule to follow

Commenter suggests alternative solution for bathroom trash problem.

Struggling to find a small trash can with a lid

Solutions for a trash pup in a small bathroom

Menstruating is natural, but bathroom privacy is essential

Leaving the bathroom door open? Not cool, dad!

NTA comment sparks humorous reply

Male managers clean up after animal sanctuary bathroom blunder

Closing the bathroom door: a lesson for all dads

Lidless trash cans are a bathroom design flaw

Gate won’t work? Sounds like dad needs a reality check

A sign to remind dad to close the door? Maybe not THAT sign
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Door closer suggestion to avoid bathroom blunder. NTA judgement.

Teaching dad bathroom etiquette, NTA saves the day!

Dad’s bathroom mishap gets a NTA verdict. Close the door!

Dog outsmarts family with living room trashcan

Brooms to the rescue! NTA gets backup support

Smaller trash bin on top of toilet reduces period incidences

Dog poo duty but can’t handle tampons?
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Creative solutions suggested for bathroom trashcan odor problem.

A debate on the feasibility of adding a trash can

Dog gets into bathroom trash, commenter suggests solution.
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Sustainable period options suggested. NTA for bathroom blunder.

Diva cups: the solution to menstrual waste and dog attacks

Clever solution to avoid dad’s bathroom blunder

A helpful tip for avoiding dad’s bathroom blunder

Dog’s bathroom blunder leads to creative solution. NTA wins!

A helpful tip for a common bathroom problem

One commenter takes a unique approach to feminine hygiene waste

Trash talk in the bathroom: ESH calls out the excuses

Dad’s bathroom habits cause trouble, commenter calls him out.

Trashcan trouble in the bathroom, but is closing the door worth it?

Clean up your trash daily to avoid a bathroom blunder

Train your dad like a dog?

The frequency of the bathroom mishap and bin emptying.

Hydraulic door closer suggested to prevent bathroom blunder.

Training dad with a spray bottle or newspaper? NTA

Prevent bathroom blunders with a baby lock on trash lid

Dad forgets to close bathroom door, commenters find it hilarious
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A helpful suggestion for a dog-sized bathroom bin
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Creative solution to prevent dog from getting tampons
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Train the dog to teach dad a lesson

Practical solutions offered to avoid dad’s bathroom blunder. NTA.
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Easy fix for smelly bathroom, but biohazard not his job

This commenter understands the struggle of living with many women and shares their experience with cleaning up after bathroom blunders.

Living with women in college: a man’s perspective

Debate over practicality of solution to bathroom trash issue

Commenter calls out OP’s unsanitary behavior and offers solution.

Dispose of products in another bin. Yelling won’t solve anything.

A simple solution to avoid inconveniencing family members

A dad’s bathroom blunder and a nonchalant attitude. NTA.

NTA suggests menstrual cups to reduce trash. Will dad clean up?

NTA. Menstruation isn’t gross. Tell him to put on gloves
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Suggests smaller trash can under sink to avoid future mishaps.

Hygienic solution proposed for bathroom trash problem

Safety first! A baby-proof lock on the cabinet is essential

Sister’s creative solution to brother’s bathroom blunder

Puppy vs Dad: Bathroom Garbage Edition

Suggests a solution for dad’s bathroom problem with a personal anecdote

Use the dog’s mess as a deterrent

Dog sniffs out bathroom blunder, commenter not at fault.

Dog owner is NTA, dad should clean up his mess

Important reminder to keep pets safe from human negligence
