Among the worst things to confront as a parent is a stomach bug - the fun doesn't stop. The stress of managing their illness along with trying to prevent it from spreading to the rest of the family can be overwhelming. While emesis bags are go-to for some parents - they’re not the most foolproof solution—especially when it comes to younger kids.
That’s where alternatives like Vommat come into play. Designed with busy parents in mind, Vommat is an eco-friendly disposable sheet that protects furniture, bedding, and other surfaces from vomit, so you can focus on comforting your child rather than dealing with messy cleanup. But the best part is your kids can just let it rip and the mess will be contained.
Why Parents Turn to Emesis Bags
Emesis bags have long been a staple for managing nausea and vomiting, particularly for on-the-go situations like car rides or air travel. They’re compact, disposable, and easy to stash in a bag or glove compartment. For older kids and adults, they’re a practical solution (sometimes). But for younger children, using an emesis bag isn’t always straightforward. Toddlers and little kids are basically drunk adults normally so when they're feeling unwell and asking them to manage a task that requires a degree of coordination - it's not going to work.
From aiming mishaps to fears of using the bag at all, many parents find themselves cleaning up spills despite their best efforts. Plus, emesis bags don’t address the secondary messes—like vomit-soaked bedding or stained couch cushions—that inevitably come with incorrect use of an emesis bag.
The Limitations of Emesis Bags for Kids
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Difficult for Young Children: Kids under five often struggle with the coordination required to use an emesis bag effectively. It's hard enough to get these kids to put their socks on - so having them overcome the overwhelming sensation of nausea to hold a bag over their faces (which we've also told them to never do) can simply be too much.
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Limited Coverage: Even when used correctly, an emesis bag only contains the vomit; it doesn’t protect surrounding areas from splashes or spills.
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Single-Use Plastic: Most emesis bags are made of cheap plastics - not ideal for eco-conscious families or for our planet.
Why Vommat is a Better Alternative
Vommats offer a comprehensive solution that tackles the challenges parents face during sick days. Here’s why they're a game-changer:
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Full Surface Protection: Vommats are large disposable sheets that create a protective barrier over beds, couches, or carpets, ensuring no surface is exposed to vomit. They offer about 16 square feet of coverage!
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Kid-Friendly Design: There’s no aiming required. They're suitable for drunk adults AND toddlers. Simply lay a Vommat down and your child can rest comfortably on top while you have peace of mind that whatever comes up will be contained.
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Eco-Friendly Materials: Unlike emesis bags, Vommats are made from sustainable materials and contain no plastics. Despite that, they're absolutely watertight! You can feel good that you’re not adding more plastic waste to the planet.
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Simplified Cleanup: When the worst is over, just ball the Vommat up and toss it—no scrubbing, no lingering odors - easy peasy cleanup.
Tips for Being Prepared
Sick days often strike without warning, so it pays to be prepared ahead of time. Here are two proactive steps that you'll be thankful for if you get taken down:
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Stock Your Pantry: Keep potential essentials like electrolyte drinks, ginger ale, and some plain crackers on hand.
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Create a Sick-Day Kit: Include Vommat sheets, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, and fever reducers in an easily accessible spot.
A Parent’s Secret Weapon
While emesis bags have their place, they’re not always enough for the chaos of a stomach bug especially for young kids. By planning ahead and keeping a pack of Vommats in your arsenal, you’ll be better equipped to meet the challenge and you'll do it with less mess and stress.
Order your Vommats today and discover the peace of mind that comes with having a foolproof solution for life’s messiest moments.
