Can You Pee Standing Up on Your Period? Tips, Tricks, and Hygiene Advice

image with red dots representing women's menstrual periods for women that pee standing

Yes — you can technically pee standing up while on your period without using a funnel or device. Menstruation doesn’t change the way urine exits your body, since pee comes from the urethra (separate from the vagina). The main difference is you may need to manage the fact that blood and tissue can come out at the same time.

Here are some practical tips if you want to try:

🧍‍♀️ Body Positioning

  • Wide stance + lean forward slightly: This helps your stream aim downward instead of onto your legs.
  • Bend knees a bit: Think of a half-squat. It gives you more control and better aim.
  • Pull underwear down completely: Even period underwear can catch splashes if left partly on.

🩸 Period-Specific Considerations

  • Wear a tampon or menstrual cup if possible: That way blood doesn’t flow out while you’re peeing, which helps keep things tidier.
  • If using pads: Peeing standing up with a pad on can cause splashing or backflow, so it’s better to remove the pad before and replace it after if you’re not near a toilet.
  • Bring wipes/tissues: Menstrual flow may mix with urine, so wiping after is important to feel fresh.

💧 Practice & Cleanup

  • Try in the shower first: This helps you learn your body’s aim without worrying about mess.
  • Outdoors: Pick a spot with soft ground (like dirt, grass, or sand) rather than pavement to reduce splash-back.
  • Check wind direction (if outdoors)—pee can mist back toward your legs if you’re not careful.

👉 One extra tip: A slight forward pelvic tilt makes a big difference in avoiding splash.