There are a lot of things I thought I'd become an expert in as a mom.
Car seats. School lunches. Removing stickers from places they absolutely did not belong. And pretending I didn't just step on a Lego.
Toilet paper was not one of them.
And yet, between having four kids and a digestive system that likes to ruin my afternoon, I've developed some extremely strong opinions about what happens in my bathroom.
When you have IBS, the last thing you want is toilet paper that feels like you're wiping with a receipt.
So when I came across Who Gives A Crap's bamboo toilet paper, I decided to give it a try.
For journalism. For science. For my butt (and yours).
First of All, It's Actually Cheaper Per Sheet
I'll admit it. I assumed bamboo toilet paper would be expensive.
Because apparently my brain thinks "better for the planet" automatically means "prepare your wallet for impact."
But here's the plot twist: Who Gives A Crap's bamboo toilet paper is actually 40% cheaper than the market leader.*
In fact, a single person can save an average of $135 a year on toilet paper by switching to Who Gives A Crap.
And as someone buying toilet paper for SIX people, I'll take every dollar I can save.
Have you seen the price of a latte lately? Even without cold foam???
It's Soft, Strong, and Doesn't Have a Bunch of Unnecessary Stuff
Now, let's talk about what actually matters.
Is it good toilet paper?
Surprisingly, yes.
It's soft enough for multiple wipes (thank you, IBS), strong enough to hold up when things get... complicated, and made from bamboo instead of traditional tree-based materials.
But what really impressed me was everything they don't add.
We're talking no PFAS added, no inks or dyes, no fragrances, and BPA free. It's also hypoallergenic, dermatologically tested, and sensitive skin friendly.
Which is reassuring when you have four kids and a behind that's been through enough already.
The Wrappers Are Almost Too Cute for My Bathroom
I never thought I'd describe toilet paper as cute, but here we are.
Each roll comes individually wrapped in fun, colorful designs that make my bathroom look like I actually put effort into decorating it.
Spoiler: I did not.
And the best part? The fun designs are on the wrappers, not the toilet paper itself. So you get all the personality without the unnecessary inks or dyes on the sheets.
Finally, bathroom decor that doubles as something my family actually needs.
Unlike the Mega Corporation TP, They Donate 50% of Their Profits.
As if the price, quality, and adorable packaging weren't enough, Who Gives A Crap also donates 50% of its profits to help provide access to clean water and toilets.
And because their toilet paper is made from bamboo, it's a more sustainable alternative to conventional tree-based toilet paper.
So now my family's extremely frequent bathroom trips are supporting something bigger than our household's toilet paper consumption.
Which, trust me, is saying a lot.
So, Would I Recommend Who Gives A Crap's Bamboo Toilet Paper?
Yes. No hesitation.
It's soft, strong, thoughtfully made, cheaper per sheet than some big-name alternatives, and comes in packaging that actually makes me smile.
Plus, it gets delivered straight to my door, which means one less thing I have to remember while keeping four children alive.
I never expected to become a woman with a favorite toilet paper brand.
But motherhood changes you. And IBS changes you.
Apparently, they can also make you a bamboo toilet paper critic on the internet.
At least my butt and my bank account are both better off for it.
*based on Top 10 Charmin SKUs by sales value, Nielsen Byzzer, 12 weeks ending 15th March 2025
