Baking Soda Enemas

I have recently exprienced a bit of acid reflux. Would a baking soda enema help? What mixture and how often would you suggest? I have previously only used plain water for my enemas.

I too have recently had this type of gastric problem and tried baking soda enemas twice and each time felt it was extending my stomach afterwards with a rather uncomfortable feeling so back to plain tap water enemas which seems much better for me....

I like a baking soda enema, 1 tablespoon per quart

For my rinse enemas following a good Dr. Bronners Lavendar pure-castile soap enema, I find that a recipe of sea salt and baking soda (one large tablespoon of each in 4-qts of water) works very well. No side effects for me, and always end up feeling very refreshed.

I often use baking soda, especially when doing multiple enemas for an extra deep clean out (like when I havent had an enema for a month or more).

It seems that when I use baking soda (about a tbsp. per 4qt. bag), I can take more repeat enemas... I don't get that "waterlogged" feeling in my rectum that makes it harder to insert the nozzle.

I've also heard that baking soda can help prevent dehydration when taking multiple enemas.

A Baking Soda enema is one of the more soothing and pleasant. I use 1 tablespoon of Baking Soda per quart.

I also use a tablespoon per quart for a great enema, I use the baking soda also with a combination of Ivory soap, it cuts down on cramps.

I doubt whether the addition of baking soda would help with gastric acidity but I do think it is a comfortable addition to the enema water as it dissolves mucous and will by its osmotic effect, reducce the amount of water absorbed from the colo-rectal region into the general circulation.

If acid reflux is a problem, do make sure your stomach is empty when taking enemas

Years ago, when I was a member of the Ladies Enema Journal, LEJ, where we ladies sat on the front porch and discussed the use of enemas along with other homemaking and lady type things and the gentlemen members were out in the workshop only being allowed to lurk not participate. One of our members recommended a cool, hot weather enema that, after taking a warm quart or two of a soapy enema for an initial cleanout, consisted of a bag full of tap water from the cold water faucet with 2-tablespoons of baking soda per quart of water.

The recommended position was on the back with the knees up in a relaxed position, the bottom of the bag was to be hung only 12-inches above the Rectum and the flow was at the slowest possible setting. Nozzle recommendations were to use a douche type or other type with a tip bigger than the shaft for easier retention, if you had a Higginson pump it was advised to use it inline within reach, and hold the enema as long as it is comfortable to do so.

There was a general concern that the cool water would result in more than normal cramping and the possibility of greatly severe cramping but the recommender said that the large amount of baking soda would negate that. So a number of us, I believe it was 7 or 8 said we’d give it a try and report back.

In my case I started with 2-quarts of warm water with 2-teaspoons of Dr. Bronners Castile baby shampoo which I took in the knee chest position. I held it for 10-minutes as I went through the 3-point positions, left side, back and right side while massaging my abdomen to assure the enema did a good cleansing which resulted in a very satisfactory clean out. Being concerned about the possibility that some residual soap could affect the baking soda test, I took another 2-quarts of plain warm water, again in the knee chest position with another 10-minute 3-point hold.

For the cool baking soda enema I followed instructions using a whirling spray douche nozzle and a Higginson pump that I never needed to use except as a backflow preventer. I flowed the enema slowly, taking a full half hour to empty the bag as I massaged my abdomen in a counter clockwise direction. I experienced no cramping, only occasional pressure which dissipated when I massaged my abdomen. I was able to retain the enema almost 15-minutes before I needed to expel it. It was one of the most comfortable satisfying enemas I had ever given myself up to that time and I still take them today after working in the yard on a hot day with the same positive and pleasurable result.

I also came to realize that, as when taking any enema, to go through the process keeping your hands away from pleasure areas because if I go “over the mountain” then my desire to complete the enema and planned retention time fades. Play time follows after all goals are met.

Of those who reported back to the LEJ, with the exception of two, they had the same or close to the same results I had. The two that didn’t admitted they hadn’t taken the cleansing enemas first. Later they came back to tell us that had taken the enemas as recommended and were happy with the result.

Marlene

The last couple of fillings I get, I use baking Soda. It feels so good. The water seems to go deeper and deeper and I can hold more than with any other additive.

I usually run at least two bags full and sometimes I will do 4 bags full. Fill, empty, refill, empty. It feels so good.,

Used baking soda and salt the majority of my life.

I use baking soda also and it seems to be a very good buffering agent. I always rinse with a nice warm baking soda enema after using castile soap or glycerin, it is the relaxing enema after the storm so to think.

I always use baking soda with a bit of salt.

I use them sometimes as a rinse, as others do too. I will be having some today!

Such a huge thread for such an easy question. Switchable Susie worded it best in one post by saying "FORGET ABOUT......" And I could not agree more.

Folks don't micromanage doses, it takes away from the fun and pleasure of the experience. I realized this when I started crunching the numbers and then got so tried of all the recommendations and dosages that I said "fuck it" and used my common sense. With that I grabbed a table spoon from my drawer, flat filled it with baking soda and added it to a 2 quart coffee enema. No organic BS, no added salt, no added stress and NO CRAMPING. That's what I was going for and so far it has worked for me.

If all you're going for is no cramping and a balanced PH level just use a generic table spoon full of baking soda on a 2 quart enema and go from there.

Baking soda enemas make me expolde

I usually use 1 tablespoon per quart of water for a very comfortable (no cramp) enema.

Try 2 tblsp J&J baby shampoo and 2 tblsp baking soda to 2qts of warm water. A very nice cleansing, soothing, relaxing enema. You'll enjoy it I'm sure.

When my mother in law gave enemas she exceptionally used soap but rather simply 2 qts lukewarm water with one teaspoon or two of baking soda. She also advised the same to my wife when she stopped giving the enemas and taught her how to give them to herself if needed. The thing is... neither my wife nor I know why the baking soda? (Her mom would I think say that's how her own mom was doing.)

I have noticed that after a baking soda enema, one that I have held for a while, my hole produces its own lube. It is clear, very slippery, and sometimes there is a lot of it.

I enjoy Baking Soda in my enemas. I usually start with either epsome salts and then after 2 fillings of that, I change over to baking soda. Baking soda seems to me, to make the water wetter. Thus I can get more water in me and I like large enemas.

Sometimes I start with J&J body wash soap for the first filling. I don't measure, just a couple of squirts into the bag, I fill myself up, then expel, what is left I run in and empty the bag. Then I start with 3 pitchers of epsom salt water, then I go to baking soda, Very refreshing, especially in hot weather. Seems to cool me off.

I have now gotten back to where I want to be with being filled. It has taken a long time to get larger and larger enemas, I believe the baking soda helps.

The other thing the baking soda does, it helps my septic system a lot, so I get a two fer/

I couldn't give you the reasons why baking soda makes for such a smooth enema; all I know is that it does. Mike 45 and I have similar tastes in that respect. I usually use 1 tbl. per qt. of J&J for the main cleanse. I always try for 2-3 qts and hold it for about 15 mins. Then 2-3 3qt. rinses with baking soda and I am good to go for the day; unless of course I intend to play a little, and then it's whatever I can find laying around. Best ride in town.

I had been doing plain water enemas for around 10 years, but took a break for quite a while. Before I could take 3+ quarts pretty easily and enjoyed the feeling of being really full, but when I decided to start again it was difficult to take a 1/2 quart enema before getting really crampy.

After reading this discussion a few days ago I tried an enema with 1 tablespoon of baking soda per quart of water and it all went right in!! I felt very little cramping, and was delighted with feeling that fullness again, although I was using only a 2 quart bag. When expelling, it felt extra slippery too, which was quite pleasant.

I plan on using baking soda every time I need a good clean out now.

Thanks for sharing everybody!

I prefer baking soda enemas over plain tap water ones. I will start out with a baking soda soapy enema, then finish off with a couple of baking soda rinses. The results are a very thorough, deep, and comfortable clean out, without cramping. The only down side to this, is that it seems to take longer to completely expel.

I have no idea why, but guess it must have something to do with the salt content. I can take a larger enema and hold it much longer if I had a tablespoon of baking soda to the plain warm water. I don't do this all the time, but with a lot of things, a change of pace is always good.

I also enjoy adding baking soda to my enemas. The baking soda causes the pH of the water to be similar to the pH of the bowel content. Thus the intestines don't push to empty. Thus less cramps and a longer time to fully evacuate. I usually use baking soda and salt. When doing a series of enema the salt is important so as to not mess up your electrolite balance.

Baking soda enemas have been the family favorite enema solution for generations.

My first baking soda enema came at the hands of of my bosses wife .

Back in the days when I had Migraine headaches , I was at their house doing some service work , when I told her I was going home after I completed the job because of my migraine. She asked what I did for them, I said aspirins and soapsuds enemas ! She said I have Migraines too , and I find Baking soda enemas to be better for headaches than soapsuds , would you like for me to give you one right now ?

She did , and that started my baking soda enema preference many years ago in the early 1970s . Quite thankfully those malady's dissipated when I was about 47 years old . That was the only one she ever gave me , I never thought to ask if I could return the favor .

Baking soda is my preferred enema when taking one for PMS. It is easy to take and to hold. The holding is the important part because it soothes from the inside. When I finally expel it, the cleaning out is still OK even if not as aggressive as using soap.

This type of enema i find to be very comforting. I take them quite often