# Son's Bathroom Hobby

> Mother worries about son's secret bathroom habits.
- Title: Son's Bathroom Hobby · Slate Magazine | Shortify
- Summary: Mother worries about son's secret bathroom habits. Mother discovers son uses expensive lotions for masturbation and seeks advice on handling the situation.
- Keywords: bathroom, lotions, masturbation, parenting, son, mother, a.j., Slate Magazine
- Source: Slate Magazine — https://slate.com/advice/2026/11/parenting-advice-teen-son-bathroom-hobby.html?via=rss
- Author: A.J. Daulerio
- Published: 2026-11-12T18:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: bathroom, lotions, masturbation, parenting, son, mother, a.j.
## Mother's concern
Mother worries son spends too much time in bathroom using expensive lotions.
## Son's behavior
Son denies using lotions, stays in bathroom all day without showering or toilet use.
## Expert advice
A.J. recommends buying cheap lotion, old towels, and allowing privacy for masturbation.
## Lotion recommendations
A.J. lists three lotions: Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion, Cetaphil, and Dr. Tuggs Gentleman’s Lotion.
## Next steps
Mother should leave bathroom door closed and take walk or garden if son is in bathroom.
## Key takeaway

Mother discovers son uses expensive lotions for masturbation and seeks advice on handling the situation.