The Go Diaper Free Podcast

Years later it still hurts a little to share. I’ve shared my EC journey with sooo many parents and helped tens of thousands of families be free from diaper reliance. And yet, my own best friend still decided it was not for her. Let’s talk about some reasons why people refuse the offer to try EC, and how we can support the different kinds of moms around us.  Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/62 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook 

Have you ever had this happen to you? You offer your baby a pottytunity, your baby doesn't go…then baby pees five minutes later in the diaper or on the floor. Probably most of you are nodding your heads, because this is actually really common. Today we're going to talk about a few of the reasons this might happen, and what you can do about it.  Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/61 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook 

Does your baby fuss every time you put him down to sit on the potty? Does she stand up right after she’s seated and either crawl or walk away, before doing her business? Will your baby ONLY pee or poop standing up lately? Argh! It’s frustrating, I know! Don't you go worrying, now. Don’t quit elimination communication just yet. This is actually VERY common, and in today's episode I’ll break it down for ya.  Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/60 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook   

So you’ve been doing EC, but your kiddo is not a little baby anymore. Feeling ready to transition from mostly parent-led pottying to truly child-led pottying? Today’s episode is all about passing the baton, and the art of gradually handing over the potty keys to your baby. Don’t worry, you won’t screw it up! I’ll tell you all about how to support your child’s potty independence during a time when it is developmentally spot-on. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/59 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook

Your baby is now walking, maybe “talking”, busy learning and developing. For some of you, daycare or preschool has entered the picture. Obviously, during this time of rapid change, your EC routine is also going to change. But how? Follow along as I walk you through a day of EC with a young toddler, and what it looks like in our home. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/56 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook   

Is your baby starting to pull up, rock on all fours, or show other signs that full-on mobility is just around the corner? Are you wondering how EC might change once your baby is mobile? What does a full day (that includes pottying) with your baby look like now? In some ways EC becomes easier, and in others there are new challenges to tackle. Today I’m going to give you another little peek into my home, and how we did EC all day long when my daughter was starting to crawl. Stay tuned for next week when I talk about EC with toddlers!  Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/55 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook   

Maybe you are pregnant and are considering EC, but just can't picture what your routine might look like. Not to worry! I've practiced EC with six babies from birth, and I am going to let you know what to expect. Plus, stay tuned for the next two episodes where I cover the mobile baby and young toddler stages!  Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/54 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook   

OK So we’re ditching diapers. Now what? When can you start putting a baby in undies or trainers? What is a backup and why do we need it for potty learning success? I answer all of these questions and more in today’s episode, giving you the ultimate lowdown on everything you’re gonna need on your EC journey.  Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/53 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook   

New parents often find themselves puzzled by their baby's needs. This discussion breaks down a structured baby care routine, helping caregivers identify and respond to infant cues. Topics include feeding, diapering, and the importance of holding your baby. The conversation also delves into the role of elimination communication (EC) in early baby care, making the transition smoother for both parent and child.

Congratulations! Your baby is here! …Now what? Today we're going to talk about how to PLAY with your baby. Other than nursing, pottying, and napping what exactly are you supposed to do with your sweet little bundle all day? If you are having these thoughts, or even feeling guilty for feeling a bit bored, you aren't alone! Today we're going to talk about ways to interact with your baby while staying sane, and also how to build EC into your life. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/51 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with my popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook