The Go Diaper Free Podcast
Andrea Olson
Andrea Olson of Go Diaper Free explains elimination communication - the concept of pottying your baby, as early as birth - which is what people have done for all of human history and in today's world where there are no diapers. She makes it easy to integrate EC into your modern lifestyle as a new parent, demystifies how to know your baby needs to go, how to take them to the toilet instead of primarily relying on the diaper, and makes EC approachable, accessible, and fun, for all parents...whether part-time, with or without diapers, and in any region of the world. Contrary to popular marketing messages, diapers are tools, not toilets, and babies are ALL born "ready" to use the toilet. Learn how to connect with your baby on this very natural level with Andrea's expert guidance, and experience the freedom of a life without dependence upon diapers, a life without traumatic toilet training, a life where your baby gets a head start on developing motor skills, communication, and learning by prioritizing this age-appropriate skill (0-18 months). EC honors your baby's dignity and makes parenting THAT much easier! Stop changing blowouts...and learn how to listen to your baby's requests for good hygiene. Learn more at godiaperfree.com. (PS - Andrea also occasionally covers potty training, for those of you who find us after 18 months.)
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May 2, 2023 • 24min
#234 Surviving Potty Meltdowns
Everything seems to be going just fine with EC (or potty training), when suddenly your LO has a total nuclear meltdown about using the potty. What gives? Join us for today's episode where we talk all about what can cause potty meltdowns, what you might be able to do to try to avoid them, and how to survive them. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/234 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
Apr 25, 2023 • 26min
#233 How to Start Elimination Communication: A Beginner's Guide to EC Gear and Techniques
Starting Elimination Communication but not sure exactly *how* to start? This week's episode of the Go Diaper Free podcast is here to help! Whether you're a first-timer or an experienced parent, our beginner's guide will take you through all the gear and techniques you need to get started on this natural approach to infant hygiene. Tune in now and start your journey towards a diaper-free lifestyle today! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/233 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
Apr 18, 2023 • 24min
#232 Elimination Communication for Beginners: A Simple Guide to Infant Hygiene
Elimination Communication for Beginners: A Simple Guide to Infant Hygiene. You'll learn how to make this simple practice a part of your daily routine with your little one. It's not rocket science, and anyone can do it! Join us for this informative episode of the Go Diaper Free podcast. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/232 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
Apr 4, 2023 • 7min
#231 What to do when baby spits up while pottying
When you're pottying your baby, you don't usually expect anything to come out the other end! But spit-up can happen any time, including during potty time. In today's episode, I share some tips for handling (and hopefully preventing) spit-up during EC. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/231 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
Mar 28, 2023 • 16min
#230 My baby resists the potty and pees on the floor right after. What do I do?
What do you do if your infant does not want to use the potty at all… and then pees on the floor minutes later? Why might this happen, and how can you get (back) on track? Today's episode covers it all, plus some helpful tips to avoid resistance at different stages. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/230 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
Mar 21, 2023 • 19min
#229 Shifting from EC to Potty Training: What's the difference?
You've heard there's a difference between EC and potty training, but what is it, and why? Is there a point when it's better to shift gears? In today's episode, I break down when it's appropriate to use EC vs potty training, and how you can transition from one to the other. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/229 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
Mar 14, 2023 • 21min
#228 Can EC Prevent Colic?
Did you know your newborn might cry because they have a natural instinct to stay dry? Could there be a connection to excessive crying bouts (like "colic")? Find out in today's episode as I take you through some possible explanations for your baby's unexplained fussiness. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/228 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
Mar 7, 2023 • 12min
#227 More About Poop: Blowouts
Blowouts are just part of life with a baby… or are they?? What if you could get through the baby years, all the way to potty independence, without ever encountering this explosive event? In today's episode, I explain how that's totally possible, even with part-time EC! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/227 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
Feb 28, 2023 • 9min
#226 What is a "Potty Pause?"
You've heard murmurs about the dreaded EC "potty pause" but what on earth is it, and why does it happen? Today I share some valuable insights from a long-time EC mentor that will help you to understand the "potty pause" on a deeper level, and maybe even view it in a positive light! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/226 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
Feb 21, 2023 • 10min
#225 Building Sound Association
Have you ever seen (or heard) parents making sounds during EC that cue their baby to go potty? Ever wondered how in the world they do that??? It's called sound association, and I talk all about how to accomplish it in today's episode. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/225 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
