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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Mar 18, 2020 • 11min
#83.5b Reusable baby wipes + baby wipe alternatives
We have another bonus episode right now where we'll discuss disposable baby wipe alternatives and offer some reusable wipes options - which can be applied to the current coronavirus self-isolation situation OR any time in the future when wipes might be sparse...OR if you are ready to stop using and throwing away so much baby-related trash! Right now, families are discovering shortages of disposable baby care items like baby wipes, which can feel scary if that is the product that your family is most accustomed to using. We can help with some strategies, using household items you may already have (or even none at all… read on!). Here are some disposable baby wipe alternatives. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/83.5b Start EC with your baby today with Andrea's popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook
Mar 18, 2020 • 17min
#83.5a 10 Golden Rules for Observation Time
Today we have a bonus episode by one of our Certified Coaches, Ariane Blais-Lacombe, for those of you self-isolating due to coronavirus (or for ANYONE who wants to get better at EC) who now have some spare time (30-60 minutes) on their hands. Naked observation time is crucial to beginning your EC journey. Letting your baby be naked and watching him without pottying him yet will provide you tons of useful information to know your baby better and potty him or her more accurately. I'll share Ariane's 10 Golden Rules for Observation Time, learning when to potty baby, and how to read your baby with the information learned during observation time. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/83.5a Start EC with your baby today with Andrea's popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook
Dec 24, 2019 • 10min
BONUS: Should you potty train at Christmas?
With most people having at least some time off work, Christmas (or Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah, or simply "the holiday break") may seem like the perfect time to get on with potty training, but here are 5 things to consider before making your decision. Read the full written version and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/holidaybonus Start EC with your baby today with Andrea's free Easy Start Guide: https://godiaperfree.com/start
Sep 3, 2019 • 21min
#58: A peek into my work/baby/EC balance
A lot goes into operating my various EC and mama-centric businesses. I'll share how I balance it all while raising five kids under the age of eight. And how do I keep everyone (hubs included) from becoming addicted to convenient diapers? Here are some tricks that I've learned along the way! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/58 Start EC with your baby today with Andrea's popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook
Aug 27, 2019 • 19min
#57: Behind the scenes at Go Diaper Free
I've had a lot of people ask me questions such as "Andrea, how are you able to reach so many EC parents?" "how do you run your business without being a crappy mom?" and "what magic goes on behind that curtain?" Today I want to tell you all about it and also extend a special invitation. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/57 Start EC with your baby today with Andrea's popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook
