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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Jan 21, 2025 • 14min
#45 Starting solids
How does starting solids affect EC? As you may have guessed, changing what goes in also changes what comes out. Maybe you already started, or maybe you know it's coming up soon for your LO. This week's episode will go over everything you can expect, including the important question of how poop cleanups change. (Plus, the blog post has some reference pictures from when I started solids with one of my daughters) Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/45 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
Jan 14, 2025 • 10min
#44 How do you potty train a baby?
Is the concept of potty training a baby super mind-boggling and hard to understand? Or is it something even a 3rd grader can grasp? In this week's episode I put that to the test when I break down everything I've learned about Elimination Communication …into a little talk that I did for my son's third grade class. This might just answer some of the questions you still have. Or maybe it can be a tool to help you explain it to your own family and friends! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/44 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
Jan 7, 2025 • 12min
#43 Why newborns cry while peeing
You're holding your newborn over the potty…and they start crying every time! Are you doing it wrong? Is EC not gonna work for you after all? Don't worry! It's actually so common in the newborn days. After 6 kids I've been there too, and I'll talk you through it in this week's episode! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/43 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
Dec 31, 2024 • 16min
#42 Why babies resist the potty
One of the most frustrating and discouraging things when doing EC is when baby just refuses the potty entirely. If you're wondering, "Am I doing something wrong?" "How long will this last?" "Is this bad for my baby?" I'll answer all those questions and more in this episode. Tune in to hear about all my best tips to help your baby through a potty pause. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/42 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
Dec 24, 2024 • 6min
#41 When to move from diapers to undies
One of the biggest reasons people choose EC is to save money (and the environment!) by using fewer diapers. I get sooo many questions about exactly HOW to go about it. In this episode I'll go over everything you need to know, including signs to look for, developmental milestones, and all the backup options available once you ditch diapers. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/41 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
Dec 17, 2024 • 10min
#40 Transitioning to the big toilet
They grow up so fast! Is it time to make the move from in-arms or mini potty to the big toilet? It can feel a little intimidating at first, but don't worry, I'm going to talk you through it. Maybe your child is letting you know it's time, or you are just ready for a change.Either way! Today we'll talk about what to do when transitioning to the big potty is your goal. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/40 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
Dec 10, 2024 • 12min
#39: Moving from in-arms to a potty
If you started EC when your baby was teeny tiny, maybe you're starting to notice it's getting harder to hold them over the top hat potty or sink. Sore wrists and forearms– I've been there! Maybe your baby is just growing so much every day (too soon!). Maybe they're even starting to sit up and don't want to be held over a container. Are they ready to transition to a mini potty? Listen to this week's episode to find out how and when to make the transition. I also give some other options if they're not quite ready but you can't hold them at this stage. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/39 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
Dec 3, 2024 • 10min
#38 Sound association
You may have heard the term sound association tossed around the EC community. Now, how do you actually do it? What sounds should you make? How does it help baby go potty?I'll tell you all about it in this week's episode, along with how/when to incorporate sign language or spoken cues. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/38 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
Nov 26, 2024 • 13min
#37 The poop enigma
OK so EC has been going well, your baby is a toddler now, and…suddenly she starts pooping her pants when she never did before?? In this episode let's talk about some things that can cause a seemingly random potty regression. Maybe it's the change in routine. Maybe it's the vibes. I'll also give you the best way to get out of this kind of potty pause! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/37 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
Nov 19, 2024 • 19min
#36 A camel
Camels famously(?) store all their water in their bodies and…don't go pee a lot. Is your baby super good at holding in their pee? Does your baby have a hard time relaxing over the potty to actually go? If you're struggling to make the pottytunities work, especially when baby becomes more mobile, this episode is for you. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/36 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
