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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Jul 16, 2024 • 9min
#19 Shopping with a diaper-free baby
Can you even run errands and do your thing– WHILE your baby is diaper-free?? Doing EC while shopping does NOT have to be stressful or terrifying. In fact, just as with travel + EC, shopping diaper-free can often go much more smoothly than reducing your diaper dependency at home! I'll tell you all about how to keep up EC and still run your errands– you DON'T have to be stuck inside! Let's start shopping diaper-free! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/19 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
Jul 9, 2024 • 15min
#18 Travel without losing your EC progress
Planning a trip this summer? Does the idea of pottying in a train or a plane freak you out? What about pottying on a road trip or a nature hike? In this week's episode, I'll tell you about ALL the different forms EC can take while you're away from home. Don't let pottying stop you from going on adventures with your LO! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/18 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
Jul 2, 2024 • 12min
#17 How to take your baby to the potty
So you got the "4 Roads to Potty Time" down pat. You know WHEN your baby needs to go. But what do you actually do NEXT to catch that pee or poo?? In this week's episode, I go over exactly what "pottying a baby" can look like, whether you have a newborn, a mobile baby, or a toddler! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/17 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
Jun 25, 2024 • 25min
#16 My birth story: An almost unassisted birth
Unassisted birth. Freebirth. Self-directed birth. What is an undisturbed birth REALLY like? Maybe you're deciding if (or you already decided!) you want your own unassisted birth. Maybe you just want to deepen your understanding of natural birth in general. Maybe you're just curious to hear my story. Whatever your journey, tune in for a play-by-play of my (almost) unassisted birth. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/16 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
Jun 18, 2024 • 19min
#15 Preparing for EC with a newborn baby
Are you expecting a little one soon? Wondering how to prepare for your newborn's arrival with Elimination Communication in mind? We've got you covered! This week's episode is jam-packed with essential tips and must-haves for starting EC from day one. You don't need to wing it! I'll tell you about everything you need to make your journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/15 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
Jun 11, 2024 • 9min
#14 Parent's Intuition: Part 4 of when does my baby need to pee
Have you ever had a hunch about something that turned out to be spot on? When it comes to taking baby to the potty, sometimes you just KNOW. This week's episode is about intuition – the last (but not least!) of the 4 "Roads to Potty Time". Tune in to hear about getting in touch with one of our most basic instincts, and some tips on what to do even if you feel like you have no potty intuition at all! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/14 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
Jun 4, 2024 • 8min
#13 The 5 Biggest Potty Training Mistakes
Did you know Elimination Communication has an expiration date? If your kiddo is 18m+ and you're still doing EC, you HAVE to listen to this episode! It's time to switch gears to potty training. There are 5 big potty training mistakes parents I surveyed stated they could have done differently. Tune in to today's episode to learn how to correct them, or avoid them altogether! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/13 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
May 29, 2024 • 12min
#12 Transition Times: Part 3 of when does my baby need to pee
Most babies hold their pee in various situations, so pottying them before or after these events is usually successful. These are typical times that most babies usually need to pee. We call this generic (or common) timing, and it's one of the 4 "Roads to Potty Time" that help you determine when your baby needs to pee. This week's episode will cover how to use generic timing to balance your own busy life. Don't miss it! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/12 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
May 21, 2024 • 19min
#11 My elimination communication story (with baby #1)
Sometimes we just need to share our stories! Today I share my entire EC journey with my first son, Kaiva, from beginning to end. I hope that my journey ECing Kaiva informs your EC practice or helps you in some way. Tune in to this week's episode to hear our story, and let me know what you take away from it. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/11 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
May 14, 2024 • 13min
#10 Natural Timing: Part 2 of when does my baby need to pee
When does your baby need to pee? There are four ways to find out. Today's episode covers #2: your baby's natural timing. If you can get acquainted with your baby's natural timing, EC will be that much simpler for you! Tune in to learn how to recognize your baby's inherent pottying rhythm. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/10 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
