The Go Diaper Free Podcast

It may be summer here in our part of the world, but I know many folks in our EC community hail from regions that are in winter right now. And no matter where in the world you are, it's never too early to get yourself ready to stay consistent in your EC all year round! Listen to this week's episode if you want to know all about cold weather pottying!  Get full show notes and add your comments or qu...

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 sho...

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://godiape...

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 guid...

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...

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 an...

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 al...

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 an...

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...

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...

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 st...

Infant Pottying can be rare in most Western countries. People have strong reactions to what seems odd to them: A baby without diapers? Pottying at that age? Asking to go to the bathroom...at birth? Mostly, these reactions stem from common myths and misperceptions. Tune in this week to hear me clear up 5 of these myths and set the EC record straight.    Get full show notes and add your comments or...

EC is great… if you know what to look for and if you've got some information on-hand about the different ways to know your baby has to potty. I'm going to teach you 4 ways to know when your baby needs to pee: The 4 Roads to Potty Time! Today's episode is part 1 of 4: Baby Signals. Tune in to learn the most common EC signals with real-life examples. Get full show notes and add your comments or ques...

What is a miss? What is a pottytunity? What exactly is a peenie-weenie?? This week's episode covers the vocabulary that most people use when talking about doing elimination communication with their babies. This one is sure to entertain!   Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/07 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godiaperfree.com/start Start...

Now that you've got a better idea of what elimination communication IS, let's get into the nuts and bolts! In today's episode I'll help you orient yourself towards the big picture of what EC is, including the 4 events that lead to potty time, alternatives to diapering and doing diaper-free time, types of EC and what to expect, and what sort of support is helpful when doing EC.   Get full show note...

So many folks put off trying or starting EC because they believe you have to be with your child 24/7 and that you have to do EC 100% full time or not at all. This simply isn't true! In today's episode we're going to explore part-time EC, what it can look like, and how some folks choose to do it. If you work outside of your home or you just want to do EC with more balance (ie: not all the freaking...

What's the most important thing all parents need to know about elimination communication? What about the primary cause of potty pauses? Or the biggest mistake folks make with EC? In today's episode, I'm sharing 9 things to avoid with EC and how, plus what to do if you've already tripped on one (or more) of these common stumbling blocks. Don't miss it!   Get full show notes and add your comments or...

When can you begin EC? What's the optimal starting age? In today's episode, I share an overview of how starting at certain ages can have positives and negatives, and help you get a grip on what to do if you're past the whole window altogether… A hint: EC starts earlier than you'd guess!   Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/03 Get my free easy star...

Have you tried explaining elimination communication to someone and gotten stuck? It can be tricky to describe in a short, concise way, especially when we're talking to people who are used to popular Westernized diapering! In this week's episode, I've included a fun radio interview to give you a clear understanding of what EC is, in a tiny amount of time. I also explain 10 things that EC is NOT. Tu...

Ever wonder why EC is so popular? What are the benefits of doing EC with our babies? And what pushes parents over the edge of doubt into a world of possibility...a world where babies don't have to depend 100% on diapers? Tune in to learn the top 18 reasons why other parents are going diaper-free...and loving it.   Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.co...

Surprise! We are re-launching the podcast! With over a decade of guidance, questions from the community, troubleshooting tips, encouragement, and more, we're refreshing the original episodes and bringing them back all shiny and new. Whether you're wrapping up your last kiddo or just hearing about elimination communication for the first time, there's something for everyone. Tune in to hear what you...

Are you feeling a little confused about how to hold that squishy new baby over a potty? This week's episode is for you! We're sharing 16 different hold variations and what scenarios they're best for, so you can potty your baby anytime, anywhere. Check it out!   Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/267 Get my free easy start guide for EC https://godi...

Elimination Communication sounds great and everything – hold your baby over a potty or the sink when you know they need to pee. Ummmm okay, how am I supposed to know when a baby needs to pee? Actually, there are 4 different ways to help you figure it out. Tune in to today's episode to hear all about them!   Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/266 G...

Did you know that when disposable diapers were first invented, they were wildly unpopular? But after some genius marketing (and a lucrative partnership with a famous pediatrician), they are now the "standard" in most industrialized societies. So what did parent's do before diapers became the cultural norm? Find out in today's episode!    Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here:...

So you want to try elimination communication, but you're worried about new parent overwhelm and it being "just one more thing." Or maybe you're already there, but you just can't shake that gnawing feeling that EC might be right for you. Tune into this week's episode and hear how the magic of part-time EC could be just the thing for you. Plus super-easy tips to get you started!   Get full show note...