The Go Diaper Free Podcast

When people start EC the hardest thing to explain is "potty intuition". Because what do you mean you just sense that baby needs to pee?? That's why I always teach intuition WITH observation. It's much easier to just note down your baby's signals, or the last time they peed.

This week's episode is a guest post from one of our coaches, sharing about the ways that intuition and observation work together to make the ultimate EC combo.

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This episode is all about how to EC boys. What is different, what is the same, and what tips I have having ECd 3 boys and 2 girls, myself, from birth. Hopefully I can share some perspective and make things a little easier for all.

In today's show I'm also going to share some super-thoughtful tips from readers and followers in our Go Diaper Free community who have boys.

We'll discuss differences in outcomes, toilet seat logistics, body mechanics, and a few tips and tricks to make ECing boys that much easier.

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When starting elimination communication with your baby, you probably have a bazillion questions, like:

How often will my baby need to pee? When can I expect my baby to be potty independent? I've heard about potty pauses - when can I expect my baby to resist the potty? And that last question, my friends, is what we're going to address today. Listen to this week's episode to hear some REAL numbers I gathered from EC parents in our community.

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Y'all, this week's episode is gonna be a throwback one because with the new year starting I'm seriously reminiscing 🥲 If you've been around for a while you'll know my little Twyla bean was one of our earliest models for my Tiny Undies. She's 7 now! I wanted to share this step-by-step walkthrough of how we ditched diapers with her as soon as she began walking at 12 months.

Come follow along if you're in need of some inspo!

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I love changing wet bedsheets in the middle of the night – said no mom ever. In my potty training method, I advise parents to work on daytime dryness before worrying about sleep time.

Is it ever a good idea to wake a sleeping toddler? Well…Sorta. They won't be fully awake, that's why we call it a Dream Pee. \If you want to learn about this trick that can actually help reduce the amount of wet sheets and keep your toddler dry all night, listen to this episode!

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If you thought potty training a toddler was hard, what about training a whole class?? A few years ago I received an email from one of my Certified Coaches, Elizabeth, who was teaching toddlers in a Montessori classroom.

You'd think that potty training would be absolute chaos when mixed with the wild swings of toddler emotions and behavior….But actually at 12-18 months, getting the potty skills down reduced tantrums and helped them to focus on learning other skills.

Listen to this week's episode to hear about why this is a perfect age to potty train and how it helps normalize other dreaded toddler tantrums.

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Today we're going to talk about the lessons I've learned from one of my favorite books, Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne, and how his advice can create a slower, more meaningful foundation to your elimination communication practice with that sweet lil baby.

When I had my first child, Kim's book had just been published. I ate it right up! The book shared all the things I needed to hear at that time to create the family rhythms, calm space, and focused connection that I knew in my heart I wanted, but didn't quite know how to build. It also helped me keep the brand new, newly released iPhone out of my hands and my focus on my newborn baby. It helped me push back against the "toy creep" that has threatened our family for almost 10 years. Man, I owe Kim a giant thank you for writing this book.

And I was thinking about it the other day, how this book informed my journey as a new mama, and wanted to share those secrets with you today...especially how they relate to infant pottying.

The subtitle of this book is "using the extraordinary power of less to raise calmer, happier, and more secure kids." If that's what you want, let's dive in!

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Are you pregnant with multiples, just looking at the cost of diapers and wondering how the heck you'll afford them? Or maybe you're in the thick of potty training just one toddler (no easy feat either!) and you want some inspiration from a mom who has been there before…

I've invited a real mom from my Go Diaper Free community who had triplets and encountered my potty training book just in time! Her story is proof that you don't need to use bribes or rewards to potty train your kiddos while giving them dignity and confidence.

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This is the third part of my series sharing stories of different cultures around the world pottying their babies. Like I always say, it seems radical and unusual in our modern, Western context but in MOST of the world it's just how things are done! Join me for an eye opening journey into different ways infant pottying is practiced, and maybe get some inspo for your own EC rhythm.

Psst. If you're on the fence about EC, hearing stories of how this is a child-rearing method rooted in thousands of years of humanity may just convince you!

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This one is for those of you with babies/toddlers already eating solids. With solid foods comes, well, solid poops. Sometimes too solid. If you've noticed your LO hasn't pooped in a while or is really struggling with poops, there are a couple of reasons they might be constipated.

Constipation can also cause other problems… Maybe they are refusing or avoiding the potty entirely. Maybe they're particularly irritable or clingy because of discomfort. Today we take a look at possible causes, as well as some things you can try to help ease that constipation!

Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/89

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