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How do I start EC or toilet learning with a young toddler (12-18 months old)?

By Andrea Olson | September 1, 2026 |

You will hear: Why you are NOT too late to start EC at 12-18 months How to do observation time with a busy, mobile toddler What EC looks like when…

Diaper-free time

By Andrea Olson | August 25, 2026 |

This post was originally posted on August 12, 2015, and has been fully updated on January 19, 2021 to include an audio (Podcast) version, a video (YouTube) version, and to…

How do I balance bare-bum time and diaper-free time

By Andrea Olson | August 11, 2026 |

You will hear: Why bare-bum time and diaper-free time each serve a different purpose When to switch from observation to using backups My simple approach for balancing learning with real…

Mess-free potty learning from birth, Using part-time EC

By Louisa Rickman | August 4, 2026 |

You will hear: The basics of Elimination Communication and how to get started from birth Why introducing the potty early can make the toddler potty training transition much smoother Why…

How do I move from part-time ECing to more full-time ECing?

By Andrea Olson | July 28, 2026 |

You will hear: What “full-time EC” actually means (and what it doesn’t) How to know if you’re ready to move beyond part-time EC Simple ways to build on the success…

Praise.

By Andrea Olson | July 7, 2026 |

You will hear: Why I stopped praising my babies during EC and potty learning How rewards and praise can affect potty independence My favorite ways to respond after catches, misses,…

Clean-up

By Andrea Olson | June 30, 2026 |

You will hear: My favorite tricks for preventing big messes before they happen Simple clean-up solutions for floors, carpets, and everyday EC accidents How to make observation time less messy…

How to Transform Your Onesies Into Tiny T-Shirts (guest post)

By Natalie Robbins | June 23, 2026 |

You will hear: Why onesies can become frustrating once you start EC or potty learning How easier potty access can make your day-to-day EC practice smoother A practical clothing hack…

Starting EC and observing a naked baby if really busy or traveling

By Andrea Olson | June 16, 2026 |

You will hear: Why being “too busy” is one of the biggest myths keeping parents from starting EC How to do observation time without spending your entire day watching a…

4 Reasons EC Works (guest post)

By Ariane Blais-Lacombe | June 9, 2026 |

You will hear: Why potty readiness is a myth How babies communicate their potty needs long before they can talk Why EC can strengthen trust, connection, and communication between parent…

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