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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Mar 24, 2026 • 8min
#106 Stealth pooping
You know the look: they get quiet, they disappear, maybe they hide behind the couch. And by the time you realize what's happening… it's too late. If you've got a stealth pooper on your hands, this episode is for you. I'm sharing 4 simple ways to handle the hiding, the sneaking, and the "don't look at me while I poop" phase — without turning it into a battle. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/106 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
Mar 17, 2026 • 33min
#105 Worldwide EC Survey Results
Okay this one is SO interesting. What's actually happening in real EC homes around the world? Nuria surveyed over 1,000 elimination communication families and the results might surprise you. When do most babies start? When are they out of diapers? What do families struggle with most? In this episode, we dig into the real data on exactly what families are actually experiencing. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/105 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
Mar 10, 2026 • 7min
#104 EC and...toothbrushing?
Why do we treat potty learning like a huge event, but toothbrushing like no big deal? We don't bribe for brushing, we don't panic over missed spots. We just… keep doing it. In this episode I'm sharing why EC (and potty training) works better when we treat it like a normal daily habit — not a high-stakes milestone. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/104 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
Mar 10, 2026 • 15min
#103 EC at the beach
Thinking about heading to the beach with your baby but wondering how on earth EC is supposed to work in the sand? Sun, snacks, naps, salty air… and potty cues? If you've ever thought, "Should I just throw on a diaper and forget it?" — this one's for you. In this episode I'm sharing how to stay diaper-free at the beach how to handle pees and poops without stress and what to bring so you're not scrambling mid-splash. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/103 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
Feb 25, 2026 • 17min
#102 When the first time is not the charm
So you finally held your baby over the toilet 🚽You waited…And nothing happened!! Oof. Been there. That first "miss" can feel awkward, discouraging, or like, welp… guess this isn't for us.. But here's the thing…It's actually super common! In this episode + post, I'm talking about what it really means when baby doesn't go the first time, why that moment still matters, and how to keep going without pressure (for you or baby) Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/102 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
Feb 17, 2026 • 8min
#101 Me + EC: A love story
"I'll never forget the day I found EC. But even more special was the day it found me." I want to share with you a beautiful piece written by one of our Certified Coaches. It is a story about the ups and downs of her journey with EC across multiple kids. And I hope it helps some of you out there who might be struggling or doubting today. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/101 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
Feb 10, 2026 • 20min
#100 5 babies, all ECd from birth
Throwback time!! This is an episode I recorded back when I only had 5 of my 6 kiddos, not knowing God had planned for Marilyn to join us! You'll hear me yapping about my EC experience, 10 years at that point, pottying from the day my babies were born. Enjoy the journey back in time and know that one day you'll be telling your own pottying success stories too! Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/100 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
Feb 3, 2026 • 9min
#99 EC + Pregnancy
So you're expecting a baby soon. You've read all the books, watched all the YouTube videos, maybe even bought all the undies and potty gear. But then that bundle of joy arrives and you realize– there's no way EC can be as effortless as you had imagined. Because you also have an older child to tend to. Because you have more tasks to remember now. Just because life. In this week's episode, we're featuring a realistic and relatable story about all this from one of our Go Diaper Free Coaches. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/99 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 27, 2026 • 11min
#98 Observation + Intuition = Success
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. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/98 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 20, 2026 • 22min
#97 ECing boys
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. Get full show notes and add your comments or questions here: https://godiaperfree.com/97 Get my free easy start guide for EC at https://godiaperfree.com/start Start EC with your baby today with Andrea's popular book, Go Diaper Free: https://godiaperfree.com/thebook
