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So, what's Elimination Communication?

I just learned you can potty a newborn and I'm blown away …

Elimination Communication is a new name for an old fashioned method to assist a baby to potty. In some countries, it was called 'holding a baby out'. The term 'elimination communication' was penned by Ingrid Bauer in her book Diaper Free! The Gentle Wisdom of Natural Infant Hygiene (2001). When born, a baby will not want to instinctually soil themself and if given the chance (held out) they can eliminate into a potty/container. Caregivers can offer the toilet opportunity to their baby based on natural elimination 'timing', and watch for their baby to signal the need to eliminate. A caregiver will also communicate with the baby using cues (verbal or sounds).

See EC in action

Watch a quick introduction to elimination communication with your baby.

Start elimination communication with the ECB book

Start elimination communication

This book will help you get started easily at any age-stage up to 18 months

Our book 'Elimination Communication Babies' is a step-by-step book from birth to toilet independence. It is a quick and easy read that outlines the ages and three stages of potty learning taking a child up to toilet independence. If you are expecting or your baby is 0-18 months and you want to help your baby become toilet independent sooner, we have created this book for you!

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Four stages from pregnancy to young toddler

Four practical stages — whether you are expecting or already parenting a young toddler.

  1. Pregnant

    By the time baby arrives, healthy and ready for the world you'll know exactly how to start elimination communication with your newborn.

  2. Newborn

    Toileting will come naturally at this age – this is an optimal time to start. Diaper rash is common at this stage but easily avoided with EC.

  3. Starting Solids

    Baby is now learning to sit and the change in their diet is also noticed in their bowel movements. This is also an ideal time to start as most poop can be caught in a potty!

  4. Young Toddler

    It's never too late to start and with consistency and practice your young toddler can still be out of diapers soon.