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Elimination Communication Misses

Misses are data, not disobedience.

Elimination communication misses happen when timing is off or signals are late. Clean up, note the pattern, and try an earlier offer next time — without shame. Backup nappies exist for this exact reason.
Squish and Poonami still visit. Laugh, laundry, carry on. Progress over perfection is core ECB voice.
Clusters of misses often mean a growth leap or schedule change. Reduce offers briefly, then return to easy windows.
Log only if it helps — over-tracking can raise pressure.
Keep practising with how to start elimination communication. More troubleshooting: problem solving.