Potty Trained From Birth: Elimination Communication with Andrea Olsen from Go Diaper Free

<p><strong>Could elimination communication help your baby ditch diapers earlier, strengthen your bond, and make potty learning easier? </strong></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of <em>Transforming the Toddler Years</em>, I welcome Andrea Olson, elimination communication expert and founder of Go Diaper Free, to explain <strong>the difference between elimination communication (EC) and traditional potty training. </strong>Discover <strong>how to recognize your baby’s potty cues, practice part-time elimination communication from birth, and support your child’s natural development without adding unnecessary stress to your parenting routine</strong>. </p><p><br></p><p>Andrea shares <strong>practical advice for navigating daycare potty training, overcoming challenges with older toddlers, understanding the benefits of proper squatting positions, and handling bathroom needs while traveling</strong>. Whether you’re a new parent exploring early potty learning or navigating toddler toilet training, <strong>this conversation offers actionable tips for building confidence, fostering connection, and making the diaper-free journey work for your family.</strong>Andrea Olson is the author of Go Diaper Free <a href="https://godiaperfree.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">(https://godiaperfree.com) </a>and The Tiny Potty Training Book, and the world&#39;s leading educator on elimination communication — the gentle practice of tuning into your baby&#39;s natural cues to use the potty from birth. Andrea&#39;s approach to EC is practical, low-pressure, and designed to work for real parents in real life — whether you&#39;re all in or just dipping a toe in the potty waters.</p><p><strong>Interested in a Toddler Tribe Community full of resources and connection? </strong></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/caratalkstoddler/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">⁠⁠<strong>DM</strong></a>⁠<strong> </strong>⁠<strong>me &quot;</strong><em><strong>Community</strong></em><strong>&quot; on </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/caratalkstoddler/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">⁠⁠<strong>Instagram</strong>⁠<strong> </strong>⁠</a><strong>so we can connect! </strong></p><p><br></p><p>October 15, 2026</p><p>Episode 354</p><p>Potty Trained From Birth: Elimination Communication with Andrea Olsen from Go Diaper Free</p><p><br></p><p>About Your Host:</p><p><strong>Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed.</strong> is a mom or three, early childhood author, parent educator,