EC Resources
Elimination Communication is a practice of taking your baby to an appropriate potty place when s/he needs to go, rather than depending entirely on diapers. In many parts of the world, where washing machines and disposable diapers are not accessible, EC is simply normal behavior and has no special name. Many western parents practice EC as part of their overall natural parenting to build a closer relationship with their baby, to improve their baby's health and hygiene, and to conserve natural resources out of environmental concerns.
Read more about using cloth diapers or training pants as backup.
I'm currently working on revising this entire section, so I apologize for the little disorganization in the meanwhile!
Read more about using cloth diapers or training pants as backup.
I'm currently working on revising this entire section, so I apologize for the little disorganization in the meanwhile!
Online information on Elimination Communication:
Tribal Baby information about Elimination Communication and other natural parenting practices, such as hypnobirthing, babywearing, co-sleeping, and baby-led solids, plus the best sleeping advice ever.
Journeymama.net "resources for reproductive health and parenting" including a section on Elimination Communication.
Natural Birth and Baby Care.com covers natural parenting topics including pregnancy, birth, homebirth, and EC with a detailed list of pottying positions.
Online Support Communities for EC'ing families
Blogs by EC'ing families
EC Wear's recommended reading list at Powell's Books
Other Products of Interest
- Nova Naturals sells an adorable little chamber pot, a great alternative for those looking for a non-plastic potty.
- Mumsie Babies Work-at-Home-Mom made pouch style baby carriers that even allow kangaroo back carries.
- WAHM Products Directory
An online directory of Work at Home Mom products.
- BEDazzled Bed Mats
Australian made waterproof bed mats, play mats, and other products for waterproofing your home, rather than your baby.
In the New York City area? See our new New York City resources guide.
For wonderful natural toys for playing on the potty-or anytime- check out our favorite online toy stores.
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