#108 EC from scratch
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In this episode of The Go Diaper Free Podcast, guest Natalie Robbins shares a budget-friendly, DIY approach to starting elimination communication (EC) from birth, even with limited resources. She details how her family began EC using household items like mixing bowls, old t-shirts repurposed as potty cozies and prefolds, and a simple sumo-style diaper made from a t-shirt. Despite initial skepticism, they saved hundreds in diaper costs by avoiding disposables entirely and only spending $105 total on EC gear, including a $20 Baby Bjorn Smart Potty and $75 on cloth diapers and training pants. Natalie emphasizes the value of Andrea Olson’s free resources—her blog, book, YouTube videos, and coaching program—as essential tools for success, urging listeners to invest in the book for comprehensive guidance. She also shares practical clothing tips, advocating for snap-free outfits and thrifted or hand-me-down clothes to streamline EC routines. The episode highlights the power of low-cost, creative solutions to make EC accessible to all families, regardless of budget. Key takeaways include using everyday household items as potties, making cloth diapers from old t-shirts, reusing disposables after a single pee, and relying on free educational resources. Natalie’s journey from doubt to full commitment underscores the transformative impact of EC on both financial and environmental fronts. The episode ends with a call to action for listeners to share their own budget-friendly EC hacks on the show notes page.
Use household items like mixing bowls, t-shirts, and towels as DIY potties and diaper backups to start EC with zero upfront cost.
A $20 mini potty can pay for itself in just two weeks by replacing 80 disposable diapers.
Make cloth diapers from old t-shirts and prefolds to save money and reduce waste.
Prioritize snap-free clothing and thrifted or hand-me-down outfits to simplify EC routines.
Invest in Andrea Olson’s book early to avoid common mistakes and gain comprehensive EC knowledge.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Introduction to EC from Scratch
Andrea Olson introduces the episode, welcoming listeners to the Go Diaper Free Podcast and highlighting guest Natalie Robbins’ DIY, budget-friendly approach to starting elimination communication from birth.
DIY Potty Solutions with Household Items
“You can use the EC Hold practically anytime, anywhere, over the sink, toilet, outdoors.”
Cost-Effective Potty Investments
“Two weeks worth of diapers, they bought a potty instead. We figured once we saved $20 worth of diapers, we'd gotten our money's worth.”
Budget-Friendly Diapering & Clothing Tips
“I cut up one old t-shirt to make cloth wipes, and we also used about 24 old t-shirts as backup prefolds.”
“Two weeks worth of diapers, they bought a potty instead. We figured once we saved $20 worth of diapers, we'd gotten our money's worth.”
“You can use the EC Hold practically anytime, anywhere, over the sink, toilet, outdoors.”
“Invest in the book. Trust me, it's worth it.”
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Natalie Robbins
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Andrea Olson
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Go Diaper Free
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T-Shirts
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Baby Bjorn Smart Potty
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Mixing Bowl
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Munchkin Sturdy Potty Seat
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Sumo-Style Diaper
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EC Hold
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YouTube
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