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LEARN HOW TO GET STARTED

Baby Pottying, also known as Elimination Communication (EC) or early potty training, is a gentle and gradual way to support your baby’s toilet awareness from an early age.

Babies are born with an instinct to communicate their toileting needs. In the West, we’re rarely shown how to recognise these cues — but once you do, you can begin supporting your baby’s awareness much earlier than most people realise.

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NEWS

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The Institute of Health Visiting now recommend introducing the potty before 18 months.

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In many parts of the world today, and throughout human history, babies have been pottied from birth.

In 1958 in Britain, 47% of babies were out of nappies by 12 months,

and 83% by 18 months.

Douglas J. (1958)

Today, the average age for potty training is 3–4 years old.

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Parents who practice baby pottying report a profound bond from the communication they build with their babies.

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The Forgotten Truth About Baby Pottying

What History, Culture, and Science Reveal

Ready To Start Your Pottying Journey?

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Follow my mini-guide to start pottying your baby today.

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Let’s make this ancient wisdom feel second nature again.

This is your path to feeling confident to potty your baby.

You’ll discover how to make it fit with modern life and reconnect with your instincts.

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