Baby Pottying: The Forgotten Truth
What History, Culture, and Science Reveals
Most people assume babies have always worn nappies and that potty training begins around age two or three.
Yet for most of human history, parents helped babies use the toilet from infancy.
This three-part series explores the historical roots of baby pottying — what’s now more commonly known as Elimination Communication (EC), what changed, where modern fears came from, and what the evidence actually says.
part 1
How Humans Around the World Pottied Babies From Birth
Infant pottying was once the norm. Discover how families managed before disposable nappies existed.
part 2
“EC Is Dangerous” — Where Did This Idea Come From?
If infant pottying was once the norm, why did it disappear? Learn the reason behind the fears, myths and misconceptions.
part 3
Is EC Safe? Breaking Down The Evidence
I examine the research on bladder health, development and toilet learning to separate myths from facts.
