Elimination communication—often shortened to EC—is the term most commonly used for baby pottying in the West.

But where did the phrase actually come from—and does it really reflect what’s going on in everyday life with a baby?

When we talk about breastfeeding support, we immediately think about supporting latch, positioning, or milk supply.

But there’s another piece of the puzzle that’s rarely talked about:

Your baby’s toileting needs and the role they can play in feeding.

Did you know that lots of UK councils will actually pay you to try reusable nappies?

In this guide, I’ve rounded up the current real nappy offers by council, plus a nationwide incentive from The Nappy Lady for parents-to-be and babies under six months.

New UK guidance, developed by The Institute of Health Visiting in collaboration with ERIC, The Children’s Bladder and Bowel Charity, represents a significant shift away from delay-based, child-led waiting, towards a skills-based, health-focused approach that supports earlier learning in a gentle, responsive way.

If you’ve ever been told to “wait until your child is ready” before starting potty training, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common things that parents hear, but it’s also one of the biggest myths!

In this post, I’ll correct some common misinformation about potty learning and explore what the research really says about babies’ natural abilities, development, and readiness.

When I became a parent, I didn’t think much about nappies beyond which ones would leak the least. But once I started digging into the research, I realised nappies aren’t just about convenience. From textiles, to chemicals, there are issues worth knowing about.

This post isn’t about fear or finger-pointing. It’s about questioning the status quo.