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'''Elimination communication''' (EC) is a process by which a caregiver uses timing, signals, cues, and intuition to address  an [[infant|infant's]] [[excretion|excretive]] needs, partially or completely avoiding the use of [[diaper]]s. Diapers can be used but usually tend to become extraneous and unnecessary after a point.  The emphasis of EC is placed on communication.  When one practices EC, t(contracted; show full)Intuition refers to a caregiver's unprompted thought that the baby may need to eliminate. Although much intuition may simply be subconscious awareness of timing or signals, many parents who practice EC find it an extremely reliable component.

==See also==
* [[Attachment parenting]]
* [[Dunstan Baby Language]]
* [[Toilet training]]


== References ==

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==External links==
* [http://www.BabiesOnPotties.com Basic tips and tricks for Getting Started DVD]
* [http://www.white-boucke.com/pw.html Potty Whispering DVD about EC / IPT]
* [http://www.natural-wisdom.com/nihgentlealternative.htm ''Natural Infant Hygiene''] - Ingrid Bauer's article summarizing EC
* [http://www.timl.com/ipt/ Infant Potty Training] - Laurie Boucke's IPT website
* [http://www.diaperfreebaby.org DiaperFreeBaby] - international support organization for caregivers who practice EC
* [http://www.naturalbirthandbabycare.com/elimination-communication.html Getting Started with Elimination Communication] - Basic EC information
* [http://www.ec-information.com/ ec-information.com]
* [http://www.mothering.com/discussions/forumdisplay.php?f=227 EC forum at Mothering.com]
* [http://www.BornPottyTrained.com BornPottyTrained.com]
* [http://www.WhatisEC.com WhatisEC.com]
* [http://www.pottywhisperer.com/ The Potty Whisperer]
* [http://www.tribalbaby.org/ Tribal Baby] - From full time nappies to nappy free - Practical tips and strategies for practicing EC
* [http://www.viviente.com/2005/10/how_to_do_parttime_pottytraini_1.html How to Do Part-time Potty Training with Your Baby] - EC for working parents and caregivers

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[[Category:Infancy]]
[[Category:Parenting]]

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