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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, they are in essence trying to communicate as much as possible with their child about the elimination process, helping the child to become aware of their own body.  The term "elimination communication" was inspired by traditional practices of diaper-less baby care in [[Developing country|less industrialized countries]] and [[Hunter-gatherer|hunter-gatherer cultures]].<ref>[http://www.diaperfreebaby.org/index.php?module=pagemaster&PAGE_user_op=view_page&PAGE_id=61&MMN_position=14:14 Practicing Elimination Communication - DiaperFreeBaby<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> EC can begin at birth and is usually started before six months of age, although it can be practiced at any age. If started in the later months or after age one, babies are more likely to be "diaper trained," and may be less aware of and/or able to communicate their elimination needs. The term "late starter" refers to a baby who starts EC after six months or after age one.⏎

==Origins==
The terms ''elimination communication'' and ''natural infant hygiene'' were coined by Ingrid Bauer and are used interchangeably in her book, ''Diaper Free! The Gentle Wisdom of Natural Infant Hygiene'' (2001). Bauer had traveled to [[India]] and [[Africa]], where she noticed that most mothers would carry their diaperless babies constantly, yet she saw no elimination "accidents" as would be expected in industrialized countries(contracted; show full)* [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

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

[[fr:Hygiène naturelle infantile]]
[[ru:Естественная гигиена новорожденного]]