It’s my mission to help mothers, babies, children, and families live greener lives. Starting a toxic-free journey is key to ultimate health — and the benefits can be felt for generations to come. While it may seem impossible to be 100% plastic-free, there are ways to get pretty darn close. The goal isn’t perfection. It’s progress.
Plastic touches nearly every part of our lives — from kitchen storage to baby bottles to beauty products. Many plastics contain chemicals like BPA and phthalates that can disrupt hormones, especially in developing babies and children. Reducing plastic is one of the most powerful steps you can take toward building a healthier home.
Here are my top five tips to begin.
1. Start With the Kitchen
The kitchen is usually the biggest source of plastic exposure. Swap plastic food containers for glass. Choose stainless steel or cast iron over nonstick cookware. Store leftovers in mason jars instead of plastic tubs.
If you’re on a budget, begin by replacing items as they wear out. You don’t have to throw everything away at once. Small, intentional swaps make a real difference over time.
2. Rethink Food and Grocery Habits
Highly processed and pre-packaged foods are often wrapped in layers of plastic. Choosing whole foods — fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes — naturally reduces plastic consumption.
Bring your own reusable produce bags. Shop local farmers markets when possible. If you’re able, grow even a small herb garden. The more connected you are to your food, the less plastic you’ll bring into your home.
3. Simplify Baby and Children’s Products
Babies are especially vulnerable to toxins because their systems are still developing. Consider glass baby bottles with silicone sleeves instead of plastic. Choose wooden or natural fiber toys when possible.
For feeding, stainless steel cups and plates are durable and long-lasting. Even diapering can shift toward greener options with cloth diapers or eco-conscious disposable brands.
Remember: You don’t have to be extreme. Even replacing the most-used plastic items makes an impact.
4. Upgrade Your Personal Care Routine
Many beauty and hygiene products are packaged in plastic and filled with synthetic ingredients. Look for brands that use glass, aluminum, or compostable packaging. Bar soaps and shampoo bars eliminate plastic bottles entirely.
As someone passionate about herbal and natural beauty, I’ve found that simple, plant-based formulations often come with simpler packaging too. Fewer ingredients. Less waste. More alignment with the body.
5. Build a Plastic-Free Mindset
This journey is more than swaps — it’s stewardship. It’s teaching our children that caring for our bodies and the Earth go hand in hand.
Talk to your kids about why you’re making changes. Let them help choose reusable items. Make it empowering rather than restrictive. Over time, these habits become second nature.
You may never reach zero plastic — and that’s okay. Every reusable bottle, every glass container, every conscious purchase adds up. When mothers lead the way, homes change. When homes change, communities shift.
A plastic-free journey is ultimately about legacy — protecting your family’s health today while preserving the world they will inherit tomorrow.
