01/07/2026
Hey there, Dr. Kimmie here to share my favorite nontoxic swaps we use in our house!
First, I have LOVED since we switched to non-plastic food storage containers. We primarily use glass, and the fact that it's not leaching plastic into my food isn't even my favorite part. My favorite part is that it's SO much easier to clean than plastic! Of course we make certain considerations with things like food containers our kids are handling (when breaking them might be a realistic risk) but this has been a wonderfully positive switch in our house.
My next favorite switch is using Earthley's cleaning spray concentrate. I grew up on 409 and Windex in the house, so this was a big change. But I just take a scoop of the concentrate, mix with warm water and vinegar (and often toss in a few drops of my desired essential oil- usually grapefruit because it just smells so fresh!), shake, and the bottle lasts me about a month or two before I have to make it again! It's a great cost-effective way to have a healthier product in our house that I feel good about around my kids.
Don't hate me, but I'm a girl who grew up with ALL THE SMELLS from Bath & Body Works and Yankee Candle. So hearing how awful scents like that are for you was heartbreaking. But I've been loving being my own mixologist with essential oil aromas, many of which have health benefits too! We're currently using primarily Plant Therapy, as they have great quality products, PLUS great prices.
What are some of your favorite non-toxic swaps? 😀
