Hello, Supermums! Today, let's sit down with a cuppa and unravel a hidden concern that's closer to home than we might realise - the impact of plastics on our kids' health. It's in their favourite toys, their lunch boxes, even sneakily entering their food and drink. How can we protect our little ones? Let's find out!

Plastic: More Than Just Clutter

You've probably noticed that plastic is quite the invader, isn't it? It's wormed its way into our kitchens, our kids' school bags, and even our food chain. Those tiny plastic particles, known as microplastics, can potentially wind up in our children's systems. A bit unsettling, isn't it? But don't fret – we're on this journey together and can make a difference.

The Not-So-Friendly Side of Plastic

Many plastic items contain chemicals like Bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, and lead. These baddies can sneak out of their plastic homes and into our kids' bodies. Remember Jane, from the school run? Her little Tom had been battling with unexplained weight gain until they found out that BPA, which had leached into his food from his plastic lunch boxes, was the culprit.

Phthalates, used to make plastic bendy and fun, are no better. They can throw our children's hormones off balance and heighten the risk of allergies and asthma.

Microplastics: The Hidden Intruder

Microplastics, despite their innocent-sounding name, can be quite the silent villains. They're easy to swallow or breathe in, and over time, they build up in our bodies. Our children are particularly susceptible, given their faster metabolisms and developing immune systems.

Your Action Plan for Safer Choices

Here's where we come in, Supermums! While we can't entirely banish plastic from our lives, we can make smarter choices. Consider switching to glass or stainless-steel containers. Melissa from 'Mummy & Me' loves the stainless-steel sippy cups from EcoVessel, and she swears her little one doesn't miss her old plastic ones at all.

Ensure your kids are getting a balanced diet, rich in fibre, which can help flush out any microplastics they might have swallowed.

Educating Our Future Eco-Warriors

This is also a great opportunity to turn our children into little environmental heroes. Teach them about the 3 R's - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Our local schools run great workshops for kids to learn more about recycling. It's never too early to start!

The Case for Reusable and Recyclable Alternatives

Stepping away from plastic doesn't mean compromising on convenience. Let's take stainless steel, for example. It's durable, easy to clean, and doesn't harbour any nasty chemicals. And when it's finally time to part ways, stainless steel can be fully recycled, leaving no harmful residues behind.

We, at eTHikǝ, offer a range of stainless-steel products, from water bottles to food containers, designed with kids in mind. Switching to these safer alternatives not only protects our children's health but also helps to save our beautiful planet.

Our kids' health is our priority, and understanding the effects of plastic is a huge step towards protecting them. We can make smarter choices, influence others, and ensure a brighter, healthier future for our children. Remember, together, we are super!