Why We Went Plastic Free
Learning from mistakes and the science of plastic
We'll be honest. Plastic wasn't on our radar when our first child arrived.
Like most new parents, we followed recommendations from WhatsApp groups and friends' baby registries. We trusted what everyone else seemed to be using without questioning it.
Those convenient plastic bottles and feeding spoons sure felt like lifesavers during the chaotic early months.
Everything changed after a health scare made us dig deeper into what we were actually putting in our bodies. The research alarmed us.
Here's what we discovered about plastic in feeding products:
Microplastic ingestion - Plastic breaks down into microscopic particles that are difficult to eliminate from the human body. Microplastics provoke inflammation and ferry endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
Chemical leaching - BPA, phthalates, flame retardants, and PFAS in plastic migrate into food and drinks, especially when heated or scratched. Studies suggest these toxins increase risks of cancer, metabolic disorders, endocrine disruption, and chronic illnesses.
What hit us hardest was learning how babies' developing systems make them especially sensitive to these endocrine disruptors. Every bottle warming and dishwasher cycle potentially increased our child's exposure.
Once we understood the risks, we took immediate action. We systematically eliminated plastic from our son's feeding routine. We gradually purged our kitchen of plastic containers and cookware.
(More on that and how to do your own “low-toxic swap” in an upcoming issue!)
The transformation wasn't easy. It was surprisingly hard to find good non-plastic alternatives that function well and don't break the bank.
We realized other parents shouldn't have such a hard time. This sparked Haomomo's mission: offering thoughtfully-designed non-plastic options that give you peace of mind from day one.
What made you first question the safety of plastic baby feeding products in your home? Comment below!