Essentials Only

Deodorant is something most of us (and our kids) are using every day.
And because it’s so normal… we don’t really question it.
But if you’ve ever looked at the ingredient list and thought
“I have no idea what that is” — you’re not alone.
A simple place to start?
When your current one runs out…
just try a gentler option.
No pressure to get it perfect.
Just one step at a time.

💚 You don’t need to switch everything — just start where it feels easy → https://essentialsonly.com.au/hidden-products-in-your-home/

😴 Have you ever found one small bedtime support that made evenings feel easier?
When the kids were little, sleep was definitely one of the harder seasons for us — especially when they were unwell.
Over time, I found that creating a calm bedtime atmosphere really helped our evenings feel more settled. One of the tools I reached for was a diffuser at night, and it became part of a routine that felt comforting and supportive for our family.
It wasn’t about perfection — just finding little things that helped everyone rest a bit more easily.

💚 If this feels familiar for you too, you’re not alone.
I’d love to know what this looks like in your home right now.
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Fabric softener is one of those things we rarely question.
It smells “clean”… so it must be fine, right?
But that strong laundry scent usually isn’t coming from anything natural.
If you’ve ever been curious about making a change here…
You don’t need to overthink it.
Just try going without it for a week
and see how your clothes (and skin) feel.

💚 Small experiments like this can tell you a lot. More simple ideas here → https://essentialsonly.com.au/hidden-products-in-your-home/

🧺 Which area of your home have you thought most about swapping first?

A Laundry
B Cleaning products
C Body care / skincare
D Kitchen products
E I’m still figuring it out

💚 Add your answer below using the emoji or letter that fits you best.
There’s no right or wrong here — just busy mums finding what works for their family.
If gentler swaps at home have been on your mind, you can grab my free Ditch the Toxic Load Cheat Sheet here:
👉 https://bit.ly/eofreeresources

Most of what we’re exposed to at home isn’t from rare or complicated things.
It’s the everyday products we use without even thinking about them.
Which is actually good news.
Because it means you don’t need a full overhaul.
You just need to start noticing what’s already there.

💚 Awareness is a powerful first step. If you’d like a simple checklist, you can find it here → https://essentialsonly.com.au/hidden-products-in-your-home/

If you’ve ever looked into low-tox living and felt overwhelmed…
you’re not alone 💚
I remember thinking I had to question everything.
Every product. Every ingredient.
And then realising…
even the “natural” ones weren’t always that natural.
It gets confusing quickly.
So if you’ve been wondering where to start —
this is your reminder that you don’t need to change everything.
Just one small place is enough.

💚 You don’t have to do this all at once. If you’d like a simple starting point, I’ve shared one here → https://essentialsonly.com.au/hidden-products-in-your-home/

MYTH: Making your own products is expensive
TRUTH: Some simple DIY products can work out more affordably over time, especially when you re-use containers and choose versatile ingredients.
REASSURANCE: You don’t have to make everything. Even trying one or two swaps can still be a meaningful start.

💚 Let’s gently bust a common low-tox myth many mums worry about.
It’s not about doing everything yourself — it’s about finding simple swaps that feel realistic for your family.
If this topic has been on your mind, I’ve shared some practical support in my free resources.
👉 https://bit.ly/eofreeresources

Exposure to environmental chemicals has been linked to various health disorders, including cancer and dysregulation of the immune and reproductive systems. 🤔

While we may not be able to eliminate all toxins and their sources, we can reduce our toxic load and prime our bodies to better handle these substances.

You don’t have to live in a toxic world! Let me help YOU! 💚

To take control of your own health, get my Ditch the Toxic Load Cheat Sheet today here https://bit.ly/eoditchtoxins. ✨

🧴 Have you ever changed a product after your child reacted to it?

The very first product I ever made was a hair detangling spray for my daughter.

After trying a store-bought one and noticing it didn’t agree with her skin, I started looking for a simpler option I could make myself. I found some ingredients that felt like a better fit for us, gave it a go, and have been making it ever since.
It was one of those small changes that opened the door to so many others.

💚 If this feels familiar for you too, you’re not alone.
I’d love to know what this looks like in your home right now.
👉 https://bit.ly/eofreeresources

Why don’t I use the stuff from the shop anymore?🤔

After only a few weeks of using one of many big purple bottles of bath soap, it became obvious that Emma had quite sensitive skin and was reacting to something we were putting on her skin, so we stopped using that.

I looked into using magnesium for its benefits for relaxation and sleep. It is a required mineral for hundreds of body processes from energy production to DNA synthesis! 💚

The benefits of absorbing extra magnesium through the skin in a bath or a foot soak can include:

✔️relief from muscle cramps
✔️reduction of stress
✔️relief from constipation
✔️reduction in foot fungus such as Athlete’s Foot
✔️improving circulation
✔️reduction of inflammation.

I would choose the highest quality ingredients and be happy that I’m doing my best! I love being in control of what is absorbed into our skin and bodies.

Read more about what I use now instead of store-bought soap here ✨https://essentialsonly.com.au/best-for-bath/

If you’ve been wanting to make gentler swaps at home, my free Ditch the Toxic Load Cheat Sheet is a simple place to start 💚 You can find it here 👉 https://bit.ly/eofreeresources