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What I Wish I Knew About Sustainability as a New Mom

Gentle lessons on letting go of guilt, choosing ease over perfection, and finding peace in small, sustainable changes.

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Kali Kirkland
Nov 20, 2025
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Hi friends,

When I became a mom, I wanted to do everything right. From the baby clothes to the cleaning products to the food we brought into our home, I tried to make every choice count.

I spent hours reading labels, comparing ingredients, and searching for the most “eco-friendly” versions of everything. Somewhere between the late-night feedings and the never-ending piles of laundry, I started to feel defeated.

Because honestly, trying to be the “perfect sustainable mom” was exhausting.

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