Sprouting Ideas

I recently went out for a girls' night with some mothers in my neighborhood. One of the mothers mentioned using a baby carrier at church to prevent...

A Montessori Placemat is a visual guide used when a child is learning how to set the table. Not only does this practical life activity allow a chil...

Sprout worked with a licensed professional counselor to get insight into lying and children. She is currently finishing up a PHD in counseling and ...

Dr. Maria Montessori said, "Play is the work of the child." When I first heard that quote, it began a shift in my perspective of how I viewed playt...

Toy rotation can feel like a daunting task for many parents. Between managing a busy household, school activities, and all the day-to-day needs of ...

Learn simple ways to play with your newborn, avoid overstimulation, and bond meaningfully. Explore tips for gentle interactions and when babies engage with toys.

This guide helps you select the best mattress for a Montessori floor bed, covering firmness, airflow, mattress thickness, safe sleep tips, and parent recommendations.

Sibling relationships may be tough to navigate. Some days they may seem to be best friends, and the next day, they're bickering and fighting. Why d...

I have always loved children. As the oldest of four children in my own family, I watched after my siblings with care and sought to help my mother w...

Sprout worked with a licensed professional counselor to get insight into emotional regulation in children. She is currently finishing up a PHD in c...

I'm Annie Hays! I have been working with young children in a Montessori setting for nine years, and love implementing the philosophy at home with m...

I'm Annie Hays, and I'm excited to share a how-to guide on creating child-centered spaces. I have nine years of experience working with young child...