Archive for February, 2009

Kids Say the Darnest Things

By Mama Sprout • Feb 27th, 2009 • Category: Blog

At 4 years old, Baby Boy Sprout is in preschool. Today, his teacher pulled me aside to share 2 stories:
(1) Mrs. Teacher was telling the class that today was her son’s 21st birthday and she was not going to be with him because he lives far away. She told the class that this [...]



Lullaby and Good Night

By Mama Sprout • Feb 16th, 2009 • Category: Blog, Books

My cousin had an adorable baby boy in November. She emailed me today, saying she’s reading all these books on sleep methods and is so overwhelmed and more confused. I absolutely remember that period all too well.
The first thing we did was we didn’t co-sleep. Baby Boy Sprout slept in a bassinet, [...]



How do I clean…?

By Mama Sprout • Feb 13th, 2009 • Category: Blog

Crayon from Fabric or Carpet.
At some point in your parenthood life, you will be confronted by melted crayon on carpets or clothes. Does that mean it’s time to change your carpets or throw out that great pair of jeans? According to Consumer Reports Book, “How to Clean Practically Anything”, the answer is [...]



Behavior Charts

By Mama Sprout • Feb 11th, 2009 • Category: Blog

Last month, I realized that Baby Boy Sprout isn’t responsible or accountable for much. I do just about everything for him. Because of that, I believe, his behavior has been a bit out of control. I used to tell myself it’s because he’s 4; or that he’s only 4 and doesn’t know [...]



Valentine’s Day Crafts

By Mama Sprout • Feb 10th, 2009 • Category: Blog

Valentine’s Day can be a fun arts and crafts time for kids.
I’m volunteering in Baby Boy Sprout’s class on Friday. I’ve been asked to bring in a snack and do an arts and crafts project with the children.
For snack, I checked with the teacher and no one has any allergies. So, I’m bringing [...]