I am a firm believer that what you put into your body affects all elements of your health, well being and mood. Each year, I seem to tweak my own diet a bit more so that I am eating the best possible way for me. Every additional piece of nutritional education brings me closer to the earth and closer to the basics of good eating. This practice naturally extends to all members of my family.
That being said, I have tried many different baby foods with each of my young ones and have recently stumbled upon an awesome new site and distributor of Sprout Organic Baby Food, www.SproutBaby.com. In an effort to circulate education on baby and earth friendly food and products, I have familiarized myself with this site and tried the yummy Sprout Baby food that they sell, and have had friends try the food as well. I am here with the full report.
This food is truly gourmet and all natural and also packaged and produced in environmentally friendly ways. The best part? It’s totally affordable.
Here is some of the feedback that I have received from former students that have tried this food:
Q: What was your baby’s initial response to the food?
A: Ate it well!!
Q: What do you normally feed your baby and what is the difference between Sprout and your normal baby food?
A: Usually buy generic brand. It differed because Sprout seems to have no water added.
Q: What did you find unique about the marketing and website, www.SproutBaby.com?
A: Very interesting site!
Great blog.
Q: What is a defining characteristic about Sprout Baby food?
A: It is a bit thicker than other baby foods.
The labels state it is for babies over 6 months, which is why it might be thicker.
Q: What did you find interesting about the packaging?
A: They are working hard to create a completely recyclable product, which I value.
The pouch makes it a bit more difficult to squeeze all the food out.
No carrying glass in the diaper bag… more difficult to break packaging on accident!
If you’re like me and you think, “Why shouldn’t my baby eat gourmet food that is good, nutrtious and responsible?” then you will absolutely love Sprout Baby Food. I have just recently seen it at Whole Foods in Lexington, KY among other grocery stores nationwide. Or you can order online at www.SproutBaby.com among 700+ other great baby and earth friendly products.
**********CHECK OUT THE SITE and Respond to this post what you find most interesting about www.SproutBaby.com (name a product that you see that you like) and you will be entered in a drawing for a package of several samples of Sprout Baby Organic Foods. Post before February, as I will announce the winner February 1, 2010 ******************
#1 by Liz Ann Lin at January 13th, 2010
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I made about 70% of Molly’s baby food, and always kept a few jars of food handy for when we were going to be out. I love the idea of a recyclable container that’s easier to carry around in a diaper bag. And brown rice pudding with peaches sounds so healthful and yummy. Would definitely try it out with another little one if and when it comes to ShopRite
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#2 by Heather at January 13th, 2010
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Hey Lauren, do you ever make baby food? I made baby food for both of my kids and it was SO cheap and easy. I did buy some Earth’s Best here and there for when we were not at home (our Publix sells them buy 1 get 1 free all the time). Just wondering since there is not doubt about what goes in it! LOL! I’ve never seen Sprout before, but good to know…..
#3 by Lauren at January 14th, 2010
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With Fiona, I have to give her things she can pick up herself. But she did try Sprout and she seemed to like it. I like the idea of making my own food, but it was always tricker for me… because I didn’t want to make food with butter and spices and I’d forget half way through making dinner. I like prepared foods that are good and responsible, which is what we always sought out. We tried Sweet baby carrots with apples and mango and it is delicious. E had to try it too!
#4 by Lauren at January 15th, 2010
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I like this product: http://store.sproutbaby.com/product-p/bn-snk-bal.htm
#5 by Kiersten at January 22nd, 2010
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I was very surprised to realize, when my daughter was 10 months old, that I had never bought a single jar of baby food. I did buy some of the dry whole grain baby cereals. But she quickly went on to mashed, milled, or modified versions of whatever the rest of the family was eating, and lots of fruit, she loves fruit and rice… Packaged baby food is pretty convenient, but I think it’s largely over-rated as a necessity, especially when delaying solids ’till the baby shows desire and interest for them.
#6 by Cameron at February 1st, 2010
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I’d obviously love to try the foods, but I liked the bottles & the Sprout club! You’d get 60, 90 or 120 packets of the food each month & you’d get a better price & free shipping! That seems pretty great if I liked the product.
#7 by Lauren at February 4th, 2010
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Alright everyone… I guess since it is the 4th I’ll close the contest and announce the winner that gets the free samples of baby food distributed by SproutBaby.com. Since Cameron followed the instructions of commenting directly on a product that she saw on Sproutbaby.com, she gets a multi-pack of baby foods!
Thanks to all of you that have enjoyed this blog and checked out the website Sproutbaby.com.
Cameron, email me your mailing address to lauren@birthisfun.com!
#8 by Lauren at February 4th, 2010
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oh, As did Liz Ann… Liz, email me your address to lauren@birthisfun.com if you also would like some samples!