Sprout Gifts
Registry Items & Playroom Toys
Curated toys, books, and meaningful items that support your child's development
Sprout Nest
Cash Funds & Experiences
Smart savings funds and memorable experiences like mommy & me dance classes
Sprout Cycle
Donations & Giving Back
Teach kids about giving back while supporting meaningful causes
Three Ways to Give Meaningfully
Whether you're looking for gifts, experiences, or savings, Sprout has you covered.
How It Works
Get started in minutes, not hours. Transform gift-giving from obligation to opportunity.
Create Your Registry
Set up your child's registry in under 3 minutes with our guided process. Choose from gifts, experiences, and savings funds.
Add Gifts & Experiences
Add items from Sprout or any site. Include experiences, cash funds, and carefully chosen essentials.
Share with Family & Friends
Send your unique link to loved ones for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.
Track & Send Thank-Yous
Watch contributions flow in and automatically send thank-you messages to gift-givers.
Our Mission
Founded by a physician and mom of two, Sprout helps families shift from more stuff to more growth.
Our approach is grounded in child development research and psychology.
Clutter & Overstimulation
Research shows that too many toys can overwhelm children and reduce their ability to focus and engage deeply with any single activity.
“University of Toledo study found children with fewer toys played more creatively and for longer periods.”
Experiences Over Things
Family experiences create stronger emotional bonds and lasting memories than material possessions.
“Cornell University research shows experiential gifts provide more lasting happiness than material gifts.”
Teaching Generosity
When children participate in giving, they develop empathy, gratitude, and a sense of community responsibility.
“Harvard studies show that children who practice giving are more likely to become generous adults.”
Ready to create a more intentional approach to gift-giving?
Age-Based Gift Suggestions
Discover perfect gifts, experiences, and savings for every stage of your child's development.
Montessori Blocks
Gift
$25
Music Classes
Experience
$150
College Fund
Savings
Any amount
Our Story
Sprout was born from a simple observation: too many toys, too little joy. As a physician and mom of two, I've seen how overwhelming it can be when well-meaning friends and family shower children with gifts.
Founded by a Physician-Mom
Our founder, an MD and MPH, saw firsthand how intentional gifting can support development and reduce family stress.
Born from Real Experience
Created after flying home with three extra suitcases of Christmas gifts and realizing we needed a better way to give.
More Growth, Less Clutter
We help families shift from accumulating stuff to nurturing experiences and meaningful connections.