About Us

For many years, I didn’t want to have kids. My husband and I were on the same page. I never saw myself as a mom. Maybe it was because, growing up, my mom was always working. I’d come home to an empty house, make myself a snack, and spend the afternoons alone. There wasn’t much connection. I don’t blame my mom; she moved to the U.S. with six children, not knowing English, and did everything she could to provide for us. But, despite understanding her situation, I never felt that longing to be a mother. Instead, I channeled my energy into achieving more than my mom had, hoping to avoid the struggles she faced. I pursued college degrees, pushed myself up the corporate ladder, and defined success by titles and promotions, only to realize I was still unfulfilled.

A few years ago, I felt God leading me in a new direction. I found myself reflecting on my childhood and feeling a call to motherhood. I realized that if I could provide a better life for my children, one rooted in love and connection, not materialism, why wouldn’t I? After a heartfelt discussion with my husband, a year later, we were blessed with our first baby girl. Then, 16 months later, another beautiful surprise arrived. At the time with only our first, I was still working remotely, but soon, my company wanted everyone back in the office. We knew I couldn’t leave our daughter, and we were fortunate enough that I could choose to stay home. Though it meant sacrifices, like raising our girls in a small apartment, I trusted God’s plan and felt I was where I needed to be.

Even while I was working, I knew I wanted to homeschool. I wanted my girls to experience what it’s like to have their mom fully present, and I wanted to nurture a strong connection with them. But when my oldest turned two, time seemed to fly. With two kids under two, I quickly realized that I felt behind on preparing for gentle homeschooling. Late nights were spent researching curriculum, planning crafts, and gathering supplies. Hours would disappear, and by the time I had the week planned, my own relaxation time was gone. That book I ordered weeks ago was still sitting on my to be read cart. 

It struck me then, how overwhelming it all was, especially for moms who are also working. Planning, prepping, and buying supplies was exhausting, and our small apartment was filling up with materials like wooden peg dolls and construction paper. I knew there had to be other moms feeling the same way, whether they were committed to full-time homeschooling or just wanted activities for school vacations. That’s when Acorn to Sprout was born.

Our curriculum and craft boxes provide everything you need to foster a deeper connection with your child at home. We hope our boxes ease the stress of planning, giving you more time to bond with your little one and to focus on yourself too, so you can show up as your best self for your child.