Sprout Center for Emotional Growth and Development

11/25/2025

🍂💛 𝐺𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑑𝑒 & 𝐺𝑟𝑜𝑤𝑡ℎ

As we move into Thanksgiving week, we’re reminded that slowing down isn’t just good for us — it’s essential for growing minds.

When children have moments of calm, connection, and rest, their emotional world feels safer and more manageable. Slowing down helps them bloom. 🌿

This week, we’re grateful for the families we support, the children who inspire us, and the community that surrounds us.

Wishing you a gentle, grounding start to the holiday season.

11/21/2025

Between school, activities, and busy family schedules, life moves fast — but emotional support shouldn’t have to wait. 🌿💻

Sprout offers virtual therapy for children and teens, giving families access to care from the comfort of home.

Did you know? Even though Sprout is located in Pittsburgh, we can support ANY child or teen in Pennsylvania through telehealth. No matter where you live in the state, help is only a click away. 💚

Because caring for growing minds should be simple, accessible, and stress-free.

11/20/2025

🌍💙 Today is 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 — a global celebration of children’s rights, voices, and wellbeing.

Every child deserves safety, dignity, emotional support, and the freedom to grow into who they are meant to be.

At Sprout, we are honored to walk beside Pennsylvania’s children and teens as they learn, grow, and find their voice.

For every child. For every family. For a brighter tomorrow. 💙🌱

11/19/2025

See you at Holiday Magic this weekend!

🎄✨ Taking It to the Streets – Holiday Magic ✨🎄
📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025 - 🕓 4 PM – 7 PM
📍 Brownsville Road at Towne Square

Get ready to unwrap the magic of the season! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with twinkling lights, festive cheer, and heartwarming community spirit. Here’s a peek at what’s waiting for you:
🎅 Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus
Share your Christmas wishes with the jolliest duo in town! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be ready for free photos and warm holiday chats—don’t forget your wish list!
🎄 Holiday Tree Lighting with the Brentwood Food Pantry
Watch the Borough’s holiday tree come to life in a dazzling display of lights, led by the Brentwood Food Pantry. It’s a beautiful reminder of the season of giving—offer your support by bringing non-perishable food, personal care items, pet food, or a monetary donation to support neighbors in need.
🖍️ Children’s Crafts & Letters to Santa
Little elves can get crafty with holiday ornament making, card decorating, festive coloring pages—and don’t miss the chance to write and mail a letter straight to the North Pole, courtesy of Brentwood Parks & Rec.
🎶 Live Performances to Spark the Spirit
Feel the rhythm and joy with performances by the Brentwood School District Band, Cheerleaders, and Chorus—plus a special holiday showcase from PK’s School of Dance that’s sure to dazzle.
🛍️ Magical Gifts
Stroll through a sparkling lineup of holiday vendors offering festive décor, and joyful surprises to make your season bright. Find one-of-a-kind treasures and charming handmade holiday gifts from talented artisans and crafters. It’s the perfect way to check off your shopping list.
🍕 Festive Flavors & Cozy Sips
Come hungry! Enjoy everything from pizza to gourmet wings, hibachi, BBQ, and sweet kettle corn. Warm up with lattes or toast the season with a brew.
Featuring:
Bado’s Pizza • EB Wingz • Franken-fried • Hibachi Lou • South Side BBQ • Scorch Garden • Tom’s Diner • Wild River Kettle Korn • The Roaming Bean • Back Alley Brewing
🎈 Whimsy & Wonder Around Every Corner
Delight in balloon art, face painting, a magical bubble house, and a roaming photo booth to capture the memories. Keep your eyes peeled for surprise visits from beloved characters like Olaf, Buddy the Elf, enchanting princesses, and—you guessed it—the Mean One himself, Mr. Grinch!
💫 It’s more than an event—it’s a magical Brentwood tradition
Bring your holiday spirit, and let’s light-up the season together

11/19/2025

Some backpacks are light, some can be heavy. Sprout has a variety of trainings available to support educators in lightening the load for children and themselves. We are now booking for 2026 training dates!

11/18/2025

🥜🍇 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞!

Help us keep the PB&J love going! We’re collecting peanut butter, jelly, and non-perishable items through November 24th to support local food banks.

As we approach Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for every family helping us spread kindness and nourishment in our community.

Every jar makes a difference!

11/14/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞. 💜💜

For families facing food insecurity, a meal is more than nutrition — it’s relief, comfort, and hope.

Hunger can take an emotional toll, especially on children who may experience stress, anxiety, or difficulty concentrating when their basic needs aren’t met.

Every act of kindness — every jar, box, or bag — helps build a community where every child feels supported. 🌿

11/07/2025

🍂🍁November invites us to slow down and appreciate the simple things — kindness, connection, and community.

Practicing gratitude doesn’t mean everything is perfect; it means recognizing that what we have is enough. 💜💚

This month at Sprout, we’re focusing on gratitude and emotional growth — because even small moments of thankfulness can bring big shifts in our well-being. 🌱

11/06/2025

Next week! 🌿 Join us Thursday, Nov 13 • 12–1 PM (Zoom) for Mind–Body Connection: How Physical Activity & Nutrition Support Mental Health.

Free for parents & caregivers.
👉 Email sprout@sproutcenterconsult.com to get the link.

11/03/2025

ITS PEANUT BUTTER JELLY TIME! Help Sprout Spread the Love and collect Peanut Butter and Jelly for our local food banks. Of course we will accept any non-perishable item you can share. Donations will be accepted through November 24th. Monetary donations can be sent directly through the food banks through the QR codes

11/03/2025

ITS PEANUT BUTTER JELLY TIME! Help Sprout Spread the Love and collect Peanut Butter and Jelly for our local food banks. Of course we will accept any non-perishable item you can share. Donations will be accepted through November 24th

10/31/2025

Halloween can be full of excitement — costumes, candy, friends, and maybe a late bedtime (and that’s okay!). 🎃

The next day, kids might need extra downtime to regulate after all the sugar and stimulation. Try keeping Saturday slow:

💜 Plan a quiet breakfast
💚 Limit screens and sugar
🌿 Reconnect with routine gradually

According to the 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐬, overstimulation and disrupted sleep can temporarily affect kids’ focus and emotions — but structure and calm time help them bounce back quickly.

So yes — enjoy the fun. Then take the weekend to recharge together. 💚