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The success of Root & Sprout™ depends entirely on its users. If you have information, advice, or a story you would like to share with other moms and dads, please write and submit an article to us. We consider any article for publication that adheres to the Root & Sprout philosophy.

Although the submitting author does not need to be an expert in the category of interest, he or she should have a deep level of understanding concerning the topic of choice and be able to express his or her ideas passionately.

All ideas should be original and exclusive to Root & Sprout. Articles no longer appearing on the Root & Sprout website will be available for viewing on the Root & Sprout online archives.

Articles accepted for publication are subject to editing to correct for mistakes in spelling, grammar, and mechanics, or to phrase ideas in a way that make the article flow. All published Root & Sprout authors receive a byline and link to his or her website or blog.

The information below contains submission guidelines specific to each Root & Sprout category. Any questions concerning the submission process should be addressed to questions@rootandsprout.com. If you would like to suggest a category or sub-category, please send an email to submissions@rootandsprout.com.

Special Content

Articles published in this category answer the call for special content found on the Home Page.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. Please attach your text as a word document.

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Special Content" in the subject field.

Root & Sprout (Moms & Dads)

Articles published in this category appeal to the Root & Sprout parent.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. Please attach your text as a word document.

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Moms & Dads" in the subject field. 

Root & Sprout (Seeds, Shoots, Buds, & Blossoms)

Articles published in the following sub-categories relate specifically to the Root & Sprout kid. The sub-categories are Seeds (pregnancy - 2 yrs.), Shoots (preschool), Buds (elementary school), and Blossoms (tweens & teens).

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. Please attach your text as a word document. 

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and indicate the appropriate sub-category in the subject field. 

Root & Sprout (Wildflowers)

Articles published in this category relate to children with special needs, the parents who care for them, and the associated joys and challenges.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. Please attach your article as a word document.

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Wildflowers" in the subject field.

Root & Sprout (Paths to Parenthood)

Articles published in this category chronicle the different paths men and women take to becoming a parents.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. Please attach your text as a word document.

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Paths to Parenthood" in the subject field.

Cultivate Your Relationship

Articles published in this category strive to create an enjoyable learning experience for your child through fun, hands-on activities. Root & Sprout is currently accepting articles with the following themes: encourage a budding chef, raise a creative mind, and grow a green thumb.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and include at least one graphic that illustrates a step or final product. Please attach your text as a word document.

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Cultivate Your Relationship" in the subject field. 

Flourish Frugally

Articles published in this category offer tips and advice on how to live a fullfilling, yet frugal life.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. Please attach your text as a word document.

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Flourish Frugally" in the subject field.

Thrive!

Articles published in this category promote the Root & Sprout lifestyle and cover topics in one of the following sub-categories: Nourish the Body, Plant Green Ideas, and Spring Forward.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. There is no minimum word requirement for recipes. When submitting a recipe, please indicate if it is your own creation. If it is not, be sure to give credit to the original source. Please attach your text as a word document.

*Only original recipes are eligible for the $25 prize.*

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Thrive!" in the subject field. 

Reviews

Articles published as a review may express your opinion of books, music, movies and general products and experiences geared for parents and children.

Articles should be between 250-800 words and may include a graphic. Please attach your text as a word document.

Send your article, byline, and graphic to submissions@rootandsprout.com and write "Reviews" in the subject field.