Little Spoon Smoothies vs. Other Pouch Options

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. The Best of Each Brand
3. Let’s Talk Budget
4. Pouches are great, but what about mealtime?
5. The Verdict

As parents, we all know the struggle of finding healthy meals and snacks that are convenient, tasty, and actually get eaten. The on-the-go convenience of smoothie pouches makes them a great option for all ages, aiding in motor skill development for babies and serving as a yummy snack for toddlers and kids alike. With so many options out there, it’s hard to know where to start. Fear not! We’ve compiled our research so that you can find the perfect option for your little one!

We picked four leading brands that are all organic and Clean Label Project Certified (Little Spoon, Once Upon A Farm, Serenity Kids, and Cerebelly) but let’s peek under the hood to see how they compare to one another. 

Little Spoon – Quality, Age Range, & Developmental Encouragement

Little Spoon champions using fresh ingredients with 0g added sugar per serving (compared to 11g in some leading brands!). Their pouches are perfect for fresh, on-the-go meal time with your babe or snack time with your older kiddo. Plus, they feature a wide variety of nutrient-dense options, like protein-packed Greek yogurt Smoothies, chia pudding-inspired Smoothies and classic favorites like Golden Apple Pie and Strawberry Banana Shake. Each Smoothie is filled with unique ingredients from trusted sources to provide your kiddo with a delicious, well-rounded meal or snack.  For parents concerned about processed food, Little Spoon’s pouches are OU Kosher-certified, USDA Certified Organic and 100% non-GMO. Have a picky eater? They sneak in hidden veggies and superfoods in all of their flavors.

Smoothies provide an excellent opportunity to foster your baby’s motor skill development, a crucial aspect of transitioning to solid foods. If you’re looking for a similar product for mealtime at home, Little Spoon’s Babyblends are served in cups and are designed to support babies in developing motor skills and understanding the sensation of fullness. Babyblends are designed to make starting solids easy with 6 stages – from smooth single-ingredient baby purees (Stage 1) to three-ingredient blends designed for palate expansion (Stage 3) to textured and thicker transition meals with whole pieces of veggies and legumes (Stage 6)!

Serenity Kids – Omnivorous Offerings 

Serenity Kids stands out for their two distinct pouch lines: Ethically Sourced Meat and Organic Savory Veggies. Think farm-to-high-chair goodness, with grass-fed beef and free-range chicken pouches and veggie options like roots, carrot, spinach & basil. Serenity Kids offers options to fit a variety of diets! Plus, their pouches are also served in recyclable packaging.

Once Upon A Farm and Cerebelly – Flavor Variety

OUAF and Cerebelly take the cake with their diversity of flavors. Cerebelly’s veggie-first smoothie-inspired pouches contain 16 brain-supporting nutrients for infant development. OUAF has an A2/A2 whole milk shake pouch for those interested in dairy options. From your baby’s first foods to school-time munching to yummy little snacks for you (wink), there’s something for everyone here.

While all these pouches pack a nutritious punch, their pricing varies slightly. Little Spoon and OUAF start at $2.82 and $2.90 per pouch respectively, while Cerebelly hovers around $3.05. Serenity Kids is pricier at $3.19 per pouch.

Little Spoon and OUAF offer flexible subscription options, letting you customize your box with the perfect blend of flavors and quantities to fit your needs. This can be a budget-saver if you have a picky eater or want to avoid food waste. Serenity Kids and Cerebelly, on the other hand, require you to purchase entire boxes of the same flavor, which might not be ideal for adventurous eaters or those on a tighter budget.

Little Spoon caters to ages 6 months to 7 years with their 4 main mealtime products: Babyblends, Biteables, Plates, and Lunchers. They also have a wide variety of snack options that cater to various ages. This one-stop-shop approach might appeal to parents seeking convenience and variety. An added benefit is navigating through the confusing maze of nutritional requirements that children need at every developmental stage. OUAF also has meals for different ages, but a limited variety of solid foods. Serenity Kids focuses on babies and toddlers (6-36 months) with Pouches, Puffs, and Formula, while Cerebelly focuses on snacktime with purees, smoothie-inspired pouches, and bars.

Ultimately, the “best” brand depends on your individual needs and priorities. Consider your child’s age, dietary restrictions, taste preferences, and your budget when making your choice. But, if we’re honest, we’re leaning towards Little Spoon as the overall winner when it comes to cheering on your little one’s growth!