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Celebrating Passover with the Baby Signs® Program
Help Your Little One Connect to Tradition Through Simple Signs Passover is a meaningful time for families as they gather to retell the story of freedom, enjoy symbolic foods, and share in generations-old traditions. Whether it’s your child’s first Seder or they’ve already experienced a few, incorporating infant sign language can make the holiday more…
Read MoreEmpowering Educators in Quincy, CA with Baby Signs® Training
Empowering Early Childhood Educators with Baby Signs® Training in Quincy, CA We’re thrilled to share the success of a recent Baby Signs® Early Childhood Educator Training held in Quincy, California, generously sponsored by Plumas Rural Services. This engaging and impactful training brought together 37 early childhood professionals from across Plumas County and Susanville in Lassen…
Read MoreInstructor Spotlight: Terri Floyd, MS
Empowering Families with Early Communication At the heart of the Baby Signs® Program is a network of passionate instructors who help families unlock the power of early communication. This month, we’re thrilled to introduce Terri Floyd, MS, a Certified Baby Signs® Instructor and founder of The Note2Thrive Collaborative Coaching & Consulting. Based in Greater Central…
Read MoreWelcoming Spring with the Baby Signs® Program
Fresh Ideas to Help Your Baby Learn & Grow This Season Spring is in the air! Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and the world seems to be waking up from winter’s chill. This season of renewal is also the perfect time to refresh your baby’s learning experience. By introducing spring-themed signs and playful activities,…
Read MoreCelebrating St. Patrick’s Day with the Baby Signs® Program
Fun, Festive Ways to Add a Little Luck o’ the Irish to Your Baby’s Early Learning Saint Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse to dress in green, enjoy festive treats, and spend quality time with your little one. But did you know you can also celebrate by incorporating baby sign language into the holiday fun?…
Read MoreLaughter is the Best Medicine—at Any Age
This week’s topic veers from my usual signing with babies theme to describe a wonderful part of every child’s development. One of the true blessings that comes with being human is the ability to laugh. Laughter takes our minds off our troubles, even if only for a moment, eases tensions, raises our heart rate and spurs our…
Read MoreA Valentine’s Day Message
By Dr. Linda Acredolo All of a sudden it’s February, and with February come thoughts of Valentine’s Day, the one day of the year totally devoted to “love.” What a broad term that is! The Greeks identified many, many different types of love – from the love we feel for our soul mates, to the…
Read MoreThe Science Behind the Baby Signs® Program
How Simple Signs Can Supercharge Language, Bonding, and Learning For over two decades, child development experts Dr. Linda Acredolo and Dr. Susan Goodwyn studied how simple gestures—now widely known as the Baby Signs® Program—can dramatically impact infants’ early communication, emotional development, and intellectual growth. Their extensive research, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)…
Read MoreEnhancing Early Intervention with the Baby Signs® Program
Working one-on-one with babies and toddlers—whether as a speech-language pathologist, parent educator, early interventionist, or parent coach, —presents a special opportunity to shape children’s language, social-emotional, and cognitive development. By integrating the Baby Signs® Program into your professional practice, you can strengthen parent-child connections, reduce frustration, and support early communication skills. Below, we’ll explore why…
Read MoreEmpower Your Team with the Baby Signs® Program: 2-Day Instructor Certification Training
Bring the Benefits of Baby Signs® to Your Organization Are you ready to make a difference in your community by empowering families and professionals with the gift of early communication? The Baby Signs® 2-Day Instructor Certification Training is the perfect solution for agencies and organizations looking to enhance their services for children and families. This…
Read MoreDiscover How You Can Make a Difference with Baby Signs® Certification
Unlock the potential of infant communication with the Baby Signs® Program, the groundbreaking program that allows pre-verbal children to express their needs and feelings through simple signs. This innovative approach not only fosters early communication but also deepens bonds between babies and their caregivers. If you’re driven by a passion for child development and impactful…
Read MoreThe Heart of the Baby Signs® Program: Inside Michelle Cromeenes’ Journey
A Family’s Life-Changing Discovery When Michelle Cromeenes and her husband enrolled in a Baby Signs® Parent Workshop, their twins were just 4.5 months old. Little did they know that this single decision would spark a lifelong passion. By 7.5 months, their twins were signing back, and after their first birthday, they were learning nearly a…
Read More2024 Year in Review: Celebrating a Year of Connection & Growth
What a remarkable year it’s been! In 2024, we’ve seen families, instructors, and communities around the world embrace the Baby Signs® Program to support communication, connection, and learning during those all-important early years. From workshops and trainings to partnerships and creative ways families use signing, this year has truly been one to celebrate! Major Highlights…
Read MoreBuilding Connections: Baby Signs® for Strengthening Family Bonds Over the Holidays
The holidays are a magical time of year, filled with family gatherings, festive meals, and moments of togetherness. For families with young children, these special times are also a chance to deepen bonds and create lasting memories. The Baby Signs® Program offers a unique way to strengthen those connections, helping even the littlest family members…
Read MoreCelebrate Thanksgiving with the Baby Signs® Program
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones, enjoy delicious food, and express gratitude—and it’s also a perfect opportunity to use the Baby Signs® Program! Whether you’re preparing a big family feast or spending a quiet day at home, incorporating signs into your Thanksgiving traditions can make the day extra special and engaging for…
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