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How Long Does a Sign Last?
One of the questions that our Baby Signs® Instructors hear frequently from parents is how long a sign stays in a baby’s repertoire before the word appears. Of course, the answer is that it varies enormously. If the sign is substituting for a relatively easy word like “ball” or “more,” the word may appear relatively quickly. But…
Read MoreWhen to Start Signing
One of the most frequent questions our network of Baby Signs® Instructors hear when they give their Parent Workshops and Sign, Say & Play® classes is “When should we start signing with our baby?” Truth is, there’s no “perfect” time to start signing. Over the years we’ve noticed three different approaches parents take to the issue of…
Read MoreCelebrating Independence Day with the Baby Signs®Program
Tips and Activities for a Fun and Safe 4th of July Hello Baby Signs® Families! The 4th of July is a wonderful time for families to come together and celebrate Independence Day with festivities, food, and fireworks. For our littlest celebrants, it can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. This year, why not incorporate Baby…
Read MoreEmbrace the Summer with the Baby Signs® Program
Summer is here, bringing sunshine, longer days, and plenty of opportunities to bond with your little ones. As you plan your activities and adventures, consider incorporating basic sign language to enhance your communication and create even more memorable experiences. Here’s how the Baby Signs® Program can make your summer brighter and more fun! Outdoor Adventures…
Read MoreCelebrating Father’s Day with the Baby Signs® Program
Father’s Day is a special time to honor the amazing dads in our lives. At Baby Signs®, we believe that this celebration is not only about acknowledging the incredible fathers but also about cherishing the unique bond between dads and their little ones. This Father’s Day, let’s explore how the Baby Signs® Program can enhance…
Read MoreEnhance Your Baby’s Safety Awareness with the Baby Signs® Program
June is National Safety Month, a perfect time to focus on keeping our little ones safe. As parents, we constantly strive to create a secure environment for our children. Teaching your baby safety signs can be a fun and effective way to communicate essential safety concepts. At Baby Signs®, we’ve developed a Safety Signs Poster…
Read MoreSigning Sentences: When One Sign Isn’t Enough!
There’s no doubt that a single sign—such as MORE, for example—conveys important information. But there’s also no denying that the combination MORE plus COOKIE is even clearer. Babies seem to know this intuitively; that’s why as soon as they can, they begin stringing two words (or signs!) together and sentences are born. This important intellectual milestone—…
Read MoreIntroducing the On The Grow™ Program: Enrichment Classes from Birth to 5 Years
At the Baby Signs® Program, we are dedicated to supporting parents and caregivers in nurturing their children’s growth and development. The On The Grow™ program is designed to provide comprehensive, age-appropriate classes that promote the healthy development of children from birth to 5! Enrichment Classes from Birth to 5 Years On The Grow™ classes offer…
Read MoreEmpowering the Antelope Valley Community: Highlights from the Baby Signs® 2-Day Instructor Certification Training
Last week’s Baby Signs® 2-Day Instructor Certification Training, proudly sponsored by Best Start Antelope Valley, brought together a diverse group of 45 passionate professionals from the childcare, doula, speech-language pathology (SLP), lactation consulting, and early intervention fields. Held in Palmdale, CA, this transformative event equipped attendees with the training and resources needed to revolutionize early…
Read MoreMy Unforgettable Mother’s Day Gift
“Joshua, my third baby boy and third signer gave me such a special Mother’s Day gift last year. A little over a year old and he was signing up a storm. He would use the sign for “Daddy” for any close family member, Mommy included. No matter how hard I tried he refused to sign…
Read MoreCelebrate Teacher Appreciation Week
As National Teacher Appreciation Week approaches, it’s time to reflect on the incredible impact educators have on our lives, especially when it comes to our little ones. At the Baby Signs® Program, we recognize the vital role teachers play in nurturing and guiding children’s development. From the first signs of communication to the moments of…
Read MoreEarly Childhood Educator Training with Best Start
In the heart of Antelope Valley, childcare providers embarked on an immersive learning experience at the Baby Signs® Early Childhood Educator Training. Held at the Children’s Bureau of Southern California and generously sponsored by Best Start Antelope Valley, this three-hour workshop was a catalyst for interactive learning and engagement. Dedication filled the room as childcare…
Read MoreSay Good-bye to Diapers in Honor of Earth Day!
By: Linda Acredolo, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, UC Davis and Co-Founder, the Baby Signs® Program Earth Day is a good time for all of us to reflect on what we can do on an individual basis to promote the health of our environment so that our children will inherit a verdant, health-inducing world rather than one increasingly…
Read MoreCelebrating National Siblings Day with the Baby Signs® Program
Strengthening Bonds Through Communication Every April 10th, National Siblings Day offers a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the unique bond shared between siblings. It’s a day to cherish the moments of laughter, support, and shared experiences that make sibling relationships so special. As we commemorate this day, let’s explore how incorporating the Baby Signs® Program into…
Read MoreHelping Toddlers at a “Loss for Words”: The Baby Signs® Program and Social Development
by Linda Acredolo, Ph.D. and Susan Goodwyn, Ph.D., Co-founders, the Baby Signs® Program Every parent wants his or her child to enjoy other people and to be well-liked. In Developmental Psychology, we include both these goals under the term “social development.” Although most parents are aware that innate differences in temperament contribute importantly to individual…
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