Posts by Baby Signs®
Welcoming 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
Originally published January 28, 2025 · Updated January 2026 Working one-on-one with babies and toddlers—whether as a speech-language pathologist, early interventionist, parent educator, home visitor, or parent coach—offers a powerful opportunity to support communication during the most critical years of development. The Baby Signs® Program is a research-based approach that helps pre-verbal children communicate before…
Read MoreBaby Signs® Training for Agencies and Organizations
Updated for 2026 Research-based training to support early communication, staff consistency, and family engagement across Early Intervention, Head Start, and family service programs. Baby Signs® offers professional training for agencies and organizations serving infants, toddlers, and families. Our training options support Early Intervention, Head Start, home visiting, and family-focused programs seeking practical, ethical, and evidence-based…
Read MoreMake a Difference as a Certified Baby Signs® Instructor
Many professionals enter early childhood, education, and family services because they want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Becoming a certified Baby Signs® Instructor offers a research-based, globally recognized way to support early communication, reduce frustration, and strengthen connection during the most critical years of development — while building…
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…
Read MoreTeaching Kindness at the Table: The Manners, Mealtime, and More! Baby Signs® Class
Good manners do more than impress people—they express gratitude, foster patience, and promote positive interactions. The Baby Signs® Manners, Mealtime, and More! class is designed to make mealtime a fun and learning-rich experience, giving children essential tools to communicate needs and learn valuable social skills. This one-time class, perfect for children ages 1½ to 5,…
Read MoreParenting Through Connection: Megan Lachance’s Path to the Baby Signs® Program
Megan Lachance, the compassionate parenting coach behind Parenting Through Connection, has been helping families strengthen their relationships for over five years through Baby Signs® classes. Based in Calgary, AB, and offering online services, Megan’s unique approach combines connection, communication, and child development to guide parents in building strong family bonds from the very beginning. With…
Read MoreWhy Children’s Fears Increase in the 2nd Year
Although signing with babies is my passion, I also enjoy sharing other insights about development. Here’s an example from Baby Hearts, my book co-authored with Dr. Susan Goodwyn. Along with cake and ice cream, a child’s first birthday brings with it a not so nice gift – a significant increase in the number of things that make a…
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