Communication
Winter-Themed Communication: Baby Signs® for the Season
As the weather turns colder and days get shorter, families find themselves navigating new routines, new environments, and—sometimes—new challenges. Winter brings big feelings for little ones: excitement, sensory overload, chilly transitions, bundling up, and more time indoors. It’s a perfect season to lean into early communication. The Baby Signs® Program gives babies and toddlers simple,…
Read MoreWhy the Baby Signs® Program Is the Perfect Gift for New Parents This Season
Choosing the perfect gift for new parents can feel overwhelming—especially when you want to give something meaningful, useful, and long-lasting. This season, thousands of families around the world are turning to the Baby Signs® Program, and it’s easy to see why. Instead of clothes babies outgrow or toys that get forgotten, Baby Signs® offers something…
Read MoreThe Power of Connection: How Baby Signs® Builds Bonds That Last
Every parent dreams of truly understanding their baby. But when your little one cries, points, or reaches without words, it can feel like guesswork. That’s where the power of connection through Baby Signs® comes in. By using simple, research-based signs, parents and caregivers give babies a way to express themselves long before speech begins—creating less…
Read MoreLove, Language, and Connection: How Baby Signs® Supports Adoptive Families
💞 Love, Language, and Connection: How Baby Signs® Supports Adoptive Families Celebrating National Adoption Month Every November, National Adoption Month honors the families who grow through love and commitment — and the children whose lives are transformed through belonging. Adoption is a powerful act of connection, but it can also come with unique emotional and…
Read MoreAmerican Academy of Pediatrics Endorses Baby Sign Language | Baby Signs®
🩺 The AAP Gives Infant Sign Language a “Thumbs Up” 📝 **Editor’s Note:** This post was originally published in 2010 on the Baby Signs® Blog and has been updated in 2025 with refreshed context, current resources, and links to help today’s parents and professionals make informed choices about using sign language with babies. Why the…
Read MoreCelebrating 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 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 MoreA Window into the Infant Mind
By Linda Acredolo, Ph.D. and Co-founder of the Baby Signs® Program. Much to my delight, the good news about baby sign language has spread far and wide—especially in contrast to how few people knew anything about it when Dr. Susan Goodwyn and I published our first research article about babies and signing in 1985. I…
Read MoreLearn the ABCs with ASL: ABC Sign With Me!™
Early childhood is a magical time when little ones are eager to explore and learn. One of the most important skills they begin to develop is literacy—the foundation for all future learning. But how can we make this journey into reading engaging, fun, and effective? The answer lies in our ABC Sign With Me!™ class,…
Read MoreHow 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 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 MoreEnhancing Communication and Bonding: Baby Signs® for At-Risk Mothers and Babies
Child abuse is a deeply concerning issue that affects the lives of many children worldwide. In situations where mothers and babies are at risk, effective communication and bonding are crucial factors in preventing child abuse. Fortunately, the Baby Signs® Program offers a powerful solution that can help bridge the communication gap, decrease frustration, and foster…
Read MoreFrom Signs to Speech—Inevitable!
By Linda Acredolo, Ph.d October 2012 Despite our federally-funded research, evidence showing that signing babies actually learn to talk sooner, some parents still worry that their babies will be too content with signing to do the work of learning to talk. Below are four reasons why children are, in fact, eager to make the transition:…
Read MoreCelebrating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Day with Baby Signs®: Empowering Communication and Connection
Welcome to our blog, where we celebrate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Day on March 8th, highlighting the synergy between SEL principles and the empowering communication tools provided by the Baby Signs® Program. SEL Day emphasizes the importance of fostering social-emotional skills in individuals of all ages, aligning perfectly with the mission of the Baby Signs® Program…
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