Holidays
My 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 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 MoreHop into Easter with the Baby Signs® Program: A Fun Guide for Families
Easter is a time filled with joy and celebration for families around the world. As we gather to mark this holiday, it’s an excellent opportunity to include your little one in the festivities using infant sign language. Not only does signing with your baby enhance communication and bonding, but it also adds an extra layer…
Read MoreValentine’s Day with Baby Signs®: A Symphony of Signs and Love
Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, and what better way to embrace this sentiment than by nurturing the social and emotional development of our little ones through the language of Baby Signs®. As parents, caregivers, and families around the world embark on the joyous journey of raising expressive communicators, let’s explore how Baby Signs®…
Read MoreBringing Joy to the Holidays with Baby Signs® A Festive Guide to Communication
The holiday season is a magical time filled with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the joy of spending time with loved ones. As parents, we often seek unique ways to make these moments even more special for our little ones. One delightful approach to enhance your holiday experience is by incorporating the Baby Signs® Program…
Read MoreStranger Anxiety: A Holiday Hazard
Some of my most enduring memories of Christmas with my own children were the annual visits with Santa. Born in the fall and still babes-in-arms by Christmas, their first experiences with Santa were uneventful. Things had changed dramatically, however, by Christmas #2–when the kids were about 15 months old. They would have nothing to do…
Read More“Signs” of the Holidays!
What the holidays mean for many of us is the opportunity to get together with family and friends to reminisce about times past and to make good memories for the future. In many families these celebrations are made even sweeter by the addition of babies and toddlers who still have stars in their eyes when…
Read MoreEnhancing Mealtime Joy: The Magic of Baby Signs® During Holidays
Harmonizing Holidays: Baby Signs® for Joyful Mealtime Communication Mealtime with little ones can be a delightful yet challenging experience, especially during holidays when families gather to celebrate. As parents, we constantly seek ways to make these moments more enjoyable and meaningful for our children. One fantastic tool that can transform mealtime into a language-rich and…
Read MoreSpooky Fun with Baby Signs®: Celebrating Halloween Together!
Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to introduce your little one to the magic of the Baby Signs® Program in a fun and festive way! Baby Signs® can enhance communication with your baby, allowing them to express themselves before they can even talk. This Halloween, let’s explore how you can…
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