Infant Sign Language
Empower 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 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 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…
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 MoreEmpowering Nannies with the Baby Signs® Program
Nannies are more than just caregivers—they’re partners in a child’s development, providing nurturing environments that foster growth, learning, and communication. For nannies looking to strengthen the bond with the little ones they care for, the Baby Signs® Program is a powerful tool to add to their toolkit. By introducing simple, effective sign language techniques, nannies…
Read MoreThe Baby Signs® Program in the News
Empowering Parents and Babies Around the Globe At the Baby Signs® Program, we’ve always believed in the power of early communication to build strong bonds and help babies express themselves even before they can speak. Over the years, our program has gained recognition for its positive impact on families worldwide, and we’re thrilled to share…
Read MoreMeet Elaine Langsam: Enhancing Communication with Baby Signs® in NYC
Elaine Langsam has been a dedicated Baby Signs® instructor since 2009, bringing her expertise in early childhood education to families across New York City through libraries, hospitals, and virtually. With a Master’s Degree in early childhood education and a minor in Psychology, Elaine teaches a variety of Baby Signs® classes, including Parent Workshops, Sign, Say…
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 MoreAshley Green, Lactation Consultant, Fosters Early Bonds with the Baby Signs® Program
Ashley Green, a dedicated Registered Nurse and Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, is making waves in early childhood education as a Baby Signs® instructor in San Antonio. Latched Support, a nonprofit organization co-founded by both Ashley and Veronica Simpkin’s, focuses on providing essential resources and support to families. With a passion for integrating Baby Signs®…
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…
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