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Welcome to the Baby Signs® Blog!

June 1, 2023

We are so excited to have you here. This blog is dedicated to providing information and resources for parents who are interested in teaching their babies basic sign language. We know that teaching your baby sign language can be a…

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Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Baby Signs® Program

November 20, 2024

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,…

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Manners, Mealtimes, More

Teaching Kindness at the Table: The Manners, Mealtime, and More! Baby Signs® Class

October 30, 2024

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…

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Megan LaChance

Parenting Through Connection: Megan Lachance’s Path to the Baby Signs® Program

October 29, 2024

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…

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Why Children’s Fears Increase in the 2nd Year

October 21, 2024

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…

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Jasmine Wooster family

Empowering Parents and Babies: Jasmine Wooster’s Journey with the Baby Signs® Program

October 3, 2024

Jasmine Wooster’s passion for early childhood education and family support shines through in her work as a certified Baby Signs® instructor. Based in Somerset County, Maryland, Jasmine is also an Early Childhood Parent Organizer with the local Judy Center. Her…

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A Window into the Infant Mind

September 23, 2024

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…

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Zoo Signs

How Creative Signing by Toddlers Transforms Everyday Moments

August 26, 2024

Bonita and crew were visiting the National Zoo in Washington, DC. Julia was enchanted by all the animals and eager to use her many animal signs to label them—monkey, lion, bear, bird, zebra, elephant, and giraffe to name just a…

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Empowering Nannies with the Baby Signs® Program

August 19, 2024

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…

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The Baby Signs® Program in the News

August 8, 2024

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…

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Elaine Langsam

Meet Elaine Langsam: Enhancing Communication with Baby Signs® in NYC

August 6, 2024

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…

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Learn the ABCs with ASL: ABC Sign With Me!™

August 5, 2024

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…

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Ashley Green and co-founder

Ashley Green, Lactation Consultant, Fosters Early Bonds with the Baby Signs® Program

July 26, 2024

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…

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Meet Liz Shaw: A Passionate Advocate for Baby Signs® in Michigan

July 16, 2024

Meet Liz Shaw, a dedicated Baby Signs® instructor based in Michigan. Liz’s journey into the world of Baby Signs® began after graduating from Michigan State University with a degree in Deaf Education and earning a master’s degree in Early Childhood…

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How Long Does a Sign Last?

July 10, 2024

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…

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When to Start Signing

July 5, 2024

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…

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