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From Signs to Speech—Inevitable!

March 18, 2024

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…

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Sabla D’Oliveira: International Partner for Baby Signs Portugal®

March 18, 2024

Sabla D’Oliveira’s journey with the Baby Signs® Program is a testament to the program’s profound impact on both babies and families. As the International Partner for Baby Signs® Portugal, her passion shines through her story: From Curiosity to Calling: Since…

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Fostering Emotional Development

March 11, 2024

Lessons in Kindness from Rover and Kitty By: Linda Acredolo, Ph.D One of the most important values that parents pass on to their children is empathy—that is, the ability to recognize what other people are feeling AND the willingness to…

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Celebrating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Day with Baby Signs®: Empowering Communication and Connection

March 4, 2024

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…

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How To Raise A Reader

February 26, 2024

As we celebrate Read Across America Week and honor the legacy of Dr. Seuss, let us embrace innovative approaches to early literacy that promote communication, engagement, and inclusion. Baby Signs® not only enhances language development and literacy skills but also…

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Valentine’s Day with Baby Signs®: A Symphony of Signs and Love

February 8, 2024

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…

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Doula and Certified Baby Signs® Instructor: Naima Bond’s Impactful Story in Atlanta

January 31, 2024

In the bustling city of Atlanta, Georgia, a passionate advocate for early communication and infant development shines through – Naima Bond. With a background deeply rooted in early intervention, Naima has become a trusted certified Baby Signs® Instructor, bringing her…

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Building Connections: Integrating Baby Signs® into Professional Practice with Infants and Toddlers

January 29, 2024

In the realm of early intervention, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. For professionals working with infants and toddlers, the Baby Signs® program has emerged as a transformative tool, providing a unique approach to bridge the communication gap before…

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From ASL Interpreter to Instructor: Barbara’s Baby Signs® Story

January 22, 2024

In the heart of Cleveland, Ohio, a passionate advocate for sign language and communication, Barbara Hamilton-Mbambara, has been making a significant impact through her Baby Signs® classes. Let’s delve into Barbara’s background, her journey into teaching Baby Signs®, and the…

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Signs of Success: A Decade in the World of Baby Signs® with Christine Taylor

January 15, 2024

In the bustling world of parenting, finding effective ways to communicate with infants and toddlers can be challenging. However, certified Baby Signs® instructor Christine Taylor has made it her mission to empower parents and caregivers with the tools to give…

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Helping Children Cope with Disaster and Crisis

January 8, 2024

Linda Acredolo, Ph.D.Co-founder, the Baby Signs® Program  It seems whenever one turns on the TV these days there’s news of another disaster, whether hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, fires, terrorist attacks, war or personal crises. Given how sensitive children are to the emotional…

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Making a Difference in the Lives of Babies: The Path to Becoming a Certified Baby Signs® Instructor

January 2, 2024

In a world where communication is key, helping babies express themselves before they can speak has become a revolutionary concept. Enter the realm of Baby Signs®, a program designed to empower infants with the ability to communicate through simple signs…

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New Year’s Resolution: Potty Time!

December 27, 2023

The new year is closing in on us and, if you’re like me, your mind is gravitating toward “New Year’s Resolutions.” (It’s a given that two of mine will be to exercise more and eat less—and this year I mean…

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Sign and Rhyme for Winter

December 12, 2023

Children of all ages love songs and rhymes that include “finger play.” Why else would “Itsy Bitsy Spider” have maintained its popularity for generation after generation of children? The nice thing is that finger play rhymes have the added advantage…

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Bringing Joy to the Holidays with Baby Signs® A Festive Guide to Communication

December 12, 2023

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.…

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