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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…
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…
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…
As we celebrate Read Across America Week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we can raise confident, engaged readers from the very beginning. Early literacy is about more than books – it’s about connection, communication, and shared experiences.…
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…
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…
In early intervention and early childhood services, effective communication is the foundation of meaningful progress. For professionals working with infants and toddlers, the Baby Signs® Program offers an evidence-based approach to supporting communication before spoken language emerges. In this post,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
Updated for the 2025 holiday season. The holidays bring joyful moments – and sometimes big feelings for little ones. With unfamiliar faces, busy gatherings, and disrupted routines, it’s completely normal for babies and toddlers to experience stranger anxiety during this…