Baby sign has completely impacted our parenting style in the most beautiful and rewarding way. My daughter Lainey, who is twelve months old, can communicate all her needs with me – through baby signs. It is incredible!
She tells me when she wants “milk”, “more”, and “Mama”. She tells me when she wants something to “eat”, “drink”, and when she wants a “book”. She tells me when she’s “all done” and signs “bath” when it’s time for one. She also signs “please” when there’s something she wants.
Lainey hardly cries or fusses, and I believe this is because she can clearly communicate all her needs with me. With baby sign, the guessing game of what she wants is completely out of the picture. A true game changer!!
Before Lainey was born, I was not super passionate about baby sign. To be honest, I didn’t know much about it. However, my sister and a couple other people encouraged baby sign so we went with it. Needless to say, I am very passionate about it now and highly encourage it for every baby!
How and when did we start baby sign? I am no expert but here is what worked best for us.