Cory and I decided to teach Landry some basic signs to make communication a little easier for her before she could talk. We knew some friends who did this and it made feeding times and bedtime a little easier, because the child could actually let them know when she wanted to eat, when she was thirsty, or when she was tired. So when Landry was little bitty, we began to sign, "more", "eat", "drink", and "all done" as we would feed her. We would also sign "sleep" when we put her to bed. She really did well with it. She also has a few Baby Einstein videos that teach basic signs, and we would let Landry watch them every so often. I have been amazed at what she has picked up from those videos. There have been many times when I have been talking and suddenly Landry would sign one of the words I said. Words I had no idea she knew. It's pretty neat. Here is a video of Landry signing some of the words she knows.
For those of you who know sign language, you will notice that she does not do the exact sign. She has modified the signs on her own.
I haven't decided whether or not to teach the next baby sign language. It has been a great way for Landry to communicate with less frustration. And I have been able to teach her to use her manners by signing "please" and "thank you." However if she knows the sign for a word, she will not even attempt to say it. What are your thoughts? Have any other of you moms had any experience with baby sign language?
2 comments:
I taught David & Daniel both some simple signs. They both would rather talk though once they learned than sign. I think it is an awesome way for infants/toddlers to express themselves
No I am not a mother and I have no children to teach sign to but I think you know where I stand on this!!! I would teach baby number 2 also!!! Once Landry starts really talking she will do that and sign too probably! But I am all for teaching the sign! I was all smiles while watching that video! :) Love you guys and miss you!
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