Using Baby Sign Language - The Advantages For Baby And You
Teaching baby sign language is a relatively new concept, but one that is rapidly gaining in popularity as the benefits become clear.
The ability to understand and
communicate with your baby
is something we often yearn for as parents and using simple sign language from an early age brings a host of other advantages -
Using sign language reduces the frustration and tantrums that baby's inability to communicate can provoke
Children taught baby sign in infancy tend to develop superb language skills later on - including an increased ability to learn a second language
Children who sign display a tendency to resolve problems with good communication, not tantrums
Some signing babies actually speak EARLIER than those who don't use sign
Children who sign often develop a higher IQ
Parents form deep, strong bonds with their signing children, based on satisfaction and trust - babies are more content, knowing their needs will be met
In families where all children are taught to sign, the bond between siblings is great - particularly when older children are able to communicate with a baby brother or sister
