06.28.07

The anticipation of baby's first word - waiting and wondering what it will be. Momma? Daddy? On the joyous day the first word is spoken a whole new world will open up for you and your child; a world of verbal communication. He/she can begin to express disagreement with the ever popular NO or express glee with a wave and a BYE-BYE. Certainly an exciting time for you! But did you know that even before the first word is spoken your baby has the ability to communicate? Infants can learn to express their needs using simple signs for common words before they are able to produce understandable speech. Babies have the capability of learning sign language. But how do you begin to teach a language that you do not know yourself? Well, it is easier than you would think with help from Mocobabies.

Mocobabies produces infant and toddler signing tools that allow you to "See the world through your baby's hands". Confused? I was too at first, but owner and creator, Kathy Moores explains, "All of the small things that as adults we disregard or take for granted are so enchanting to babies and toddlers. It's incredible to have a tool (ASL) that allows them to share their world with us." The super creative folks at Mocobabies develop tools that will allow to you and your baby to communicate through the use of hand signals (or sign language).

We were first introduced to this amazing world of baby signing with Mocobabies' signing flash cards. Packaged in a clever reusable metal tin, this set of 35 cards includes all babies' first signs (eat, more, milk, finished) as well as numerous everyday signs too. The cards are laminated (practically drool proof) and are double sided. Side one includes a vibrant image that is sure to capture baby's attention and the opposite side has the image's signing instructions (text and illustrated). It is just that easy! With an array of products such as flash cards, reminder signs, DVDs and tees; you are sure to find just the right tool to begin signing with your baby.

If you are still a bit skeptical on the benefits, be sure to view the video of Kathy's son signing at just 18 months…amazing! Still not convinced? Studies have shown that babies who use sign language tend to speak sooner and show an increase in IQ scores. Bridge the communication gap between you and your baby with products from Mocobabies - you may just surprise yourself and open up a whole new world of preverbal fun!