Category Baby Sign Language Guides

Teaching your baby the sign for "sleep" is practical and achievable, though success depends on your baby's developmental stage.

To sign "snack," position your non-dominant hand in front of you with the palm facing upward in a flat, plate-like shape.

The sign for "hungry" is made by cupping your hand in a C-shape with your palm facing your body, then moving it down from your neck to your stomach—a...

To sign "water" in baby sign language, form your hand into a "W" shape by extending your three middle fingers while tucking your thumb and pinkie down,...

The "drink" sign in baby sign language is made by forming your hand into a C-shape, as if you're holding a cup, and bringing it to your mouth to mimic the...

The "all done" sign in baby sign language is one of the most practical gestures you can teach your infant or toddler.

Baby sign language opens communication doors earlier than waiting for spoken words—research shows infants can acquire their first signs before they speak...

To sign "milk," make a fist with your dominant hand with the thumb side facing up, then squeeze the loose fist open and shut repeatedly.

The "eat" sign in baby sign language is made by bringing your fingertips to your mouth in a pinching motion, as if bringing food to your lips, with your...

A baby sign language food chart is a visual guide showing the hand shapes and movements for common food-related signs—like MILK, MORE, EAT, HUNGRY, and...