We made the joint decision to teach you signs for your basic needs. We've heard from friends and family that have used signing that it makes communication less frustrating for both the baby and the parents.
We started signing with you when you were four months old, per the books' and baby signing gurus' suggestions. We started with milk, more and all done. When you started solid foods, we added eat. We've also done some basic signs for every day objects like book. You picked up on the word "more" first. This shouldn't surprise any one that knows you. You love to eat. You would hit your tray twice to signal you wanted "more" food. This week, for the first time, you are actually doing the correct (well, as close as is physically possible for you) sign for more. I caught it on video.
*** Please ignore my voice.... it's encouraging to her but you maaaaaayyyyyy want to turn the volume down if you're sitting in the library or at your desk at work :)
I only taught Finn a few signs but it was immensely helpful! Even now, he still won't say "please" and "thank you" but signs them only!
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