Baby Signs Classes by Melinda

Signing Tip: Remember, repletion is the key to success in teaching signs. So repeat both the word and sign several times while your baby watches.

The signs I'm working on with on 16-month-old daughter is POTTY and PUMPKIN. What signs are you working on with your little one right now?

Make sure you take advantage of this time.

A surprising result from research at UC Davis. Babies as young as 10 months old can label their feelings with signs.

We had our first Sign, Say and Play class tonight. It's was great meeting everyone. Here is a tip for our mealtime class.

Have a pretend picnic: Animals, family members, paper plates, cups, spoons, blanket, etc. Lots of fun interaction, talking & signing!

Here is the sign for Costume!! Don't forget to submit your little one's picture on Baby Signs Classes by Melinda to join in on the fun contest!

Kids' Funny Halloween Costumes

HALLOWEEN CONTEST STARTS TOMORROW!! Submit a photo of your little one in his/her costume. Send over your friends and family to the Baby Signs Classes by Melinda page to LIKE our page and LIKE your photo to vote on it. We will have two ways to win. It's a 10-day contest 10/21 through 10/31. Five days after 10/21, on Saturday 10/26, I will randomly pick a winner from all of the submissions. Then on 10/31 at 10:00 pm, I will announce the winner based on the costume photo with the highest number of likes. So get those adorable kiddos dressed up, snap a pic., and post it here! Can't wait to see them- Join the fun!

If you don't have an idea for a costume yet? Here is some inspiration!

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Many exciting changes happen between 18 & 24 months, including the drawing understanding of the "Self" as a separate entity.

Have you made plans to visit your local PUMPKIN patch? Use this sign to talk about big PUMPKINS, little PUMPKINS, orange PUMPKINS and more!

The fact that babies can describe their feelings using signs like SAD & ANGRY mean that babies are smarter than suspected.

Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.
~ Margarret Mead

The advanced sign class, More Sign, Say and Play starts on Thursday. I have 2 spots left if anyone is interested. I won't offer this class again until 2014! Let me know if you would like to sign up. (979) 324-8307

I'm so sorry to announce that the first week of the Sign, Say and Play class has been postponed to next week because I'm ill. I can't wait to meet everyone next week.

Babies who sign give their parents the gift of providing an amazing window into their minds. There is more going on than most parents realize! Please share your great signing stories with everyone.

Did you know that you are your child's first teacher? Why not start with teaching your baby to do sign language! Sign, Say and Play is an interactive class that encourages parents to teach communication skills with their little one! A new class starts on Tuesday and their are 2 spots left. Let me know if you are interested in signing up! (979) 324-8307

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Congrats Janine Castro!!!!!!
You can pick from the Baby Signs Mealtime, Bedtime, Bath time, Getting Dressed, Pets or Park DVD. Please contact me with your choice.

This Weekend: All Aboard the Potty Train!

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Only one more day until the contest ends!!! Win a Baby Signs DVD FREE!!!! check out the post on the top of my page for details. Can't wait to pick a winner!

Parent Workhop on Saturday- Register today

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More Sign, Say and Play Class starting soon

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Upcoming SSP class from Baby Signs by Melinda

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A new session of the Sign, Say and Play classes start in less than 2 weeks.
This is a great class to take with your little one. You will have fun together, learn new skills to help with communication and improve your bond together. It's for kids 6 months- 2 years.
The dates are Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, & 19 from 5:00-5:45 at Cloud 9 Baby.
Some spots are already filled, so call today to get registered!
Melinda (979) 324-8307

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Winner will be chosen by random.org on October 11th at 6:00 PM
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Hope to see you today at the Potty Party!!! It's at Cloud 9 Baby and it's only $5.00! Come get your questions answered and get started on the fun adventure of potty training!

This Weekend: All Aboard the Potty Train!

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Are you having trouble with POTTY TRAINING your little one? Don't know where to start? Did you know you can start potty training as early as 9 months!
Baby Signs by Melinda offers a potty party which is an overview of the Baby Signs Potty Training Made Easy Program, shown to be effective with children 9 months to 5 years old! With this program, it is possible for your little one to be potty trained by age 2! The next Potty Party is on Saturday from 1:30-2:30 at Cloud 9 Baby. Call me at (979) 324-8307 or Cloud 9 Baby to register!
$5.00 to reserve your spot

Parent Workhop on Saturday- Register today

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Come and learn about a new approach to potty training that will help make potty training EASIER for you, more FUN for your child and BETTER for the environment.
This 60 min. class is targeted for the parent at Cloud 9 Baby this Saturday from 1:30-2:30.
It 's $5.00 to reserve your spot! Call me or Cloud 9 Baby to register today!!!!

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Do you feel guilty about letting your child watch DVD's?
Want to learn what the AAP REALLY says about children and TV time? Then register for this FREE webinar.

Attendees will learn about the American Academy of Pediatric's current, more liberal position on the issue as well as why their latest recommendation specifically includes great news for Baby Signs® DVDs.

Note: When you register, please be sure to put my name, Melinda Gandrud, in the Instructor block. Thanks

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Car trip hint: "Pick the odd one" game with 3 words, 2 of which rhyme. (ex. hat, shoe, cat or boy, toy, fish)