Infant Signs
When it comes to communicating with your child, the earlier the better. MSU Associate Professor Claire Vallotton studies nonverbal communication using infant sign language. Research shows a routine of gesturing and sign language with children improves their social and language development as well as emotion regulation, and can have a positive impact on the parent-child relationship.

Infant Signing Tips for Parents
Parents can begin using signs with infants as soon as they begin waving.
Infant Signing Tips for Parents

Baby Gestures and Signs Really Work!
Signing with your infant really does develop their communication skills.
Baby Gestures and Signs Really Work!

Preverbal Infant Communication
Signing with infants and toddlers has a positive impact when they reach elementary school.
Preverbal Infant Communication

Baby Signs for Stressful Situations
Signing with your infant or toddler can help regulate their emotions.