We talk to Laura Lawrence about how to break cleaning down into manageable pieces, the shoes we love and have tested, and signing with our kids–how are things going.

Here is the promised video of Anna walking with the Squeaker Sneakers.  I lost her original one (the first day she wore them) by doing the typical accidental recording over.  She is still a bit unstable in this video, but you can see how she walks and squeaks.  My husband and I LOVE hearing the squeak.  It is really cute and comforting to know where she is now that she is mobile.  We call it our homing device.

 

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We discuss nurturing your marriage, breastfeeding, and StoryTelling. Join us for an amazing hour that will help you be a better mother. (more…)

 

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We have a great show with Lisa Druxman of Stroller Strides talking about how to exercise in winter (her voice is a little soft, but the info is great). Then, we talk to PA Jeff Abrams of Alpine Pediatrics about how to deal with Winter Colds. And finally, we discuss how to bring singing into your house and add signing. Check out Babies and Moms Host Nancy Cadjan’s book Baby Signing 1, 2, 3 for great tips on singing and signing. (more…)

 

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We talk with Claire Lerner from ZERO to THREE about your child’s temperament, an update on signing and what to do in specific situations, and nursing covers and which ones work well. This show really ROCKS! (more…)

 

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Claire Lerner from ZERO to THREE talks about on how to properly deter unwanted behaviors with appropriate discipline. We will also talk with Rachel Coleman of Signing Time about signing with children with special needs. AND we will discuss the importance of religion in the life of a child. Don’t miss it!

 

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We discuss what colic is and how to deal with it, reading with kids and how to have a family night. We’ve got lots of great info and fun, fun, fun!

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We discuss the importance of Family Dinner, the Over-scheduled Family, and ways to get the food on the table with less stress. We have more giveaways this week and we are asking for your input as we discuss these topics. If you have had experiences that you want to share, get ready to call in.

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 Family Dinner, Overscheduling and Baby Signing 1, 2, 3 [55:00m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Over the past few months, Anna has started signing many different signs.  Here are a few of the ones I was able to catch on film:

1. Signs MILK (to let me know she was finished playing and wanted some milk
2. Signs EAT and then MORE to ask me for more food
3. Signs MUSIC while playing with a musical toy
4. Signs a modified version of MUSIC (since she is holding on to the table) and then signs LISTEN/HEAR

Now you can see how much a 12-14 month old can tell you

 

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We discuss how one mom lost over 100 pounds after giving birth.  We also discuss developmental milestones you baby should meet and what to do if she doesn’t.  Also, we will discuss what happens to you physically when you silence yourself instead of expressing your opinion in an arguement.  And we will be giving away products!

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Rachel Coleman of Signing Time joins us to talk about signing with babies and toddlers. We will give away Signing Time DVDs so listen to the LIVE show (www.grapevineradio.com) and call in and win at 9:30 am Mountain/11:30 Eastern. We will also be discussing finding a preschool for your toddler and how to do a preschool at home. For more home preschool information, see the JoySchool website Also check out Show 14 to meet the creator of Joy School, Linda Eyre. (more…)

 

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Dr. Kerry Maguire,  Director of Public Advocacy with Tom’s of Maine talked with us about dental health for your baby.  We also talk about tooth brushes we have tested and the amazing things your baby will tell you when she can sign.  Plus lots more fun info. We’ve got another fun jam-packed 30 minutes so don’t miss us live at 9:30 am MT on August 24 at www.grapevineradio.com

Check out the FREE Kindermusik Class offer special for Babies and Moms Listeners. You can try a class and know if it works for you! For more information on Kindermusik and music classes in general, check out Show 20.

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We talk with Irene Zoppi, RN, MSN, IBCLC, Medela’s clinical breastfeeding education specialist who discusses issues with breastfeeding when you go back to work and ways to succeed and continue to give you baby the best food possible! She says you need to ask your employer for a private place to pump, scheduled breaks, and refrigeration for your milk. Ask for these things before you take your maternity leave. Most employers are willing to help if you communicate your needs. If there are enough mothers who need to pump, your employer may find it worthwhile to buy one of the hospital grade pumps that you bring your own kit to use. It is the best kind! Try to pump every three hours to maintain your milk supply. To learn more go to healthywomen.org or medela.org.

We are announcing our “You know you are a mom if  . . . .”  segment.    So you understand it, here is an example:

You know you are a mom if you find yourself singing Old MacDonald in the car…alone!

So keep a pad and pen close and write your You Know You are a Mom If    ideas down.

Today, we have Jamie from McKinney Texas as a guest in studio today.   Jamie’s son  Ryan is an excellent example of how signing can really change your baby’s life in ways well beyond just stopping tantrums. Ryan is 4 and began  reading at 3.  We’ll learn how the two are are connected.

 

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Learn from music educator Julee Kowallis about how music helps develop babies’ brains and even can help them sign more signs.  Listen to Julee and her tips for how adding music to your life can enrich you and your babies learning experiences. (more…)

 

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This segment we talked with Heather Ledeboer from www.mom4life.com about the benefits of “wearing your baby”. Along with the baby wearing products out there that best suit us and our lifestyles.

The idea behind baby wearing has many benefits for your baby, such as: less crying, they learn more because they experience the world through the mothers eyes, an increase in IQ, and it has shown to exhibit a reduction in colic and spit-up with increased cardiac output and improved circulation. (more…)

 

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Learn how to interpret your baby’s signs, swim suits and sun protection for the pool, and how to get baby to sleep after interuptions to schedules with Jami Kent of BBSleepSolutions.
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 Interpreting Signs, Swim Suits, and Getting Baby to Sleep [27:01m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

The sign MUSIC is made by swishing your hand back and forth over your arm like you are conducting.  However, Anna just swings her arm around.  The funny thing is, she first signed MUSIC by shaking her head because some contestant on American Idol was shaking her head while she sang.  You can see her shake her head and then sign MUSIC.

 COOL!

 

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Here is a dad’s description of signing with his son

http://www.hanselman.com/blog/BabySignLanguageUpdateAt14Months.aspx

This is the first time Anna signs MORE this clearly.  Blueberries are a great motivator.  She even tries to say MORE.

 

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Proud Mama–Check this baby out at 11 months!  She has started her signing cluster and this is another in the many signs she is learning and signing now (including shoe, dog, tree, light, more, milk, eat, and more)

 

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We share how language is formed and how to praise your child.

There are actually more than a few things your baby has to learn to be able to speak and one of them is acquire language–which is different from speech. Did you know that? (more…)

 

 How to Praise the Right Way and Signing with Babies in Hospital [27:00m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

• Our Favorite Products 
• Reading and Signing–Feeling like an Octopus
• Sun Care for Mom and Baby

Reading to babies encourages language development on several levels: (more…)

 

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We talk to Jane Clayson Johnson, the former host of the CBS Early Show. She shatters the myths of Motherhood and give us the credit we all deserve.  (more…)

 

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Authors Denise and Alan Fields of Baby Bargains are here to discuss things you don’t need to purchase for your baby so you can save money. Denise and Alan have been on Oprah to discuss the savings they help parents find.

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We discuss

• Signing with toddlers–even if you did not sign with them before
• Getting your baby (and yourself) to sleep well from day one and on with Jami Kent, founder of Burrito Baby, Inc. 

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Today, we will be discussing:

• What to do if you are the only one in your house and family that will sign with your baby
• Common questions asked by parents are answered by a pediatric nurse (more…)
   

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Today we talk to Dr. Lynn Scoresby, PhD Child and Family Psychologist who teaches us simple ways to increase our baby’s learning ability

The baby years are a special window of opportunity when the brain develops at the fastest pace and takes in the most information. You can take advantage of this time and create a great learning environment in your home with simple activities. (more…)

 

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This week we talk about:

• The products we love
• Baby Travel Safety
• Stacey and Tricia tell how great their little signers are doing!

 

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This week, we talk about

• The best signs to sign in every situation
• What a Mom is Worth: Dollars and Sense

 

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Concentrate on the activities you do each day and the things that you notice your baby is interested in. As your baby grows, add signs for each activity. This way, you don’t have to feel overwhelmed that you have to remember a lot of signs at once. (more…)

So you might just say this is an over-zealous parent trying to prove that their baby can sign but take a look! She was really signing a lot that morning so I had to shoot this video. She is trying to say “light” and sign it. This is one of her favorite signs. And remember, she is only 8 months old! Her coordination is not all together, but she really wants to express herself.

 

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