Sign language can help babies learn traditional language
quicker, experts say New parents usually can't wait to hear
those first words from their baby. But what if those first words
are delayed? It can cause a lot of frustration for both parent
and child. But some parents have found a solution. Child
development experts say a baby develops motor skills quicker
than language skills so they use can sign language instead of
words to help a baby communicate. The technique is used
sometimes with children who have speech delays but not always.
Some parents just want to get a head start on understanding
their kids. And it turns out all you need is a baby that wants
to communicate and a parent who wants to understand. For two-
year-old Faith Owens, using sign language has changed her life.
She works with speech therapist Laure Newhard from Easter Seals.
"It's allowed her to become part of the family, It's given her
confidence. It's allowed her to get what she wants and not be as
frustrated," Laure says. Newhard has ta