The joys of parenthood. When it comes to raising a baby there are many ups and downs along the way, especially in the beginning when one is trying to get their bearings. But one of the best parts of parenthood is being able to see them achieve different milestones as they grow and start to talk. Not only does it make communication easier, but listening to your child’s tiny voice mixed with real words is enough to melt a parent’s heart.
The mom and dad in the video below have been working on teaching their 15-month-old twins a variety of vocabulary words. But in addition to the boys learning to talk – they’ve also been taught to communicate through sign language as well.
One evening, they sat their babies down and had a little practice session with them. The video is so stinkin’ cute it’s been watched millions of times online!
Meet Axten and Rayden.
The brothers are dressed in their brand new monster jammies all ready for bed. Before they hit the hay though – mom starts asking them to repeat some of the words they’ve learned. These babies are smart cookies and can say different names of animals and people.
They know sign language
Just like many other parents, this mom and dad pair decided to teach their sons to communicate through baby sign language. Axten and Rayden know a handful of basic signs, such as the one for “eat.” The little man on the right demonstrates it.
What if these boys get thirsty?
Axten shows off the next word, “drink,” both by saying it and signing it. Good job, buddy! He also responds with a shiver motion after mom asks them how to say “cold.” Rayden, on the other hand, is a tad-bit distracted by the monsters on his PJs (understandable, kid).
Teaching your baby to sign has benefits.
According to Dr. Jay Hoecker, baby sign language “can be an effective communication tool.” It can also be a fun bonding activity for parents and their babies to do together. On the Mayo Clinic website, he explains:
“Limited research suggests that baby sign language might give a typically developing child a way to communicate several months earlier than those who only use vocal communication. This might help ease frustration between ages 8 months and 2 years — when children begin to know what they want, need and feel but don’t necessarily have the verbal skills to express themselves.”
These two can make anyone smile.
Mom quizzes them on words that would be useful, and even the simple phrase “all done” (which they try saying and signing together). From what it seems – Axten and Rayden have the ability to communicate with their parents pretty well.
But… nobody’s perfect.
In the video, the mom asks her twins about the classic song, “Head, Shoulders, Knees, & Toes.” Axten appears to remember it, showing mom by hitting his brother in his head. Actually, Axten playfully knocks his twin in the head on multiple occasions.
They also know how to adorably kiss and make up though.
What lesson with a baby would be complete without animal sounds?
Axten and Rayden practice their classic animal sounds with mom and it’s cuteness overload. When they get to the chicken, Axten’s initial response is “mmm” (which you gotta admit is pretty funny).
Time to go to bed.
After several minutes of showing off their skills, it seems these twins are ready for bed. Axten’s messing with his brother a little too much and Rayden looks sleepy. In fact, Rayden gets up and appears to be walking towards “bed.” What a good boy!
These 15-month-old twins aren’t just adorable but they’re incredibly smart too. Watch them for yourself in the video below.
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