Learn to Sign with Your Baby

Cecilia (C3) Grugan is a Deaf parent to a hearing child, who is referred to as a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA). Cecilia lives in the suburbs of Washington, DC, with their partner, who is also Deaf, and firstborn. As a family, they solely use American Sign Language (ASL). With ASL, Grugan’s family thrives on access and ease of communication with one another. When not writing during the darkest hour, Cecilia can be found jogging with a stroller around town, exploring new local joints with their partner, or jet-setting across the country in pursuit of new adventures with their firstborn. Find more about the author at thearielseries.com and follow them on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @thearielseries.

Brittany Castle is a Deaf graphic artist and the owner of 58 Creativity, where she creates and sells American Sign Language art and products. She grew up in California with her Deaf twin sister and their hearing parents. After graduating from Gallaudet University, she began working as a freelance graphic designer but quickly discovered her passion for creating her own art infused with Deaf culture. In 2014 she founded 58 Creativity and has been running it ever since. Find out more about Brittany at 58creativity.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook @58Creativity.