13-Month-Old Deaf Toddler Surprises Mom with Emotional Sign Language Moment
A heartwarming video of a 13-month-old deaf toddler signing "all done" has captured the hearts of internet users, leaving his mom overwhelmed with emotion. The moment came after Timmy learned his first sign just two weeks prior, bringing joy to his family and sparking widespread praise online.
According to his mother, Elle Miller, 26, from North Alabama, she was initially worried that her son might have learning delays, but the sudden appearance of an ASL sign has been a game-changer. "Since he didn’t start showing any interest in signing until this month, I was beginning to worry that he may have some learning delays, but then he surprised us all," Miller said.
Miller and her family started learning American Sign Language (ASL) as soon as Timmy was born, and while it has been an adjustment, they are grateful for the progress they've made. The couple's journey with their deaf child has not been without its challenges, but they have found that it has turned into a beautiful and amazing experience.
Timmy, who was suspected to be deaf at birth but wasn't officially diagnosed until he was two months old, continues to light up every room with his infectious smile and curiosity about the world. His family is now working towards getting him fitted for a bone-anchored hearing aid (BAHA), which they hope will help him hear within the next six months.
The online reaction to Timmy's second sign has been overwhelming, with many praising the precious moment and the support of the deaf community. Miller has said that she didn't realize how many people were unaware of babies' ability to learn ASL, and she is grateful for the love and kindness that her family has received.
For Miller and her husband, this moment has brought them a sense of pride and joy as parents of a deaf child. As they continue on their journey, they are documenting every step of the way, and it's clear that their love and dedication to Timmy will only continue to grow stronger with each passing day.
A heartwarming video of a 13-month-old deaf toddler signing "all done" has captured the hearts of internet users, leaving his mom overwhelmed with emotion. The moment came after Timmy learned his first sign just two weeks prior, bringing joy to his family and sparking widespread praise online.
According to his mother, Elle Miller, 26, from North Alabama, she was initially worried that her son might have learning delays, but the sudden appearance of an ASL sign has been a game-changer. "Since he didn’t start showing any interest in signing until this month, I was beginning to worry that he may have some learning delays, but then he surprised us all," Miller said.
Miller and her family started learning American Sign Language (ASL) as soon as Timmy was born, and while it has been an adjustment, they are grateful for the progress they've made. The couple's journey with their deaf child has not been without its challenges, but they have found that it has turned into a beautiful and amazing experience.
Timmy, who was suspected to be deaf at birth but wasn't officially diagnosed until he was two months old, continues to light up every room with his infectious smile and curiosity about the world. His family is now working towards getting him fitted for a bone-anchored hearing aid (BAHA), which they hope will help him hear within the next six months.
The online reaction to Timmy's second sign has been overwhelming, with many praising the precious moment and the support of the deaf community. Miller has said that she didn't realize how many people were unaware of babies' ability to learn ASL, and she is grateful for the love and kindness that her family has received.
For Miller and her husband, this moment has brought them a sense of pride and joy as parents of a deaf child. As they continue on their journey, they are documenting every step of the way, and it's clear that their love and dedication to Timmy will only continue to grow stronger with each passing day.
Like, two weeks ago he just learns his first sign and now he's signing "all done" like a pro? That's crazy impressive! I mean, I knew they said deaf kids could learn ASL, but wow... And the fact that Elle was worried about learning delays is hilarious. Like, how did you not know your kid was gonna be a natural at this stuff? 
Anyway, it's amazing to see families like hers embracing the Deaf community and finding love in it. That bone-anchored hearing aid thingy sounds like a game-changer for Timmy too. Fingers crossed he starts rocking out to tunes soon! 
it's not easy but it's clear they're passionate about giving him the best life possible 
. Can't a kid just be adorable without it being broadcasted to every corner of the globe? I mean, sure, it's cute that Timmy learned his first sign and everything, but does it really need to be shared with the whole world? And don't even get me started on how long this will take up on my feed... 
. Anyway, I guess it's nice that Elle and her husband are documenting their journey as parents of a deaf child, but sometimes less is more, you know? Less drama, less pressure to share every little milestone... just my two cents 
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That's such an adorable vid! I mean, 13 months old is crazy young for learning sign language, but I guess you never know what your kid's gonna do right? 
It's amazing that Elle and her family have been so supportive of Timmy from the start - learning ASL with him from birth must've been a big adjustment, but it's clear they're all in this together 
13 months old and he's already killing the ASL game! his mom Elle is literally a superhero for going through all this with her little one, no wonder she's overwhelmed 
. I love how proud she and hubby are of Timmy, like they're beaming with joy 
it's clear they're doing everything right for their little boy. and can we talk about how precious his smile is? 
. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good feel-good story? 
Like, 13 months old and already learning sign language? That's impressive, right? But at the same time, what if he just picks up on something from his environment or something? I don't know, maybe I'm being too skeptical... 
. I can imagine how proud Elle and her hubby must feel right now, like they're on cloud nine 
. It's also great that they've been learning ASL from day one, it's not easy to do, but it shows they're invested in Timmy's life and future 
. i mean i know some ppl might think learning ASL is weird or not normal but honestly its so beautiful to see families embracing their differences and supporting each other 
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. and tbh i think its great that elle and her hubby are documenting every step of timmys journey, it will definitely help others who have deaf or hard of hearing kids 
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bone-anchored hearing aid can't wait 4 u Timmy 
my heart goes out to Elle & her fam - learning ASL from birth is insane! 
it's like they're already so in sync with their son, even before he can talk 
I feel bad for them having to go through the worry of potential delays, but it sounds like Timmy's got his whole family's back 
seriously though, this is proof that with the right love and care, kids can thrive and even learn to communicate their own way - we should all be so inspired by Elle & Timmy's journey! 
what a beautiful thing. I think it's so inspiring for parents of deaf children to see how supportive and loving they are towards their little ones. 
! It's remarkable to see how a toddler can learn ASL at just 13 months, defying expectations of potential learning delays 
. As a family who has been on this journey with Timmy from birth, it's wonderful to see the impact it's had on their lives, filled with challenges and rewards 
It just goes to show how capable these little ones are when it comes to learning and adapting. I remember when my cousin's kid was around that age and started using sign language too. My point is, we should all be celebrating these milestones and supporting families who are on this journey. The couple's positivity and love for their child is truly inspiring 
... just saying! 
I mean, it's nice they're documenting everything, but it feels like a lot of drama and scrutiny on this little kid... 
just wanna see him play with toys or something without all the attention 
, I love how they've broken down the story into clear sections (e.g. "The Moment", "The Family's Journey") - it's easy to follow and doesn't feel overwhelming 
. Otherwise, this vid is pure gold 
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They've been learning together since birth and it's honestly so beautiful. The online reaction is everything - we need more love like this for our deaf community! 