Deaf Dad, Hearing Mom Teach Daughter Sign Language: A Family's Inspiring Journey

As of November 2025, Courtney and her husband Zach are running the TikTok account "Our Signed World," where they share their life as a Deaf and hearing family. Courtney, a hearing mom, has been responding to backlash online after posting a video of her teaching her 7-month-old daughter Landon sign language.

In the video, Courtney tells Landon that she is "turning off her voice" so they can practice signing, as Zach is Deaf and does not speak English or read lips well. Courtney then proceeds to teach Landon various colors in sign language before heading out for a walk and to pick up her older daughter from school, all while refraining from using her spoken voice.

Courtney has faced criticism from some commenters who believe it is too early for her young daughter to be learning sign language. However, Courtney has defended her approach, pointing out that just as parents talk to their babies before they can speak, it is important for her children to learn their father's language of sign. She emphasizes that as Zach's wife and the mother of their children, it is crucial for her family to be able to communicate effectively with him.

Courtney and Zach's family regularly shares videos about their domestic life on social media, where they have amassed a combined following of over 2 million people across various platforms.