Dish Network satellite TV is known for its huge programming selection. From over 32 high definition selections, movie channels, family oriented packages, and news programming to Sirius Satellite radio stations, sports packages, gaming, and much more the options are vast. In the past several months Dish Network has also added new programming options that are equally exciting to certain niche audiences. One option that will be of interest to new parents is BabyFirst TV.



BabyFirst TV is actually the first channel in the United States that is directed specifically toward babies, ages 6 months to 3 years of age, and their parents. The interactive and educational programs provide parents opportunities to engage their young children in learning activities for math, language, sensory, and social skills. The 24/7 commercial free programming offered, actively engages younger children during the daytime and provides more soothing experiences at nighttime. Programming content categories include Thinking Journey, Language Playground, Imagination Lane, Feelings Garden, Numbers Parade, Sensory Wonderland, and Rainbow Dreams. Approximately 80% of the programming is original content and includes shows such as "Brainy Baby", "First Impressions", and "So Smart!" in addition to "Story Time" which features adaptations of many children's books from Sterling Publishers.

In addition to child focused shows, many offerings include programming useful for parents. These 15 minute segments provide information about parenting children in the early stages of development. Longer, on demand offerings are also available to provide advice and tips as well and include shows such as "Baby Basics", "Family Wellness", and "Baby Diaries". Although all programming is in English, BabyFirst TV plans to offer programming in other languages, such as Spanish, in the near future.

BabyFirst TV offers incomparable learning and entertainment value for very young children and their parents. In addition, the programming comes at an affordable price. At $9.99 per month, this full time programming costs no more than the purchase of a single DVD for a child each month. Dish Network Satellite TV now offers BabyFirst TV as an ala carte option to allow parents the greatest flexibility in getting the programming they prefer.