Babies are special. They are one of the most wonderful gifts bestowed on us by God. Babies thrive on the unconditional love their parents give them and this love comes in many forms such as: hugs, kisses, baby talk, feeding, changing, lullabies and baby songs.
Baby songs and lullabies have existed for centuries. Baby songs or lullabies are used to calm or to get baby to sleep by their parents. Lullaby songs introduce the baby to music after he/she exits the mother’s womb. It’s been proven that babies recognize and respond to music while they are still in the womb. For many years it was thought that music could aid in the proper growth and development of the fetus. It has now been verified by science as well.
Many people wonder why lullaby songs or any kind of music is essential for the baby. The reason is quite simple. Music is nothing but rhythm which corresponds to our own heart beat and breathing. When we hear music, our bodies actually react to the rhythm of the song. This is why, many a times you may have noticed that a sad song, even without lyrics, can depress you while a happy number can put a smile on your face amidst tears and sorrow. Baby songs not only help relax the baby but also enhance the bond between parent and child. These lullabies also help in stimulating your child’s brain. As mentioned before music can be likened to a rhythm or a collection of logic sequences. Hence it will also aid in the developement of the problem solving skills of the child.
