Baby sleep music: benefits + listen now

Is music good for a baby?

Time and again, neuroscience has proven that listening to music has long-term benefits for babies. Baby music would cause the auditory and prefrontal cortex to change (these are the parts of the brain involved in processing sound stimuli and cognitive functions, such as memory, decision making and goal setting).

Furthermore, listening to music at a young age might even cause children to learn new traits, such as being helpful or cooperating with others. So music helps children develop.

What music is good for babies?

Lullabies and other soothing melodies have been used for a tremendous amount of time to lull children to sleep. And for a reason: music is a great way to soothe a baby and strengthens the bond between parent and child.

Soothing piano music can also help babies concentrate on a story or during playtime. Some parents also like to put on soothing music during dinner, so the baby can focus entirely on the meal.

Classical music for babies and children can even be used as a band-aid after a painful fall to prevent tears or as a way to bring out a smile when the child is stressed. This can actually be explained quite logically: listening to music causes the release of certain endorphins that make babies feel good.

Can music help babies fall asleep?

Most parents know that getting a baby to sleep can be a challenge. And while some babies are naturally good sleepers, this is by no means true for all babies. Some babies may need their favorite cuddle and for others, a lullaby is essential to fall asleep.

The soothing baby music from the Meditation Moments app can help little ones fall asleep. In the app, you'll find a list of eleven lullabies to put on when it's time for bed:

• Calm Nights
• Midnight Moon
• Lullaby Leaves
• Sweet Dreams
• Dancing Angels
• Silent Slumber
• Magical Garden
• Dancing Swans
• Starry Skies
• Angelic Whisper
• Dreamy Guitars

What about white noise and babies?

You may have heard of the use of white noise to help babies fall asleep. In fact, it can be nice for babies to have a buzzing sound in the background while falling asleep. Read more about how to use white noise for babies to help babies fall asleep more easily here

3 easy ways to introduce children to music

Meditating together. It almost seems like children have invented being in the "here and now. They play outside without fear of getting dirty and feel free to express their emotions - be it anger, joy or sadness. The children's meditations from the Meditation Moments app help children develop by teaching them about themes such as gratitude, inner strength and positive thoughts. All meditations tell an instructive story and have soothing children's meditation music in the background.

Create an evening routine. Listening to music together before bed not only has a calming effect, it also helps children fall asleep faster. Listen to a few lullabies before bed or play relaxing piano music while brushing your teeth.

Dancing. Dancing to music can help children develop their motor skills and express themselves better. Tip: Organize a dance performance in the living room with the music tracks from the Meditation Moments app. In the Energetic category you will find tracks that are perfect for shaking up your body together.