Wednesday, 11 November 2009

• The Power of Music on Babies

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  The easiest thing I've ever done to encourage my little one's well being is play the right music.  There have been countless studies done on increased brain activity/development in young children who listen to music, particularly Classical. The findings tout high levels of spatial understanding,focused learning and reasoning abilities in little ones regularly exposed to pieces by brilliant composers like Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, etc.

  But more than I care about the intellectual effects, I love seeing the influence positive music has on my children's moods and attitudes about life. The emotional benefits will make any mother's heart sing:

  • Creative Expression - As children learn to sing songs they hear, they begin to make up their own lyrics which become a great outlet for self-expression. Listen to what your children are singing - it's a fun peek into what they're thinking and feeling.
  • The Smile Factor - Have you ever encountered a song that immediately brings a smile to your face when you hear it? I've got a whole play list designed to instantly cheer crabby dispositions and I'm always amazed at the magical effect these happy tunes have on the atmosphere in my home.
  • The Calming Factor - The right music can also soothe and relax the rowdiness out of wound-up kiddos. This can be particularly helpful in setting the mood for bedtime or easing tension between squabbling siblings.
  • Teaching Tool - Music is a great way to deliver education in a fun and intuitive manner. Want your kiddos to learn the State Capitols or basic French? Sing it! You'll love how quickly they pick up new concepts when they're paired with a catchy tune.
  • Appreciation For Diversity - Playing a wide variety of musical genres will foster an open mind in young children, as they learn to appreciate many different kinds of beauty.

  All these benefits will come naturally as you fill your little one's days with positive music. Getting started couldn't be more simple:

  1 - Borrow a variety of CD's from your local library and discover new family favorites!

  2 - If you have music files on your computer, compose several play-lists based on the mood you want to set for different times of the day: Playtime, Bedtime, Homework time, Arts & Crafts time, Morning, Evening, etc.

  3 - Rely on music you've always loved - the more enthusiastic you are, the more involved your children will be with music interaction. Rediscover songs from your own childhood to pass on a sense of history and endearment through the music you play.

  And don't forget to dance!

  I'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas! Please leave a comment!

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