Among the methods for putting children to sleep, playing music is very effective. It will soothe not only the baby but also the mother. It can be frustrating when you can’t get your child to sleep, but why not turn it into a time of relaxation for both parents and children by listening to music? In this article, we will introduce some experiences of putting children to sleep and five music CDs that are recommended for putting children to sleep.
Music to help your baby sleep!
I think most moms have a hard time getting their babies to sleep. And because of that, there are probably a lot of tips that experienced moms can teach you.
In this article, I would like to focus on one of those tips: music. I will introduce some recommended CDs that are perfect for putting your baby to sleep with music. Please use it as a reference.
There are various ways to put your child to sleep
You hold your baby in your arms, rock him or her, think he or she has fallen asleep, then put him or her down on the bed, only to have them wake up… This is a common sight for newborn babies. As the baby gets a few months older, they will want to play even after drinking milk, and even when you lie down with them on the futon and tap their chest, the baby’s eyes will be wide open.
Even experienced mothers have had a lot of trouble putting their baby to sleep. As a result, there are many different ways to put a baby to sleep. Below are some of the main methods.
- hug
- tits
- Read a picture book
- Baby Massage
- Wrap the baby in a blanket or similar.
- pacifier
There are other unique methods such as squats while holding your child, balance ball while holding your child, or playing the sound of a hair dryer. What method works best for your child to fall asleep? It’s a good idea to try out various methods.
Experiences of putting children to sleep by experienced mothers
How do experienced moms actually get their kids to sleep? Let’s take a look.
Arm pillow
he gets angry if I
put him down, and even if I don’t get angry,
he gets angry like he’s talking in his sleep…ðŸ˜
But he falls asleep easily if I use his arm as a pillow,
he’s a really filial childðŸ˜ðŸ’•
Even though he was sleeping when I held him, he woke up when I put him down on the futon… This happens a lot with babies. This child seems to fall asleep easily when I use my arm as a pillow.
Actually, my own child was also the type who would sleep with my arm as a pillow, but would wake up if I took my arm off, so there was a time when I used my arm as a pillow all night. I remember that feeling fondly!
Calling and tapping
This experienced mommy puts her baby to sleep by softly talking to her baby, patting her baby on the back, and letting her baby know that she’s nearby.
Spoiled babies might not fall asleep if they sense that their mother might be gone, so it’s important to talk to them while patting their baby on the back and breathe audibly.
music
There are a lot of sleep music apps available these days. Sometimes trying a different method than usual can help your child fall asleep, so if you haven’t tried it yet, why not give it a go?
Tips for using music to put your child to sleep
Here are some tips for using music to help your child fall asleep.
- Keep the volume low
- Darken the room
Babies love the sound of their mother’s heart, which they heard while they were still in the womb. Hold your baby close to your left side, where your heart is, and let him hear the sound of your heart. For
this reason, keep the volume of the music low. It might be a good idea to leave the music on for a while after your baby falls asleep, until the song ends.
5 recommended music to put your baby to sleep!
So, I’d like to introduce 5 CDs that were highly rated by moms who were thinking about using them to put their children to sleep! What kind of songs do your children like? It’s good to play a variety of songs for them.
â‘ Good Night CD
This CD was produced with the cooperation of nursery teachers and pediatricians. The first song starts with the sound of a train, drawing children into the world of music and soothing them with gentle tones such as the harp. The
world view makes it feel like you’re in a story, and it has been well received by mothers as it makes the time before bed very fun and relaxing. This CD is for good children, as it will help children who have trouble falling asleep to spend less time fussy.
- Price: 1,830 yen
- Number of songs: 7
â‘¡Mama and Baby Music Box
The sound of the music box is very calming. It is a two-disc set with Disney songs and famous classical songs, so it is recommended for moms who like Disney. You
can listen to it online, so it is safe. It is a bargain with 30 songs at this price. There are many reviews saying that it is also good for prenatal education, so it is also recommended for pregnant women.
- Price: 2,469 yen
- Number of songs: 30
â‘¢Sleeping Baby
This music box CD was supervised by a psychosomatic physician and a pediatrician. Famous classical music is turned into a music box and gently rocks your baby’s eardrums.
The lineup is diverse, including lullabies from Japan and abroad, Disney classics, and Ghibli anime songs. You can download the data for each song, so if there’s a song that catches your eye, give it a try.
- Price: 1,500 yen (excluding tax)
- Number of songs: 14
â‘£Look, the crying has stopped!
Apparently, the outside sounds that babies hear when they’re in their mother’s womb have a unique “poing” feel to them. This is a CD that has been created by analyzing this sound in a unique way and incorporating it into music.
For babies, this has the effect of calming their excitement, making them feel like they’re still in the womb. It’s sure to have a great relaxing effect on mothers too.
- Price: 2,415 yen (tax included)
- Number of songs: 10
5. “Nemuri” music therapy CD for babies to sleep
This CD contains 7 songs that are best suited for each effect: calming a baby’s excitement, making them feel tired by playing high-frequency music, and reassuring them by repeating certain patterns of sound. The
production company, Shinonsha, has been researching the effects of music on the mind, and this is the result of their research. Adults and infants sleep differently, and this CD is made specifically for infants.
- Price: 2,484 yen
- Number of songs: 7
Music helps you put your child to sleep
Music relaxes both the body and mind. Is it Mozart or Disney that helps your child fall asleep? It’s fun to find your baby’s favorite song. Sometimes it’s so
relaxing that you end up falling asleep before your baby. Why not try incorporating music into your daily sleep ritual? Please take a look.
