Songs For Babies

If you are a parent you are probably more than aware of the importance of keeping your little ones entertained. Music for example is a great way to keep your baby engaged and entertained, what many parents do not know is that listening to music helps your baby grow in a number of ways. An environment that has sensory-engaging music can greatly contribute to both your child’s cognitive and sensory development.

Many parents find that their child/children enjoy popular songs for example- Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Mary Had A Little Lamb, Ring Around The Rosey and Humpty Dumpty among many others. While some songs hold no meaning other nursery rhymes/children’s songs do in fact have interesting stories behind them.

Ring Around The Rosey

Ring Around The Rosey may seem like a sweet song however, it is one of the saddest songs of all time. The song was originated in 1871, first popular in Great Britain and eventually expanding to other countries in various languages. It is said that this all time favorite is referring to the Plague. Ring around the rosie is referring to the rosie colored rash that would appear, pocket full of posies refers to the particular herbs that were carried by townspeople as a form of protection in addition to warding off the smell of the disease. Followed by ashes, ashes we all fall down- meaning the cremation of all that had succumbed to this horrific illness. Although, this song gives me the chills it is a favorite and voted number 6 of the top 25 children’s songs luckily little ones have no knowledge of the true meaning and genuinely enjoy this classic song.

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star holds more of a wholesome purpose rather than meaning,this sweet little poem was meant to teach babies as well as young children how words can paint a picture in their minds in addition to drawing out creativity and building imagination.

While the other songs listed are merely to entertain babies and expand their minds, they are also great choices which are listed on the top 10 songs for babies. Whether you are looking for baby songs that entertain, expand minds or inspire early creativity and imagination it is important to pick a song that both you and your baby enjoy. Listening to music with your baby can be a wonderful bonding experience amazingly babies can also hear music while in the womb which is great news for the mother’s to be!

In conclusion music is fundamental if your baby doesn’t seem interested in the nursery rhymes and or music that you are introducing try, try again! You will find something that your baby and you both enjoy. Be patient, keep at it widen your baby’s horizons and start them off on a good path who knows they may be the next Beethoven.