In our last blog post, we touched on some of the benefits that children’s songs and classical music have upon child development and
intelligence, as well as the well-known implications of the “Mozart Effect.” Research
findings about these myriad benefits and advantages created are part of the
basis for the development of our stellar selection of baby music DVDs and other
quality products for infants and toddlers.
A report published in Nature Reviews Neuroscience in 2010 provided analysis of all of the
research that was performed by a group at Northwest University over the last
two decades regarding the effect of everything from baby music to the classics.
The report shows that music definitely has beneficial effects on the brain,
improving literacy and reading comprehension, memory and focus, as well as
language, vocabulary and speech skills. This information motivates many parents
to employ baby music CDs and other
musical baby toys during playtime as part of their child development
activities.
It’s been found that listening and interacting
with music, whether children’s songs or classical music, creates new neural
connections or “pathways” in the brain. While simply listening increases the
brain’s ability to adapt and change, further interaction allows for more
connections to be made. When children dance and move around to music their socialization
skills are ignited and they develop an outlet for self-expression that is
comfortable and inspiring. An easy and fun way to encourage this is to pop one
of Baby Genius’ baby music DVDs in your DVD player and watch your child react
to the musical stimulation and accompanying visuals. For example, our Underwater Adventures DVD features colorful images
and undersea life swimming accompanied by enchanting classical music. This type
of product allows infants and children to enjoy positive stimulation through a
rich sensory experience, while also helping them to associate certain visuals
with their appropriate words and meanings.
Research performed at Brigham Young University
found that music can even positively impact the physical development of
premature infants. The sounds from baby music CDs can inspire movement and even
the development of rhythm.
Aside from the educational and developmental
benefits of baby music, there are also known effects on well-being that date
back centuries—from lullabies to the classics, music has a calming and soothing
effect on babies and toddlers, reducing stress and allowing them to relax and
fall asleep. This effect extends all the way to adults—music can be used to
unwind and meditate.
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