Music & Milestones – Why Babies Love Music

Music has a magical way of connecting us all—and that includes babies. From the very beginning, little ones are wired to respond to rhythm, sound, and melody in ways that are both surprising and incredibly sweet.

Whether you’re singing lullabies at bedtime or dancing around the living room, here are five amazing facts about how babies experience music.

1. Babies are born with rhythm
Even in the womb, babies can hear music and respond to it. Research has shown that newborns can detect the beat in music, moving or kicking along to rhythmic sounds. So when your little one seems to wiggle in time with a song, they might actually be feeling the groove!

2. Music helps with language development
Listening to music—especially songs with repetition and rhyme—can support the early building blocks of language. Babies learn through patterns, and music is full of them, from the beat of a drum to the repetition in nursery rhymes. It all helps develop those essential listening and communication skills.

3. Singing is soothing
Your voice is one of your baby’s favourite sounds, and when you sing, it creates a calming and bonding experience. Singing can lower a baby’s heart rate, reduce fussiness, and even help with sleep. You don’t need to be a great singer—your baby thinks you’re brilliant.

4. Babies love repetition
If you feel like you’ve sung The Wheels on the Bus a hundred times—keep going. Babies thrive on repetition because it helps them make connections and feel secure. Familiar songs can become powerful emotional anchors, especially during big transitions like naptime or car journeys.

5. Moving to music boosts development
Dancing and bouncing to music aren’t just fun—they help develop your baby’s motor skills and balance. As your little one grows, adding simple movements to songs (like clapping or swaying) can support coordination and body awareness.

Music, Memories and Milestones
Whether it’s a quiet lullaby or a full-blown kitchen disco, music is a joyful way to connect with your baby and support their development. It turns everyday moments into memory-makers and brings a little more magic to the journey.