Even before the baby is born, there is a deep bond between mother and child. It’s almost as if the baby and mother have developed a secret language that only the two of them comprehend. And, of course, nine months is a long time to try to build a relationship with the tiny life developing inside.
Even if a mother looks forward to the day when she can finally hear her baby chatter, while still in the ᴡᴏᴍʙ, the baby makes sure to let her know what he or she enjoys the most. Listed below are a few examples:
Sweet food
You’ve been craving something sweet for the whole day. But this isn’t the first time it’s happened to you throughout your pregnancy. And you might feel your baby move precisely as you bite into that soft, spongy cake or guzzle down that scoop of special-flavor ice cream.
This is because infants can taste the stuff you consume when you’re still in the ᴡᴏᴍʙ. The amniotic fluid gives them their flavor. If you want your child to be a healthy eater, you should try a wide variety of healthy foods during your pregnancy.
Warm bath
Pregnancy may be exhausting, especially in the third trimester. This is the time when you’ll want to take advantage of every chance to unwind. Taking lengthy showers is one of the safest ways to unwind.
When babies are big enough to be pressed against the mother’s belly skin, they can sense temperature changes. While a hot water bath may cause your baby discomfort, keeping the water warm and comfortable while showering may help you relax more.
Belly rubs
You have observed that when you gently stroked your tummy, your baby replied with a kick. The touch receptors of your child begin developing around week 8, and at around 20 weeks, babies are big enough to feel your touch from the outside too.
During this period, they can enjoy tender belly rubs. They like this connection, which is why you might find your kid in a lively mood while you and your spouse play the touch-and-feel game together.
Mother’s voice
By Week 18, the baby’s ears should start to protrude. This is when babies start to respond to the noises they hear outside the ᴡᴏᴍʙ. And as the mother’s voice is the one they hear clearlyer than any other, they learn to recognize it. It also brings them comfort and reassurance and signals that everything is alright.
Pleasant Music
Prenatal music has several benefits. In the mother’s case, it produces the serotonin hormone and promotes the release of endorphins, which are transferred to the baby, as well. In the case of babies, music stimulates their senses and promotes brain development.
Soft music soothes them, but harsh and abrupt sounds disturb them. So play music at an appropriate volume, because the baby can still hear it inside you. Consider going to classical music concerts to expose your baby to a variety of sounds.
Rest time
Your periods of rest are their periods of fun. They start practicing acrobatics and experiencing new motions. The strength of the kicks and their frequency will change closer to the end of the pregnancy.
Mother’s laughter
Ultrasounds have shown that fetuses begin bouncing up and down when their moms laugh. A trampoline reaction is set in motion, mom laughs even harder, and the baby keeps bouncing too. It happens because of muscle contractions.
The happiness hormones that are released when you feel great and enjoy yourself directly benefit babies too. So make sure to create as many positive moments as possible.
Babies never cease to amaze us with their changes. Pregnancy is a time to experience positive emotions and make the most of them. The better you feel, the healthier and happier your child will be.