How To Connect With Your Baby In The Womb
The moment a woman conceives marks the beginning of a new life. The foetus developing inside your womb is as much a part of your family as any other family member.
Like any other child, an unborn baby in the womb also has emotional needs including the need to be loved and cared for, the need to be acknowledged and accepted. Prenatal bonding allows parents and family members to bond with the baby while he/she is still in the womb.
This article focuses on ways in which you can connect and bond with your child in the womb and express your love for the baby. The fact that the baby has developed senses including smell, touch, taste and mouthing facilitates prenatal bonding. Your attempts at connecting with your baby in the womb stimulates the growth of these senses and at the same time, nurtures an attachment with your baby that helps in creating a trusting relationship later on.
Ways To Connect With Your Baby in The Womb
Talking to Your Baby
Talk to your child regularly so that he/she can hear your voice and recognize it. Encourage your spouse and other family members to talk to the child in the womb. You can also sing songs to your child or read books to him/her so that he/she can hear your voice. Tell your child that you love him/her to reinforce your special bonding.
Touch your Baby
Rub your belly while you talk to the baby. Let the baby in the womb feel the warmth of your touch. Push your belly gently. In case your baby is awake and is able to feel your touch, he/she will push back. During the later stages of pregnancy, you might be able to see the impression of the heel of the baby on your belly. Place your hands on your belly and feel your baby kicking inside the womb.
Mediate and De-Stress Yourself
When you feel stress and anger during pregnancy, certain hormones are produced which travel through the placenta and reach your baby in the womb. Meditating and relaxing in a quiet place will help you in getting rid of the stress and experiencing the sensations of your baby while he/she kicks and wiggles. Keeping a cool mind and positive attitude will help you to get in tune with your baby. When you feel that the baby is being very active, sit down and relax. You will be able to experience and enjoy the little movements of your baby which you might slip otherwise.
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Play Music
Music allows the development of language skills of the baby while he/she is still in the womb. Moreover, music has a calming and healing effect which provides stimulation to child’s development. Studies have shown that babies who are exposed to heart-whelming music while they are in the womb grow up into calm and balanced individuals.
Visualize
Imagine how your baby would look like after birth. Think about the temperament and the nature of your baby and how you would like to bond with your child. Get a 3D or 4D ultrasound to have a more realistic image of your child. Seeing your baby move around in the womb and visualizing about your child’s looks and actions will make your experience of pregnancy more concrete and memorable.
