The influence of familiar melodies and the advantages of Sterntaler music boxes
When you're pregnant, you often think about how to give your baby the best possible start in life. Music, especially the gentle sounds of a musical box, can play a crucial role in soothing your baby and giving them a sense of security. This article gives you an overview of why musical boxes are so effective and why Sterntaler musical boxes are a particularly good choice for your baby.
Table of contents
- When can your baby hear in the womb?
- How music boxes can soothe your baby after birth
- Sterntaler music boxes: safety and comfort for your baby
- New since 2024: Ergonomic star shape for more independence
- Summary: The most important points at a glance
- Give your baby the gift of peace and security
When can your baby hear in the womb?
As early as the 16th week of pregnancy, your baby begins to perceive the first sounds. Hearing development is complete by the 20th week. From this point on, your baby can not only hear your heartbeat and your voice, but also perceive external music. Studies show that newborns respond to and recognize melodies they heard in the womb.
An article from the Journal of Perinatology confirms that by the 20th week, fetuses' hearing is fully developed and they can respond to external sounds. This includes music and speech, which can later have a calming effect because the baby already perceives these sounds as familiar (Lecanuet et al., 1996).¹
Sterntaler music boxes: safety and comfort for your baby
When choosing a music box, it's important to consider quality and safety. Sterntaler music boxes are known for their durability and battery-free mechanical mechanism. These music boxes are not only sustainable but also particularly safe.
One point some parents criticize about mechanical music boxes is their limited playing time. It's true that the melody only plays as long as the string is wound. This means you'll have to rewind the music box more often. However, this limited length of the winding string isn't a disadvantage, but rather a deliberate safety precaution. The string is designed to not exceed a certain length to minimize the risk of strangulation. This way, you can be sure that your baby can play with the music box without worry.
New since 2024: Ergonomic star shape for more independence
Sterntaler always keeps the needs of parents and babies in mind. Since 2024, all new Sterntaler musical boxes have been equipped with an ergonomic star-shaped winder. What's special about it: Thanks to the recess in the star, young children can wind the musical box themselves from an early age. This promotes your baby's motor development and gives them the opportunity to actively participate in soothing – a further step towards independence.
Summary: The most important points at a glance
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From the 20th week of pregnancy, your baby can hear and recognize familiar melodies after birth.
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Sterntaler music boxes are durable, safe and help your baby
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The limited playing time is a deliberate safety measure to minimize the risk of strangulation.
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Since 2024, the music boxes have been equipped with an ergonomic star winder that even small children can easily operate.
Give your baby the gift of peace and security
Imagine your baby peacefully falling asleep, accompanied by a melody they heard in the womb. With Sterntaler musical toys, you'll give your baby not only soothing sounds, but also a sense of security and comfort. Discover the new musical toys with an ergonomic star wind-up mechanism and give your baby the opportunity to find peace and quiet on their own.
Find the perfect music box now and give your baby the gift of well-being
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Sources:
¹ Lecanuet, JP, Granier-Deferre, C., Jacquet, AY, & DeCasper, AJ (1996). Fetal discrimination of low-pitched musical notes. Journal of Perinatology, 16(5), 373-380.
