40 Weeks Pregnancy Podcast Week 26 Baby Blue Eyes
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Jul 25, 2024 Discover the fascinating milestones of fetal growth at 26 weeks, where your baby is about the size of a zucchini. Learn how your voice and music can nurture your baby's development and the significance of addressing blood type incompatibility. Delve into the concept of Braxton Hicks contractions and how they connect you to your little one. Plus, get a helpful tip for choosing a reliable baby monitor to stay connected with your baby during this exciting journey.
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Rapid Brain And Hearing Development
- Vanessa Merton explains the baby's brain is rapidly maturing and brainwave activity begins by 26 weeks.
- The fetus can hear and respond with changes in pulse or activity.
Music Can Reduce Maternal Stress
- Studies show listening to music during pregnancy reduced maternal stress and anxiety.
- Shared music may boost well-being and lower postpartum depression symptoms.
Babies Prefer Their Mother's Voice
- Decades of research find fetuses react to and prefer their mother's voice over others.
- Vanessa Merton notes voice sounds different to the baby because it resonates through your body.