ObGyn/Pregnancy issues/what can a baby hear

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Expert: Cheri Purpur - 1/4/2005


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is it safe to put earphones on a mothers stomach so the baby can hear clasical music baby music if so is there a volume level which should be used?

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Hello Suz- yes it is safe and a lovely idea. Place the headphones on YOUR ears and turn the volume up to just a touch too loud for you- then place them on your belly- the volume will be fine for baby as it has to travel through a lot of tissue and the amniotic fluid. All the best- Cheri.

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Cheri Purpur

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I can answer questions about pregnancy, birth, newborns, prenatal care and classes,ultrasound, circumcision,immunizations,c/section prevention, VBACs, homebirth, doulas, episiotomies,inductions-natural and chemical, interventions, waterbirths and back labor.

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I am an R.N., have worked in labor and delivery and have had a private midwifery practice. I have taught prenatal classes for over 10 years and now teach Doula courses.

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R.N., retired midwife.

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