Sing the Same Song Again and Again
Hold your baby close during bedtime and sing a favorite song again and again. Singing the same song can help your baby feel calm and safe.
Sing Silly Songs
Sing silly songs about your day to help get your baby’s attention during diaper changing.
Your Voice is Comforting
Your baby loves to hear your voice even if you think you can’t sing! The sound of your voice is comforting to your baby. Encourage baby to participate. Making sounds, moving bodies and clapping hands ways that your baby can participate in the song.
Sing During Everyday Activities
Sing during everyday activities like driving in the car, or during bath time. It can be repetitive and simple, like “Wash your toes, wash your nose!”
Sing Songs With Counting and Rhymes
Singing songs that have basic counting or rhyming patterns also helps children learn basic math skills. “One, two, buckle my shoe. Three, four, open the door.”
Give Positive Attention
Your toddler loves to get positive attention from you. Singing is a great way for you and your toddler to share an activity together.