Benefits Of Reading To Newborns

There are many benefits of reading to newborns and this is often overlooked by parents. Babies can hear while inside the womb and will learn the sound of parents voices. Parents should take this opportunity and use it to it's full benefit.

Benefits of reading to babies while in the womb

1. This is a great way for the whole family to bond with the baby. By the father and other family members reading to the baby while in the womb this can make them more of a part of the babies life, even before birth. This will also help the baby to become familiar with their voices.

2.By reading the same story over and over to the baby the baby will become familiar with it. This can be used to calm the baby after birth during times when the baby becomes cranky.

3. Reading to the baby in the womb could increase early development of intelligence.

4. Babies start to learn language while still in the womb.

Benefits to reading to babies after birth

1. A newborn baby pays attention to voice more than any other sound. Reading to them will grab their attention and get them used to learning.

2. The faster you start reading to your baby the quicker your baby will start to associate words with objects.

3. The sooner you begin reading to your baby the faster you will notice your baby uttering words.

4. You will notice your baby becomes excited when it's time to be read to and will enjoy reading thoughout his life.

5. Reading to you baby builds listening, memorization, and vocabulary skills.

As you can see their are many benefits of reading to newborns. There is no better time to start than right now. Books make a great teeny tiny preemie gift. I am adding more preemie baby and newborn tips to this site all the time. Feel free to look around.