Music and Pregnancy

with John Wilks

There’s a lot of buzz around the idea that listening to music, especially classical music during pregnancy can enhance a baby’s brain development. But how much of this is true, and what do we actually know about how music affects a baby in the womb?

In this class, John Wilks explores the fascinating relationship between sound, music, and fetal development. He’ll delve into how babies perceive sounds in utero, from muffled external sounds like speech, singing or musical instruments, to internal rhythms such as the mother's heartbeat and digestion. Whether it’s mum singing lullabies, playing classical pieces or heavy metal, we’ll look at how different types of music interact with the baby’s sensory world and emotional environment particularly the relationship between both mum’s and baby’s heartbeat and sounds coming from outside.

Join us for an insightful session that blends science, music, and prenatal awareness to better understand how what we hear might shape early development.