15 Functions of Music in Labor
I've heard of most couples making their own playlist to use during the birth of their child. Maybe its just their current favorite songs or songs that all have the word "baby" in them. But why is childbirth elevated when listening to music? Founder of Sound Birthing Music, Mary DiCamillo, lists 15 functions of music in labor:
1. Supports breathing
2. Induces a calm relaxing state
3. Facilitates movement/position change
4. Enhances comfort
5. Evokes imagery
6. Builds energy
7. Creates or changes a mood
8. Helps to express feelings: hope, sadness, frustration, joy, fear
9. Fills the space with pleasant sounds, making it feel safe
10. Helps you to pass the time
11. Reminds you of pleasant memories
12. Connect with baby
13. Connect with birth partner
14. Helps you to let go
15. Makes birth a beautiful and enjoyable experience
The great thing is that music doesn't just impact the couple and baby, but can change the feeling in the room and effect the entire birthing team. After my daughter was born, the nurse commented on the appropriateness of the music we had playing for bonding immediately post partum. Hearing "Isn't She Lovely" put into words the feelings everything my husband and I felt after meeting our little girl.
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