Pearson cited studies that indicated music therapy can increase weight gain and thus hospital release in premature infants. A study also looked at music therapy for critical care infants who had to undergo numerous procedures while being restrained. Some were offered music therapy rather than sedatives, and researchers found it to be just as effective, if not more effective, than drugs in relieving anxiety. Seeing is believing Regardless of research, many are satisfied with the therapy's effects. Pearson said she particularly likes working with pregnant moms and infants.
Parents sing it during the third trimester, when babies begin to hear, and thereafter.
She said she will sing it to him whenever he gets fussy, and he will immediately calm down. The family is musically inclined, and singing the song together has become sort of a family ritual. We found that it brought our family even closer. Certified Nurse Midwife Debbie Helser said she has seen music therapy work well for women in labor. It just helps them escape to another world.