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Sound Machine
Monday, August 8th, 2011
Choosing a Sound Machine For Your Baby
One of the newest ways for parents to get their babies to sleep depends on some of the oldest wisdom: babies sleep better when there is background noise or background noise. To provide this background noise, many companies have started making Sleep Sound machines, directed specifically at helping babies sleep more easily and more soundly. There are, in fact, so many of these machines on the market that you might have trouble choosing which one to buy for your nursery.
First off, check out what types of noises different sound machines will make. Most of them will create soothing, womb-like noises, and some of them even mimic rhythmic heartbeats. Some infants react well to the sound of a washing machine or vacuum cleaner. Others are soothed by the sound of an air conditioner or fan. While these sounds are great, they may not work so well once babies are older. If you want the machine to last in your nursery longer, consider buying one with more functions – perhaps woodland sounds or oceanic noises. Besides this, there are machines that have music attachments so that you can plug your portable music player or mp3 player into the machine for dance parties in baby’s room when she’s a little bit older.
Secondly, look at different styles of machines, and figure out which ones will suit your nursery best. If you already have a nightlight, find a machine that doesn’t have any lights on it so that it won’t add too much extra light to your baby’s room. If you don’t have a lot of room in the nursery, find a small machine that will tuck back into a shelf, and if you don’t have a lot of extra outlets, find a battery-operated machine. Battery operated sound machines are also good for travel, while staying at a hotel or a relative’s house.
Finally, look at machines by price. Even once you narrow down the available machines, you’ll probably be able to find a few that suit your preferences. The easiest way to choose at this point is, obviously, to choose by price. However, find reviews on the machines, and don’t sacrifice quality for a cheap price. Chances are likely that you – and your baby – will fall in love with this machine, and you’ll be glad you spent an extra twenty bucks on one that will last a few years. There are people who have been using their sound machine for many years.
Once you’ve chosen your sleep sound machine, put it in your baby’s room, and watch the magic work. It is important to find the right location for your sound machine. Some babies react better to louder sound and some react better to quieter sound. You might need to move the machine around baby’s room to find the location that works best for your child. Your baby will be able to fall asleep more quickly and to stay asleep longer, and you, therefore, will get more sleep and have the energy to be a great parent. It’s pretty much a wonderful solution all around.
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For more information about Sound Machines, check out http://www.sleepwellbaby.com where you can purchase White Noise machines and other sleep aids for babies, children and adults.
The Sound Machine (2008) Short Film
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Breezee Soothing Shell Sound Machine – Pearl White + AC Adapter BZ7148 $18.59 With the soothing shell, you can enter nature without leaving your room. and ease your stress, or listen to Heartbeats or a Thunderstorm. The control buttons on the Soothing Shell are easy set and the volume can be adjusted to a level that is comfortable for you. Anyone from adults to children, or little babies are sure to find the Breezee soothing sound machine quite relaxing. When you aren’t usi… |
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Big Mouth Toys The Telephone Teaser Sound Machine $6.57 This Sound Machine contains 25 sound bytes that will get you out of any annoying telemarketing call. Simply push one of the buttons, hold the Sound Machine to your phone, and your telemarketer will hear anything from a dial tone or busy signal to a confused, old lady or the voice of an operator saying, “I’m sorry, you are an annoying, pestering telemarketer. Please hang up and quit your job.” This… |
