BabyPlus

Pregnancy is a very important time.  So much is going on and you can influence a lot through nutrition, exercise and prenatal learning.  

Prenatal learning is becoming more mainstream and can positively influence your baby's cognitive development during the time of very important fetal growth.  The BabyPlus Prenatal Education System is the perfect tool for your baby's prenatal journey which will influence him or her intellectually, developmentally, creatively and emotionally from the time they are born.

BabyPlus consists of a series of 16 simple sounds that resemble a mother's heartbeat. The rhythm of the sounds increases incrementally as the pregnancy progresses. The BabyPlus pattern introduces your little one to a sequential learning process built upon the natural rhythms relevant to their own environment.

This "auditory exercise" strengthens learning ability during the developmental period when the advantages will be most significant and enduring for a child.

He or she learns to discriminate between the sound coming from the mother and those from BabyPlus. In other words, learning has begun.

The BabyPlus Prenatal Education System is a very reliable product. Occasionally a problem can occur, and it is usually a battery issue.

There are several things you may want to try. First, be sure you have a fresh set of alkaline batteries.  Even new batteries at the store could be old.  We recommend Duracell brand battery.  We do not recommend rechargeable batteries.

The next thing you can do is check the battery contacts. Sometimes inserting a battery can accidentally bend a contact.  You can create a tighter fit by removing the batteries and pulling the contacts out a bit.  There are two sets of thin metal flaps with raised dots on each side of the battery casing for a total of four.  Take your pinky fingernail or a paperclip and gently pull out the flaps to create a tighter connection for the battery. 

Finally, you can remove the batteries and let the system discharge stored energy for 30-45 minutes.  Then, insert a new set of fresh alkaline batteries.

In most cases, the above suggestions help.  You may contact our Customer Service Department for further assistance.

Shannon Miller's son is 3 months old already!  Like all parents, she is realizing that the time goes by so quickly.  After the months of eager anticipation, all of sudden the months and weeks rush by!  We eagerly anticipate Shannon's comments about baby development after birth  - here they are:

"Rocco will be 3 months old in a few days and he is doing so well. I almost cried when I had to start boxing up some of the outfits that he's grown out of. He's getting so big! Everyone keeps telling us how mature and alert he is.
Of course, we think he's the greatest anyway.

So i'll gush about him just a bit, because that's what mom's do. He is holding his head up and pushing his chest up so well during tummy time and
loves to kick the rattles on his play mat. Of course, his favorite is story time with Daddy before he goes to bed. He loves to smile and "talk" to us and is still nursing well. When daddy gives him a bottle he doesn't have any trouble adjusting.

He is still doing well at night, knock on wood. He regularly sleeps from his 10pm feeding until 7am when I get him up for breakfast. (How exciting is that?!) He's so much more alert now, focusing on faces, following sounds and smiling at mom and dad. He loves watching the trees go by when we walk in the park and is still trying to figure out what exactly that monster is that keeps breathing near him. (Otherwise known as our 120lb dog, Indy)

Every day there is something new. And as difficult as it sometimes gets to balance work, sanity and a new baby, it's so worth it!"

Great sleeping habits, great feeding habits, very interactive and responsive - yep, definitely a BabyPlus baby! 

We are excited to be a part of Shannon's experience with her baby!

BabyPlus has a new fan!

Cassandra has an adorable blog at http://www.aubutfamily.blogspot.com/.  I must say she has the cutest little ones--and she is pregnant with baby #3! 

Her blog has a lot of great information about giveaways and contests as well as information on new and fun products.  She does a great job of posting pictures and there's always something new!

Welcome to the BabyPlus family, Cassandra! 

Jennifer at http://www.babymakinmachine.com/ is a mom-to-be from Texas who is due the end of June. 

Her blog site is so cute and has received many awards.  She also blogs at Conceive online.  In addition, she has weekly giveaways through her 40 weeks of pregnancy.  It's definitely worth checking out!

Welcome, Jennifer!  We look forward to hearing about your experiences with BabyPlus and prenatal learning!

Do you know The BabyPlus Company is on Facebook?

You can network with other parents who have used (or are thinking about using) prenatal learning for their babies, read pregnancy tips and ask questions.  We even run contests!  (Watch for postings regarding an upcoming contest next month!)


If you would like to follow us, click on the Facebook logo.   



If you want to learn more about BabyPlus, use of a prenatal curriculum during critical stages of fetal development, or the benefits of using prenatal education, click on the BabyPlus logo below. 

This is a recent blog written by our Japanese distribution partner Kayo Awad.  We were very fortunate to have her join us at the CES in Las Vegas.  She is a BabyPlus parent (two times) and she and her husband David are now our sole distributors in Japan.

In her own words:

"My initial encounter with BabyPlus was almost 6 years ago when I became pregnant with my older son.

My husband saw an ad in a pregnancy magazine and after some research online, secretly bought the product.  He presented it to me with a little embarrassment at first, but I understood the concept right away and started using it.

The result was...amazing! 

Our first baby was super easy-going, slept through the night almost immediately and nursed really well. 

More than anything, he was a really happy, friendly and fun baby and everyone including total strangers absolutely loved him!  However, we didn't necessarily attribute everything to BabyPlus as he was our first and we did a lot of prenatal education activities such as reading to him, singing to him, playing kick-games, etc, on our own besides BabyPlus during pregnancy. 

What made it firm for us that BabyPlus really works was when our second son was born.  17 months after the first birth, we had another boy.  This time we were convinced BabyPlus worked because we did absolutely NOTHING for Taikyo (prenatal education) except for BabyPlus and this baby was even easier - he just ate and slept all day for the first 2 months!!  When he was awake, he would just laugh or smile all the time.  People called him the Buddha baby  

We were so convinced BabyPlus did it that we flew over to the headquarters with our 3 week-old son and had a meeting with BabyPlus Company president about bringing the product to Japan, where I'm from.

It's been an amazing journey.  Most people are skeptical at first just like we were or tend to think it's hit or miss...but they become "believers" after birth and we keep seeing similar rave reviews all over the Internet now.

We are very grateful we found BabyPlus for our boys and we are able to help other people find it for their babies in Japan.

Thank you, BabyPlus!!"

Thank you to David and Kayo for their wonderful partnership!

How many of you really want to exercise during pregnancy?  Let's be honest, how many of us really want to exercise ever?  Exercise during pregnancy is probably more important than any other time in your life.  I am a person who actually does like to work out so I thought it might be good to share a few tips with you on how to accomplish this feat: 

1. Walking - This is one of the best cardiovascular exercises that a pregnant woman can do.  It is low impact and does not require any equipment or gym memberships.
2. Swimming - Now I am not the best swimmer out there so I cannot actually vouch for this one.  Doctors say that it is great for working out the entire body and is easy on your joints because you feel weightless in the water.
3. Wii - There is a nifty new game out there called the Wii Fit which gives you a variety of exercises to keep you in top shape.  They are not too difficult and even celeb moms such as Heidi Klum are using it.
4. Yoga - It will help keep you flexible while building muscles.

Coupling this with the use of BabyPlus is a great way to give your baby the head start he/she needs.  Scheduling BabyPlus into your day can give your baby a few advantages such as learning to feed quickly, better motor skills, sleeping through the night and more.  

I receive many of the same questions in Customer Service.  A common question is regarding the Usage Chart and how many days to use each lesson.

To determine how many days to use each of the 16 lesson is to take the number of weeks remaining in your pregnancy (based on a 40 week pregnancy) and multiply by 7 to get the total days remaining. Then divide that total by 16 (number of lessons). The result is the number of days that you should play each of the 16 segments.

For example, if you are 19 weeks along, you have approximately 21 weeks left in your pregnancy.  You would multiple 21 by 7 to get 147 days, which you would divide by 16 and get 9.  You would use each lesson 9 days and switch to the next lesson on day 10. 

If you are referring to the chart, it can sometimes be confusing. The chart is to be used just once to determine your schedule. For example, if you are in your 24th week of pregnancy when you start the BabyPlus, you will use each lesson twice a day for 7 days.  Just find the week you are pregnant in the first column and the second column will show you  how many days you will use each lesson twice a day.

Once you reach Lesson 16, you will listen to it until you deliver.  It may be a shorter or longer number of days than you have used the other lessons. 

If you need further explanation, you may always call or email our office.  We are always here to help!

We are back from CES - Las Vegas!

The Consumer Electronics Show has concluded in Las Vegas, and we were beyond thrilled with our experience.

This year was the first year for the "Mommy Tech" area.  The BabyPlus Prenatal Education System was a perfect fit for "Mommy Tech."  We had so many great visitors to our booth.   Several representatives from countries all over the world are as excited as we are! Savvy parents know that the prenatal period is critical - and did we ever hear about it!  The study of the prenatal environment is not new, and some of the recent great findings just confirm what is already known.

Shannon Miller spoke on behalf of BabyPlus.  She is seeing tangible benefits in her son - such as he was sleeping through the night at 6 weeks and he has been very alert.

Prenatal care is important during the pregnancy trimesters.  The stages of development of a fetus are fascinating and crucial at the same time.  BabyPlus will have a profound and important impact on your baby.

And, with the hundreds of people who visited our BabyPlus booth, we know that infant development is a priority!

My sister-in-law is due for her ultrasound this week.  I can't believe how quickly time has flown to get here!  It feels like yesterday she and my brother just announced the pregnancy!

They have a darling two-year-old little boy and would really like to have a girl.  She really wants to find out ahead of time.  I had a tough time deciding if I wanted to know.  I can see both sides of the argument for finding out a baby's sex before birth. 

With my first son, you didn't need ultrasound training to see he was a boy!  With my second, he was stubborn and wouldn't budge, so he was a complete surprise.  Either way, I was just happy when they arrived and were both healthy.

So, if I have another nephew or a niece, it really won't matter.  A new baby is a true miracle--boy or girl!

Your child will have an amazing life....

This is just one of the many, many great emails we receive from BabyPlus parents all over the world.  Imagine what our world could be like in 20 years if all teachers were saying things like this about their students!

"Hi, my child is now four, and I consistently hear from her preschool teachers, who are very experienced - her PK3 teacher last year has taught for 35 years and has a masters degree - that she is unique even among the other very bright children that they work with.  They can't say enough good things about her.  This is a quote from her teacher at her summer school, where she has gone every summer since age 2:  " I hope I get to know her in 20 years. She really stands out among all the children that I have worked with. She will have an amazing life and contribute to many people along the way. Enjoy the ride."
 
It is hard to quantify what makes her so different from the other children.  It is not just pure academics but an overall higher level of engagement with the world and everyone around her. We have seen this since birth.

I would say she has outrageous enthusiasm for life, and she came into the world a complete little person.  It's like there is more of her than you would expect, and it's easy to forget that she is in such a tiny body."

YOU can directly impact the future of your child.  Baby development after birth is directly impacted by your prenatal care.  Include BabyPlus as your prenatal care curriculum and experience the tangible benefits - just like parents all over the world!

It's been an interesting winter so far.  Honestly, I'm ready for spring!  There are many precautions to take this time of year but more so if you are pregnant.

To name just a few...

    1.  Make sure you walk carefully on slippery surfaces because your center of gravity is
         off- balance as you grow.
    2.  Stay hydrated!  Dry, warm air can definitely contribute to dry skin and your overall
         hydration.
    3.  Wash your hands more because it is the season for colds and flu.
    4.  Make sure you keep an eye on the weather if you're close to delivery. 
   
There are many more online hints and tips for keeping safe during the winter during your pregnancy. 

Resolution # 1 - Learn more about prenatal education.

So, now that I am pregnant, I want to make sure I do everything possible for my baby.

I keep hearing about prenatal care - I know about taking vitamins and eating right, and now I want to know more about learning in the womb.

First, I am going to visit www.babyplus.com.  I know that by visiting this site I will find out about the BabyPlus Prenatal Education System, the only system scientifically proven effective for prenatal education.

Wow - look at this - since 1989, parents in more than 60 countries worldwide have given their children the BabyPlus advantage!

There are some amazing benefits to using BabyPlus while pregnant - having a baby who is self-soothing might mean better sleep for baby and for me!

Well, that is some great information - now on to Resolution # 2 - find out what other parents have to say about BabyPlus.

Resolution # 2 - Find out what other parents have to say about BabyPlus.

I am going back to the BabyPlus website -www.babyplus.com - there is so much information there that I just want to keep going back over and over again to read!

Plus, Olympic gold medalist Shannon Miller is right on the first page! She used BabyPlus, too!

Wow - BabyPlus parents have a lot to say!

I could read about these babies all day, but I have to go on to Resolution # 3 - Watch videos on BabyPlus website.

Resolution # 3 - Watch videos on BabyPlus website

I just can't get enough of the great BabyPlus website.  There is so much information and so many of my questions have been answered on this one great site.

So, today I am planning to watch the videos of BabyPlus babies.

Those videos were great! The one about September 11 was especially moving.



On to Resolution # 4 - Why should I use BabyPlus? (I think I already know the answer to this one, though!)

Resolution # 4 - find out WHY should I use BabyPlus?

Back to www.babyplus.com today - I want to know WHY I should use BabyPlus. The information on the website, plus the parent testimonials and the videos have convinced me, but I want to read just a little bit more...

That makes sense - the brain is at its most receptive while it is developing, plus I know I will love the bonding experience before baby is delivered!

I am ready to buy BabyPlus!  On to Resolution # 5 - purchase BabyPlus Prenatal Education System.

Resolution # 5 - purchase BabyPlus Prenatal Education System.

Well, I have completed all my research.  I read about the science behind BabyPlus, I read testimonials from other parents who have used BabyPlus, I watched videos of BabyPlus families, and I researched WHY I should use the BabyPlus during my pregnancy.

Today is the day I buy the most amazing gift for my developing baby - a gift of a lifetime!

It's no secret winter is here!  What do you do when it's too cold to go outside or send the kids out to play?  Creativity is the key to help cure cabin fever and keep the little ones busy.

Why not bake and decorate cookies?  Create a scavenger hunt with the end "treasure" playing a game together.  Build a sofa cushion fort and read a book.  The ideas are only limited by your imagination! 

There are also many articles and ideas for inside activities on the internet.  Kids don't require fancy items or elaborate activities to be entertained.  They just enjoy a little of your time and attention.

It is an accepted fact by physicians, educators and scientists alike that a child’s early environment plays a crucial role in both physical and cognitive development.  Not only are the surroundings and inputs after birth important, the prenatal environment also plays a central role for a child’s long-term physical health and  impacts  a child’s lifelong learning ability and school readiness.

Much like a prenatal vitamin is nutritional and enriches physical development, years of subjective evidence and preliminary scientific data have suggested that the child’s auditory environment, both prenatal and after birth, can have a significant positive effect on cognitive development.

The earliest environment for your child is prenatal....and what you do during this period will impact your baby - for his or her lifetime.