The Mom I Want to Be

 

Babies love music.  Gentle harmonies can soothe a screamer. More upbeat tunes can lift the sagging spirits.  Here’s a new song that’s sure to get a giggle from your baby — even if you can’t carry a tune.

 

Raise your finger in the air so your baby can see it. Then circle it slowly in the air (like the flight of a bee). At the same time, sing or chant,

 

Bumble bee, bumble bee,
Come from the barn,
Come to get (baby’s name)
Right under the arm.

 

At the end, “fly” your finger under the baby’s arm. You’ll be sure to get a giggle if you end with a gentle tickle.