Singing for Peace, Bonding & Growth – Before and After Birth

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As a lifelong singer of international songs and now a facilitator of singing with groups, rooted in the wisdom of social pedagogy, I work with expectant and new families who are seeking a nurturing path of connection — one that honours both the soul of the child and the humanity of the caregiver.

Inspired by Rudolf Steiner’s understanding of child development, I believe singing is one of the most loving and freeing gifts we can offer — for life.

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Whether or not you consider yourself a singer, your voice is the most powerful and comforting sound your baby will ever hear. It carries warmth, rhythm, and presence — all of which support healthy development in body, heart, and soul.

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I guide parents and caregivers to learn the art of listening to our Intuition in singing, which may not have been something we learned to do in school or from our early caregivers. For this reason, I felt it important to bring this offering as a way to sing for our own health and wellbeing in relationship around the care of the child, as well as for the baby's comfort and safety. 

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Singing in Pregnancy – Laying the Foundations of Love

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From around 18 weeks in the womb, babies begin to hear. Your voice becomes their first connection to the outer world. Singing during pregnancy:

• Encourages bonding and attunement between you and your baby

• Regulates your breathing and heartbeat, calming both of you

• Begins the rhythm and melody of language development and trust

• Introduces ritual and repetition, which help the baby feel held in a world of order and love, which can support their ability to self-regulate as they grow and relate to others

The singing practice is a quiet but powerful beginning — an act of love that offers your baby a sense of belonging even before birth.

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Singing After Birth – A Lifelong Language of Care

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In the early months and years of life, babies thrive through rhythm, repetition, and emotional connection — all of which are found in singing. When you sing:

• You create a deep sense of security and trust

• You offer a gentle way to inspire neural and emotional development

• You begin to establish rhythms of the day that bring harmony and rest

• You form soulful habits of connection and calm — for both your baby and for yourself

Singing becomes a shared language between you and your child. It supports you as much as your baby — helping to regulate your nervous system and bring grounding to the intensity of early parenthood.

 

Songs That Carry the Wisdom of Generations

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In our groups, we sing traditional UK lullabies and folk melodies that have soothed children for generations, such as:

• "Lavender’s Blue" – poetic and calming

• "Golden Slumbers" – a lyrical lullaby of deep rest

• "Hush Little Baby" – rhythmic, repetitive reassurance

• "Rock-a-bye Baby" – familiar and gently rocking

• ​Good Morning Dear Earth - a song of gratitude

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For the children of the early years, I draw inspiration from Waldorf education and the songs of the seasonal festivals — music that honours the rhythms of nature and the spiritual journey of the human being. These may include:

• Michaelmas songs, inspiring courage and inner strength

• Advent and Christmas carols, filled with reverence and warmth

• Spring and Easter songs, celebrating renewal and light

• Harvest songs, giving thanks for abundance and earth’s gifts

These songs carry archetypal images that speak deeply to the soul — not only of the child but of the adult as well. They support the development of reverence, joy, gratitude, and the inner freedom to meet life with love.

 

Singing as Social Pedagogy – Love and Freedom for All

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Informed by social pedagogy and Rudolf Steiner’s vision, my approach places the human relationship at the heart of early care. Singing is not just an activity — it is a form of relational pedagogy, where love becomes the foundation of freedom.

When a child is met with warmth, rhythm, and conscious care, they grow in confidence and inner strength. Through music, we create a soul environment where both the adult and the child can be nourished — cultivating a deep sense of belonging, meaning, and peace.

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In my singing and care groups, you’ll find a welcoming space for families of all backgrounds and beliefs. Together, we sing, breathe, share, and grow — learning how to bring peace, rest, and resilience into the daily rhythm of life with a new baby.

You don’t need to be musical — just willing to connect. Through songs, stories, and simple practices, we plant seeds of love that grow far beyond the early years.​

 

​As a reside in Aberdeen, I can accept opportunities in Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, Inverurie, Dundee, and Edinburgh. I can also offer workshops in London during the Summer. 

I am happy to travel to the place of your group, team, family, to enable access to learning soft-singing to new babies and our children.  

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Let singing be your family’s first language of care, connection, and joy.Let love and freedom grow together — one little song at a time, so that we may hear our Song - of Life.