During pregnancy: what to say and do

During the later months of pregnancy, the developing auditory system can register rhythm, pitch, and recurring speech patterns. Familiar voices and repeated sound patterns may be recognized after birth, so this stage is about gentle exposure to the melody of everyday speech rather than expecting a response.

Explore this stage

Communication

During later pregnancy, the developing auditory system can pick up rhythm, pitch, melody, and the recurring patterns of familiar voices. After birth, these early sound experiences may help your newborn recognize the voices they heard most often.

Social & emotional

Talking, singing, or resting a hand on your belly can be a small connection ritual during pregnancy—one that can continue naturally once your baby arrives. The warmth you feel now is the beginning of the relationship you will build together.

Common patterns

Activity and quiet periods come and go throughout the day. These natural rhythms can become small moments for connection—short greetings, songs, or simply talking about what you are doing—without any special response needed.

How you can support them

Share everyday moments out loud. Narrate what you are doing, read or sing in the languages you use comfortably, and invite others to do the same. There is no special curriculum—familiar, loving sound is enough.

Nara is educational and doesn’t assess or diagnose. If you’re worried, talk to your child’s doctor.

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