What’s unique about bellybuds™?
Bellybuds provide a simple, safe and convenient way to play audio to the womb. Unlike headphones you have to hold in place by hand, or bulky belt-style contraptions, bellybuds are lightweight, portable and hands-free, allowing you to share music and voices with your developing baby wherever, whenever.
Are bellybuds compatible with all music players?
Bellybuds include a standard 3.5mm audio jack compatible with iPods, Zunes, and most other standard digital music players.
At what stage can I start sharing music with the baby?
You may start sharing music and other sounds with your baby (with bellybuds or ambiently) at about 20 weeks - that is when a baby's hearing is fully developed.
Can I hear the same music as the baby?
Yes—bellybuds come with an audio splitter so you can hook up your own headphones to whatever you’re playing to your baby.
How long can I play music to the baby?
We recommend that you use bellybuds for not longer than one hour at a time.
What kinds of music should I share with the baby?
If it’s something you enjoy and find soothing, chances are your baby will too. Calming and rhythmic melodies have positive effects. Some studies have shown that playing the same pieces repeatedly creates a sense of familiarity for your development. One popular theory, the “Mozart effect,” touts the benefits of classical music.
How do I know how loud to turn up the volume?
You don’t need to—we’ve covered that for you. We designed the speakers’ volume to stop at a level that clinical researchers found to be safe for unborn children. At the loudest, the audio you play reaches the baby at a volume roughly the equivalent of a casual conversation, which is still lower than the sound of the mother's heartbeat.
Can I wear bellybuds discreetly?
Bellybuds can be as discreet as you’d like them to be. We designed them to direct sound into the womb and nowhere else – the enclosed buddons™ mute the sound even further, so you can wear them anytime, anywhere, without concern over disturbing those around you. We also designed bellybuds’ low profile to make them all but invisible under clothing.
Are bellybuds OK for the baby?
Recently, it has become popular for parents to share music and other audio with their developing babies. Clinical studies and research have supported the benefits of this practice. Bellybuds helps make it safe and easy to do so. However, each family needs to decide for itself where its comfort zones lie. We recommend you consult your physician before adopting any new prenatal practice.
Is it easy to stick bellybuds to the belly? Are they comfortable to wear?
Yes, and yes! We designed bellybuds with the help of moms just like you, who demanded ease and comfort. Bellybuds have a slightly concave shape that conforms to the changing shape of the belly. They adhere with a mild, reusable skin-safe hydrogel that goes on gently and removes easily with no pulling and no residue.
How long do the bellybuds™ hydrogel adhesive rings last?
You can reuse your bellybuds hydrogel adhesive rings up to 20 or 30 times (keep in mind that 1 use consists of putting them on and taking them off). To extend their life, make sure you clean your belly each time. Any kind of oil or cream, even your natural skin oil, reduces the sticky quality of the hydrogel. Also, make sure the hydrogel touches only your skin or its storage dock (the peanut-shaped piece of cardboard in which the buds come packaged), as contact with other substances can render the hydrogel unusable. If you need to, you can get additional rings from us, or in participating retail stores.
How do I store bellybuds?
Bellybuds live on their "dock" between uses. The dock keeps the adhesive rings clean and protected, and the whole ensemble fits neatly into the compact, portable pouch.
What can I do with bellybuds after the baby is born?
You can reuse or pass on your bellybuds for prenatal music indefinitely, since the adhesive rings are replaceable. We’re also working on a product for you to easily convert bellybuds to crib speakers, so you can continue to play audio to your infant.
