Heartbeat Rhythm Cuddle Session

A soft blanket for warmth and comfort

A quiet, calm space

Lay back in a reclined position and place your baby tummy-down on your chest. Make sure their head is turned to one side.

Let your baby settle in and listen to your heartbeat for a minute or two. This steady rhythm is the very first beat your baby ever knew.

Begin gently patting your baby's back in a steady rhythm that matches your heartbeat — a calm, predictable pulse.

Slowly change the rhythm — try patting a little faster, then return to slow. Your baby will notice the difference.

Hum a simple tune that matches the rhythm of your patting. The vibrations in your chest add another layer of sensation.

Pause the patting and let your baby feel just the heartbeat again.

Resume with a different gentle rhythm, alternating between your palm flat and soft fingertip taps.

This works especially well during fussy periods — the combination of chest contact and rhythmic patting is incredibly calming.

Try this after a feeding when your baby is alert but content.

Keep your breathing slow and steady — your baby syncs to your body rhythms more than you realize.

If your baby falls asleep, that's a win. The rhythmic input did its job.