Episode 37·Pregnancy·4:45
The Unexpected Comfort of Talking to Your Baby in the Second Trimester
Discover how starting a one-sided conversation can ease anxiety and build connection
The Unexpected Comfort of Talking to Your Baby in the Second Trimester
Discover how starting a one-sided conversation can ease anxiety and build connection
Hear the full episode in the app →Sophie explores the surprising emotional benefits of chatting with your baby during pregnancy, even when they can't talk back, and shares practical ways to start.
In this episode
Talking to your baby during the second trimester might feel a little awkward at first, but it can be a powerful way to ease pregnancy anxiety and start building a connection. Sophie dives into why this practice is so comforting and how to make it feel natural—even when you're not sure what to say.
Why it works
- Your baby can hear your voice as early as 18 weeks.
- Talking aloud helps you process emotions and reduce stress.
- It creates a sense of presence and connection before birth.
- pregnancy
- second-trimester
- bonding
- emotional-health
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