It’s not just noise – parenting with meaningful melodies
Description
In Episode 3 of I Sleep Great: A Non-Parent's Guide to Parenting, Ben sits down with Mr. Steve the Music Man to discuss the importance of enthusiasm, his early-childhood memories of music, and to listen to his ukulele music. Mr. Steve is a writer and performer who creates high-quality, socially conscious music for children.
(1:45 ) - Introduction to Mr. Steve, his work, and his songs
(7:30 ) - How and what he learned about kids after starting this work
(11:30 ) - Importance of enthusiasm; How to talk to children
(14:45 ) - The power of music on children
(18:20 ) - His experience with Musicians on Call
(21:45 ) - Mr. Steve plays his song "Don't Text and Drive"
(23:55 ) - Early childhood memory of music
(24:35 ) - Is music important for newborns?
(27:45 ) - Should we encourage creativity or practicality in children?
(31:30 ) - Reawakening child-like curiosity in new parents; Being open; Breaking cycles
(35:30 ) - Mr. Steve's personal anecdotes
(40:00 ) - Key takeaways; Advice