Music has been known to stimulate babies. Many doctors, researchers, and child development psychologists believe that music makes a child smarter. Music is important for brain development. I recently read somewhere that Mozart's music has been found to stimulate the same neurons in the brain that are later used for mathematics.

I play all types of music to my 10 month old and 4 year old. I think any type of music is important for stimulation. Classical music is not the only option you have.

So turn up your favorite music and dance around the house with your kids. You will be happy that you did and you will be making them smarter and happier at the same time! You will also be increasing your child's appreciation for all different types of music.