Soothing chime for a mom-to-be and her baby

Pregnancy brings with it many joyful moments, but also many worrying ones. Some women are troubled by early nausea, back pain, or mood swings, while others sail through pregnancy with ease and, apart from low blood pressure, are bothered by nothing. One of the lovely things that reassures many women and serves as a beautiful fashion accessory is the pregnancy rattle. What is it, what is it for, and why is it a great idea to get one?

What is a pregnancy rattle

A pregnancy rattle, also known as a Mexican bola, mummy bell, or angel bell, are all names for a beautiful accessory not only for pregnant women. It is a piece of jewelry that comes from Mexico, just like rebozo scarves, and pregnant women have worn it on their belly for centuries. As you walk, the rattle makes soothing sounds that the baby can hear from the 20th week of pregnancy.

There are countless online stores offering this beautiful piece of jewelry, and the designs are truly stunning; you can get the rattle with or without a cage, in various colors and shapes. In short, every mother is sure to find something she likes.

Why get a Mexican bola

The bola-rattle creates a beautiful connection between mother and baby and also soothes them both with the gentle and harmonizing sound it makes. Some mothers also use it before the due date to encourage the baby to turn head down, so they try to ring it in a way that makes the baby follow the sound. It is not a proven method that can be relied on, but why not try it.

The rattle can also be used after birth

Since the baby already hears the rattle in the womb, after birth this gentle ringing sound will be very familiar. You can therefore hang the rattle on the crib or stroller to help soothe the baby or help them fall asleep. Some e-shops also offer rattles in the form of bracelets for the wrist, so you can carry it with you at all times, on walks with the baby in a stroller or in a wrap/carrier.

The whole process of conceiving a baby, carrying them in the womb, and the subsequent birth is a great miracle. The paths to a baby are different, and once a woman becomes pregnant, she should create a pleasant environment for herself that will help her manage all 9 months with perspective. A rattle is just a small thing, but it can do big things, especially when it comes to the mother's mental well-being and bonding with the baby. So if you are still hesitating whether to get a rattle/bola/bell, don't wait any longer and start ringing to your baby in the belly—you'll see that they will answer you with that sound.