Here’s something to try.

Leave the tv and radio and internet music background noise off when the littleuns are playing in the house.

Yes, it’s scary. It leaves a gaping hole in the environment and we’re left with our own thoughts.

The littleuns may react oddly at first (but being adaptive as they are, they’ll adjust quickly).

Why do this? Saves on electricity bill, for one.

But more importantly it helps the littleuns’ brain development. They can focus on their thoughts as they play. They’ll be less likely to blindly follow others since they aren’t trained to tune out their thoughts to follow the background noise.

They will also learn how to speak more quietly and with a greater vocal range when they don’t have to shout all the time to hear themselves speak. That’s more powerful than you’d think it is… listen to great public speakers and you’ll note that the better ones aren’t monotone when they speak.

Also, this will help you hear the wonderful sound of them playing, singing, and dancing.

That’s golden.