Songs to Cheer You On During Childbirth: Beloved Classics and Popular Tracks That Soothe Anxiety
When you find out you’re expecting a baby, it’s such a joyful feeling, isn’t it?
At the same time, worries about childbirth and parenting may cross your mind.
For first-time parents especially, it’s an unknown experience that can keep you up at night just thinking about it.
Even with advances in medicine, giving birth is still a life-or-death event.
And parenting rarely goes exactly as ideally as we imagine.
Many of you are probably holding a lot of anxiety inside.
In this article, we’ve gathered uplifting songs we want expectant mothers and couples to listen to as they approach childbirth.
There are many songs that will stay close and whisper, “It’s going to be okay,” and support your heart.
If anxiety keeps you from sleeping, please give them a listen.
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Songs to cheer on childbirth: classic and popular tracks that support anxious feelings (41–50)
Thank you for being born.fūko
A ballad by Fuko that celebrates the long-awaited meeting with her child, carried by a gentle, warm piano melody and a clear, translucent voice.
It delicately weaves themes of the parent–child bond that everyone experiences at least once and the preciousness of life.
Released in March 2021, the song was also used as the theme for Episode 4, “Treasure,” of the short film series “A Certain Story,” and has surpassed 4.5 million views on social media.
This gem, born from the collaboration between Tatsuya Kitagawa, who wrote and composed the song, and Fuko, is recommended for those who wish to share in the joy of childbirth and parenting.
Songs to cheer you on during childbirth: classic and popular tracks that support your anxieties (51–60)
LullabyNatsukawa Rimi
I think this one is also a truly moving masterpiece.
It’s a gentle song that feels just like slowly rocking a baby in a cradle, and it gives you a warm feeling.
Instead of rushing all the time, why not calm down and listen to this track once in a while?
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
A powerful message song brimming with joy and hope.
Released by DREAMS COME TRUE in February 2005, this piece was written as the theme song for Fuji TV’s drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours (Season 3).” It reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and is also included on the album THE LOVE ROCKS.
The song portrays the determination to rise again and again despite emotions on the verge of exploding, along with feelings for someone precious.
It’s a track to listen to while sensing the joy of a new life and the bond between parent and child that is about to begin.
youUtada Hikaru
A gem of a love ballad by Hikaru Utada.
It’s a song colored by gentle piano and grand strings, infused with a powerful desire to protect a loved one.
The lyrics, filled with the sanctity of life and deep love, stir the hearts of many listeners and move them to tears.
Released digitally in December 2017 and written as the theme song for the film “DESTINY: The Tale of Kamakura,” the track was also included on the album “Hatsukoi,” drawing significant attention as a song that signaled a new chapter for Utada as a mother to a son.
This song, which reminds us of the importance of time spent with our precious families, is sure to resonate deeply with those who have experienced childbirth and child-rearing.
Sweet MomShibasaki Kou
Ko Shibasaki delivers a deeply empathetic song overflowing with kindness.
The warm acoustic piano and expansive strings weave an arrangement that expresses a gentle, embracing tenderness.
It’s a gem of a ballad that resonates with a strong desire to support a loved one and keep conveying love.
Released in October 2005 as Ko Shibasaki’s 8th single, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The song was used as the theme for the film “A Heartful of Love” and was later included on the albums “Hitori Asobi” and “Single Best.” It’s a track filled with warmth and love that we especially recommend to expectant mothers, parents raising children, and those who are about to become parents.
birthdayKumaki Anri
The lyrics are very straightforward, and it’s become an encouraging song I’d love to play for my child after giving birth.
At the end of a Kansai news program, there’s a segment about newborn babies, and this masterpiece plays there—once you hear it, it really sticks in your head.
It’s a great song.
In conclusion
Did listening to the cheer song help you feel a little calmer? Childbirth, and the parenting that begins from there—there’s a lot to be anxious about, but at the same time you’ll also feel a happiness you’ve never known before.
A cute baby is waiting to meet you.
Your baby will be doing their best together with you, so as a couple and as a family, support one another and face childbirth and parenting together!