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A member asked:

Do babies hear from the uterus?

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Dr. John Kirk answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: There have been several studies documenting that babies can hear from inside the womb. The aural (hearing) function develops roughly between 20 and 24 weeks.

Dr Ali and 7 doctors agreed

Answered 8/2/2012

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Yes: Many studies have shown that they can hear from the womb and data shows variations in personalities depending on the type of music exposed to in utero.

Dr Eitner agreed

Answered 7/3/2015

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