Why shushing works for babies
Shushing is loud, steady and close to the whooshing sound of blood flow a baby heard before birth. Parents often shush right by a baby's ear, louder than they'd guess, to cut through crying. A phone can keep that going for as long as it takes, at a level you control.
Once your baby settles, turn it down. A continuous sound for sleep should be quiet: our guide on how loud white noise should be for a baby covers the numbers and where to put the phone.
Made like a real shush
This shush is shaped noise that swells and fades on a cycle of 1.2 to 1.6 seconds, chosen fresh for every breath. It never settles into a mechanical beat. In Sleepy Noise it's free, and you can set it as My Sound so one tap on the big button, a widget or the lock screen starts it.
Frequently asked questions
Is a shush sound better than white noise for a baby?
Some babies respond better to the rhythm of a shush when they're crying, then settle into plain white noise or womb sounds for sleep. Try both and keep what works for your baby.
Can I play shushing all night?
Yes. Sleepy Noise plays all night unless you set a timer. Keep the volume low once your baby is asleep.
