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References

The following resources were used to collect data to share with you on this website. Each resource has additional information if you seek further education about infants and lullabies

Special thanks to...

  • Audrey Dawson, Matthew Dawson, Cora Herek, Jennifer Sutton, Brittany Ward, and Ethan Zick for recording lullabies.

  • Daniell Iles and Taylor Corrick for providing photos.

  • Dr. Sharon Morrow, Mr. Jeff Rhone, and Dr. Lorna Zemke for guidance on this project. 

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