After many years of research and clinical experience of using music and the concept of the mother's voice in neonatology, the author investigates these topics in more detail via a literature review. Informed by research from bio-psychosocial contexts, developmental psychology, neuroscience, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy and music therapy, a comprehensive overview of literature relevant to music therapy in neonatology is explored. The author's stance is stated in relation to this range of perspectives.
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