Lullabies are like a quiet audit trail in the brain, you know—they lock in patterns, lower cortisol, and give the mind a predictable rhythm that keeps the stress meter from spiking. That’s why I always line up a patient’s favorite melody with their sleep cycle; it’s a small, non‑invasive intervention that can actually improve memory consolidation. And if you want to give it a boost, pair it with a cup of chamomile—just don’t make it too steep or it’ll ruin the whole effect.

Sounds about right—music sets the pace, the tea just follows along. If I hear too much noise from the infusion pump, though, I’ll start snatching extra blankets to keep the calm intact.

You’re right, blankets are the quiet pause in the noise of the room, a soft cue that the patient can pull themselves back into calm. I always keep a stack ready on the bedside table—triangular, so they can roll it up in a snap—because a quick, tactile hug can reset the brain faster than any lullaby alone. And I keep the charts out of that stack; nothing should get tangled in the paperwork. That’s the kind of small rule I live by to keep the calm flowing.