Why this nursery preset starts gently
Pink noise forms a smooth, balanced background while soft rain adds mild natural variation. The preset uses pink noise at 50% and rain at only 26%, keeping the accent deliberately restrained. Those slider values are relative inside the mixer, not a measure of loudness in the room; your phone, speaker, distance, and acoustics determine the actual output. The mix is intended to fill abrupt silence softly, not to surround a baby with loud sound. Adults should always set and supervise playback rather than relying on the default ratio alone.
Place the speaker safely and keep volume low
Use a speaker well away from the crib and never place a device, cable, or loose accessory inside the sleep space. Begin at the lowest device volume and check the sound where the baby rests, not beside the speaker. Follow current safe-sleep guidance from your pediatrician or local health authority; this page is not medical or childcare advice. Sound should never replace attentive care, feeding, soothing, or a safe sleep setup. If the baby appears unsettled or the environment feels loud, turn the mix off rather than assuming more volume will help.
Make only conservative adjustments
If the rain is too distinct, lower it toward 15–20% and preserve the smooth base. If the pink noise seems prominent, reduce the master volume before changing the relationship between layers. Avoid moving the speaker closer to gain detail. A timer can limit playback to the settling period, and checking the room again after starting is worthwhile because perceived loudness changes with position. Keep the setup consistent once it is comfortable. The safest useful mix is quiet, unobtrusive, and easy for the supervising adult to stop.
Explore the sounds in this mix
Listen to each layer on its own: Pink Noise and Rain. Or start from scratch in the free online sound mixer.
Frequently asked questions
Are the slider values decibel readings?
No. They are relative mixer levels; actual loudness depends on the playback device and room.
Where should the speaker go?
Keep it well away from the crib, with no device, cable, or accessory in the sleep space.
Can this replace safe-sleep guidance?
No. Follow advice from your pediatrician and relevant health authorities.