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The cooing "do-do" is likely a sweet little abbreviation of the French word for "to sleep," which is "dormir."

The Meaning Behind the French Bedtime Lullaby “Fais Do-Do”

By Jacob Uitti May 22, 2023 | 10:21 AM

Those with French mothers have probably heard this song countless times before bed as children. It’s a coo as much as anything, a portal to drifting off. But what is the origin of the French lullaby, “Fais do-do,” and why is there so much sugar and chocolate involved? Let’s dive in. First things first, however: […]

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