Intelligence is a potential that can be improved by environmental factors as well as innate qualities; therefore, we have dedicated this page of Mom's Land to the development of intelligence in babies.

Intelligence is a potential that every individual has endowed with and is transmitted with genes. It is shaped by experience, learning and environmental influence. The intelligence that is largely formed in children up to the age of five shows a great improvement by being well supported in the first two and three years.

The proper support of the development of intelligence that starts in the mother's womb is one of the important factors affecting the intelligence of the babies. For this reason, having a healthy pregnancy period is the first and the healthiest step in the development of the child's intelligence. It is important for the mother to eat regularly, eat well in terms of vitamins and minerals, take supplements such as omega3 in adequate and balanced proportions, pay attention to her morale. Alcohol and cigarettes should definitely be avoided.

Upon birth, the points that we have paid attention before the birth are still valid for the development of the intelligence. A healthy brain development is the first step in the development of intelligence. For a healthy brain development, healthy eating, a peaceful growth environment, regular and adequate sleep are necessary. Breast milk is of great importance for the development of intelligence as it is at every phase of child development.

Mom and dad's stimulation of the baby is effective for the development of intelligence. Establishing eye contact with babies, talking, touching, constantly stimulating with games and songs is important and useful for developing baby's perception, evaluation and response processes.

Game in the Development of Intelligence

Playing games is beneficial for the development of intelligence of babies and children. Toys that reinforce creativity and allow interaction will positively affect the development of children. The important thing is how the child plays, how he uses his creativity, how he interacts. The toys that make a sound, interact with the child and direct the child are important in the development of the baby; however, the fact that toys have more features than the baby's age can perceive and are technological is no positive effect on intelligence development.

Letting the child choose the toy will be the right step, it is useful for his development to select the objects that attract his attention, that he interacts and plays with.

Especially for the first two years, children should not be allowed to watch TV. Unilateral stimuli such as television can affect the child's intelligence and attention development negatively.

Reading books with babies, expressions of different characters with different tones, pictures and books contribute to the development of the baby.

The most important factor in the development of children's intelligence, skills, abilities, and confidence is that they are raised with love. Show your love to your baby first, it is the most important thing for a child to grow in an environment where he feels loved.