The period between 0-2 years of
age in babies is very important in terms of intelligence development as in
every aspect. The games played during this period begin in a very small area,
in the form of researching the baby's own bodily sensations, take place in the
immediate environment and then in large social settings. Mothers and fathers
need to contribute to the intelligence development of the baby by ensuring that
they spend this period in the most efficient way. The first social behavior of
babies at the beginning of life is their attachment to their mothers. Babies'
social skills are limited, so the most effective communication method they use
is crying. Every time babies cry, it is necessary to take them seriously and
respond. The crying of babies in the first months does not have serious
emotional meanings. Babies cry during this period because they have physical
needs. The important thing is that mothers and fathers meet the needs of babies
in a consistent and satisfying way. Babies, whose needs are met, prepare the
ground for a safe connection with their environment. For babies; With signs of
fear, anger, excitement, everything except feeding is game. Play is a primitive
function of thought. The game played during this period is a behavior performed
to control the environment or just to enjoy. Between the ages of 0-2, babies
should never be allowed to watch television. Television stimulation is
extremely passive and negatively affects the baby's intelligence.