So for new parents, or any parents for that matter, they will always be very keen to see their baby show some form of ‘intelligence’. Like other children, every baby develops differently but there are specific signs and actions that may indicate that the kid is developing the brain cells faster. In this blog post, we are going to present nine signs of early intelligence in babies and how you can help your little one.
Table of Content:
- Signs of Intelligence in Babies
- High Attention
- How to Make Baby Intelligent in Womb
- In Which Month Born Baby Are Intelligent
Signs of Intelligence in Babies
- Curiosity and Exploration
- Reaching for new objects
- Putting things in their mouth to explore textures and tastes
- Turning their head towards new sounds or voices
- Early Language Development
- Babbling that mimics speech patterns
- Responding to their name earlier than expected (around 4-6 months)
- Using simple words or gestures before their first birthday
- Problem-Solving Skills
- To know how to get to that toy if it is a little beyond one’s grasp
- Learning to open containers or activate toys with buttons or levers
- Why Some People Stay Focused When They Meet a Challenge
- High Attention
- Concentrating on a single activity for extended periods
- Showing sustained interest in books or pictures
- Observing people or objects intently
- Memory and Recognition
- Recognizing familiar faces earlier than expected
- Remembering where toys are hidden
- Priming for routines (for example when a child grabs bib before feeding time).
- Prenatal Nutrition
- The consumption of different types of fruits, vegetables and whole grain foods
- Consuming foods containing omega 3 fatty acid, including fatty fish occasionally or through plants.
- Consuming prenatal vitamins prescribed by your health-care provider
- Stress Management
- Gentle prenatal yoga or meditation
- Deep breathing exercises
- Engaging in relaxing hobbies or activities
- Prenatal Stimulation
- Talking or singing to your baby
- Playing music (around 20-30 minutes a day)
- Gently massaging your belly
- Fall and winter babies (September to December) may have a slight academic advantage due to being older in their school cohort.
- Children born in the spring or summer season might be good at creative skills and analytical thinking as babies born between March and August.
- Provide plenty of love, affection, and positive interactions
- Offer a variety of sensory experiences
- Engage in frequent conversations, even if your baby can’t talk yet
- Read books together daily
- Allow for unstructured playtime and exploration
- Limit screen time, especially in the first 18 months
Another example of a clear area of growth in infancy is curiosity and here the child is extremely curious about everything. In the context of today’s topic, intelligent babies are most of the time very curious about objects, individuals and the environment. You might notice your little one:
Sustain such natural interest by setting a child free environment to explore and buy him/her new toys or items that best fit his age.
However it is important to understand that all babies grow differently and all babies have different levels of language acquisition; however early and rapid development probably might indicate intelligence. Look for:
Make sure you discuss with your baby and engage in reading activities, or always encourage any communication from the baby.
Intelligent babies may show early signs of problem-solving abilities. You might observe your baby:
Promote manipulation by providing certain puzzles and toys needed at the certain age to solve and manipulate.
Focused Attention Span:
A longer attention span can be an indicator of intelligence in babies. You may notice your little one:
To nurture this trait, create a calm environment for focused play and limit distractions during learning activities.
Intelligent babies often display strong memory and recognition skills. Look for:
Your baby’s memory is not well developed and therefore you have to help him or her create routines and physical activities like peek-a-boo.
How to Make Baby Intelligent in Womb
Thus, even though genes have influence over the resulting intelligence, there are steps that can be taken to encourage your baby’s brain to develop even prenatally:
There is so much you can do to feed your baby a diet of omega three fatty acids, folic acid and the rest, which all help the brain of your baby to develop. Consider:
High levels of maternal stress can impact fetal brain development. Practice stress-reduction techniques such as:
Some research suggests that prenatal stimulation may support cognitive development. Try:
Remember, these activities are more about bonding and reducing stress than directly increasing intelligence.
In Which Month Born Baby Are Intelligent
Birth Month and Intelligence
It’s important to note that intelligence is not determined solely by birth month. However, some studies have suggested correlations between birth month and certain cognitive traits:
Please bear in mind that those are general trends and should not be confused with forecasts of your or some particular person. You need to remember that every baby is created individually, and such things as genes, surroundings, and parenting matter a lot more to intelligence than the month one baby was born.
Nurturing Your Baby’s Intelligence
It does not matter when your baby was born or what early signs of intelligence they exhibit – the key to developing intelligence is the environment in which the child grows up. Here are some suggestions to help your baby along:
Make sure you understand that each baby grows differently and that there is no one way to be intelligent. It is also good to note that I have not to any extent compared common baby products with my recommendations; however, if you have any concern on your baby development, always seek advice from your pediatrician.
All you are doing is making a secure, comfortable, affectionate environment and feeding and romancing your baby and you are creating the educational environment of your baby throughout the life. Have a good time with this little one and just have fun and enjoy every moment and every next level, come!
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