10 suggestions that support children’s intelligence development!

As a family, you may have very strong genes and think that your child’s intelligence development will parallel this. However, scientific research shows that not only the genetic structure, but also all the behaviors and attitudes of the parents are effective in the child’s intelligence development.

As a family, you may have very strong genes and think that your child’s intelligence development will parallel this. But he still needs more of your support. Scientific studies show that children’s intelligence does not develop solely due to genetic factors; It shows that all behaviors and attitudes of parents play a very serious role in this process.

Intelligence is a cerebral activity that exists in every individual and increases by shaping the potential received from parents (environmental factors, nutrition and good external stimuli). Although the genetic structure is effective on the level of intelligence, failure to reveal the existing potential or behaviors and attitudes that dull intelligence can negatively affect the intelligence level of children. Making good use of the first 2-3 years of age in children has great positive effects on brain and intelligence development. If you do not make good use of this period and make efforts to improve brain and intelligence development in later years, they may not be very effective. The learning process for every newborn baby begins as soon as it is born. From that moment on, any positive stimulation for babies is of great importance, especially for their intelligence development. Anadolu Health Center Child Health and Diseases Specialist Dr. Kemal Akpınar gives important advice for parents on precautions that can be easily taken while raising children before pregnancy and after birth, and behaviors that support intelligence development.

1 – Take precautions before birth

The mother’s diet during pregnancy is of course extremely important for the physical and mental health of the baby. However, nutritional habits of the mother are now of great importance, not only during pregnancy but also before pregnancy. The mother’s balanced and adequate nutrition and taking the necessary vitamins are very effective in the development of the baby’s brain and central nervous system. In particular, the deficiency of some vitamins can negatively affect brain health.

The most important of these is folic acid deficiency, which can cause some brain structural disorders called neural tube defects. This is a situation that will directly negatively affect intelligence. It is useful to stay away from harmful foods and drinks taken before pregnancy to prevent a negative intelligence development. If you have a smoking habit, you should quit at least 3-6 months before pregnancy.

2 – Have a healthy pregnancy

In addition to a healthy eating habit, exercising during pregnancy will be effective in intelligence development as it will increase blood flow to the baby. In addition, regular check-ups during pregnancy are of great importance for detecting possible problems that may directly affect the child’s intelligence and for necessary interventions.

3 – Keep the body healthy for a healthy brain

Revealing the intelligence present in the child is directly related to brain development, and brain development is directly related to the health of other body systems. In this sense, while the environmental conditions of the child, frequent infections, and inappropriate nutrition negatively affect physical health, they can also negatively affect brain health.

4 – Don’t say “it’s in genetics”

Although a classical theory is mentioned that “A baby born to parents with high intelligence will have high intelligence”, it should not be forgotten that intelligence is a hidden gem. In other words, in order to reveal the child’s intelligence potential, it is necessary to support him/her in a positive way after birth. Genetic structure alone is not enough. In a study conducted on this subject; While one of the twins is raised with his parents in suitable environmental conditions; the other was raised by another parent in inappropriate environmental conditions. It has been determined that although both have the same genetic potential, their intelligence levels are not the same.

5 – Feed naturally

As children move away from natural nutrition, their intelligence is also negatively affected. Some oils and additives used in ready-made foods can negatively affect brain health as well as body health. In this sense, it is extremely important to feed the child naturally. Among the nutrients that should be taken into the body, fish and fish oil stand out. However, it is useful to correct the misperception that fish oil is only found in fish; In fact, omega 3, omega 6 and other fatty acids are present in all kinds of natural foods, especially walnuts, nuts, eggs, olives and olive oil.

Although green leaves are rich in omega 3 and omega 6, they cannot replace fish in this regard. Regular consumption of fish is particularly effective in brain and intelligence development.

6 – Consult your doctor when choosing food

Food producing companies supplement the food with a number of products such as various fatty acids that support brain development, mandatory substances called nucleotides and protein. However, while the consumption of foods produced in industrial facilities increases, some additives in the products can cause allergic reactions in the child, which can have negative effects on the child’s development and growth. For this reason, it is useful to consult a pediatrician when choosing food.

7 – Leave the choice of toys to your child

Families are especially curious about toys and games suitable for their children’s intelligence development. However, as soon as the baby starts to know itself, it first shows interest in the objects around it. Therefore, he is not actually very interested in colorful toys that are very attractive. First, he wants to explore the kitchen, the drawers, the ingredients inside, and household items such as pots, ladles, and spoons. In this sense, the child taking the teapot and placing the two parts on top of each other is actually a mental exercise. The child who does this is already doing his mental exercise.

8 – Keep your child away from objects that dull intelligence

Rather than increasing intelligence, situations that dull intelligence should be avoided. Technology devices that are products of high intelligence are among the most important reasons for the atrophy of intelligence. Tablets, phones, televisions and computer games are examples of this. Children should especially learn about nature, animals and vegetables directly from nature. Showing a lion on a tablet is not actually educational behavior. Likewise, playing games on the tablet to improve the child’s intelligence also dulls the child’s intelligence.

9 – Above all else, show your love

Love is one of the indispensable elements for both revealing and developing the potential intelligence in a child. The love that the baby receives from the parents when it is first born, and the love given by the close circle afterwards, enables the child to develop the feeling of love. This situation, which is an indicator of positive development, is one of the parameters that directly improves intelligence. In individuals who grow up in loveless environments, it may be late for that intelligence to emerge, even if it has potential.

10 – Consider third eyes

Supporting the child’s motivation and abilities is also an important issue in terms of intelligence development. The child may be truly gifted or intelligent. A child who can show this talent, especially in the environments he enters, should definitely receive support if his talent is noticed by third eyes.

The moment of birth affects intelligence

In home births, which are carried out under inappropriate conditions and are still common in some parts of our country, there may be risky situations such as the child being left without air for a short time and not being able to breathe adequately, which can directly affect the child’s brain, and therefore his intelligence, negatively.

The breast milk difference!

Breast milk is undoubtedly the perfect food for the baby. In children who start breastfeeding immediately and are fed with sufficient breast milk, their ability to use intelligence is higher, especially since their brain development is better. There are some factors in breast milk that stimulate brain development. The fatty acids it contains are fatty acids that can be used directly for the baby. Myelin development is important in rapid neurotransmission, especially in the brain. Factors that positively affect myelin development are also found in breast milk. There are numerous scientific studies showing the positive effect of breast milk on intelligence.