You know that moment when a child, using various objects held up to their ear, mimics talking on the phone — and laughs as if they just came up with the funniest joke in the world?
In early childhood, the development of motor skills and coordination is not just a physical need — it is the foundation for learning, emotional development, and everyday functioning.
A child’s world is filled with play, laughter, and daily challenges.
In a world where digital technologies become an everyday part of life even for the youngest, it is important not to forget what has nurtured children’s development for centuries — play.
The need for food is a physiological need for every individual.
We have written several times about the harmful effects of screens on children, the latest being “screen addiction as the disease of the twenty-first century.” Now we will address whether there are harmful effects in developing this habit, as well as what consequences it can have on a child’s development.
The “favorite parent” phase is common among children around the age of two.
We often see children—even small babies—being entertained by looking at smartphones, tablets, and other screens.




