Why Do Babies Love Peekaboo So Much? The Science Behind Their Favourite Game Explained

To an adult, covering your face with your hands and suddenly revealing it with a cheerful "Peekaboo!" is just a goofy, effortless way to get a baby to smile. However, from the perspective of an infant's rapidly developing nervous system, this classic interaction is a high-stakes, deeply engaging psychological experience. Parents are often fascinated by how a baby can happily repeat the exact same game dozens of times in a row without showing the slightest hint of boredom.