You call their name once, twice. By the fifth time, you’re wondering if you’ve accidentally turned invisible. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Every parent knows the moment — you’re asking nicely, but your child is completely absorbed in… well, anything but your voice. It’s easy to label it as defiance. But often, it’s not disobedience at all — it’s development. Children aren’t born with fully wired “listening brains.” They’re learning how to tune in, process, and respond —