According to Freud's theory, infants fear

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According to Freud's theory of psychosexual development, infants experience the oral stage from birth to approximately 18 months of age. During this stage, the mouth is the focus of pleasure and the infant is dependent on caregivers to meet their needs for nourishment and affection. Freud believed that the infant develops a fear of losing the love and affection of the primary caregiver (usually the mother) during this stage, which can later manifest as anxiety and insecurity in relationships. While infants may experience hunger and difficulty with delayed gratification during this stage, Freud did not suggest that these were the primary sources of fear. Potty training is also not relevant to the oral stage of development.

According to Freud's Theory, Infants Fear