Why do you think Buddy has so few early memories of his parents?

Buddy may have few early memories of his parents due to his unique upbringing in the North Pole, where he was raised by elves and lived in a distinctly different environment from typical human experiences. This unusual setting likely overshadowed any formative memories he might have had with his biological parents. Additionally, the emotional distance and separation from them as a child could have contributed to the fading of those memories over time.