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My first 1001 days
Information and ideas for parents and carers to help children’s development from conception to two years.
Why the first 1001 days are so important
The first 1001 days of a child’s life, from conception to age two, is a window of opportunity. It is a time of particularly rapid growth and brain development. Leading child health experts agree that the care given during the first 1001 days has more influence on a child’s future than at any other time in their life.
- From around 8 weeks pregnant, babies respond to touch.
- By 23 weeks pregnant, babies can hear sounds from the outside world.
- By the age of 2, a child’s brain is already 80% developed.
To support parents and carers with the important role they play during this time, here are a list of events and links to information, resources and ideas of things to try that can help babies to develop.
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Information
More information can be found on the following websites:
