Childhood Development

Every young child deserves to thrive A child's brain develops fastest in the first 2-3 years Nurturing Care: Safety and security Nutrition Health Responsive care Early learning The Foundation for Children's Development Early childhood development pays off Nurturing care means supporting parents and caregivers to: Cost of Inaction About 250 million children under 5 are at risk of not reaching their Better health and learning capa city Breastfeed and provide nutritious food full potential Increased adult earning Maintain good health during conception, pregnancy and in the postnatal period About 25% reduction in average adult Poverty reduction earning potential Fewer inequalities Provide a nurturing and safe environment Countries may lose up to 2 or 3 More peaceful societies Give their children opportunities to explore and learn fold what they now invest in health or education The Lancet Early Childhood Development Series 2016