1,000 Days

The first 1,000 days of life—from conception to age 2—are critical for a child’s health, growth, and future success. During this period, adequate nutrition supports brain development, immune function, and lifelong potential. Unfortunately, millions of children still do not have access to the nutrition they need. This #WorldChildrensDay, we’re calling for global action to ensure that every child receives the nutrition they deserve. Together, we can create a brighter future.

This #WorldPrematurityDay, we have a message. Let’s acknowledge the essential role of maternal healthcare in giving every pregnancy the best chance for a healthy outcome. While preterm birth remains a global health challenge, quality care—from prenatal visits to nutrition support—can prevent many premature births, transforming lives for mothers and their babies. The journey to full-term pregnancy should be safe for every woman, no matter where she lives. Investing in comprehensive maternal care is an investment in stronger families, healthier communities, and the best possible start for every child. #First1000Days #WorldPrematurityDay2024 #BornTooSoon #WPD2024 #MaternalHealth

The early moments of a newborn's life are precious, and paid family and medical leave are vital for nurturing those bonds and caring for loved ones during illness. Research shows that paid leave improves breastfeeding rates, strengthens family health, and supports economic stability for parents. Discover more compelling reasons in our detailed report here: https://lnkd.in/df2-KfQE Families everywhere deserve #PaidLeaveforAll!

For millions of children worldwide, early-life malnutrition can hinder growth, compromise immunity, and limit future opportunities, impacting their lifelong potential. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Targeted nutrition interventions during these first critical days can mitigate these effects and empower the next generation to thrive. We know the path forward. By ensuring every mother and child has access to essential nutrients, we can give children the foundation they need for a healthier, more productive life. Join us in making this vision a reality. ?? #First1000Days #EndMalnutrition #HealthEquity #GlobalNutrition #InvestInNutrition #N4G #N4GParis #N4G2025 #Nutrition

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Breaking the cycle of poverty starts with ensuring every child gets a healthy start. When mothers have access to nutritious food, healthcare, and support, we lay the foundation for a future free from hunger and inequality. ?? Every action matters. Let's rally together, and advocate for policies that uplift and equalize, striving to end poverty and foster nutritional equity for all. Together, we can change the future—one mother, one child, one action at a time. #First1000Days #EndPoverty #NutritionForAll #ZeroHunger #Enough #PovertyAwareness

Every child deserves a chance at a bright future, and that starts with ensuring they receive the healthcare and nutrition they need. Around the world, scientists and health workers are advancing a new set of tools—from AI ultrasounds to next-generation vaccines—to unlock the next era of progress in global health and cut child deaths in half again. Learn more about the innovations shaping the future of health: https://lnkd.in/gUbfX8JF

At just 4 weeks of pregnancy, a baby’s brain has an estimated 10,000 cells—but by 24 weeks, that number skyrockets to 10 billion! ?? Proper nutrition during pregnancy plays a vital role in building this incredible foundation for a child’s future. Nutrients like folic acid, iron, zinc, and iodine are crucial for developing a baby’s brain. This is why the first 1,000 days—from pregnancy to age two—are so important. This #WorldFoodDay, let’s stand together to ensure that every mother and child has access to the nutritious food they need to build healthy brains and healthy futures. Because nutrition is a human right! ???????????? ?? #First1000Days #WorldFoodDay #RightToFood #FoodHeroes #BrainPower

At the World Health Summit? Thirsty? Eleanor Crook Foundation has a juice truck for you, to help you stay nourished and on your game. Why? Just like one juice gives you 15+ vitamins and minerals, one #MMS prenatal vitamin provides pregnant women and babies with 15 essential nutrients for healthier lives around the world. MMS saves lives and provides nourishment for millions of women and babies around the world. #WHS2024 https://lnkd.in/evy2bf8M

A new topic from #Exemplars in Global Health and SickKids Centre for Global Child Health will explore the critical relationship between a mother’s nutritional status and her child’s health outcomes. Upcoming research will identify countries that have driven progress in disrupting intergenerational cycles of malnutrition. Learn how factors like access to family planning, antenatal care, and education can impact nutritional outcomes for mothers and children. ?? https://bit.ly/4h2JuLu Read more about the new Maternal and Infant Nutrition and Growth topic from research partner, Dr. Zulfiqar Bhutta. ?? https://bit.ly/3BJF63W