First 1000 days - critical for child growth and mental development

Abstract

The first 1000 days, the period from conception to 2 years of age, is a crucial time for early childhood growth and development. This period sets the basis for a child’s health and physical, social, cognitive, emotional and behavioural development and is when the child is most dependent on parental care and a healthy environment.

Keywords

• newborn
• child
• growth
• south sudan