First 2000 Days: Child Health, Development and Wellbeing
Why is it important?
• The first 5 years of a child’s life lay the foundation for their health, wellbeing, and learning now and in the future.
• Children grow, learn, and communicate faster in the first 5 years than at any other time in their life.
• Every child develops at their own pace, usually through similar stages.
• Talk about your concerns early. This will give a child the best start in life and be ready to start school.
What to do?
• Check ‘The Blue Book’ for information about child health and development.
• Everyday activities can make a big difference in helping a child grow and thrive:
– Play, talk, and sing together.
– Go for walks together.
– Visit family and friends, library story time, local playgroups, swimming centres, and playgrounds.
– Visit early childhood education and care services (Long day care, preschool, family day care, occasional care, and mobile services).
• Visit your local Child and Family Health Nurse for the Blue Book checks.
• Ask for professional support and advice early if you have any concerns.
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Parent and Carer Information Hub Support from pregnancy until age 5.
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