Learn about child's development during the 1001 days of life, from conception to age 2 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 this time has more influence on a child’s future than at any other time in their life.
Did you know:
- From around 8 weeks pregnant, babies respond to touch.
- By 23 weeks pregnant, babies can hear sounds from the outside world.
- By age 2, a child’s brain is already 80% developed.
Our friends at Leicestershire County Council have created this 3-minute YouTube video about a baby's first 1001 days:
They've also produced this useful leaflet: My First 1001 Days: A leaflet for parents and carers [PDF]
Your Notts Directory
We know parents and carers have an important role to play during the first 1001 days. These pages can help you learn more about how to help your child develop.
Health for under 5s
The Health for Under 5s website can also help you learn about healthy happy early years with support from trusted NHS professionals. It covers topics from pregnancy right through to pre-school.
Read more about The First 1001 Days (Health for Under 5s)