The First 1000 Days of Life
A lot happens in 1000 days. Especially to a baby. From conception to about age 2, a child's body isn't the only thing growing like crazy. This is also the fastest period of key brain development, including parts of the brain that impact language processing, attention, and even vision and hearing. All that growth requires plenty of nutrients like iron, protein, and vitamins.
In developing countries, many new moms simply don't have access to proper nutrition that fuels such growth for their babies. Oftentimes, they lack education and medical guidance that will give their babies the best start possible. And when a baby begins life malnourished or unhealthy, it's an uphill battle to catch up through infancy, childhood, and even adulthood.
However, kids who thrive before they're born, and who receive adequate nutrition and healthcare as babies, are better prepared to stay healthy, fight infection, grow strong bodies, succeed in school, get jobs as adults, and contribute to the prosperity of their communities!
You can see that 1000 days are like building blocks that have lifelong impact on children...families...communities. That's why we are excited to partner with Group Publishing and World Vision to help provide funds to help moms and babies get the brightest beginning they can! Our donations will help women and children in communities throughout the African country of Zambia.
Thank you in advance for partnering with us for this great cause!