Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University’s Post

These are some of the main ideas I got after reading “Place Matters” working paper. I absolutely recommend you to read it! - The conditions of the physical environment significantly influence child health and development, with more positive influences supporting healthy development and more negative influences increasing disease and impairment. - Positive influences in the physical environment include access to nutritious food, clean air and water, safe green spaces, and toxin-free homes. - Negative influences encompass pollution, extreme temperatures, lack of green spaces, high crime rates, and inadequate access to healthy food. - The unequal distribution of resources and environmental conditions exacerbates health disparities, especially in marginalized communities.

🌱💖 Investing in early relational health lays the groundwork for a lifetime of well-being and resilience! From pregnancy through those precious first 1,000 days, nurturing connections between caregivers and babies shape a brighter future. Research highlights the profound impact of positive childhood influences, like loving parental relationships and frequent hugs, in reducing prenatal depression and trauma. As adults embark on parenthood, their brains undergo incredible changes, wiring them for empathy, understanding, and attentiveness to their little ones' needs. Let's cherish these early moments, fostering love, security, and support for our children's thriving journey. #EarlyRelationalHealth💕👶🌟

You can expect to come away with… 👉 Empowering knowledge to make informed decisions about children’s healthcare 👉 Mindful parenting tips that’ll help cope with parenting stress 👉 Insights for optimal health before and during pregnancy 👉 Effective strategies for helping children manage anxiety, tantrums and tech 👉 A toolkit of holistic approaches to childhood illnesses and mental wellness that go beyond conventional medicine … along with being part of a community that encourages collective action to improve children's physical and mental health. https://lnkd.in/eZ4niv_J

So important to nurture young minds to allow them to flourish

Excellent piece on the business benefits of investing in mental health support for parents; investing in early education and childcare; ensuring parental leave is taken; and addressing loneliness and stigma ⬇️ Many stakeholders have a role to play in this, including HR / employers #BigChangeStartsSmall

May 1 kicks off Maternal Mental Health Month. Women of every culture, age, income level and race can develop perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Symptoms can appear any time during pregnancy and the first 12 months after childbirth. There are effective and well-researched treatment options available to help women recover. Check in on the new moms in your life. Ask her how she’s really feeling and encourage her to seek help. Helping mothers, helping babies. #maternalMHmatters

Our CEO, Sharief Taraman, MD, DABPN, DABPM, FAAP, joins the conversation on BuzzFeed about #pediatrichealthcare, emphasizing the need for #earlyintervention and parental empowerment. Read more for practical parent tips in for #earlychildhooddevelopment, and more. "As pediatric neurologists, our mantra is 'early is everything.' I always encourage parents to ask questions, act on their concerns as soon as they arise, and trust their instincts." https://bzfd.it/43IffTV Yami Cazorla-Lancaster Fabiana Buontempo #PediatricCare #AutismAcceptance #ChildrensHealth #EarlyIntervention #earlysignsofautism #earlyiseverything #nomorewaitlists #developmentalconcern #developmentaldelay #Cognoa

First, follow me on Instagram @thegentlepsychologist. I support moms to and through parenthood, because I know moms' mental health is the foundation of families'. Almost all my 1:1 therapy clients have body image concerns since having a baby. And you know what? 
Considering all the different pathways to parenthood, what the body goes through during pregnancy and birth, the feeding journey, and the massive lifestyle shifts that having a baby can bring on, this makes sense! 🤍If your body image isn’t where you want it to be, whatever stage you are at postpartum, I would love for you (or someone you know who would benefit) to join me. 🫶🏻I’m making this workshop completely free to attend. You get the input of a chartered psychologist on body image (including time to answer questions you might have) and relevant resources for free - because someone should do this and I’d prefer for you to get bespoke, evidence based support from a specialist rather than sifting through the noise on postnatal body image online. This is about providing quality information in a way that’s accessible - because mental health and body image deserve proper, expert care. Tuesday, 27 Feb, 8:30pm Irish time - and you can attend from anywhere in the world 🌍 If you're interested or feel someone in your life may benefit, please reach out to me at [email protected] or message me BODY and I will send you the link. #postpartumcare #ppa #ppd #psychologist

Did you know that around 1 in 5 women experience mental health issues during pregnancy or in the first year after giving birth? Although so many women experience these issues, many go without proper treatment and support for several reasons. Women may be scared to speak out about their struggles for fear of judgment, many healthcare providers do not routinely screen for mental health conditions in pregnant people and new parents, and many people find it difficult to get a referral or access proper services for treatment. Learn more during Women's Health Week. https://ow.ly/4LIm50REtwZ #ValueCHCs

Among the challenges of pregnancy and childbirth, maternal mental health conditions stand out as a significant concern, affecting countless mothers worldwide. Shockingly, Black mothers are disproportionately impacted by these conditions, facing higher rates compared to other demographic groups. This glaring disparity demands urgent attention and action from healthcare providers, policymakers, and communities alike. By fostering awareness, implementing culturally sensitive interventions, and promoting equitable access to support services, we can work towards ensuring every mother receives the care and support she deserves during this transformative journey." Learn more, including ways to improve mental health care: https://acf.mobi/3PIsaz6 #BMHW24