The First 1000 Days of Life

The first 1,000 days, from conception to a child’s second birthday, represent a critical period for growth and development. This stage has a lasting impact on a child’s health, brain development and metabolism.

During this period, growth is exceptionally rapid. A baby’s weight typically doubles during the first four months and triples by the age of one year. Appropriate nutrition plays a fundamental role not only in supporting healthy growth, but also in brain development, immune system maturation and the establishment of a healthy gut microbiota.