Child Development & Maternal Mental Health - A Decade + Educator's Perspective

Straight from the ashes; According to UNICEF Early childhood offers a critical window of opportunity to shape the trajectory of a child’s holistic development and build a foundation for their future. For children to achieve their full potential, as is their human right, they need health care and nutrition, protection from harm and a sense of security, opportunities for early learning, and responsive caregiving – like talking, singing and playing – with parents and caregivers who love them. All of this is needed to nourish developing brains and fuel growing bodies. When we give children the best start in life, the benefits are huge, for every child and for the societies we share. Providing early childhood development (ECD) interventions to all young children and families is one of the most powerful and cost-effective equalizers we have at our disposal, to ensure that the most vulnerable children can reach their full potential. In this episode we sit down witth a mother, educator who has dedicated her life to supporting mothers and children. She is the founder and ED of https://mamachildrensvillage.co.ug/ a non-profit whose mission is to build the capacity of adolescents, parents, schools, and communities to support the holistic development of young individuals. Connect with Estella Kabagaya here to learn more about her work and explore opportunities to collaborate;   / kabagaya-eldrada-estella-25161320b