Start for Life: conception and first 2 years

The Westminster 'Start for Life' programme is based on the new government vision for the first 1,001 critical days on a child's life. This initiative aims to provide support and guidance to expectant and new parents to achieve the best outcomes for their child from conception and throughout the first 2 years of life. Find out more in the document ‘The Best Start for Life A Vision for the 1,001 Critical Days’.



Pregnancy, labour
and birth



Best start: baby's
first years



Family hubs: register and access services



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Special Needs and Disabilities (SEND)



Supporting learning
at home



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useful tips

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