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“Attentive care” for young children: what the World Health Organization recommends
In 2018, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a policy paper on the concept of "attuned care" for early childhood development, "one of the best investments a country can make."...
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High-quality early interactions: a vital safeguard against negative childhood experiences
For a child, it is essential to grow up in a stable and nurturing environment that provides emotional security. Scientific research shows just how much an individual’s future development...
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Motivational interviewing: an effective tool for boosting parents’ confidence in childhood vaccination
Motivational interviewing is an effective technique in many areas of prevention for encouraging individuals to change their behavior (smoking, nutrition, physical activity). In Quebec,...
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Taking Care of Yourself to Better Care for Others [Interview]
Early childhood professions expose practitioners to psychological distress that can affect the children in their care. This risk can be mitigated by developing additional skills that...
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The arrival of a child turns family life upside down [Interview]
Many parents feel anxious about bringing their newborn home. The Aube Departmental Council offers them the option of receiving support from a social and family services specialist. This...
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Supporting parents to prevent parental burnout
Many parents may be affected by parental burnout, which currently affects nearly 6% of people in France, primarily women. This physical and emotional exhaustion, linked to excessive...
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The crucial role of early interactions in the formation of early bonds
During the first weeks of life, the adult and the newborn get to know each other and build a shared history. It is through these early interactions that the baby develops a sense of...
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The First 1,000 Days: Supporting Parents to Support Children
Pregnancy and the two years following birth are a pivotal time for a child. During this period, any so-called “adverse” event (violence, loneliness, social instability, natural...
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Supporting the development of early parent-child bonds
This issue of *La Santé en action* aims to share insights into how relationships are formed and what factors might hinder them. While it does not claim to be exhaustive, it highlights...
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A suggestion box for coping with extreme heat
Everyone feels they know the right steps to take to protect themselves from heat waves. However, studies show that government recommendations are only partially understood and followed....