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Give your baby a better start

Give your baby a better start. The NHS Start for Life information service for parents provides free email content for parents to be and parents of children up to two and a half years old.

We know that what happens during the first few years of life (starting in the womb) has lifelong effects on many aspects of health and wellbeing - from obesity, heart disease and mental wellbeing, to educational achievement and economic status. We also know that parental behaviours impact heavily on their child's behaviours. The healthier you are, the healthier your baby is. Start for Life provides trusted information and guidance for all parents-to-be and parents of younger children, give your baby a better start.

Sign up to the Start for Life emails