The first thousand days following conception is a critical period during which a large fraction of adult health is programmed. Societies can structure their support during this period in ways that enhance or damage not only the health and well-being of children, but also the health of the adults they become. Inequality is a major influence on early child health. How a country chooses to allocate its national budget for health and welfare services exposes its priorities. Some of the nations that put the most government funds per person on the first year of life have some of the best overall health; others that focus spending on the later years may have limited health improvements. Economic policies, however, can be overcome in some cases by social and cultural norms, which can override both supportive and unhelpful measures. The path to health looks at its source determinants and supports early life conditions that promote the well-being of children, which in turn will further their health as adults.

Our Mission

To encourage and promote the benefits of a “warm loving embrace” from family, her support group, friends and neighbors, plus the community at large to change the health trajectory of present and future generations.