Parenting
The Right Start
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UNICEF Gulf Ambassador Balqees shares her heartfelt journey of motherhood, offering inspiring and genuine insights for all expecting and new moms:
Every parent with a young child is trying their hardest to get everything right and to grow a strong healthy child who feels loved and happy. They know that their behaviors influence the development of their young ones. UNICEF dedicated different parenting hubs – including this one - to help parents give children the best start in life and make their journey a joy.
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Parenting Guidelines and Tips
Every parent wants to raise a happy, healthy child, but navigating the early years can be challenging. That’s where UNICEF comes in. We’ve created practical tips and heartfelt guidelines to support parents and caregivers in nurturing their little ones. With our resources, you can confidently guide your child's growth, knowing you’re making a positive impact every step of the way. Let’s make parenting not just easier, but enjoyable.
For tips and guidelines about positive parenting please click to download the following publications:
Learn how to set your child on a healthy path for life, through:
- Breastfeeding: Did you know that breastfeeding protects your baby from ear infections, diarrhoea, pneumonia and other childhood diseases?
- First foods: Did you know that toddlers may need to try a new food more than 10 times before they decide they like it?
- Healthy habits for life: Did you know that the wider the range of the children’s food experiences, the more likely your child is to continue to eat a variety of foods when they grow up?
To know more about ‘Breastfeeding’, First foods’ and ‘Healthy habits for life’ please click here