From Conception to Two Years

An infant's experiences during his or her first two years of life have a significant impact on later development. From Conception to Two Years brings together key research, theory and experiences from practice to further practitioners' knowledge and understanding of this critical period, and inform professional approaches to providing care.

Amanda Norman is Senior Lecturer in Early Years at the University of Winchester, UK.

Introduction Chapter 1: Reflective Practice in Early Care Chapter 2: Family Centred Care Chapter 3: Prenatal Care Chapter 4: Perinatal Care Chapter 5: Developmental Care Chapter 6: Emotional Care Connections Chapter 7: Professionalising Care Chapter 8: Connecting with Care Chapter 9: Playful Care Chapter 10: Conclusion - Moving Forward Final comments