In America, 1 in 12 babies are born low birthweight, 1 in 6 babies are
never breastfed, and 1 in 4 children are overweight or obese by their
5th birthday. Approximately 15% of US children in the ages 3-17 years
are affected by neurodevelopmental disorders, including attention deficit
hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, intellectual disability,
autism, and other developmental delays. The prevalence of childhood
asthma in the US is 8%, with the highest rates in African American boys. What are
mediators of influence to promote plasticity and resilience within the first 1000 days
and beyond? How can we foster innate and adaptive immunity during gestational
development? Early microbiota exposure has the potential to impact infant
development during the first 1000 days of life.
Key Clinical Takeaways
• Newborn: From first breath-uniqueness in preterm, C-section, and vaginal births.)
• An integrated approach to reflux, feeding intolerance, and colic.
• How to build upon the 3rd and 4th trimester. Neurocognitive health from birth
to 5 years.
• Early clues of health and interventions for food intolerances, allergies, eczema,
or atopy.
