By Mirta Roses Periago The vital importance of the comprehensive development of girls and boys from the very beginning of life has strengthened the alliance between the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Inter-American Development Bank’s (IDB) Division of Social Protection and Health. That’s why we feel like proud aunts and uncles as we celebrate the first … [Read more...] about Children of the Americas
Sons and Daughters
Do you know who you are? This question, the old standby of the group HIJOS, which aims to restore the identity of siblings and family members, reminds me of two of my son’s favorite books, ¿Cómo es tu mamá? (What’s Your Mom Like?) and ¿Cómo es tu papá? (What’s Your Dad Like?). … [Read more...] about Sons and Daughters
Child Development: A Priority for the IDB
By Santiago Levy In recent years, many countries in the region have prioritized early childhood care on their public policy agendas. … [Read more...] about Child Development: A Priority for the IDB
Our First Year of Life
This week, First Steps celebrates its first year of life. On the occasion of our first birthday, we’d like to share some reflections with you, our readers, in this post. In addition, we’d like to take the opportunity to announce an exciting schedule of guest posts that will be published throughout the week. … [Read more...] about Our First Year of Life
Winner of the Bloggers Contest: Spanking at the Right Time
By Berna Iskandar I say, “Raise your hand if you approve of child abuse,” and, unsurprisingly, no one’s hand goes up. But then, when I say, “Now, please raise your hand if you approve of a quick spanking to discipline your children,” more than sixty percent of the audience supports the idea. The talks that I give in Venezuela on parenting without violence usually begin … [Read more...] about Winner of the Bloggers Contest: Spanking at the Right Time