Acknowledgements
Thank you to all those who contributed to developing this strategy. This includes:
- Parent and carer representatives
- Parent carer panels
- Lincolnshire County Council colleagues
- Schools and maintained nurseries
- NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board (ICB)
- Local maternity and neonatal services
- Voluntary and community sector organisations, including early years settings
A baby's development is like nurturing a seed - it needs a strong, loving foundation to thrive. From pregnancy through early life, being present, responsive, and attentive helps babies build brain connections and feel safe and connected. Simple interactions rooted in affirmation, affection, and attention create stability and belonging, setting the stage for lifelong growth.
By working together across health, education, and community services, and by listening to parents and carers, we will create a system that is seamless, inclusive, and focused on what matters most: putting families at the heart of our offer. (Source: Lorna Crossan)