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Healthy Development

A child’s early years are critical for lifelong health, learning, and well-being. The Paediatric Society of Papua New Guinea supports initiatives and practices that ensure children grow and thrive in safe, nurturing environments.

What Healthy Development Includes:
Physical Growth: Regular monitoring of height, weight, and milestones ensures early identification of growth concerns.

Nutrition: Proper feeding practices from infancy, including exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, lay the foundation for healthy growth.

Immunization: Timely vaccines protect against life-threatening diseases and support community health.

Cognitive and Emotional Development: Play, early learning, and responsive parenting help shape a child’s brain and behavior.

Safe Environment: Protection from abuse, neglect, and harmful substances is essential for emotional and physical well-being.

Our Goal:
To equip families and health workers with the knowledge and tools needed to support each stage of a child’s development — from birth to adolescence.

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Family Planning

Family planning plays a vital role in the health and well-being of parents, children, and communities. It empowers individuals and couples to decide when and how many children to have — improving maternal and child health outcomes.

Benefits of Family Planning:

Healthier Pregnancies: Allows for spacing between births, reducing health risks for both mother and baby.

Empowered Choices: Gives women and families control over reproductive decisions.

Economic Stability: Helps families plan financially and emotionally for each child.

Reduced Child Mortality: When pregnancies are well-timed and planned, children are more likely to survive and thrive.

Access and Support:
We advocate for accessible, culturally sensitive family planning services that include education, a range of safe contraceptive options, and support from trained healthcare providers.