Midlife—that is, the ages of 40 to 55—is a pivotal period for preventive care and promoting public health. It is pivotal yet underutilized because it is not recognized as a turning point...

This issue of *La Santé en action* aims to share insights into how relationships are formed and what factors might hinder them. While it does not claim to be exhaustive, it highlights...

For a child, it is essential to grow up in a stable and nurturing environment that provides emotional security. Scientific research shows just how much an individual’s future development...

Pregnancy and the two years following birth are a pivotal time for a child. During this period, any so-called “adverse” event (violence, loneliness, social instability, natural...

In 2018, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a policy paper on the concept of "attuned care" for early childhood development, "one of the best investments a country can make."...

During the first weeks of life, the adult and the newborn get to know each other and build a shared history. It is through these early interactions that the baby develops a sense of...

Overwhelmed by emotions they struggle to control, vulnerable parents—due to turbulent personal histories—face challenges when a baby arrives. Effective interventions can help safeguard...

Many parents may be affected by parental burnout, which currently affects nearly 6% of people in France, primarily women. This physical and emotional exhaustion, linked to excessive...

Côtes-d'Armor, Finistère, Île-et-Vilaine, Morbihan: the four departments of the Brittany region are piloting the “Promotion of Health and Attachment for Newborns and Their Young Parents:...

Many parents feel anxious about bringing their newborn home. The Aube Departmental Council offers them the option of receiving support from a social and family services specialist. This...