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Search area has opened. SearchClose Search form Search Clear search input Search for result Hide filters Show filters Selecting a value will cause the page to reload with filter applied. Show results from: Clear search input Search for result Max Clear search input Search for result Page # Child development From child development stages to the latest expert tips on the topic. - English - [Français](https://www.unicef.org/parenting/fr/developpement-enfant) - [Español](https://www.unicef.org/parenting/es/desarrollo-infantil) - [العربية](https://www.unicef.org/parenting/ar/%D9%86%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%A1-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B7%D9%81%D9%84) Your child’s environment and experiences shape how happy, healthy and smart they will grow up to be. From pregnancy to preschool, here’s how you can make every moment count. ### I'm interested in... 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