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1 What do you think about the use of vaccines?

2 In your view, what is the most important reason in favor of vaccinations?

3 Why do you think some parents object to their use? How might you respond to their objections?

We have seen that growth proceeds rapidly over the first 2 years of life and follows consistent patterns. Body growth is largely maturationally driven but also influenced by contextual factors. Whereas breastfeeding and introducing healthy solid foods can aid infants’ growth, malnutrition and a poor diet can hinder infants’ development with effects that can persist throughout childhood and even into adulthood.