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The Importance Of Fetal Early Education

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Most people believe that learning begins at birth. However, developmental researchers in a relatively new field called “fetal origins” are finding that some of the most important learning begins in the womb.

The video that you will watch for this week’s discussion explores these new discoveries and prompt us to consider how women can best promote the health of their children. As Annie Murphy Paul states: “Fetal origins research is not about blaming women for what happens during pregnancy. It's about discovering how best to promote the health and well-being of the next generation. That important effort must include a focus on what fetuses learn during the nine months they spend in the womb. Learning is one of life's most essential activities,

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