An investment in nutrition can improve the growth of children, nations and economies. Good nutrition, especially in during the 1,000 days of a mother’s pregnancy until her child turns two, gives children a healthy start at life.

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In partnership with organizations which work to improve nutrition for children in the poorest countries, we have seen some exciting achievements. Though many challenges remain, these events (and many others over the course of the year) reaffirm our strategic direction to focus our investments on healthy growth, breastfeeding and complementary feeding, and control of selected micronutrient deficiencies.

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Unfortunately, far too many babies are born too small, particularly in low-income countries. Prevalence of low birth weight is highest in South Asia, with sub-Saharan Africa a close second. And it’s not because of missing a second helping of lunch or dinner.

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Not only does increasing agricultural productivity have the potential to improve rural families’ nutrition, but healthier and better-nourished farmers are more productive, earn more income, and contribute to further economic growth.

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On June 18, Viet Nam’s National Assembly addressed these barriers and voted to extend paid maternity leave from four to six months.

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