This is more than a celebration; it’s a vibrant shared mission, Baby Week 2026 will bring together local organisations, services, and communities across Cambridgeshire to shine a spotlight on the importance of the very earliest years when a child’s brain grows faster than at any other point. A baby’s experiences and interactions during these early years shape how they develop, learn, feel and connect with others for the rest of their lives. Together, we want to share key health promotion messages, help parents understand the importance of their baby’s first relationships, and highlight the fantastic local services, resources, and initiatives available to support families on their parenting journey during this critical time.

Last year, many events took place including five baby week launch events across the county, including a family festival and were attended by more than 100 families. 70% of attendees who gave feedback reported they rarely access services and were not aware of what support and services were available locally, so baby week was helpful in their understanding of where to go to access help.