Catherine, Princess of Wales, launched a new online resource, 'Foundations for Life: A Guide to Social and Emotional Developments,' at the University of East London (UEL) to support early childhood development. The guide aims to enhance understanding of why social and emotional skills are critical from infancy and how they shape future health and happiness. During her visit, Catherine interacted with children using stress sensors to monitor their reactions in various environments. She emphasized the importance of nurturing relationships in a child's early years, stating that by age five, a child's brain reaches 90% of its adult size. The guide will serve as a repository of knowledge for practitioners, helping them engage in more confident conversations with families about the significance of emotional development. This initiative aligns with new research showing that parents seek reliable information from trusted professionals, especially during the early stages of their child's life. Catherine's work aims to ensure that social and emotional development is prioritized alongside physical and cognitive growth in early childhood education. As she prepares for her first official foreign visit since December 2022, this launch marks a significant step in her ongoing commitment to early childhood advocacy.