
Daniela Doulavince Amador
Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Brazil
Abstract Title:Promotion and Monitoring of Early Childhood: strengthening bonds
Biography: Ph.D. in Sciences from the Federal University of São Paulo – UNIFESP. Specialist in Pediatric Oncology from the Federal University of São Paulo - IOP/GRAACC/UNIFESP. Currently, she is an Assistant Professor at the School of Nursing of the State University of Campinas - FEnf/UNICAMP. Member of the Center for Studies on Children and Adolescents (NECAd) and the Study and Research Group on Children, Adolescents, and Families (GECAF). Second treasurer of the elected board for the 2019-2021 and 2022-2025 terms of the Brazilian Society of Pediatric Nurses (SOBEP). She has experience in the field of Nursing, with an emphasis on Pediatric Nursing, working mainly on the following topics: child, family, health education, pediatric oncology, and patient- and family-centered care.
Research Interest: Introduction: The university extension project PAPI - Promotion and Monitoring of Early Childhood aims to provide comprehensive support for child development, promoting actions that strengthen family bonds, early stimulation, and access to essential services for children aged 0 to 6 years. Given the importance of early childhood for cognitive, emotional, and social development, the project works to minimize inequalities and contribute to building a solid foundation for the future of the children served. Objective: The main objective is to promote healthy development in early childhood through educational, assistance, and interdisciplinary actions. The project seeks to empower families and caregivers with practices that foster the comprehensive growth of children, as well as to establish partnerships with health, education, and social assistance institutions to ensure holistic care. Method: The project adopts a multidisciplinary approach, integrating professionals and academics from the fields of health and education. Activities include educational workshops for caregivers, individualized child monitoring, discussion groups, and playful activities that stimulate child development. The methodology also includes home visits for personalized guidance and the identification of specific family needs. Additionally, informative campaigns and community actions are carried out to raise awareness about the importance of early childhood care. Results: The project's actions have generated positive impacts for both children and their families. An improvement has been observed in caregivers' knowledge of child stimulation practices and the strengthening of affective bonds. Moreover, there has been increased access to health services, as well as greater caregiver participation in proposed activities. Records indicate advances in the development of the children served, reflecting cognitive, emotional, and social gains. Conclusion: The university extension project PAPI - Promotion and Monitoring of Early Childhood establishes itself as an essential project for promoting child development, demonstrating that interdisciplinary actions and active family participation are fundamental to ensuring children's well-being in early childhood. The continuity and expansion of these actions can significantly contribute to reducing inequalities and building a more promising future for children and their communities.