Duchess of Cambridge unveils 5 Big Insights from Early Years study

Today The Duchess of Cambridge has unveiled the findings of the biggest ever UK study on the early years. 

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In January, The Duchess launched the ‘5 Big Questions on the Under Fives’ survey, to reveal what the UK thinks about the early years. It also explores how COVID-19 has impacted the perceptions and experiences of parents and carers of the under-fives.

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Earlier this week The Duchess joined Kelly Beaver, Managing Director of Public Affairs for Ipsos MORI, for a briefing on the landmark research, commissioned by The Royal Foundation of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and conducted by Ipsos MORI. 

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Kate wore her white Zara waffle-knit blazer and Daniella Draper Cupid Hoop earrings.

Throughout the day, Kensington Palace revealed the #5BigInsights generated by the study.  Below is a clip of Kate highlighting the first Insight:

Answering the #5BigQuestions:

98% of you said that that nurture is essential to lifelong outcomes. But, just one in four recognise the specific importance of the first five years of a child’s life. pic.twitter.com/bbVxtQzHL4

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) November 26, 2020

In this recording, the Duchess brought back the blue Reiss 'Trina' dress featuring a double-breasted front and wide lapels.

She first wore the garment in March 2012 for a visit to the EACH Treehouse hospice in Ipswich.

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Kate swapped the wide black suede belt for her Anderson's Croc-Effect Leather Belt.

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She accessorized with her Daniella Draper Personalised Gold Midnight Moon Necklace.

Insight 2:

Insight 2: 90% of people see parental mental health and wellbeing as being critical to a child’s development.

However, only 10% of parents mentioned taking the time to look after their own wellbeing when asked how they had prepared for the arrival of their baby #5BigInsights pic.twitter.com/r0hOEbtnPp

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) November 27, 2020

The brilliant @regalreplikate quickly identified Kate's red knit top as the GAP Cable Knit Turtleneck Sweater (RRP: $59.95 - now $26).

Insight 3:

This is just the start of the conversation - & in continuing it, Insight 3 from the #5BigQuestions:

Feeling judged by others can make a bad situation worse.

70% of parents feel judged by others & among these parents, nearly half feel this negatively impacts their mental health. pic.twitter.com/PMnQkmkfua

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) November 27, 2020

It appears Kate wore her Equipment Slim Signature Polka-Dot Silk Shirt for this clip.

Insight 4:

Insight 4: Parental loneliness has dramatically increased during the pandemic — from 38% before to 63% — as parents have been cut off from friends and family. #5BigInsights pic.twitter.com/S0BmMf3NbY

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) November 27, 2020

The Duchess is seen wearing a cream knit sweater with the BARBOUR x ALEXACHUNG 'Edith' corduroy-trimmed waxed-cotton jacket ($640).

In the still below we get a glimpse of the Spells of Love 'Alia' Hoop earrings.

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For the reveal of Insight 5, it appears Kate re-wore her white Zara waffle-knit blazer.

And lastly, the fifth and final Insight from our #5BigInsights: During the COVID pandemic, support from local communities has substantially increased for many - but not for all. pic.twitter.com/uvTsbpR8nA

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) November 28, 2020

The Duchess then went on to thank people for their contribution to the study.

I truly believe, big change starts small. pic.twitter.com/WWf1IuxrFj

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) November 27, 2020

​She sported her dark rose Marks & Spencer Wool Blend Double Breasted Blazer and Simone Rocha Faux-Pearl Curb-Chain Earrings.

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The Duchess concluded by answering questions submitted online from the public.

Thank you so much to everyone who submitted a question throughout the week - we've seen such an incredible response, touching on so many different aspects of the early years.

This is just the start of the conversation. Thank you for being part of it. pic.twitter.com/jqqV3sMV2R

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) November 28, 2020

She wore her Gucci Pussy Bow Silk Crepe Blouse in the final clip.

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If you would like to learn more about the Early Years study commissioned by The Royal Foundation and conducted by Ipsos MORI, you can read the report in full on The Royal Foundation website.