Catherine, Princess of Wales, has long been engaged ininspiring charity workwith a particular emphasis on children.

In thereport’sforeword, Kate writes about the significance of the early childhood years.

Indeed, what shapes our childhood shapes the adults and the parents we become."

Kate Middleton smiling

“The relationships in a family or surrounding that child are so important.

Kate adds that material possessions are less important than the strength of a family’s emotional bonds.

“But nothing is done.

Princess Catherine at Foxcubs Nursery

The time has long passed for ‘awareness.’

We need action long-term investment and funding in the early years,” she said.