Kate Middleton Shared Throwback Pic from Childhood

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The photo was taken by her mom, Carole Middleton.

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The post is part of the Shaping Us initiative, which attempts to increase awareness about the influence of early infancy on later life.

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The initiative encourages sharing childhood images and talking about early childhood memories.

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Kate launched the Centre for Early Childhood in 2021 to promote the importance of the first five years of life.

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She gave a major London speech and released a claymation short to promote early childhood experiences.

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Kate visited Leeds Kirkgate Market to talk to vendors and members of the public about the early years.

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The campaign is supported by Royal Foundation "champions," including Giovanna Fletcher and Zara McDermott.

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