ANDA, Bohol — Breastfeeding mothers in Anda, Bohol are being invited to share their personal experiences and inspire other families through the National Breastfeeding Month 2026 Video Contest.
The contest, organized by the Municipality of Anda in partnership with the Anda Primary Health Care Facility, aims to highlight the love, strength and commitment of breastfeeding mothers while promoting the benefits of breastfeeding.
With the theme “My Breastfeeding Journey: A Story of Love, Strength, and Commitment,” the video contest gives mothers an opportunity to tell their breastfeeding stories and encourage other women to consider breastfeeding.
Who Can Join the Contest?
The contest is open to all breastfeeding mothers residing in Anda, Bohol. Participants must appear in their submitted videos together with their child, if applicable. Only one entry per barangay will be accepted. The contest is designed to give local mothers a platform to share real experiences, including the challenges they faced and how they overcame them.
Video Contest Guidelines
Participants are required to submit a one- to three-minute video featuring their breastfeeding journey.
The video may include how the mother started breastfeeding, challenges she experienced and how she overcame them, the benefits of breastfeeding for the mother and baby, a message of encouragement to other mothers
Participants must first like and follow the MNC Anda Bohol Official Facebook Page and record a video based on the contest theme. The entry should then be sent to the MNC Anda Bohol Facebook page with the required caption and information, including the participant’s name, barangay and child’s age.
Once uploaded, participants are encouraged to share and like their posts publicly and use the hashtags #MNCAndaBohol, #BreastfeedingMonth2026, and #BreastfeedingJourney.
Entries to Be Judged on Content and Creativity
The submitted videos will be evaluated based on several criteria. Content and Message will account for 40%, focusing on the breastfeeding experience and clarity of the message. Creativity and Presentation will make up 25%, covering storytelling, originality and overall impact. Another 25% will come from Audience Engagement, based on valid reactions, shares and comments. The remaining 10% will be based on Compliance with Guidelines.
Exciting Prizes Up for Grabs
The contest will recognize several winners for their breastfeeding stories. The Grand Winner will receive a Breastfeeding Journey Champion Trophy or Certificate, along with a special prize. The 1st Runner-Up and 2nd Runner-Up will receive certificate prizes. Special awards will also be given for the People’s Choice Award and Most Inspiring Breastfeeding Story.
Important Contest Dates
The National Breastfeeding Month 2026 Video Contest officially launched on August 5, 2026. Participants have until August 14, 2026 to submit their videos. Online voting will take place from August 15 to 21, while the awarding of winners is scheduled for August 31, 2026.
The contest encourages breastfeeding mothers in Anda to use their personal stories to educate, encourage and empower other mothers in the community. Through the campaign, the Municipality of Anda and the Anda Primary Health Care Facility aim to celebrate breastfeeding while reminding families of the importance of support for mothers and babies.
