A healthy beginning can shape a child’s future, and in Taguig, that beginning starts with making sure mothers receive the support they need. Through the City’s Dietary Supplementation Program for Nutritionally-at-Risk Pregnant and Lactating Women, mothers are being given additional nutritional support during one of the most important stages of motherhood. The program provides beneficiaries with nutritious food and supplements for 90 days, helping address nutritional needs during pregnancy and lactation. Among the food items provided are iron-fortified rice, iodized salt, cereal bars, high-energy biscuits, malunggay drinks, and fruits.
Supporting Moms During the First 1,000 Days
The program recognizes the importance of the first 1,000 days of a baby’s life, beginning during pregnancy and continuing through the child’s early years. This period plays an important role in a child’s growth and development, making proper nutrition and support for mothers especially valuable. By providing additional nutritional resources, the initiative aims to help mothers receive adequate nourishment while caring for their babies.
More Than Food on the Table
For mothers, pregnancy and caring for a newborn can come with many responsibilities. Programs like this provide practical assistance while also reminding mothers that they do not have to face the journey alone. The support extends beyond simply providing food. It reflects an effort to promote maternal and child well-being by giving families access to resources during a crucial stage of life.
A Stronger Start for Every Baby
A baby's journey begins long before their first steps or first words. It begins with the health and well-being of the mother carrying them. Through initiatives focused on maternal nutrition, Taguig continues to highlight the importance of caring for mothers as part of building healthier communities. Because when moms are supported, babies have a stronger foundation for the years ahead.
