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Senator Camille Villar has filed the “Barangay Breastfeeding Centers Act,” a measure that seeks to establish dedicated breastfeeding centers in every barangay nationwide to support mothers and ensure proper nutrition for infants. “Breast milk is the ideal food for babies–it provides complete nutrition, strengthens immunity, and even supports mothers’ mental health by reducing risks of […]
Senator Loren Legarda manifested her full support for the privilege speech of Senator Pia Cayetano recently, reaffirming her stance on the continuing need to protect and promote breastfeeding in the Philippines. “Breastfeeding is a proven life-saving intervention. The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF recommend initiating it within the first hour after birth, exclusively breastfeeding for […]
Senator Sonny Angara has renewed his call for the passage of House Bill 1305 or the Expanded Maternity Leave bill which will extend the number of paid maternity leave days from the current 60 to 120. “The longer period for maternity leave will free up time for mothers to exclusively breastfeed their babies, and in […]