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Inspiration

February 19

Anne Curtis Is Running The Tokyo Marathon To Benefit Abused Kids

The actress and mom of a toddler will run the Tokyo Marathon in March 2023.

Anne Curtis, who recently turned 38 years old, will run her first marathon after giving birth to her and her husband Erwan Heussaff's first child, Dahlia Amelie, in 2020.The actress/TV host/entrepreneur is set to run the Tokyo Marathon on March 5, 2023,
Inspiration

December 4

Anne Curtis's Perspective On Child Rights As A Mom

The actress-TV host-entrepreneur has been a UNICEF ambassador since 2015.

In 2009, Anne Curtis started as a major donor to UNICEF, the special program of the United Nations devoted to aiding efforts to improve the health, nutrition, education, and general welfare of children.Six years later, in 2015, the actress, who began her
Real Parenting

November 23

Anne Curtis, Erwan Heussaff Parenting Style In Raising Dahlia

The actress-TV host is also a longtime UNICEF celebrity advocate for children.

Anne Curtis may have been born and given birth in Australia, but the Philippines will always be home to her, her Filipino-French husband Erwan Heussaff and their 2-year-old daughter Dahlia Amelie.The actress-TV host says her daughter "will grow up naturally knowing" the
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February 16

How To Develop Your Child's Reading Skills

UNICEF warned education loss due to COVID-19 pandemic ‘nearly insurmountable’

Almost two years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, its impact pierced through many aspects of our lives beyond just health. As United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund's (UNICEF) recent report showed, the COVID-19 pandemic has also caused disruptions in children's education.Last
Preschooler

December 7

Preschool Education Benefits Kids Five Years Later

A new report focused on children in Southeast Asia show the importance of preschool education.

A study that provides a learning assessment of children enrolled in Grade 5 across six countries in Southeast Asia (including the Philippines) shows that preschool can make a huge difference in a child’s education five years later.The 2019 Southeast Asia Primary Learning
Preschooler

February 24

Norway Is The Best Country To Raise Kids, Says Study

The study also shared what kids say make them the happiest.

Raising happy, healthy, and successful kids has always been the goal of most parents, but have you ever wondered whether the country you’re living in plays a part in fulfilling that wish? According to a new report, some countries do provide a
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October 17

It's Due to Malnutrition, Says UNICEF | Smart Parenting

About 200 million Filipino kids do not receive enough nutrition, a recent report reveals.

Malnutrition remains a big problem globally. In the Philippines, it is a big area of concern because kids are growing up to be too short for their age, and are either too thin or overweight, according to the United Nations International Children’s
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February 20

Anne Curtis and Daphne Paez Are UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors

The two vow to use their influence to advocate for the needs of Filipino children.

Over the years, both Anne Curtis and Daphne Oseña-Paez have dedicated time and energy into the causes they support in partnership with UNICEF. Aside from raising funds for different programs and advocacies, they joined volunteers in the field and met moms, malnourished
Preschooler

July 20

Chores Are Great for Kids, But We Hope You Apply This Golden Rule

It has lasting effects on their self-esteem and self-worth.

Filipino kids are one of the most "matulungin," according to a recent survey of 30 countries. But based on a new study by UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund), girls between 5 and 9 years old are spending 30 percent more time on household chores than boys
Your Kid’s Health

April 25

DOH: Measles Cases Are 3,671% Higher This Year Than 2017

Here's when to get your baby vaccinated against measles including the number of doses needed

Cases of measles, or tigdas, are on the rise in the Philippines, according to the Department of Health (DOH) in a statement released yesterday, April 24.Of the 5,450 measles cases recorded nationwide between January to April of this year, 905 cases were confirmed as measles
Baby

June 20

Dingdong Dantes Has a Message for Dads: 'Early Moments Matter'

“Hindi mo naman kailangan ng super powers para maging 'super dad' ka."

Health experts can’t stress it enough. How you care for your baby during his first 1,000 days is crucial in shaping his future. The first three years of a newborn's life has lifelong implications on your child's development. To highlight its importance,
Labor & Childbirth

May 5

This Drug May Prevent a Newborn From Losing His Mom in Childbirth

Our government needs to make sure this low-cost drug is available to every pregnant woman.

Every day, approximately 830 women die from preventable causes related to childbirth, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). UNICEF estimates that 11 Filipino mothers die every day, or an estimated 4,500 every year due to birth-related causes. That's more than 10 newborns every
Breastfeeding

March 15

UNICEF UK Weighs In on Newborn's Death Due to Severe Dehydration

The organization says supplementing with formula isn't the sole solution to address severe dehydration in infants.

The unfortunate death of Jillian Johnson's son, Landon, due to severe dehydration, though extremely rare, has put a spotlight on the pressure put on new moms to exclusively breastfeed and the way institutions and hospitals promote their exclusive breastfeeding program.The benefits of breast
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July 19

Top of the Morning: VP Leni Robredo Wants SPED Centers In All Public Schools

Plus, Neri Naig shares how she told Chito she's pregnant, Isabel Oli blogs about motherhood, and more!

1. VP Leni Robredo wants SPED centers in all public schools VP Robredo called for passage of a law that would establish special education (SPED) centers in all public schools https://t.co/WDP14waI56At the launch of UNICEF's photo exhibit featuring children with disabilities (CWDs),
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July 1

Top of the Morning: Is Toni Gonzaga Expecting a Baby Boy or Girl?

Plus, see how Ryan Agoncillo motivates Judy Ann Santos to work out, new digital Furby toy, and more!

1. Toni Gonzaga and Paul Soriano reveal baby’s sex And the baby is..."We're having a boy. It's going to be a mini-Paul,” the director revealed during an interview on Tonight With Boy Abunda. As for the baby's name, the soon-to-be parents, who are
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September 10

Baby Born in Legoland Gets Free Lifetime Visits To the Resort

He sure is one lucky kid!

1. Baby boy born at Legoland gets lifetime worth of visits to the resort Photo from Legoland Windsor Official FacebookMom Janine Atkinson was on her way to the hospital when the little eager beaver in her womb started to work his way into
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October 22

UNICEF Auction for Action to Fund Play-based Learning

Bid for one-of-a-kind pieces from notable Filipino artists & designers and help make a difference for children.

In celebration of National Children’s Month, UNICEF Philippines’ Auction for Action 2013 brings together over 90 artists in art, design, furniture and jewelry for Supervised Neighborhood Play Program (SNP), a unique education program that will benefit children and give them access to
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August 13

UNICEF Urges Urgent Action to Fight Violence against Children

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Liam Neeson enjoins everyone to "Make the Invisible Visible".

Violence against children is all too often unseen, unheard and underreported, said UNICEF recently, announcing an initiative that urges ordinary citizens, lawmakers and governments to speak out more forcefully to fight violence against children. The initiative builds on growing popular outrage that
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November 23

UNICEF: Philippines Has One of the Highest Premature Birth Rates in the World

With the number of premature babies on the rise, the government joins forces with institutions to improve essential newborn care guidelines.

According to a statement from the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF), the Philippines ranks the 8th highest among 184 countries when it comes to the prevalence of premature births. In fact, according to the UN World Health Organization, premature birth is the biggest
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October 22

Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is Now in the Philippines

This project is an example of Kids Helping Kids as it has been practiced since the campaign was started in the United States 60 years ago.

In celebration of the 20th year of National Children’s Month, UNICEF brings to the Philippines a unique tradition that has saved millions of lives of children each year - through the efforts of children themselves. Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF Superheroes campaign was recently

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