Hello, fellow moms! I have to share my amazing experience at the Abbott Growth Watch event. Not only was this informative, but it also made me feel very inspired about the role I play in my children’s development. Let me break down the key points for you.
Two budding moments of growth:
- First 5 years: This is the golden window for us moms to lay the foundation for a healthy growth trajectory.
- What to focus on: Provide the right nutrition, care and lots of love – it sets the stage for a lifetime of happiness.
- Fascinating insight: It’s eye-opening to learn about specific nutrients that are important for bone, muscle, and overall development.
- 10-15 years old (adolescence): This is not just a phase; This is a growth spurt that requires our attention.
- Why it's important: The discussion highlighted the unique nutritional needs of this period of rapid growth.
- Mom’s advantages: As a mother, I have found these insights invaluable and they have given me practical tools to support my children through this critical period.
Thoughtful and holistic approach:
- More than just nutrition: The event emphasizes a comprehensive approach.
- Highlights: It's not just about providing nutrition; it's about creating an environment that promotes growth in all aspects: physical, mental and emotional.
- Practical tips: Regular exercise, quality sleep and a balanced diet are key components of overall growth.
Authorization and Responsibilities:
- Feel empowered: I left the event feeling a sense of responsibility and power.
- Practical knowledge: This is not just theory; The activities provided me with actionable suggestions to incorporate into my daily life to help my children achieve optimal growth.
A deeper understanding:
- Persistent insights: This event provided an enjoyable and insightful experience that deepened my understanding of key moments of growth.
- Travel equipment: Armed with this new knowledge, I feel better equipped to guide and support my children on their unique developmental journeys.
All in all, participating in the Abbott Growth Watch event was like a mini adventure that provided me with practical tools and a deeper understanding of my children’s development. This is about nurturing the potential of every child and creating the next generation to excel in all aspects of life! Cheers to our journey as growth coaching moms!
In the meantime, here are the details from the press release
Global statistics show that childhood malnutrition remains an ongoing health burden, including in the Philippines.1 According to the Ministry of Health, one in four children aged five and under is short or stunted. 2 Abbott is raising awareness and partnering with mom celebrities and the community to address developmental delays among children in the Philippines.
Abbott's Growth Watch program sheds light on children's developmental delays, a form of malnutrition. It is designed to enable parents to screen and identify developmental delays in their children so that their child's nutrition can be improved if needed.
Developmental delays can challenge a child's development, impact their overall health and limit their future potential. Children affected by developmental delays may be at risk for severe immune deficiencies, impaired cognitive function, behavioral problems, compromised bone health, and reduced muscle mass.3 , 4 ,5 , 6 The Philippines’ Nutrition Action Plan 2023-2028 states that poor feeding practices and low nutritional status are among the causes of malnutrition across the country.7 Additionally, two-thirds of Filipino mothers do not consider stunting to be an important child development issue.8
“There is a clear need to educate parents about the prevalence of stunting in children and its impact on growth and development,” explained Dr. Jose Dimaano Jr., director of nutrition medical affairs for Abbott Asia Pacific. “Early detection of growth problems and the prevention and treatment of children at risk for nutritional deficiencies Rapid intervention in children can have a profound impact on preventing stunting. That's why Abbott takes a multidisciplinary approach to support parents, working with communities and health care practitioners to provide tools and information to spot signs of malnutrition and take action.”
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By partnering with celebrity moms Chesca Kramer, Nadine Samonte, Divine Lee, Nina Corpuz, influencers and online mom communities, Abbott plans to raise awareness about developmental delays and provide parents with tools and educational resources to help their children reach their full potential. potential.
“Since its launch in 2021, Growth Watch has educated and reached more than 161,000 families, with the goal of doubling coverage by the end of next year,” said Angelico Escobar, general manager of Abbott's nutrition business in the Philippines. “Abbott's mission is to help children get a healthy start and achieve optimal growth. We know that malnutrition is complex and affects the development of children from all socioeconomic classes. GrowthWatch's work is part of Abbott's efforts to combat the global problem of malnutrition and help children reach their growth potential through measurement and proper nutrition. “
In 2021, Abbott launched the Abbott Center for Malnutrition Solutions, designed to reduce malnutrition. The center, created by Abbott in collaboration with external experts and partners, is dedicated to identifying, treating and preventing malnutrition among the world's most vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly and resource-poor populations. The Growth Watch program also helps achieve Abbott's 2030 Sustainability Plan goal of transforming care for malnutrition, chronic disease and infectious disease.
As part of the “Growth Watch” program, parents and guardians are invited to join the Moms Community to develop the habit of measuring themselves Children's height, providing proper nutrition to ensure the growth, well-being and development of children across the country. Available tools and resources include:
Nutrition plays a vital role in addressing the challenges of malnutrition and stunting. Addressing malnutrition early can help alleviate growth problems and ensure children develop to their full capacity. For children who don't get enough nutrition through food alone, nutritional supplements, such as PediaSure Plus, can help fill some of the gaps.Oral nutritional supplements recommended by doctors are Formulated with 37 key growth nutrients, including natural vitamin K2 and arginine, to accelerate growth 1.5 times and strengthen bones in 8 weeks.6
For more information about growth tools and resources, visit https://www.family.abbott/ph-en/pediasure/tools-and-resources.html.
For a free growth assessment and nutritional consultation, rEggiste online or through Call Abbott
Careline – Metro Manila: (02) 8995-1555 and PLDT toll-free: 1-800-10-995-1555.
