Esperanza Municipal Health Office - Nutrition Program

07/04/2026

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our outgoing BNS, Ma’am Juvy Miole, for your unwavering hard work, dedication, and commitment to service. Your efforts, especially in organizing and managing the 0–59 months masterlist, have greatly contributed to strengthening our nutrition program and ensuring that every child is accounted for and cared for.

Your passion and diligence have truly made a difference, not only in the system but in the lives of the families we serve. You have been an essential part of our nutrition family, and your presence will surely be missed.

Though you may be moving on to a new chapter, please know that you will always have a home with us. Balik-balik lang, Ma’am—we will always be grateful for you. 🙏

01/04/2026

Today, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to our incredible human milk donors who continue to support our Human Milk Hub. Your generosity and compassion provide life-saving nourishment to infants in need, especially those who are premature, ill, or unable to be breastfed by their own mothers.

Through your selfless act of donating breast milk, you are not only sharing a gift of nutrition but also offering hope, strength, and a healthier start to life for many babies. Your kindness creates a ripple effect that reaches families and communities, making a lasting impact beyond measure.

We honor and celebrate your dedication and willingness to give. You are true heroes, and we are deeply grateful for your invaluable contribution

First photo was our new regular milk donor and the second photo is the pick up Human milk for our NICU baby.

24/03/2026

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𝙋𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙞𝙣𝙤𝙮 𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙖 𝙇𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣: 𝙃𝙞𝙢𝙨𝙤𝙜 𝙣𝙜𝙖 𝙄𝙣𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣, 𝙃𝙞𝙢𝙨𝙤𝙜 𝙣𝙜𝙖 𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙖

Sa pagsaulog sa Women’s Month, atong dasigon ang matag babaye — ilabi na ang mga inahan nga nagapasuso — nga magpabiling himsog pinaagi sa husto ug balanseng pagkaon, subay sa Food and Nutrition Research Institute Pinggang Pinoy para sa lactating women.

Punoa ang plato og prutas, utanon, igo nga protina, ug pagkaong naghatag og enerhiya aron mapalig-on ang lawas ug masuportahan ang pagpasuso sa mga inahan.

Ang maayong nutrisyon makatabang sa inahan ug sa bata nga magpabiling himsog ug kusgan.

19/03/2026

This Women’s Month, we recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of our Barangay Nutrition Scholars in ensuring that no child is left behind.

👏 Salute to our BNS! madamo nga salamat sa inyong serbisyo!

17/03/2026

Did you know? 🤔
Malnutrition during the early years of a child’s life can affect how well they learn in school later on.

Children who experience chronic malnutrition or stunting may find it harder to keep up in class. The effects may not be obvious when they are very young, but as they grow older, it can impact their learning, growth, and opportunities.

💡 Good nutrition today builds a stronger future tomorrow.

Give your child the best start by ensuring proper nutrition from the First 1,000 Days ( )—from pregnancy until a child’s second birthday—and continue providing healthy foods as they grow.

🥗 Healthy children today, brighter futures tomorrow.

STRUGGLING READERS AMONG CEBU'S EARLY-GRADE STUDENTS

LOOK: Around 5 in 10 early-grade students in major cities in Cebu still struggle to read and understand simple sentences and paragraphs, the latest report from the national government showed.

Citing data from the Comprehensive Rapid Literacy Assessment, the Second Congressional Commission on Education defines struggling readers as learners who cannot read or understand a simple paragraph. | via Morexette Erram

READ: https://l.cdn.ph/strugglingreaderscebu

11/03/2026

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to another generous human milk donor for our Human Milk Hub. Your selfless act helps provide life-saving nourishment to vulnerable infants and supports our mission of giving every baby a healthy start in life. Thank you for sharing the precious gift of human milk. 👶💙

10/03/2026

💖 22nd National Buntis Day Celebration 💖

The Municipality of Esperanza proudly celebrated the 22nd National Buntis Day, a meaningful activity that highlights the importance of maternal health and recognizes the strength, courage, and beauty of our expectant mothers in the community.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat Chapter, headed by their President Doc Donna JY , for choosing the Municipality of Esperanza as the venue for this important celebration. Our sincere thanks as well to Doc Harry Navarete Jr. and Doc Jeby Duque del Fierro for their invaluable help and support in the preparation of this activity.

We would also like to sincerely thank all the OB-Gyne doctors who generously shared their time and expertise by providing services to our pregnant mothers during the activity. Your dedication and compassion greatly contributed to the success of this celebration and to the health and safety of our expectant mothers.

We also extend our deepest appreciation to our Municipal Mayor Junjun Ploteña for the continued support to programs that promote the health and well-being of our community.

Our heartfelt thanks as well to our Municipal Health Officer Doc Gil Son for the leadership, guidance, and dedication in ensuring that programs for maternal and child health are continuously strengthened in our municipality.

Thank you as well to Sir Larry Acana for taking the time to attend the activity and for showing his strong support for maternal health initiatives in our municipality.

To all the buntis who joined the celebration, and especially to the beautiful participants of Miss Buntis 2026, thank you for being part of this special event and for bringing joy and inspiration to everyone present.

Our sincere appreciation also goes to the Municipal Health Office (MHO) staff, HRH, Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), and Barangay Officials for their dedication, hard work, and unwavering support in making this celebration successful.

Together, we continue to promote safe motherhood, healthy pregnancies, and stronger families in Esperanza.

10/03/2026

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07/03/2026

Warmest birthday greetings to our dedicated and hardworking Barangay Nutrition Scholar Maam Roselyn T.Carbon

Your commitment and service in promoting proper nutrition and better health in our community are truly appreciated. May your special day bring you joy, good health, and continued inspiration in serving the barangay.

Happy Birthday and thank you for your valuable service!

27/02/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙣 𝙇𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙃𝙚𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝘽𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙑𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙩 𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙛 𝙃𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙡 𝙞𝙣 𝙂𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙨 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮 is a technical capacity-building activity aimed at strengthening the accuracy and reliability of anthropometric measurements in health and nutrition programs.

This training equips participants with the proper knowledge and practical skills in verifying, assessing, and maintaining length boards (for infants and young children) and height boards (for older children and adults). It covers standard measurement procedures, correct positioning techniques, equipment inspection, identification of measurement errors, and proper documentation in accordance with established health protocols.

Through hands-on exercises, demonstrations, and guided practice sessions, participants enhance their competency in ensuring that length and height boards provide precise and consistent measurements. Accurate anthropometric data are crucial in monitoring child growth and development, assessing nutritional status, and supporting evidence-based health interventions.

Held in a professional learning environment, the training reinforces quality assurance, standardization, and accountability in delivering reliable health and nutrition services to the community.

Mr. Leopoldo Ginate JR.,Health and Promotion focal person of RHU Esperanza attended the 3days intensive training

25/02/2026

National Buntis Day 2026
March 10, 2026
Esperanza, SK Gymnasium

The Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society, Inc. – Southern Mindanao Chapter (South Cotabato–Sultan Kudarat Area) is set to host the 22nd National Buntis Day and Search for Miss Buntis 2026 on March 10, 2026 (8:00 AM – 12:00 NN) at the Esperanza Gymnasium.
With the inspiring theme, “Traditional Roots and Innovations in Nursing Mothers,” this meaningful celebration aims to honor the strength, beauty, and vital role of pregnant women and nursing mothers in our communities.

The activity will highlight the importance of First 1000 days in a child life that stat during 1st day of Pregnacy and Integration of time-honored practices with modern medical advancements to ensure safe pregnancy and healthy motherhood.

The event will feature educational discussions, maternal health advocacy campaigns, and the much-anticipated Search for Miss Buntis 2026, which seeks to recognize empowered, confident, and health-conscious expectant mothers who embody grace and resilience during pregnancy.

This significant undertaking is made possible through the full support and collaboration of our local government officials and health leaders:
Hon. Junjun Mayor Junjun Ploteña , Municipal Mayor;
Dr. Gil Son L. Laspiñas, MD, MAHA, Municipal Health Officer;
Charity Hope Santillan Basilango , RN, MBFHF Coordinator; Nutritionist/Diatecian Blessing RC and Brader Jun Zerrudo Ginate Jr., Municipal Health Education and Promotion Officer.

Together, let us celebrate motherhood, promote safe pregnancy, and strengthen our commitment to nurturing healthy families in the Municipality of Esperanza. 💕

20/02/2026

We successfully collected a total of 53 breastmilk bags from our generous donor, Ma’am April 🥰

Today, the Esperanza Human Milk Hub has an abundant supply of breastmilk. If you know any baby in need, please feel free to send us a message or visit RHU Esperanza.