21/08/2026
From a participantā¦ to a speaker. š¤
Today, I had one of those full-circle moments that I will forever keep in my heart.
I attended the 13th National Breastfeeding Congress not just as a delegate, but with the privilege of being invited as a guest speakerāsharing my knowledge and experience on supporting mothers during those crucial first 72 hours.
As Coach Pau, this moment means so much to me.
I still remember when I was simply a mom who believed that breastfeeding mattered. I had breast milk, I wanted to share it, and I wanted to help other mothers experience the same support and encouragement.
What started from that simple desire became an advocacy.
For 11 years, I have been learning, growing, showing up, and walking alongside mothers through their breastfeeding journeys. Hindi naging madali ang lahat. There were challenges, doubts, and moments when I questioned if I was doing enough.
But I kept going.
And today, I stood in front of fellow breastfeeding advocates and healthcare professionalsānot because I know everything, but because every mother I have supported, every experience, every lesson, and every year of doing this work has taught me something worth sharing.
From being a participant in the audience, to standing on the stage as a speaker.
What a beautiful reminder that sometimes, you donāt realize how far youāve come until you look back. š„¹š¤
To all my patients and mothers who continue to trust Coach Pau Lactation Support, thank you for allowing me to be part of such an important chapter in your motherhood journey. You are a huge part of why I continue this advocacy.
And to everyone who has believed in me, especially during the times when I struggled to believe in myselfāthank you.
I am deeply grateful to the organizing committee of the 13th National Breastfeeding Congress for this opportunity.
Special thanks to Dr. Jill Pardo for guiding me throughout the process, Dr. Arbie for remembering me, believing in me, and inviting me to become one of the speakers, Dr. Janezza and Nurse Lena for constantly checking on me, and Nurse Caren, our class moderator, for making the session such a wonderful experience.
Today was more than just a speaking engagement.
It was a reminder of why I started.
And why, after 11 years, I still choose to show up for mothers. š¤
With so much gratitude in my heart, thank you for trusting Coach Pau.
Para sa mga nanay. Para sa mga sanggol. Para sa breastfeeding. š«¶š»
