February is annually celebrated as the Love Month. During this awaited season to many, it always come to mind that the unconditional love shared by my parents especially my mother is worth remembering. 

Unconditional love is known as an affection without any limitations, or love without conditions. This kind of love can be felt by anyone from a mother. It is a natural characteristic of mothers where it is their instinct to prioritize their child’s well-being and happiness above their own.

Where we are now and what we had become relies on the affections, encouragements and motivations we received from them.

I just wanna say “Thank You” to all the mothers out there for not giving up with your kids. Now that I am a certified nutrition advocates and a mother too, allow me to share my thoughts with you mothers, young mothers and soon to be mothers.

Have you heard about the power of the First 1000 Days? The First 1000 Days is the period starting from the first day of conception up to the first two years of life where a mother’s unconditional love is most felt as she is very careful and should be knowledgeable to ensure the optimum development of her child in the first 1000 days of life. Health and nutritional care for her and the child should be properly observed as these are critically needed most. How you feed and what you feed to your child is also the top priority. Breastfeed your child exclusively until his/her 180^th day and give appropriate complementary food the next day onwards while continuing breastfeeding. Any interventions or services missed during this period will or may cause problems to her and the most alarming condition is her child’s mental and physical development which will most of the time not be recovered.  Also, proper and sufficient knowledge on nutrition should be provided during this time as it has a great impact on a child’s health and productivity until he/she will reach his/her adult life.  A mother plays a big role during the first 1000 days of a child.

According to studies, a child shown with love and affection in the form of frequent holding and cuddling has an excellent physical and emotional development. This practice will also provide a stimulating environment and many ways where a child can learn, have a long-term good health and may help increase immunity. This affection generally helps in the milestone development of a child.  All of these are given by a mother through her unconditional love. This is also a kind of love that makes children feel safe and serve as the foundation of happiness.

Through a mother’s unconditional love and provision of quality time to her children, she also teaches the value of patience, forgiveness, apologies, cooperation, and consideration for others.

I am just thankful for all the love I received from them since birth. I look forward that you too will say “Thank You” to your mom and dad and share how lucky we are as their children. HJAB