Itâs not a surprise why parents love to follow the Tamang KAIN (Kid and Infant Nutrition) program for their kids. Tamang Kain provides assurance to parents that healthy eating habits can be formed even before a child turns one. The benefits of Tamang KAIN does not stop at developing healthy food choices – it also lowers the chances of young kids developing diseases due to poor food choices. However, with these benefits come the challenges. The hurdles are many and – sometimes – overwhelming enough to cause parents to stop their Tamang KAIN Journey.Â
Itâs no surprise – Tamang KAIN is new and itâs unconventional. Itâs different from what older parents know. For this reason, parents who choose to follow Tamang KAIN journey often meet criticisms than support. How do you push through? How do you continue despite the challenges? Here are some insights from real moms striving to follow the Tamang KAIN program:
Always remember the benefits. âThe benefits outweigh the challenges talaga,â says Mommy Patricia. âIt pays to remember that even though itâs hard, even if itâs not easy especially sa pag-prepare ng food, youâre protecting your childâs health. I think thatâs my biggest motivation – Iâm helping my child make healthy choices. Madadala niya ‘yun hanggang sa pag laki niya.âÂ
When the going gets tough, donât forget about the wonderful benefits of TK.Â
Attend Tamang KAIN seminars. Tamang KAIN seminars prepare parents for the challenges ahead. Mommy Sahlee – a TK advocate – encourages parents to attend seminars because it is through these that parents can develop a basic foundation of what Tamang Kid and Infant Nutrition is all about, and remember this when the journey gets overwhelmingÂ
Educate your spouse. This task of helping kids develop healthy eating habits does not rest on momâs shoulders alone. Dads are also encouraged to learn as much as they could regarding Tamang KAIN. When both parents are educated and informed, they can draw strength and support from each other. Pro-TK dads can stand by their wives when one of the biggest Tamang KAIN challenges happen – in-laws questioning a momâs parenting style.Â
Be firm. Your child, your rules – itâs an adage that will come in handy when people try to sway you from your Tamang KAIN commitment. Be firm – and make sure the people who care for your child know about it, too.Â
Never mind the naysayers.
âKawawa naman hindi nakakatikim ng masarap na pagkain.â
 âNoong 4 months kayo, pinakain ko na kayo ng kanin.âÂ
âLalaking mapili sa pagkain âyan.âÂ
The examples above are just some of the common lines TK parents often hear from naysayers. When the discouragement from other people becomes too overwhelming, remember the perks your child is going to reap in the future.
Be grateful for every Tamang KAIN success. Letâs face it – pursuing Tamang KAIN requires commitment and a ton of patience. Not every food youâre going to serve is going to be eaten by your kid. There will be times that you will ask âIs this even worth it?âÂ
Mom, Dad, it is. Itâs going to be challenging now, but it will bless your childâs health for a long time. Donât focus on the challenges – learn to celebrate TK successes no matter how small they seem.Â
The Tamang KAIN journey is not easy, but – as cliche as it may sound – itâs going to be worth it. Remember the benefits, find support from your spouse, and push through despite the criticisms – the fight for your childâs health and wellness is worth every effort.