In a quiet village of Ogujebein Obongi District West Nile Sub region, a four-year-old Sunday struggled to take a step. His weakened body had robbed him of milestones that most children his age enjoy with ease. At OPD Ibakwe HC II, Sunday was assessed, identified as malnourished and enrolled on nutrition program. Guided by AFOD nutritionist, his caretaker received health and nutrition education on optimal feeding practices and provision of foods rich in nutrients.
Beyond feeding, the nutritionist emphasized the importance of play and stimulation in childhood development, encouraging interaction that would strengthen his muscles and sharpen his senses. Days turned into weeks and something remarkable begun to unfold, Sunday started taking his first weak hesitant steps. His care givers who once feared he might never walk properly watched in awe as he moved across the compound.
Words of the child’s progress spread through the neighborhood like wildfire igniting hope among caregivers. His story is proof that malnutrition is not a life sentence, it can be reversed with nutrition education, when a child is given rightful feeding, care and support, they can overcome the hurdles. Today, Sunday doesn’t just walk, he runs. He plays with other children, laughs without hesitation and embraces the world around him. His steps and journey are a testament to the power of AFOD nutrition