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While waiting for their turn for their prenatal check up, mothers at the Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao City listen to the discussion on breastfeeding myths by a counselor from LATCH Davao, a breastfeeding support group. (Zea Io Ming C. Capistrano/davaotoday.com)

Duterte’s stance on longer maternity leave lauded

Post author:ZEA IO MING C. CAPISTRANO
Post published:December 30, 2016
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"There is a need for longer maternity leave because we are not born mothers. We become mothers. It takes time to adjust to our roles, get to know our body and our baby," said LATCH Davao founding member Alex Hao.

Political prisoner Amelia Pond.

Political prisoner spends first Christmas ?in hospital

Post author:EARL O. CONDEZA
Post published:December 25, 2016
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For the first time, Amelia Pond, 64, spent her Christmas at a hospital here.

GRP peace panel member Atty. Angela Librado (Paulo C. Rizal/davaotoday.com file photo)

18 political prisoners eligible for pardon

Post author:ZEA IO MING C. CAPISTRANO
Post published:December 22, 2016
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A government negotiator with the National Democratic Front of the Philippines said there are 21 political prisoners who already have clearances, 18 of whom are eligible for pardon.