HEALTH

Grade 8

Learning Module No. ___2______

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LEARNING MODULE FOR HEALTH Grade 8 QUARTER 2 Family life Lesson 1 Courtship, Dating, and Marriage

Introduction Family is a very important part of our everyday life. It helps us in improving our personality. It also helps us in shaping our life. It teaches us the value of integrity, love and honesty and provides us with tools necessary for success. Do you know how your parents met and formed your family? Were you able to ask them their love story? Family is considered a place where you can be yourself. It is a place where you are accepted for what you are. This is where you are completely tension free and everyone is there to help you. Family encourages you when you are surrounded by problems. It helps you survive through tough times and brings joy and happiness into your life. Today, most people dont realize the importance of family, they prefer to spend most of their time with their friends. But when they are surrounded by problems, it is their family that helps solve them. At the time when even our best friends refuse to help us, it is our family that will help us. So it is very important for each and every individual to give importance to his/her family above anything else and enjoy spending time with family members. Have you imagined yourself going through a process of dating, courtship, and marriage? This module is designed for you to identify the importance of planning marriage in having a successful family life in the future.

Objectives At the end of the lesson, you are expected to do the following 1. Recognize the different factors that contribute to a successful marriage. 2. Discuss the roles and responsibilities of parents in fulfilling the needs of their children. 3. Analyze the effects of having a big family and problems it may cause to the health of the nation. 4. Make a plan on how to have a successful marriage

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Pre-Assessment LOOP-A-WORD Loop as many words as you can that have something to do with marriage. Use the words in a sentence or give the meaning of each.

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Dating______________________ Engagement__________________ Courtship____________________ Love _______________________ Infatuation___________________ Marriage_____________________ Friendship____________________

R R M A R R I A G E F O O E E E H T A L C A R E V U G N F G N E W B O R N E R N I N F A T U A T I
Pregnancy___________________ Newborn____________________ Family______________________

oOo You did a good job! Now, think of what you wanted to achieve after running through this module. oOo

Learners Goals and Targets

MY GOALS
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and targets for this lesson in a health notebook/diary:

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I. WHAT TO KNOW Activity 1. Hello Learners! Lets do picture-connectivity.

What words can you form out of these pictures? ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ How do these pictures apply to you? ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________

Why is courtship and dating important in choosing a lifetime partner? ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________

oOo Good job! Now you may continue to the next activity oOo Activity 2: What comes into your mind seeing the picture below? How does the picture appeal to you? Does it bring good feeling or bad feeling? Does it spell something? Give your assessment. 1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 4. 4.
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oOo You are doing good. Keep it up! oOo Love and Infatuation are both intense emotions that one feels for another person. These feelings are most often confused for each other by many people. But the two feelings differ in their actuality of love, intensity, and final outcome. Infatuation or crush is the state of being completely carried away by unreasoning passion or love; addictive love. Infatuation usually occurs at the beginning of relationships when sexual attraction is central. Love can be described as a feeling of intense affection for another person. It is most often talked about as an emotion between two persons.

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Comparison Category Definition:

Infatuation

Love

Infatuation is the state of being completely carried away by unreasoning desire.

A decision to commit oneself to another and to work through conflicts instead of giving up. A deeper understanding or care. Decision to devote yourself to another person for better or worse.

Associated with: SubCategories:

Selfish uncontrollable desire

Physical desire, crush, or lust , hormonal activity, addictive chemical reactions in the brain

Intimacy, commitment, security

Symptoms:

Urgency, intensity, sexual desire, anxiety, high risk choices, reckless abandonment of what was once valued

Faithfulness, confidence. Willingness to make sacrifices for another. Working at settling differences. Able to compromise so that either both win or at least give the other person's opinion a chance

Feels like:

All consuming euphoria similar to recreational drug use (addictive chemical reactions in the brain), stupidity (cupidity); Can risk everything for the next hit of adrenalin

A deep affection, contentment, confidence.Partners communicate and negotiate appropriate expectations. Requires a lot of selflessness and polite assertiveness.

Person to Person: Effect:

Reckless commitment to satisfy one's Commitment to another all consuming lust Being controlled by brain chemistry; loss of ability to make rational evaluations of what is true, valuable and worthy of pursuit Steadfast decision to commit yourself to another person.

Result:

Emptiness, consequences of choices made while under the influence of mind numbing lust;

Security, peace, a solid partnership which can provide the ideal atmosphere to raise confident secure children; a more stable society; radical decrease in the need for welfare, jails, lawyers and mental health counselors.

Interdepend ency:

Cannot be sustained without some portion of love and physical attraction, always desire to be close to that person at any cost.

Partnership

Time Period:

Takes off fast and furious like a spark Long term offering of companionship and support in dry grass burns out quickly and can leave feelings of emptiness.

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Attraction is admiration for someone that may include the desire to get to know that person better. Attraction usually takes place in the form of infatuation or crush. Infatuation is admiration for someone while not recognizing that persons flaws. Crushes usually last for only a short time, few weeks or maybe a few months. These feelings are completely normal and are part of becoming a young adult. Most people begin to form romantic relationships based on love. Love is deep affection for someone and is based on a true desire for the other persons best interests. In a healthy relationship, the other person shares and responds with the same kind of love. Learning to develop, nurture and even deal with the loss of these relationships are important ways to prepare for adult relationships. Activity 3: Here are three boxes which needs your views and to be shared to the class.
DEFINITIONS / MEANINGS / WORDS THAT YOU ASSOCIATE WITH COURTSHIP __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ PRACTICES ASSOCIATED WITH COURTSHIP ______________________ ______________________ ______________________ ______________________ ______________________ ______________________ IMPORTANCE OF COURTSHIP ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____

Courtship is the period in a couple's relationship which precedes their engagement and marriage or it is an establishment of an agreed relationship of a more enduring kind. During courtship a couple get to know each other and decide if there will be an engagement or such agreement. A courtship may be an informal and private matter between two people or may be a public affair or a formal arrangement with family approval.

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Here are different traditional practices of Philippines

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Did you know? courtship in the

Ilocos and Tagalog regions In Ilocos, serenading is known as tapat, "to be in front of the womans house likely the same to harana and also to the balagtasan of the Tagalogs. The suitor begins singing a romantic song, then the courted lady responds by singing too. Rooster courtship, a form of courting in Luzon is done differently. The rooster is assigned to be the "negotiator", wherein the male chicken is left to stay in the home of the courted to crow every single morning for the admired lady's family. Bulacan In the province of Bulacan in Central Luzon, the Bulaqueos have a kind of courtship known as the naninilong which means serenading from the basement. At midnight, the suitor goes beneath the nipa hut, a house that is elevated by bamboo poles, then prickles the admired woman by using a pointed object to catch the attention of the sleeping lady, after they converse in whispers. Kalinga The Ifugaos practice a courtship called ca-i-sing or ebgan to Kalingas and pangisto to Tingguians, where a man and a woman are separated into "houses". The house for the males is called Ato, while the house for females is known as the olog or agamang. The man visits the womans house to sing romantic songs and the woman reply to these songs also through singing. The courtship ritual is guarded by the elders who inform the parents of both parties about the progress of the courtship process. Batangas In Batangas a traditional eve of the wedding procession is done. The purpose is to bring the cooking ingredients for the celebration to the brides home, where refreshments awaits. Pangasinan In Pangasinan, folks utilizes the taga-amo, which means "tamer", a form of love potions or charms which can be rubbed to the skin of the admired. It can also be in the form of drinkable potions. The suitor may also resort to the use of palabas, meaningshow or drama, wherein the woman succumbs to revealing her love to her suitor, who on the other hand pretends to commit suicide if the lady does not confess her true feelings. Apayao The Apayaos has a practice that allows a man and a woman to sleep together during the night. This is known as mahal-alay. This form of courting assists in assessing the womans feeling for her lover.
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Palawan In Palawan, they perform courtship through the use of love riddles or pasaguli. The purpose of the love riddles is to assess the sentiments of the parents of both suitor and admirer. After this pabalic / pabalik is done to settle the price in a form of dowry that will be received by the women from the courting man. Visayas When courting, Cebuanos also resort to serenading, called balak. They also write love letters that are sent through a trusted friend or relative of the woman. Presents are not only given to the woman, but also to her relatives. They also use love potions to win the affection of the woman. Man from Leyte performs the pangagad or paninilbihan instead of paying a form of dowry during courtship. The suitor accomplishes household and farm chores for the family of the woman. The service normally lasts for approximately a year before the man and woman can get married. It is also referred to as subok - a trial or test period for the serving suitor. In Bicol, it is called pamianan. Mindanao Palabas, sarakahan tupul, or magpasumbahi, is practiced by the Tausugs of Mindanao. A suitor would threaten to stab his heart while in front of the courted womans father. If the father of the woman refuses to give her daughters hand to the suitor, the suitor is smitten by a knife. The Bagobos, on the other hand, sends a knife or a spear as a gift to the home of the courted woman for inspection. Accepting the weapon is equivalent to accepting the mans romantic intention and advances. Pre-arranged marriages and betrothals are common to Muslims. These formal engagements are arranged by the parents of men and the women. This also involves discussions regarding the price and the form of the dowry. The Tausog people proclaims that a wedding, a celebration or announcement known as the pangalay, will occur by playing percussive musical instruments such as the gabbang, the kulintang, and the agong. The wedding is officiated by an Imam. Readings from the Quran is a part of the ceremony, as well as the placement of the groom's fingerprint over the bride's forehead. Courtship Practices at the Age of Technology A suitor can court a woman through the use of cellphones. Frequent texting and calling one another develop their feeling of belongingness until such feeling develops into a deeper relationship resulting to love. It gives one a chance and time to get to know better the character and A man canbackground court a woman through Facebook Twitter, Skype or other social of ones future lifetime ,partner. networking sites. Courting gives time to understand one another. It reveals ones interests, likes and dislikes limitations, and other aspirations in life. It allows couples to decide whether they want to be committed. It allows couples to know if they are ready to be commit. It develops security. It develops understanding and acceptance.
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Why is it important for couples to undergo a courtship?

And you should not forget this Showing Affection Whether or not you are dating, there are many healthy ways for persons to show affection which may lead to courtship between persons, especially of the opposite sex who are physically and emotionally attracted with one another. It is an important part of being close friends to build trust and confidence with one another. Activity 4: Identify the pictures of showing affection and give other examples.

Giving a smile or a kind laugh to someone Telling someone how much he / she means to you Remembering important events in ones life especially a birthday Writing a card, a note, or a letter Giving a small gift, such as flowers and chocolate Texting, chatting in social networking sites, communicating via internet Spending quality time together Cheering for someone at a game or performance Holding hands Patting shoulders

You are very studious. I am positive you can work on these activities: Activity 5: DO YOU KNOW? In your activity notebook, copy and answer the following questions. a. What does it mean to go on a date? _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________
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b. What are the activities usually done during dates? _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
c. How does it differ from a regular outing?

_________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ oOo Good job! Now you may continue to the next activity oOo

Activity 6: Use of Metacards

You will be given a strip of cartolina where you can define dating, and write its advantages and disadvantages. Be ready to present and defend your ideas to your teacher.

Did you know that << DATING

is a social activity which involves two or more people generally assessing each others suitability for a potential relationship. Dating can also be enjoyed as part of an already active relationship. The word dating actually comes from the arranging of a time and date of meeting. is a form of courtship consisting of social activities done by two people, as partner in an intimate relationship or as a spouse. it refers to the act of meeting and engaging in some mutually agreed upon social activity, together, as a couple >.>

Types of dating: a. Standard date involves two people b. Double date two couples go on a date at the same time and place c. Group date where any number of couples can enjoy a date

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Importance of Dating It forms affection and respect. It strengthens the relationship. It gives quality time to each other. It leads one to observe the other persons character. Provides an opportunity for one to know his/her strengths and weaknesses in dealing with the opposite sex. Dating in a relationship is important because it allows you to get to know the person you are in a relationship with, while having a good time. Dating helps to reveal any potential problems you may have if pursuing a more serious relationship with a person, and it sets the foundation for marriage.

In addition..

Going steady -a period wherein the relationship between two people remains strong and well.

Engagement a period of agreement entered between two people in love for them to be able to know each other and their families well enough to be sure that they are ready and are suited for life-long companionship. It provides opportunity to develop interpersonal skills useful before and even within marriage. Time of understanding and devoting much time to explore each others strengths and weaknesses so they could adjust to one another.

Activity 7: If you are engaged, which do you prefer, Long Engagement or Short Engagement period? Explain in front of the class.

___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Wow! That is very nice. You have high standard expectations. Do you want to know more? Read on. Activity Activity 8: MY IDEAL PARTNER

On a separate sheet of paper, draw, and color your ideal man / woman. Below your drawing, write the characteristics you expect from him / her.
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Marriage is the most enjoyable human relationship. It is the most significant event that may happen to your life. It takes only two people, a man and a woman to unite and make a successful relationship as married couple. Marriage is a lifelong partnership of a man and a woman, two unique individuals, who understand, respect, care, and love each other. It is a bond between two people who continue to grow and develop their best qualities as human beings. Marriage is not a mere contract but an inviolable social institution. Its nature, consequences and practices are governed by law and not subject to stipulation except that the marriage settlements may to a certain extent fix the property relations during the marriage. (Civil Code of the Philippines) Marriage is a cherished institution under which man and woman believe in one faith and children are conceived, raised, and nourished to become useful and productive citizens of the country and the world. It is essential to the continuity of the human race. Filipinos view marriage as a sacrament and a lifelong commitment. Husband and wife work for the successful and harmonious relationship at home and among family members. Trust, respect, kindness, and love are essential factors to attain this goal. Factors Necessary to Consider in choosing a lifetime partner to work out for Successful Married Life: 1. Maturity a) Can make good decisions b) Responsible in handling relationships

2. Fidelity a) b) c) Can make the relationship lasting Sincere and true to his / her promises Considers relationships sacred

3. Commitment a) b) Can make peaceful and lasting relationship Dedicated in fulfilling his / her responsibilities

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4. Love a) Strengthens relationship b) Understands one is partner c) Enduring

5. Economic Readiness a) Aims for better future of the family b) Financially stable c) Good provider for the needs of the family

6. Physical Maturity a) Proud of having good partner b) Have healthy body

7. Character a) Responsible and honest b) Hard-working and industrious c) Respectful and compassionate d) God-fearing

DID YOU KNOW?

EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 209

Marriage is a special contract of permanent union between a man and a woman entered into in accordance with law for the establishment of conjugal and family life. It is the foundation of the family and an inviolable social institution...
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THE THE FAMILY FAMILY CODE CODE OF OF THE THE PHILIPPINES PHILIPPINES July July 6, 6, 1987 1987

The Family Code of the Philippines sets eighteen (18) as the age of majority of the Filipinos. However, for marriages between the ages of 1821, the written consent of the parent is required. Without the written consent, the marriage is voidable. A person who is between the ages 21-25 is obliged to ask their parents or guardian for advice and has to make a sworn statement that advice was sought and given. If there is no parental advice or if the advice is unfavourable, the marriage license is issued only after three months after the publication of the application for the license. The marriage of persons who are below 18 years of age is void (not lawful, not legal) and therefore, no true marriage took place.

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Activity 9: Can you cite another law that strengthens the bond of a man and a woman as a couple? Share it by writing your ideas in your activity notebook. Remember to present it in class and to share it to your friends / classmates, relatives, or neighbours. RECIPE / INGREDIENTS OF A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE 1. Love 2. Understanding / Respect 3. Care 4. Loyalty 5. A Shared Philosophy 6. Cooperation 7. Growth 8. Involvement 9. Sharing and Giving 10. Communication

To achieve a better married relationship with a partner, communication must be exercised that may lead to mutual accommodation and adjustment.

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Is it Love or Infatuation? II. WHAT TO PROCESS Activity 10: Read and answer the following questions. Share your answers in class.
1. What can you say about the article? 2. What does it want to tell you? 3. What lesson can you get from the article?

Infatuation is an instant desire. It is one set of glands calling to another. Love is a friendship that has caught fire. It takes root and grows, one day at a time. Infatuation is marked by a feeling of insecurity. You are excited and eager, but not genuinely happy. There are nagging doubts, unanswered questions, little bits and pieces about your beloved that you would just as soon not examine too closely it might spoil the dream. Love is quiet understanding and the mature acceptance of imperfection. It is real. It gives you strength and grows beyond you to bolster your beloved. You are warmed by his/her presence even when he/she is away. Miles do not separate you. You want him/her nearer, but near or far, you know he/she is yours and you can wait. Infatuation says, "We must get married right away! I can't risk losing you!" Love says, "Be patient. Do not panic. Plan your future with confidence." Infatuation has an element of sexual excitement. If you are honest, you can admit it is difficult to be in one another's company unless you are sure it will end - in intimacy. Love is the maturation of friendship. You must be friends before you can be lovers.

Activity 11: Film Analysis

Infatuation lacks confidence. When he/she is away you wonder if he/she is cheating. Sometimes you check.

HI! Lets unwind and watch a video clip. After watching, read and answer the questions. Love means trust. You are calm, secure, and unthreatened. Your beloved feels that also and that makes him/her even (Reference: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VolwsYhOCTc ) more trustworthy. What time of your life would you prefer courtship? Why? Infatuation might lead you to do things you will regret later, Is it necessary to undergo courtship? Why? but love never will. Compare courtship before and at present times. Love is an upper. It makes you look up. It makes you think Why do you think courtship at up. present times is you fastera and easierperson. than before? It makes better Which do you prefer, courtship before or at the present times? Support your answer. (source: http://www.drirene.com/isitlove.htm) oOo Great job! Now you may proceed to the next activity oOo

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Activity 12: WHAT YOULL DO? In your activity notebook, write your answers to the question.

What are the benefits of dating? a. As a couple

b. As a group

oOo Good job! Now you may continue to the next activity oOo Activity 13: MINIATURE BULLETIN BOARD Prepare a miniature bulletin board to express your stand on the issue dating is/not necessary in having a relationship.

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III. WHAT TO REFLECT AND UNDERSTAND Activity 14: Sharing of personal experiences in courtship This activity will help you to reflect on your past experiences during courtship and to understand the nature of the boys and girls during courtship. Procedure:

Make a single circle, so that everyone will have a chance to talk and share his/her personal experiences. Close your eyes for one minute and reminisce the past. Each one of you has one minute to share.

After the sharing, answer the following questions: How do you feel sharing your love story? Do boys and girls have the same style in courting the opposite sex? What can you say about courtship before and at present times?

Excellent job! You are truly in love. Keep it up for the next activity. Activity 15: POEM ANALYSIS Lets Begin! Group yourselves into four. You will interpret the message of this poem. Your group is given 2-3 minutes for the presentation.
Dont think you can direct the course of love, For love, if it finds you worthy, Directs your course. - Khalil Gibran
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oOo Good work! Now you may proceed to the next activity oOo Activity 16: Below are terminologies that you encountered earlier in the lesson, can you remember their meanings? a. Fidelity ______________________________________________________

b. Commitment ______________________________________________________ c. Character ______________________________________________________

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d. Maturity e. Marriage

______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________

Activity 17: VERSE IT OUT Be with your groupmates and choose one verse that best suit your principles about marriage. The group will explain it in front of the class. Youll be given five minutes to explain your answer.
a. Mark 10:6-9 "But at the beginning of creation, God made them male and female. For

this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate." b. 1 Corinthians 7:3 The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband. c. Quran [24:32] You shall encourage those of you who are single to get married. They may marry the righteous among your male and female servants, if they are poor. GOD will enrich them from His grace. GOD is Bounteous, Knower. d. Qur'an [30: 12] He has planted affection and mercy between you. oOo Good job! Now you may continue to the next activity oOo

Activity 18: Choose an issue below and discuss it in a group if you are in favour or not. You are given 10 minutes to conceptualize before you share it in front of the class. 1. Early Marriage 2. Live-in partners 3. Same sex marriage

Activity19. I Should Decide If you do not find the characteristics in the person you like, will you still consider him / her your lifetime partner? Explain your answer in front of the class.

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Activity 20: AM I PREPARED?

Be with your groupmates and discuss your answers to the following questions. Remember to share your answers with others after 5-10 minutes.
What is your concept of marriage? Do you know of persons who are married? How long had they been married? Tell something about their relationship.

Activity 21: MARRIAGE VOWS Here is a copy of the marriage vows from a Protestant Church. A member of couples today, are choosing to write their own marriage vows printed in their wedding invitation. Can you recall some? Share it with your classmates. In the space provided, write your own version of the marriage vows that highlight what is important to you.

I (name), take you (name) to be my (husband/wife), my partner in life and my one true love. I will cherish our union and love you more each day than I did the day before. I will trust you and respect you, laugh with you and cry with you, love you faithfully through good times and the bad, regardless of the obstacles we may face together. I give you my hand, my heart, and my love, from this day forward for as long as we both shall live.

Now, reflect on this marriage vow. Do you like it? Its you turn to write your own marriage vows in your diary and explain why you chose the vows you have written.
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 Excellent job! You are truly in love. Keep it up for the next activity.

IV. WHAT TO TRANSFER Activity 22: To fully understand courtship before and at present times. Form a group and decide on which to portray: how courtship is done before or at present times. Your group will be given five minutes to prepare for a presentation. Rubric to be used on the activity: (5) Excellent (4) Good (3) Need Some improvement (2) Needs Much improvement (1) Fair

Scoring Criteria Relates to audience Provides a fluent rendition of scenario Role-plays scenario with feelings and expressions Varies intonation Present characters appropriately Gives the scenario its full range

Very well! You may now enjoy your accumulated points. Lets continue with the next activity. Activity 23: DEBATE Be with your groupmates and prepare for a debate by reflecting on and answering these questions: At what stage in ones life should one be allowed to go on dates? Do you think a grade 8 student like you should already be allowed to go on dates? Justify your stand.

Assess your performance using this rubrics. .

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Rubrics for Debate 1 = weak; 2 = developing; 3 = adequate; 4 = above average; 5 = strong

1. Opening statements clearly addressed the central issues of the debate. 12345 2. Overall impression on the presentation eye contact, use of voice 12345 3. Claims showed evidence of research. 12345 4. Rebuttal statements effectively addressed the statements of the opposing team. 1 2 3 4 5 5. The presentation demonstrated organization and forethought. 12345 6. Final statements effectively summarized salient points and improved the teams position. 12345 7. Participants adhered to rules and procedures. 12345 Activity 24: MY FUTURE MARRIED LIFE In your activity notebook, project on and write a description of yourself as a married person 10 years from now. Use the following questions as a guide.
1. How many children do you envision to have?

2. How would you be like as a husband / wife? 3. How do you see yourself as a parent? Activity 25: MY DREAM FAMILY

Make your dream family by writing your plans and then draw your dream family in the box intended for it. Below the diagram, explain why you choose your dream family. MY PLANS MY DREAM FAMILY

___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________

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Activity 26: Think of a successful married couple you know. This couple might be your parents or guardians, grandparents, an aunt and uncle, or neighbors. In your activity notebook, copy and complete the chart by putting a check mark at appropriate column after each question. Remember the points that contribute to the success of their marriage. Name of Couple: _____________________________ Guide Questions Always Sometimes Never

Do they communicate effectively? Do they respect each other? Do they have fun together? Are they committed to the marriage? Do they both make compromises? Are they friend with each other? Do they love each other? Do they appear to be attracted to each other?

Focus questions: a. What do you think makes this marriage successful? Explain. b. What can you learn from the marriage? If you were to be asked, what would you do / follow when you get married to make your marriage successful?

SUMMARY Choosing a lifetime partner involves some processes: crushes or infatuation, dating, courtship, engagement are practiced and exercised. Dating leads to the development of intimacy between couples or within a group. Dating steadily, dating in groups are all healthful ways of developing a healthy relationship. A couple or groups can date, going together to different places, such as the movies, parties, dances, fiestas, and other celebrations. Dating gives you a quality time to talk to people. Best of all, couple or group dating is fun. There are different traditional courtships in the Philippines like practices of singing romantic love songs, reciting poems, writing letters, and gift-giving.
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The union of man and woman is given dignity by the sacrament of matrimony. Marriage is a promise, a covenant to keep the partnership for life not only for the sake of staying together but more for the growth and good of each other and for responsible rearing of children. Married couple should by all means protect the sanctity of their marriage and must be true to their vows. They should be strongly united and focused not only to each other but also practice responsible parenthood.

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LEARNING MODULE FOR HEALTH Grade 8 QUARTER 2 Family life

Lesson 2 Pregnancy-related concerns and pre-natal care

Introduction Pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of many changes. Your body will go through a lot on the way to creating a new person.

Objectives At the end of the lesson, you are expected to do the following:

This module is designed for you to be aware of pregnancy-related concerns and prenatal care, importance of maternal nutrition during pregnancy, essential newborn protocol, and advantages of breastfeeding to have a harmonious relationship in a family.

Talk about pregnancy-related concerns and prenatal care. Explain the importance of maternal nutrition during pregnancy. Discuss essential newborn protocols. Recognize the advantages of breastfeeding.

Pre-test Multiple choice: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write it in your activity notebook.

___1. The reproductive process wherein the male gamete and female gamete unite to form a new single cell. A. Fertilization B. Ovulation C. Implantation D. Gestation

___2. The fertilized egg develops into a baby in the _______. A. Ovaries B. Fallopian tube C. Uterus D. Stomach
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___3. The developing human is called ______. A. Fetus B. Zygote C. Baby D. Embryo

___4. The developing human is fed in the womans womb through. A. Mammary gland B. Placenta C. Uterus D. Bladder

___5. The place of pregnancy that starts from week 13 to 27. A. First trimester B. Second Trimester C. Third Trimester D. Second and third trimester

___6. The phase of pregnancy that lasts from week to birth A. First trimester B. Second Trimester C. Third Trimester D. Second and third trimester

___7. The process of birth wherein the doctor removes the baby from the womb. A. Ceasarian section B. Normal delivery C. Surgical operation D. Painless Delivery

___8. The behavioural development of a healthy baby wherein he/she learns to vocalize and controls movement of the head. A. 0-1 month B. 4-5 months C. 6-7 months D. 2-3 months

___9. The best and ideal form of infant feeding is through _______. A. Breastfeeding B. Bottle feeding C. Mix feeding D. All of the above

___10. Lactation is the period of milk production initiated by what hormone in the mammary gland? A. Progesterone B. Estrogen C. Prolactin D. None of the above

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oOo You did very well on this one. Keep it up! oOo

Learners Goals and Targets

MY GOALS In your health notebook / diary, you may now write your goals and targets for this lesson.
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WHAT TO KNOW

Activity 27.

Pregnancy Discomfort Trimester condition

Morning sickness

Complications Health

Braxton Hicks Contraction

Do you recognize the words above? Share what it means to the class. A New Beginning After marriage, a couples desire is to build a family. Humans are reproduced through sexual reproduction. In this kind of reproduction, the reproductive cells of man and woman join together to make a new human cell. This process is called fertilization. Fertilization is a reproductive process wherein half of the genes of the father and mother combine to form a single cell; the new cell then divides and forms more cells. This ball of cells enters the uterus and attaches itself to the uterine wall. The attachment of the developing cells to the uterus is called implantation. Pregnancy is the time when a new cell is formed during fertilization, grows and develops into a baby in the womans uterus. From the time that the ovum and the sperm cell unite until the end of the eight week, the developing human is called embryo. From the eight week until
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birth, the developing human is called the fetus. A normal pregnancy generally lasts until 9 months or 38-40 weeks. Teenage Pregnancy (Mccoy and Wibbelsman, 1992: 235-236) An unplanned and unwanted pregnancy can cause emotional anguish, possible health risks, and in some cases, limited life options. Teenage pregnancies are premature because they occur in mothers who may be too young and/or immature to care for a child adequately. In such cases, the mother may be so young endangering pregnancy. Consider this statistics: 1. Teens 15 and younger, face a 60% higher risk of death during pregnancy and child birth than young mothers on the age of 20. 2. Babies born to young teenage mothers are two to three times more likely to die during their first year than babies born to older mothers. 3. Teen mothers are twice more likely to have low birth weight infants (at risk for physical and mental defects as well as increased risk of dying). 4. Seventy percent of teen mothers get no medical care at all during critical first months of pregnancy and 25% get no prenatal care at all. This is specifically dangerous because, while a teen may be able to conceive a baby, her body may not be quite ready for the stresses of pregnancy and child birth. Thus, she is at higher risk for complications like high blood pressure, toxaemia, prolonged and difficult labor, more vaginal lacerations during childbirth, and more after-delivery complications and infections. 5. Even with good prenatal care, teenager mothers are more likely to have premature labor and to deliver low birth-weight babies. 6. Young teen mothers are likely to drop out of school and face high risk of unemployment, poverty, and dependence on parents. 7. If they marry due to pregnancy, their risk of break up or separation is high. 8. The young mother is more likely to be angered and disillusioned by her babys demands and may become an abusive parent. Each mother is a distinct individual. Some young women make wonderful mothers and manage to build satisfying lives for themselves. Unfortunately, these tend to be in minority. Chances are, if you are a pregnant teenager, young pregnancy is a problem for you and your family. Activity 28: Look at the pictures and spot their differences. Be guided by the questions below. <picture 1: skinny pregnant woman> <picture 2: healthy pregnant woman>

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a. Describe the pictures. Are they different?

b. Why do you think they differ? Explain your answer.

oOo You did very well. Keep it up! oOo Changes in the Mothers Body During pregnancy, a womans body undergoes many changes. As soon as implantation happens, the mothers uterus releases special hormones, which is only released by the womans body during pregnancy. Some of the hormones produced by the pregnant womans body makes her nauseated, this situation is called morning sickness and usually last for 3 months. The same hormones make the womans breast enlarge and prepare to produce milk. Over the 9-month period, the womans uterus stretches to hold a full-sized newborn baby. This stretching makes her abdomen get larger. A pregnant woman also experiences swelling of legs, difficulty in sleeping, restlessness, and irritability as the fetus gets larger. Many woman, feel clumsy or uncomfortable too because of the changes that taking place. Nourishing the Baby Almost everything that goes into the mothers body enters her bloodstream and goes to the placenta. The placenta is an organ that grows in the womans uterus during pregnancy and allows nutrients, gases, and wastes to be exchanged between the mother and the fetus. The mothers blood circulates on one side of the placenta, while the fetus blood circulates on the other side. Nutrients, fluids, and oxygen flow through the membrane from the mother to the fetus. Waste products and carbon dioxide flow across the placenta from the fetus to the mother. During pregnancy, the fetus gets its nutrition from food the mother eats. To ensure the health of the fetus, the mother needs to eat healthy foods and take special vitamins. She should get regular medical check-ups to protect her health and the health of the growing fetus. 1. Normal physical changes and symptoms throughout pregnancy Although they can range from mild to severe, the following conditions are common during pregnancy:

Fatigue Morning sickness Sleep problems

Breast changes Heartburn

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Changes in vaginal discharge. A thin, milky-white discharge (leukorrhea) is normal throughout pregn ancy. Also, the tissue lining of the vagina becom es thicker and less sensitive during pregnancy. Nosebleeds and bleeding gums Hemorrhoids and constipation

Varicose veins Hair changes Stretch marks, itchiness, and other skin changes Leg cramps Back pain sciatica and

Pelvic ache and hip pain Hand pain, numbness, or weakness (carpal tunnel syndrome)

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Phases of pregnancy Second trimester First trimester

Fatigue Breast tenderness Increased urination Fullness or mild aching in your lower abdomen Nausea with or without vomiting, also known as morning sickness

Third trimester
Braxton Hicks contractions, which are "warm-up" contractions that do not thin and open the cervix (do not lead to labor) Fatigue Back pain Pelvic ache and hip pain Hemorrhoids and constipation Heartburn Breathing difficulty, the expanding uterus is just below the rib cage, leaving lungs less room to expand. Mild swelling of the feet and ankles (edema). Pregnancy causes more fluid to build up in your body. This, plus the extra pressure that uterus places on the legs, can lead to the swelling of your feet and ankles. Difficulty sleeping and finding a comfortable position. Lying on your back interferes with blood circulation, and lying on the stomach isn't possible. Sleep on your side, using pillows to support your belly and between your knees. Later in your pregnancy, it is best to lie on your left side. When you lie on your right side or on your back, the increasing weight of your uterus can partly block the large blood vessel in front of your backbone. Frequent urination, caused by an enlarged uterus and the pressure of the fetus on the bladder.

Descriptions characterizing condition

Breast changes
Leg cramps Back pain Pelvic ache and hip pain Stretch marks and other skin changes Hemorrhoids constipation and

Heartburn (also a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease, or Nosebleeds bleeding gums and

Hand pain, numbness, or weakness (carpal tunnel syndrome) Braxton Hicks contractions, which are "warm-up" contractions that do not thin and open the cervix (do not lead to labor)

The first trimester of pregnancy lasts from week 1 through week 12. Your first sign of pregnancy may be a missed menstrual period. The second trimester of pregnancy (from week 13 to week 27) is the time when most women start to look pregnant and may begin to wear maternity clothes. By 16 weeks, the top of your uterus, called the fundus, will be about halfway between your pubic bone and your navel. By 27 weeks, the fundus will be about 2 in. (5 cm) or more above your navel.
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You may find that the second trimester is the easiest part of pregnancy. For some women, the breast tenderness, morning sickness, and fatigue of the first trimester ease up or disappear during the second trimester, while the physical discomforts of late pregnancy have yet to start. Pressure on your bladder may be less as the uterus grows up out of the pelvis. The third trimester lasts from week 28 to the birth. Many women have some discomfort during this time as their belly gets bigger. Sleep problems are common during this period.

COMPLICATIONS of Pregnancy SPECIAL CONDITION Nausea / Improper body weight PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT

small frequent feedings instead of three large mea and high carbohydrates, low fat foods such crackers and jelly and liquids should be tak between meals proper nutrition iron and folic acid prescribed by the physician

Toxemia Morning sickness

Anemia

folic acid prescribed by the doctor

Diabetes Constipation

proper nutrition fluid intake, proper nutrition and exercise

BIRTH The passage of a baby from its mothers uterus to the outside of her body is called birth. During birth, the uterus contracts many times and pushes the baby through the vagina and outside the mothers body.

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Labor is the process that lasts from the time contractions starts until the delivery of the child and the placenta. Labor lasts a different amount of time for every woman and every pregnancy. There are three distinct stages of labor: 1st Stage Begins with the first contraction and last until the cervix has opened enough to allow the baby to pass through. Contraction happens every few minutes and lasts a minute. 2nd Stage Starts when the cervix is completely epen and lasts until the baby is delivered. During this period, contraction happens every 2-3 minutes. After the baby is born, the doctor cuts the umbilical cord. Healthy babies breathe and cry almost immediately. 3rd Stage This is the final stage of labor. It is when the placenta is delivered. In this stage, the mothers uterine contractions push the placenta or afterbirths out of her body. At this time, the birth is completed. In some cases, doctors have to deliver a baby by a ceasarian section (CS). In this procedure, the doctor surgically removes the baby and the placenta from the mothers uterus. Cases like this happen when the mother cannot or is not capable of delivering a normal childbirth. DID YOU KNOW? Mothers role during and after pregnancy: Avoid vices such as smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages. Avoid stressful activities. See to it that she gets the necessary pre-natal and post natal check-up. Do exercises like walking, yoga, etc. Eat nutritious food.

Fathers role during and after the pregnancy of the wife: See to it that the mother gets the necessary pre-natal and post natal check-up. He must take care of the mother and the baby. He should see to it that the necessary immunizations as scheduled are strictly followed. He should provide healthy diet meals for the mother and the child. Additional information.... HOW TO TAKE CARE OF A PREGNANT WOMAN Pregnant woman should be taken care of properly by doing the following:
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Accompany a pregnant woman in a daily exercise for motivation. Give fruits, vegetables, and lots of water. Listening to music gives a pregnant woman as well as the baby in her womb relaxation. Let her sleep on her left side. Go together with a pregnant woman during check-ups.

You are very studious. I am positive you can work on these activities:

Activity 29: What To Avoid During Pregnancy When women are pregnant, they need to be very conscious of the food they eat and what they drink and the activities they engage in because more food, drinks and activities may harm the child they are carrying. The following is a list of actions performed during pregnancy. If the action mentioned is something that a pregnant women should avoid, put X on the space provided. If the activity is something that would be good for a pregnant woman, put a /. Remember to copy the table in your activity notebook. ACTIVITY 1. drinking alcohol 2. drinking milk 3. dyeing hair 4. cleaning the cats litter box 5. drinking water 6. eating varieties of fruits and vegetables 7. smoking cigarretes 8. sitting in a sauna, steam room, or hot tub 9. eating uncooked meat 10. taking vitamin B (folic acid) daily 11. taking over-the-counter drugs 12. having an x-ray ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______
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13. drinking coffee 14. going for walks 15. eating sweets and junk foods

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Activity 30: USE OF METACARDS 1. Group A with violet metacard: Discuss the nutritional status of pregnant women and explain its importance. 2. For group B with green metacard: Discuss nutritional needs of lactating women and explain the importance of breastfeeding. 3. For group C with orange metacard: Discuss the nutritional needs of infants and explain the importance of providing them the needed nutrition. Be informed of the following tasks you can choose from. Be with your groupmates and perform your task. oOo Very good! Be ready for the next activity. oOo Activity 31: What Shall I Eat? Consider this question: Do you know what a pregnant woman should eat? Name at least five kinds of food that a pregnant woman should eat. Write your ideas in your activity notebook. Pregnant women need to become aware of the food they eat. A baby in their womb absorbs all the nutrients a mother takes in. IMPORTANCE OF MATERNAL NUTRITION

Maternal nutritional status affects the offsprings health development significantly during ear embryogenesis, pregnancy, birth and lactation, and subsequently determines health during growth and eve throughout adulthood. On the other end of the human lifetime scale, the importance of maternal nutritio expands into the time period before conception: Pre-conception nutritional status not only influence fertility, but also embryogenesis and life-long health. Predisposition for coronary heart diseases, type diabetes mellitus, and hypertension can be caused by intrauterine adaptations to fetal malnutrition. Henc optimizing nutrition for women during their reproductive period can be expected to have a great impact o the well being of the next generation.

DIETARY PLAN DURING PREGNANCY Body Building Foods

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Fish, Meat, Poultry Milk Eggs Dried Beans & Nuts Energy-Giving Foods Enriched rice Root crops Sugar Fat Regulating Foods Green leafy and yellow vegetables Vitamin C rich foods Other fruits and vegetables vegetables

4 matchbox-sizes 2/3 cup whole 3-4/ week cup cooked

5 cup cooked 1 small or cup sliced 7 teaspoon 6 teaspoons

cup cooked 2 medium or 2 slices big fruit 2 medium fruits and 2/3 cup cooked

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Activity 32: PLEASE FEED ME In your activity notebook or a separate sheet of paper, copy and color the picture. Write down the needs of the baby as well.

Babys needs: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________

Newborn A new baby at home is exciting, but it can be scary, too. Newborns have many needs, like frequent feedings and diaper changes. Babies can have health issues that are different from older children and adults. Essential Newborn Care Protocol aimed to significantly reduce infant deaths in the country.

Protocol can pave the way to the reduction of neonatal deaths. Essential Newborn Care is a comprehensive strategy to improve the health of the newborn through interventions before conception, during pregnancy, soon after birth and in the post natal period. This protocol will focus on the first few hours of life of the newborn with the manual guiding the health workers and medical practitioners in providing evidence-base essential newborn care. The guidelines are categorized into the time bound and non-time bound plus unnecessary procedures. Time bound procedures should be routinely performed first which are: 1. immediate drying 2. skin to skin contact 3. clamping of the cord after 1-3 minutes 4. non-separation of the newborn from the mother 5. breastfeeding initiation. Non-time bound interventions include: 1. immunizations 2. eye care 3. Vitamin K administration 4. Weighing 5. Washing 6. Routine suctioning 7. Routine separation of newborn for observation 8. Administration of prelacteals like glucose water or formula.

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New born babies should undergo a newborn screening as reflected in REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9288 AN ACT PROMULGATING A COMPREHENSIVE POLICY AND A NATIONAL SYSTEM FOR ENSURING NEWBORN SCREENING Newborn means a child from the time of complete delivery to 30 days old. Newborn screening Newborn Screening (NBS) is a simple procedure to find out if the baby has a congenital metabolic disorder that may lead to mental retardation or even death if left untreated. Importance of newborn screening Most babies with metabolic disorders look "normal" at birth. By doing NBS, metabolic disorders may be detected even before clinical signs and symptoms are present. And as a result of this, treatment can be given early to prevent consequences of untreated conditions. When is screening done? Newborn screening is ideally done on the 48th - 72nd hour of life. However, it may also be done after 24 hours from birth. How is newborn screening done? A few drops of blood are taken from the baby's heel, blotted on a special absorbent filter card and then sent to Newborn Screening Center (NSC). Who will collect the sample for newborn screening The blood sample for NBS may be collected by any of the following: physician, nurse, medical technologist, or trained midwife. Where is newborn screening available? Newborn screening is available in Hospitals, Lying-ins, Rural Health Unit, Health Centers, and some private clincs. If babies are delivered at home, babies may be brought to the nearest institution offering newborn screening. When are newborn screening results available? Results can be claimed from the health facility where NBS was availed. Normal NBS results are available by 7 - 14 working days from the time samples are received at the NSC. Positive NBS results are relayed to the parents immediately by the health facility. Please ensure that the address and phone number provided to the health facility are correct.
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A NEGATIVE SCREEN MEANS THAT THE NBS RESULT IS NORMAL. A positive screen means that the newborn must be brought back to his/her health practitioner for further testing. What should be done when a baby is tested a positive NBS result? Babies with positive results must be referred at once to a specialist for confirmatory testing and further management. Should there be no specialist in the area, the NBS secretariat office will assist its attending physician. What are the disorders tested for newborn screening? The disorders tested for newborn screening are: (1) Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH) (2) Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) (3) Galactosemia (GAL) (4) Phenylketonuria (PKU) (5) Glucose-6-Phosphate-Dehydrogenase Deficiency (G6PD Def.) The behavioural development of a healthy baby: 0.1 month suckles and smiles 2-3 months vocalizes and controls head 4-5 months controls hand and rolls over 6-7 months sits briefly and crawls 8-9 months grasps and pulls up 10 11 months walks with support and stands alone Here is a table of immunizations a baby should have: Kind of Immunization BCG (Anti-TB) Age of Immunization 0.1 month old 7 years old 1 months 2 months 32 months 1 months 2 months 32 months 1 months 2 months 32 months 9 months to 1 year
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OPV (Anti-Polio Vaccine) DPT (Anti-diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus)

Hepa B vaccine MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)

How will you assess a newborn baby?

Activity 33: Activity 33: BABY CUP BABY CUP Daily Dietary Allowances for infants Ona aseparate separate sheet On sheet Breastmilk for a newborn, 0-6 months, is sufficient to meet the nutritional of paper or activity of paper or activity needs. notebook, draw draw a a notebook, baby cup and cup and Can you still remember the dietarybaby allowance for infants? indicate the Let us see. Here is an indicate the exercise for you. nutrientsneeded neededby by nutrients an infant infant for for his his an daily meal. daily meal.

_______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________

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Activity 34: KEYWORDS Using the letters in the word INFANT, form a keyword that you should remember in meeting the needs of a baby. I - ____________________ N - ____________________ F - ____________________ A - ____________________ N - ____________________ T - ____________________

Activity 35: Window Consider the following questions and answer them in your health notebook.

Window 1 : What can you say about breastfeeding? Where did you learn the word breastfeeding? Window 2: How about bottle feeding? What benefits can you get from it? Window 3: Which is more important, breastfeeding or bottle feeding? Why? Window 4: If you were a mom, which feeding would you choose? Why?

oOo Thats good! You are already on your way to deeper exploration of our lesson. oOo

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Republic Republic Act Act No. No. 7600 7600 This This Act Act shall shall be be known known as as "The "The Rooming-In Rooming-In and and Breast-Feeding Breast-Feeding Act Act of of 1992. 1992.

BREASTFEEDING It is the traditional and ideal form of infant feeding, meeting an infants nutritional needs for his first four to six months of life. Human milk is clean. It lowers the risk of intestinal illness and general infection. Mothers milk provides a host of protective factors both cellular and hormonal. Breastmilk contains antibodies that helps the immune system of the infant strong. It is nonallergenic and easily digested.

The rooming-in The State State adopts adopts rooming-in as as a a national national LACTATION LACTATION policy protect, and support policy to to encourage, encourage, protect, and support the It is the period It is the period of of the practice breastfeeding. It shall create an milk production initiated by practice of of breastfeeding. It shall create an milk production initiated by the prolactin hormone in environment the physical, thewhere prolactin hormone in the the environment where the basic basic physical, mammary glands. The glands. emotional, and needs emotional,mammary and psychological psychological needs of of mothers milk is and mothers milk is bluish bluish and the mothers infants fulfilled through mothers and and infants are are fulfilled through the watery. It has approximately watery. It has approximately practice of rooming-in and breastfeeding. practice of rooming-in and breastfeeding. 67 67 Kcalories Kcalories // 100 100 mL mL or or 20 20 kcalories/ kcalories/ oz. oz. and and 1.2 1.2 grams grams protein protein per per 100 100 mL mL An An average of 850 average of 850 mL mL of of Breastmilk is food it Breastmilk is the the best best food since since it contains contains mothers milk is mothers milk is produced produced essential suitable the everyday. The first thick essential nutrients nutrients suitable for the infants infants everyday. The for first thick yellowish fluid that comes needs. also first immunization, yellowish fluid that comes needs. It It is is also natures natures first immunization, out from second to out fromto second to the the fifth fifth enabling infant fight serious enabling the the infant to fight potentially potentially serious day after delivery is called day after delivery is called infections. infections. It It contains contains growth growth factors factors that that colostrum. It be colostrum. It should should be given given enhance maturization of organ enhance the the maturization of an an infants infants organ to to all all newborns newborns because because of of its its systems. systems. high high protein protein contents. contents. Healthy Healthy childcare childcare entails entails breastfeeding breastfeeding of of the the baby. baby.

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Remember: The advantages of breastfeeding are: It is economical and nutritious. It promotes emotional bonding between the child and the mother. Mothers milk has antibodies that protects the infant from certain diseases.

What are the nutrients a baby can get from a mothers milk? Nutrient Kilocalories Protein (gm) Vitamin A (I.U) Vitamin D (I.U) Vitamin E (I.U) Vitamin C (mg) Folacin (mg) Niacin (mg) Riboflavin (mg) Thiamin (mg) Vitamin B6 (mg) Vitamin B12 (g) Calcium (gm) Phosphorus (gm) Iodine (g) Iron (mg) Potassium (mg) Magnesium (mg) 67.0 1.1 240.0 42.0 0.56 5.0 0.018 0.2 0.04 0.01 0.011 -----0.033 0.014 -----0.1 51.0 4.0

oOo You are a smart student. Be ready for the next activity. oOo

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II. WHAT TO PROCESS Activity 36: ARTICLE ANALYSIS

LEGAZPI CITY, Albay - Teenage pregnancies in the Philippines surged by 70 percent over one decade, a ranking official of the United Nation Population Fund Agency (UNFPA) said on Monday. Ugochi Daniels, UNFPA country representative, said the rising number of teenage pregnancies in the country is an area of concern that the agency is giving serious attention to, exposing as it does adolescent girls (10 to 19 years old) to high risk. Daniels said a strong advocacy campaign is needed to educate and advise young Filipinas about the dangers posed by early pregnancies, and to inform them about reproductive health (RH) in general. She added that the teen pregnancy concern, if not given focus, can derail and affect the country's program targets with respect to its Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). At 53 births per 1,000 women aged between 15 and 19, the teenage pregnancy rate in the Philippines is the highest among ASEAN six major economies, the United Nations Population Fund's 2011 annual report says. Government statistics on female adolescent pregnancies indicate that the total number of annual births changed little over the preceding 10 years, but the number of teenage pregnancies rose 70 percent, from 114,205 in 1999 to 195,662 in 2009. Based on data compiled from birth certificates, of the 1.75 million live births in 2009, the latest review year, over 11 percent involved teenaged mothers. On Monday, Daniels and Albay Governor Joey Salceda signed a Letter of Understanding (LOU) to jointly undertake population development programs in Albay. Salceda said the joint partnership carries a P40-million funding spread over a five-year project timeline starting this

Be with your groupmates, and read the article together. Remember to use the questions below as your guide. Guide Questions: 1. What is the moral lesson of this article? 2. What should you do if someone in your family got pregnant at your age? Why? 3. When is the right age to get pregnant? Justify your answer. 4. Are you in favour of teenage pregnancy? Support your answer. 5. What are the effects of early pregnancy? Activity 37: If you were on the shoes of a pregnant woman, think of some keywords or health tips that you should remember during the phases of your pregnancy. Write them in your health activity notebook. PREGNANCY a. First trimester b. Second trimester c. Third trimester
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Activity 38: Newspaper Collage Cut pieces of old newspaper and form it into a food pyramid for pregnant woman and paste it in a clean sheet of paper. Present it to the class.

Activity 39: JIGSAW PUZZLE Be with your groupmates. Look at the figure inside and answer this guide questions: 1. What figure have you formed? 2. Where do you think it came from? 3. What are the responsibilities of its co-creators? 4. How do married man and woman form another human being?

Activity 40: BRAINSTORM

Are you / are you not in favour of breastfeeding? Be with your groupmates and discuss ideas with them. Share your groups standpoint with others. III. WHAT TO REFLECT AND UNDERSTAND Activity 41: ALISAS DILEMMA Read the situation carefully. Reflect on the focus questions. Copy and write answers to the questions in your activity notebook.

Alisa is a 14 year-old girl who grew up in the province. When she was in grade eight, her aunt took her to Pasay to be a househelper in the morning and to study at night in the nearby public school. While studying, she fell in love with one of her classmates who is older than her. They got married and lived in the squatter area of Baclaran. She got pregnant but because her husbands salary is below minimum wage she did not go to any clinic or hospital for prenatal check-up. She saved money for the coming of the baby. She gave birth in a public lying-in clinic to an underweight child with several health complications. Alisa and her husband got so scared about their childs condition.

Focus questions: 1. What could have prevented the poor health condition of the child?
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_________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ ________ 2. What government agencies could have helped Alisa during her pregnancy? _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ ________ 3. What insights and realization did you gain from the story? _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ ________ Activity 42: I GOT IT! Read and reflect on the following questions. Write your answers in your activity notebook. Why do pregnant woman need to guard their diet? ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ________________________________ 2. Give and explain the importance of maternal nutrition during pregnancy. ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ________________________________ 3. What foods are recommended for pregnant woman? ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ________________________________
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Activity 43: CHILD OF MY OWN Cut a picture of a baby and paste it in your diary. Write down some features that you wanted to have for your future baby. (e.g., sharp nose, big eyes, dark skin, etc.) Explain.

Activity 44: Needs of the Baby

List of Babys Needs

If you will have your own baby in the future, what are the needs you should provide him/her? List down at least ten in your diary.

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Activity 45: If you were given a chance to become a politician who can create a bill for breastfeeding, what particular programs on breastfeeding would you implement or support? List them according to preference. Explain your reasons for choosing such programs. Do this in your notebook. Programs Listed Based on Preference Reasons for Choosing the Programs

Activity 46: Cut out some ads about breastfeeding in a newspaper / magazine and justify how it helps the mothers to continue breastfeeding. Activity 47: Imagine that a lactating woman is invited by her bestfriend to a party. In the party she was offered an alcoholic drink and smoke. Give 3 examples of what she could say or do to refuse to drink and smoke. Explain why refusal is necessary. IV. WHAT TO TRANSFER Activity 48: If you were a politician, what law would you like to impose for the care of pregnant women? Share your answer/s with your classmates. Activity 49: Pregnant Womans Meal Plan Prepare a one week meal plan for a pregnant woman. Justify your answer. Copy the following table in your notebook and fill it out with entries called for. Monday Breakfast Snack Lunch Snack Dinner Activity 50: Paper plate
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Cut out pictures of different foods and paste them on a paper plate. Remember that these foods are what a woman should be eating during pregnancy. Activity 51: SING A SONG Anak by Freddie Aguilar
Nang isilang ka sa mundong ito Laking tuwa ng magulang mo At ang kamay nila ang iyong ilaw At ang nanay at tatay mo'y Di malaman ang gagawin Minamasdan pati pagtulog mo At sa gabi'y napupuyat ang iyong nanay Sa pagtimpla ng gatas mo At sa umaga nama'y kalong ka Ng iyong amang tuwang-tuwa sa iyo Ngayon nga ay malaki ka na Nais mo'y maging malaya Di man sila payag Walang magagawa Ikaw nga ay biglang nagbago Naging matigas ang iyong ulo
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyics/f/freddie_aguilar/anak.html ]

Di mo man lang inisip na Ang kanilang ginagawa'y para sa iyo Pagkat ang nais mo'y Masunod ang layaw mo Di mo sila pinapansin Nagdaan pa ang mga araw At ang landas mo'y naligaw Ikaw ay nalulong sa masamang bisyo At ang una mong nilapitan Ang iyong inang lumuluha At ang tanong,"anak, ba't ka nagkaganyan" At ang iyong mga mata'y biglang lumuha ng di mo napapansin Nagsisisi at sa isip mo'y Nalaman mong ika'y nagkamali Nagsisisi at sa isip mo'y Nalaman mong ika'y nagkamali Nagsisisi at sa isip mo'y Nalaman mong ika'y nagkamali...

At ang payo nila'y sinuway mo

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Activity 52: MUSIC MESSAGES OF LOVE Sing the popular song, Ugoy ng Duyan, while pretending to breastfeed a baby. Repeat it for several times. What do you think may be the effects of the song to the baby? Why? Write your ideas in your health activity notebook. UGOY NG DUYAN Sanay di nagmaliw ang dati kong araw Nang munti pang bata sa piling ni nanay Nais kong maulit ang awit ni inang mahal Awit ng pag-ibig habang akoy nasa duyan Sanay di nagmaliw ang dati kong araw Nang munti pang bata sa piling ni nanay Nais kong maulit ang awit ni inang mahal Awit ng pag-ibig habang akoy nasa duyan Refrain: Sa aking pagtulog na labis ang himbing Ang bantay koy tala, ang tanod koy bituin Sa piling ni nanay, langit ay buhay Puso kong may dusa sabik sa ugoy ng duyan Sanay di nagmaliw ang dati kong araw Nang munti pang bata sa piling ni nanay Nais kong maulit ang awit ni inang mahal Awit ng pag-ibig habang akoy nasa duyan Sa aking pagtulog na labis ang himbing Ang bantay koy tala, ang tanod koy bituin Sa piling ni nanay, langit ay buhay Puso kong may dusa sabik sa ugoy ng duyan Nais kong matulog sa dating duyan ko, inay Oh! Inay

Summary/Synthesis/Generalization Obviously, in this module you have learned that: Changes in the mothers body during pregnancy is evident due to the developing fetus. Pregnant woman should watch for her health, she should submit herself to regular check-ups and healthy lifestyle to give the baby sufficient nutrition. Giving birth can be safe and easy but during some deliveries, unexpected lifethreatening problems may arise. Delivering in a hospital with qualified doctor is the safest way. Breastfeeding is essential in a proper childcare. Mothers milk is economical and nutritious and it promotes emotional bonding between the mother and the child.
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LEARNING MODULE FOR HEALTH Grade 8 QUARTER 2 Family life Lesson 3 Responsible Parenthood, Roles and Responsibilities of Parents, and Successful Family life

Introduction In a traditional Filipino family, the father is considered the head and the provider of the family while the mother takes responsibility of the domestic needs and in charge of the emotional growth as well as values formation of the children. They both perform different tasks and is treated differently by their children. Children see their mothers soft and calm, while they regard their fathers as strong and the most eminent figure in the family. However, at present, the family structure is evolving. Moreover, Filipinos keep close connections with other relatives. They recognize them from 2nd degree to the last they can identify. As Filipinos say, not being able to know a relative is like turning their backs from where they come from. This module is designed for you to analyze the importance of responsible parenthood, to recognize the factors for a successful family life, to explain the effects of family size on health, to enumerate the important roles and responsibilities of parents in child rearing and care, and to propose ways on how to plan an ideal family size.

Aim Understand that responsible parenthood involves the choice of a partner, decisions on how many children to have and when to have them (based on family resources) and providing for the needs (physical and emotional) of the children throughout their development. Basic concepts The size of a family should be decided by both parents together, based on their available resources and the standard of living they wish to achieve. Even though young people may be physically able to become parents at a very early age, being a responsible parent means waiting until the health of the mother will not be endangered by pregnancy and until both parents are emotionally mature and able to deal with the needs of a family. By waiting to get married and have children, young people can give themselves more time to pursue the things that can help to make them better partners education, employment, 136 personal maturity, selfconfidence, etc. Spacing the birth of children helps to protect the health of

parents more time to give each child the attention and affection he or she needs.

Objectives At the end of the lesson, you are expected to do the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. Analyze the importance of responsible parenthood. Recognize the factors for a successful family life. Explain the effects of family size on the health of the family. Examine the important roles and responsibilities of parents in child rearing and care. 5. Explain the effects of rapid population growth on the health of the nation. 6. Propose ways on how to plan an ideal family size. Pre-test Be with your groupmates. Read the statements and discuss the truth or falsity of each. Justify your answer. Families have the same number of people. Families can celebrate different holidays. Families live in one house. Families celebrate birthdays in the same way. Families change all the time. Even though family members fight, they still love each other. In all families, mothers and fathers work. Mothers and fathers always live together. Different families have different rules. Families have children.

oOo Wow! You are a very smart student. Now, you can write down the goals you want to achieve. oOo

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You may now write your goals and targets for this lesson in your health notebook/diary:

I. WHAT TO KNOW

Activity 53: THUMBS UP OR THUMBS DOWN Hello! Lets play THUMBS UP, THUMBS DOWN. Read the statement below, sign THUMBS UP if you agree with the statement and THUMBS DOWN if not. Explain the reason for your answer. _______1. Mom and Dad provide my basic needs. _______2. Security is the priority of my parents. _______3. Parents give love and care to their children. _______4. We live under the bridge because our parents are jobless. _______5. I get what I want from my parents.

Parenthood is the state of being a parent. Traditionally, it means being a father or mother of the biological child. When adoption is involved, the parents are the legal father and mother of the child. Responsible parenthood is the will and ability to respond to the needs and aspirations of the family. Responsible parenting is defined as the series of decisions couples make to ensure the best possible life for the family and for the community to which the family belongs. It is the ability of the parents to raise children in the Filipino way and to satisfy the social, economic, and religious responsibilities of a family. Parenting also includes the inculcation of values and instilling of discipline. <source: Population and Education Teaching Module 2009 Parenthood is a great responsibility or task. It is not a role which can be successfully played on the basis of chance. It is a status where responsible couples arrive at after making a decision to have a family. There are several points when thinking of parenthood: 1. Happiness and stability of the marriage. The relationship of the couple should be satisfactory because a childs arrival may only become another source of marital stress and misery.
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2. Physical and emotional readiness of both partners for parenthood. A wife should be physically and emotionally prepared to give birth to a healthy child and the husband should be mature enough to carry out his responsibilities. 3. Financial stability. The cost of living gets higher as the new born child completes the family and it depends to his parents. What do we mean by responsible parenthood? An important part of growing up is learning to make decisions about our lives. Part of decision- making means taking responsibility for our own actions and understanding that our decisions affect the lives of other people. In order to make responsible decisions, a person needs accurate and reliable information. Decisions about family size and child spacing should be made by the mother and father together as they will affect both of their lives. The situation of every person and each couple is different. Therefore, there cannot be a set of rules or guidelines which can be applied to everyone. Couples need to make their own decisions regarding responsible behaviour. However, discussions within the youth group and advice and counseling from adults can help youth to make good decisions. Establishing a family is a very important decision that demands emotional, intellectual, social, physical, and economic preparation. Motherhood and fatherhood are not simply tasks for which we are "naturally equipped"; they require preparation and maturity. Responsible parenthood includes the process of deciding how to choose our partners, when to form families, when to have the first child, child spacing, how many children to have in all, etc. But responsible parenthood does not end with decisions about how many children to have and when to have them. Responsible parenthood includes all the decisions we take to ensure the best possible lives for ourselves and our children. Children have special needs that often can be neglected if not carefully planned for. Beyond their need for appropriate nutrition, children also need emotional support and affection, mental stimulation, social involvement, and recreation.

Activity 54: SLOGANMAKING

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Create a slogan expressing the responsibilities and roles of parents Duties and responsibilities of parents Provision of physical care and love The duty and responsibility starts during the prenatal stage. The physical, emotional, and mental health of children depends on the quality of prenatal care they received. Inculcating discipline Parents should be role models in inculcating discipline in their children. Children should be trained to think and reason out for themselves and be able to distinguish between right and wrong. They should learn to accept limitations, to appreciate the value of freedom with responsibility and understand the requirements of living happily and peacefully with other people. Developing social competence Education Citizenship training Financial aspect of responsibility Spiritual formation

Activity 55: BALLOON OF ROLES Below are balloons. On the balloons, write the roles and responsibilities of each member of the family. Color those balloons with the role that you think can help you achieve a healthy family. red- fathers roles , yellow- mothers roles green- childs roles

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Additional Information Table of responsibilities Toward Spouse Toward Children -provides / addresses the needs of spouse: emotional, social, economic, etc. Parents -cares for children -performs domestic tasks( e.g. cooking, cleaning the house, etc.) -earns a living -sends children to school -keeps children in good health

Toward Self Takes care of ones: -Health -Career -Education

Toward Parents Young children: -helps in household chores -studies hard -cares for siblings and the elderly Older children: -Takes care of older parents

Activity 56: Reflect on the essence of the following quotation and answer the following questions. Remember to write your answers / ideas in your activity notebook. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrong. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, hopes, always perseveres. <Editorial Feb15, 1998 PHILIPPINE PANORAMA> 1. What is the message of the article? 2. How can you put love into action every day for all families? Wow! That is magnificent. Keep it up.

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Now that you know the different family structures, what is yours? Activity 57: On a separate sheet of paper, draw the structure of your family and share it to the class. My Family Structure

Very Good! That is very nice portrait. EFFECTS OF SMALLER FAMILY Allows the parents to give more attention and love to their children Happier and more emotionally stable Financially stable 142 More time, energy, and money left for other pursuits Children tend to be bigger, heavier, and healthier.

EFFECTS OF BIGGER FAMILY Nutritional intake per member tends to be smaller, malnutrition tends to be higher. Disadvantaged in terms of physical development Prone to infection and parasite infestations Exercise self-deprivation and sacrifice. There is a stiff competition among siblings. Effects of Family Size on Health 1. Nutritional Status 2. Morbidity 3. Risk Behaviors 4. Utilization of Health Services II. WHAT TO PROCESS Activity 58: The family of Vincent and Susie

The Family of Vincent and Susie

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Vincent and Susie have been married for 10 years; they were 18 and 16 when they got married. Susie has been pregnant eight times and actually has six children of eight, seven, five, three, two, and the last of two months. Vincent works very hard. He is a carpenter but also has to do other work to survive. Susie is always tired and complains that Vincent does not work hard enough and that there is never enough food to eat or time for anything but work. Most of the children stopped going to school in order to work in a neighbour's fields. The seven and five-year-old children are still at school but will not be able to stay much longer because there is no money for the fees. The youngest child was born too early and is very sickly. At the moment he has bad diarrhea. The doctor has told Susie that she should not have any more children because her health is very poor now. They did not plan the number of children in the family because they say, it depends on destiny and customs.

Vincent and Susie

Here are some questions to start off the discussion. In your activity notebook, copy and answer the following questions.

1. This family does not look very happy. What do you think the problem is? 2. With so many children, the parents have a lot of chores to do at home. What do you think about that? 3. The children are very close together in age, and there is even a new baby. Do you think that makes it harder to the parents? 4. The mother looks very tired. Do you think having so many children, one after the other is good for her health? 5. Are the parents able to give all their children the attention and affection they need? 6. Do you think these parents chose to put themselves in this situation? Or did this come from not making decisions?

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7. Should the parents have thought and decided together when they were first married about the size of their family?

Activity 59: Copy the instructions in your activity notebook and rank the following characteristics according to their importance, with number 1 being the most important and number 5 being the least. Be able to justify your ranking. A would- be parent should be: _____Financially stable _____Emotionally matured _____Physically healthy _____Morally upright _____Possessing a behaviour that complements that of the spouse

Activity 60: Looking at the Family In your activity notebook, copy and answer the following questions. 1. What is your concept of a family?

2. Point on the characteristics of the members of your immediate family. Share it to your classmates. 3. Are there benefits gained of being a part of the family? Name them.

4. What are the stresses or drawbacks involved in being part of the family? How do these happen? 5. 6. How do families today differ from families 10 years ago? If you like to build a family, how would you like it five years from now?

Activity 61: DEBATE Be with your groupmates, and be ready for a debate on the issue, Which is better, having a small family or a big family? Why? Use the following guide points for you to explore. Rubrics for Debate: 1 = weak; 2 = developing; 3 = adequate; 4 = above average; 5 = strong Guide Points: 1. Opening statement clearly addressed the central issues of the debate. 12345
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2. Overall impression of the presentation eye contact, use of voice 12345 3. Claims show evidence of research. 12345 4. Rebuttal statements effectively addressed the statements of the opposing team. 12345 5. The presentation demonstrated organization and forethought. 12345 6. Final statements effectively summarized salient points and improved the teams position. 12345 7. Participants adhered to rules and procedures. 12345

III.WHAT TO REFLECT AND UNDERSTAND Activity 62: Bring a picture of your mother or father and share to the class why you admire them in being responsible. Activity 63: On a separate sheet of paper, draw an ideal responsible mother and/or father and explain your work. Responsible Mother / Father _______________________ Explanation

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Activity 64: MY OWN VIEW A. On a separate sheet of paper, complete the sentence and support your answer. 1. Father is responsible because___________________________________________________.
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Mother is responsible because__________________________________________________. My father and mother are successful parents because _______________________________.

B. Understanding concepts in responsible parenthood

1. Explain different kinds of families and that all family members have rights, privileges and responsibilities. 2. How does responsibility prepare couples to become successful / responsible parents? 3. You are a role model for your children because they look up to you. Record the time you spend with them. What did you do together? What was good about spending time as a positive ROLE model. Describe one way you can be a better role model for other parents to their children. 4. Explain what to do if someone shows you affection in a way you dont like. 5. How can your relationship influence each member of the family?

oOo Congratulations for a job well done! Now you can proceed to the next activity. oOo Activity 65: MY IDEAL FAMILY Draw and color a picture of your ideal family that shows success and harmonious relationships.

Activity 66: Collect news clippings about family relationships. Paste it in your notebook and answer the following questions. a. What is the news all about? b. Does it promote good will or not? c. Does it contain factors that can help you have a successful family in the future? Activity 67: Create a plan on how you will have an ideal family size. You are given 5 minutes to finish this activity.

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oOo Great! You seem to enjoy these activities. Keep it up! oOo

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IV. WHAT TO TRANSFER Activity 68: COMPOSE A SONG Be with your groupmates and compose a song expressing how you want to be when you become parents. You are given five to seven minutes to finish your song.

Activity 69: SPECIAL THOUGHTS You are given heart-shaped colored papers. Write something in it and fold it after doing so. All hearts with the same color should be collected without knowing whom each came from. Read the heart you got and recall if you had the same content. In the red heart, write a note for the roles and responsibilities of parents well attended and followed in child rearing and caring. In the white heart, write a note to tell your special feelings of gratitude to your parents for the love and care given to you. In the yellow heart, write a letter of thanks to the Creator for giving you your wonderful parents. Use the focus questions as your guide. Write your answers in your activity notebook. 1. What did you felt when you read the content of the red heart, white heart, and yellow heart? 2. What would you like to tell the class after reading the heart-shaped colored hearts? Express it in three sentences.

Activity 70: MY DIARY Write down the responsibilities of an ideal parent. Share it in front of the class. Activity 71: ROLE PLAY Be with your groupmates and be ready to demonstrate how a family becomes successful. Use the following rubric to assess your work. Scoring Criteria (5) Excellent (4) Good (3) Need some improvement (2) Needs much improvement (1) Fair

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Relates to the audience Provides a fluent rendition of scenarios Role-plays scenarios with feelings and expressions Varies intonations Present characters appropriately Gives the scenarios full range

Activity 72: MY HOME Make a stick house where all the sticks where identified as the factors of healthy family. Explain your work.

oOo Very good. Heres another one to strengthen your understanding about the topic. oOo

SUMMARY A family A family is the smallest unit of society where children learn the first ABCs of life. Parents should be role models of values to their Quality time spent children. with your family builds harmonious Society recognizes the rights of parents to raise relationships among their children in the manner they see fit. This is one of the members. main principles of the Philippine Child and Youth Welfare Code. Parents should be role The primary responsibility of parents is to provide models to their their children physical care, economic security, inculcating children. discipline, social competence, opportunities for education and self-development, training for responsible citizenship and adulthood. Requires a lot of work and responsibility.

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UNIT TEST Identify the concept described in each item. Choose from the words inside the box below.
Marriage Fidelity Lactation Breastfeeding Family Pregnancy Infatuation

Parenthood Courtship

__________ 1. The period of milk production initiated by the prolactin hormone in the mammary gland __________ 2. The ideal and traditional form of feeding an infant __________ 3. The period when a new cell during fertilization grows and develops into the womans uterus __________ 4. The smallest integral unit of the society __________ 5. The legal union of man and woman, as husband and wife __________ 6. The intense emotion that one feels for another person __________ 7. A period in a persons relationship when one tells his intense feeling / desire to another person __________ 8. Characteristics of being faithful, loyal, and true to a relationship or to parents __________ 9. The period when couples are ready to embrace their responsibilities to care for the children bringing them quality life __________ 10. Period in a couples relationship before getting married II. Multiple choice: Choose the letter of the correct answer of the statements / questions given and write it in your test booklet /answer sheets. 1. Which among the statements given below upholds the responsibility of parents to their children? A. Choose their course in college B. Choose their husband or wife C. Teach them religion D. Teach them values 2. Why do people marry? A. For economic security B. For love C. For social status D. All of the above 3. Why do couples want to have children? A. Children are considered wealth of parents B. Religious institutions require it C. Society expects couples to have offsprings D. Strengthens the bond between husband and wife 4. Which is an ingredient of a happy married life?
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A. Commitment B. Love C. Sincerity D. All of the above 5. Which is a wrong reason for having children? A. Children are gifts from God B. Children make married couples happy C. The sole purpose of marriage D. Parents security in the future 6. Why is having a small family important? A. Ensures communitys progress B. Provides for the basic needs of children for quality life C. Requires lesser economic needs D. Secures the future of children 7. Which of the following beverage does a pregnant woman cannot take? A. Chocolate drinks B. Fruit juices C. Milk products D. Rice wine 8. Lactating mothers should eat the following foods: A. Big serving of cereals B. Big serving of green leafy and yellow vegetables C. Big serving of red meat D. Processed foods 9. Which do you think is the family structure of extended families? A. Includes members such as parents, grandparents, and cousins B. Includes one or more children who were born into other families C. Includes the combination of two families, like two single parent marriage D. Includes one parent and at least one child 10. What is the right age Filipinos to enter into marriage, as set by the Family Code of the Philippines? A. 15 B. 18 C. 21 D. 25 Modified True or False. Write TRUE if the statement is correct. Replace the underlined word/s if the statement is wrong to make the statement true. _____ 1. Wealth is an ingredient of a happy marriage where couples do not keep secrets that may cause quarrel. ______ 2. Marriage is a temporary relationship between people in love. ______ 3. Marriage of persons below 18 years old is null / void.
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______ 4. Having fewer children and proper spacing of birth are good for the health of the mother and the children. ______ 5. Smoking and drinking liquor is healthy during pregnancy. ______ 6. Listening to music gives a pregnant woman as well as the baby in her womb relaxation. ______ 7. The placenta is an organ that grows in the mothers uterus during pregnancy and allows nutrients, gases, and wastes to be exchanged between mother and fetus. ______ 8. The mahal-alay is a courtship practice among the Palawanos. ______ 9. The palabas or magpasumbahi is a courtship style practiced by the Tausug. ______ 10. The reproductive process wherein of the chromosomes from the father and of the chromosomes of the mother combine together to form a zygote is called implantation.

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Glossary of Terms

Affection Ato Balak Birth the Breastfeeding Character individual Congenital hypothyroidism thyroid function and Congenital Adrenal hormones Hyperplasia (CAH) hormone androgen,

A tender feeling toward another person A house for males in Kalinga and Tingguian tribes Serenade of Cebuanos A passage of a baby from the mothers uterus to outside of mothers body Feeding the child from the breast of the mother one of the attributes or features that distinguish an a condition where a newborn has decreased or absent thyroid hormone production. a genetic disorder characterized by a deficiency in the cortisol and aldosterone and an over-production of the which is present at birth and affects sexual development.

Courtship Commitment Crush Dating attracted Diet much a Engagement others Fatigue tiredness Fidelity Going steady each other Infatuation Lactation Love family between

Stage when boy proposes his love to the girl Ones dedication to a relationship Attraction of the opposite gender Going out socially with someone to whom you are Pattern of eating that includes what a person eats, how person eats, and how often a person eats A period when two people are sure and know well each families which proceeds to marriage Physical or mental exhaustion, a feeling of extreme A man or womans loyalty to one another Boy/girl relationship that gives them quality time to know well crush; extravagant passion Secretion of milk from the female breast A strong feeling of personal attachment between friends, members the tender and compassionate affection shared two people
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Maturity relationship Marriage individuals Nutrition taking in and and

adultness; able to accept responsibilities within a A lifelong partnership of a man and woman, two unique who understand, respect, care, and love each other Nutrition is the total of the processes involved in the the utilization of food substances by which growth, repair maintenance of the body are accomplished

Pregnancy uterus Tapat lady in Ilocos

Time when a woman carries a developing fetus in her Singing a romantic song in front of the house for a courted

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Resources Books: Basic Nutrition for Filipinos by Virginia S. Claudio, PR.D.,RND, et. al., Meriam School and Office Supplies Corp. 864-870 H. Reyes Sr. Ave., Sampaloc, Manila, 1982. Decisions for Health, Holt, Rinehart and Winston, A Harcourt Education Company, Orlando, Austin, New York, 2105. Teaching Guide on the 2010 Secondary Education Curriculum (P.E. and Health Education II). MAPEH III by Vilma Perez, et.al.,St. Bernadette Publication, Quezon City.

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