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March 09, 2010

Daphne Oseña-Paez: The Celebrity Mom Turns Child Advocate

Even with 3 kids and a couple of TV shows and personal businesses under her belt, Daphne Oseña-Paez is still broadening her horizons, this time with UNICEF. By Stephanie Castillo

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Daphne Oseña-Paez is not just your average celebrity. On one hand, she juggles a thriving career on television with a sound family life—and not the kind that’s scripted for commercials. On the other hand, she relies on more than her looks and fame to make a good living: her knack for creating exquisite, one-of-a-kind charm necklaces for a select but solid market, as well as a recent tie-up with home-furnishing specialist Linens Direct, has made her a certified businesswoman. And then there’s the fact that she’s just been appointed Special Advocate for Children by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)—a first for any Filipino. How’s that for above average?

But this well-known working mom isn’t about to get complacent. Her work with UNICEF is keeping her busy with a nationwide campaign she is absolutely passionate about: breastfeeding. Daphne’s advocacy takes her across the country to promote the practice of exclusive breastfeeding among Filipino mothers and to endorse this natural feeding option as the best way to keep newborns in good health.

In this exclusive interview with Female Network, Daphne discusses the urgency of breastfeeding, the perils of professional broadcasting, the beauty of antique baubles, and the so-called “balance” between work and home that every woman hopes to achieve. Read on!

How does it feel to be UNICEF’s Special Advocate for Children? How did this happen?

I am very proud and at the same time humbled to have been appointed by UNICEF as Special Advocate for Children (SAC). UNICEF SACs are luminaries in various fields—arts, sciences, sports, entertainment, and literature. In the Philippines, I am the first and only SAC so far.

I was always a bit wary of “celebrities for a cause” events . . . I tried being involved [in charity] directly, without publicity. So when [the organization] first called, my jaw dropped. This was UNICEF! I couldn't believe the honor. [When] they asked me if I was interested in advocating breastfeeding, I knew it had to do with my own personal advocacy—I would often speak in breastfeeding/mommy events, and I'd write [in my blog] about "breastfeeding love." After the initial shock and excitement settled, it dawned on me that this was a huge job, not just a fancy title. I was in tears after our first meeting; I sat in a chapel and reflected . . . on how I could truly make a difference. There are plans and programs, real targets we have to meet. Now I am excited.

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Miss Daphne's perfect for the job. I'm an avid fan of her blog and a big part of it talks about her being a mom to her lovely kids :)
by Karla on 2010-03-09 01:11:43
i so admire her and her advocacies!
by mizhelle on 2010-03-09 07:20:40
She posted this on UZ's facebook page. A real modern woman. Unicef chose the right person to be special advocate for children. Congrats to Ms. Daphne.
by joan macawili on 2010-03-09 13:54:37
this is a great advocasy ms. daphne!.. congrats! :)
by angeLmina on 2010-03-09 14:25:21
You are so Great Ms. Daphne.How i wish to be part of this program.
by Lala on 2010-03-09 14:55:01
She REALLY thought me in this interview how to be very humble despite the GRANDEST success.. She's my Idol! Love yah Daphne! Your a true inspiration not just to women.. God Bless you! :)
by JM on 2010-03-10 00:22:26
Congratulations Ms. Daphne! Read the whole article and I'm more empowered and most proud to be a Filipina....
keep up the goodwork...:)
by Rowena, Dubai on 2010-03-10 01:40:23
I admire her for her advocacy.
by Lourdes Espanol on 2010-03-10 09:51:59
A very sophisticated woman with a heart,She deserves be a unicef representative for chioldrena nd the mothers of the children. Back when shae hosting F together with angel and Cher, i love her ever since and Im always watching UZ end keep in mind the tips and tricks for home improvement and development.
by Mhela on 2010-03-10 15:18:21
congratulations Mrs. Daphne! you're truly an inspiration.
by anggeh on 2010-03-10 15:57:59
daphne is beautiful,inside and out!
by Melanie Esponilla on 2010-03-11 12:49:51
Congrats Ms. Daphne, I've always loved your shows. Happy to hear of your new role as Unicef advocate. More power!
by happy_mommy on 2010-03-11 14:54:55
Wow. I didn't know that she's actually active in advocacies.
by Dan on 2010-03-11 15:20:16
Good thing that woman like here does this advocacy. She is a good example. Keep it up Ms. Daphne
by kayth on 2010-03-11 15:54:53
i love reading her blog!!! go, daphne!!
by katiyay on 2010-03-11 16:02:07
I think more celebrity moms should have an advocacy like that because children become more healthier when they get their milks straight from their moms.
by Mae on 2010-03-12 13:37:05
wow! what a woman!
by claire on 2010-03-16 12:45:44
Me and my sister is such a fan of her, we follow her blog because is she a woman of substance. She truly serves as an inspiration to all the mothers out there that they can do other things while taking care of her family.
by Bagel on 2010-03-18 09:34:10
she is one admirable woman.
by ria villareal on 2010-03-22 15:46:44
indeed..Ms. Daphne deserve to be included in this list..i've been avid viewer of her show and reader of her blog...she is such a smart woman..woman with great advocacy..More power ms. Daphne..
by kcbinay on 2010-07-22 17:52:13