HIK26 Celebration To Focus On Mothers' Well-being - LPPKN

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Nearly 66 per cent of mothers in Malaysia face personal time constraints, underscoring the ongoing challenge of balancing family responsibilities, careers and personal well-being, according to a survey by the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN).

Its chairman, Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim, said the findings reflect the reality faced by modern mothers, who not only manage households and nurture their children but also carry multiple additional responsibilities.

“Mothers are central figures in the family, especially in shaping future generations. However, in fulfilling these roles, many make sacrifices to the point of physical and mental exhaustion,” she said when appearing as a guest on the KASIH Lensa Keluarga Season 2 podcast produced by Bernama TV yesterday.

Rohani said the national-level Mother’s Day Celebration 2026 (HIK26), scheduled for May 10 at the Kuala Lumpur World Trade Centre, will adopt a more meaningful and advocacy-driven approach.

She explained that this year’s programme focuses on three key pillars -- recognising the sacrifices of mothers, raising awareness of the importance of their physical, mental and emotional well-being, and encouraging collective efforts to strengthen the family institution.

Rohani said the National Mother’s Day Celebration 2026 (HIK26), scheduled for May 10 at the Kuala Lumpur World Trade Centre, will adopt a more meaningful and advocacy-driven approach.

“The celebration, themed ‘Seteguh KASIH Ibu’, is no longer merely ceremonial but serves as a platform to empower women emotionally and mentally,” she said.

She explained that this year’s programme focuses on three key pillars -- recognising the sacrifices of mothers, raising awareness of the importance of their physical, mental and emotional well-being, and encouraging collective efforts to strengthen the family institution.

Among the highlights is the Seteguh KASIH Ibu Package, a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting mothers’ overall well-being, including health, emotional resilience and mental wellness.

The package is divided into three components — the Sayang Ibu Package, the Jalinan KASIH Ibu Package and the Minda Tenang Package.

The Sayang Ibu Package focuses on healthcare, offering HPV DNA screening, mammogram subsidies, and fertility treatment support and subfertility advocacy through the Fertility Treatment and Subfertility Advocacy (BuAI) programme.

Meanwhile, the Jalinan KASIH Ibu Package emphasises emotional strengthening through activities such as art therapy, laughter therapy and exposure to the five love languages to enhance family relationships.

The Minda Tenang Package offers relaxation and self-care opportunities, including MamaCare wellness massages and colour analysis to boost confidence and mental well-being.

Rohani added that these services will also be made available at LPPKN Family Centres nationwide to ensure broader access.

In addition to mothers, expectant mothers will also be given attention through two special forums, namely “Pejuang Dua Garisan” and “Seteguh Kasih Ibu”, which aim to provide a platform for sharing experiences, knowledge and emotional support related to fertility treatment journeys.

LPPKN will also introduce a Special Mother Inspiration Award to recognise women who have undergone fertility treatment at its Subfertility Clinic, celebrating their perseverance and serving as inspiration to other couples in building a family.

--BERNAMA