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While Jo-Myong inspects a curious pink sachet of micronutrient Sprinkles, his mother, Ri Un-Gyung, tells us about how these little packets have made a big difference. Since he started taking Sprinkles, his health has been good. According to a worker at their local health clinic in Wonsan, The children’s development is faster when they have Sprinkles. They sit, stand, walk, and turn over faster than other children of the same age. , , . . . , , .

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus during this Christmas season, we are thankful for each of our supporters who reflect God’s love by providing nutrient-rich soymilk for children in North Korea. Sitting cross-legged outside Hyesan Hyemyong Daycare are five young children enjoying the fresh soymilk provided by the generosity of a supporter. , . .

The Waudo Daycare & Kindergarten Supply Center in Nampo is an advanced work unit. They produce 1,170 litres of soymilk every single day! They use an electric boiler, or when electricity goes out, a VitaGoat machine. There is no work more valuable than providing soymilk to the children, said the director in a chat with us. . 1170 . , . .

At the Ryongsu Daycare, children receive one cup of soymilk in the morning and one in afternoon. The children love the soymilk. One little boy kept drinking and drinking saying please give me more even after his second cup! . , . .

Meet Kim Shin-Hyang, the proud mother of 8-month old son Ri Yae-Nam. They have both been taking Sprinkles for several months. Kim Shin-Hyang says her anemia symptoms disappeared since taking Sprinkles, giving her the much-needed energy to care for her first child. She thinks her son has also been healthier since taking Sprinkles and is developing well. 8 . . . . #LoveKidsinNK #DPRK #dailyDPRK #NorthKorea #Korea #soymilk #soybeans #fightmalnutrition #loveothers #photooftheday #picoftheday #feedthechildren #helpinghand #giveback # #

Playing outside in the chilly weather takes a lot of energy even for these little ones, and a weak immune system is an easy target for germs. A daily cup of soymilk, rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals, helps give these children the energy they need to play in the winter sun! . . . #firststepsorg #LoveKidsinNK #DPRK #dprkorea #malnutrition #endmalnutrition #soymilkministry

Whoever receives one such child in my name receives me.. Mark 9:37 God holds these precious children in high regard. What a blessing to be able to serve them with something as small and simple as soymilk! .. 9 37... . ! #firststepsorg #LoveKidsinNK #DPRK #dprkorea #malnutrition #endmalnutrition #soymilkministry

At the Shinmi Clinic we met O Mi-Yang and her daughter Ri Bok-Ryon. Mrs. O puts Sprinkles in Bok-Ryon’s soup or in rice. Mrs. O shared, She is a really good eater! Since taking Sprinkles she has gained weight, has had a really good appetite, good digestion, and she has grown taller. To learn more:http://www.firststepscanada.org/sprinkles #firststepsorg #LoveKidsinNK #DPRK #forthechildren #abetterworld... . . . . . .

As Thanksgiving weekend approaches, we are especially mindful of our partners in North Korea. We are so thankful for their hard work and dedication in producing soymilk daily, taking care of the children, and loving their communities. Please pray with us for the people of North Korea with us as the night temperatures begin to dip below 0C. . , . . #happythanksgiving #Canadianthanksgiving #firststepsholiday #firststepsorg #LoveKidsinNK #DPRK #dprkorea #malnutrition #endmalnutrition #malnutritionawareness #healthawareness #healthykids #nutrition

This Wonsan Pyonghwa Kindergarten boy can’t get enough of this delicious soymilk! In case you were wondering, every last drop of soymilk is put to good use To learn more: http://www.firststepscanada.org/soymilk ! .... . http://ko.firststepscanada.org/soymilk #firststepsorg #LoveKidsinNK #DPRK #dprkorea #malnutrition #endmalnutrition #soymilkministry