Last weekend, my husband and I were invited to attend Smile Train and Lighthouse Club Manila’s fundraising event at The Common Table, Salcedo Village, Makati City. Smile Train is the world’s leading cleft charity and they have partnered with a construction industry charity, Lighthouse Club Manila, to support their life-changing programs — to give comprehensive […]
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PlayLab PH: Things to Do in this Digital Playground for KidsRaising kids in the digital age is a real challenge. They need to be more active (I enrolled Z last summer in a Parkour Workshop by Ninja Academy PH and N is only allowed to use his tablet every weekend) so getting my kids off their gadgets is a goal for me on a regular […]
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My Son’s 6th Birthday at the RSCC Orphanage in Quezon CityLast 2018 my tita told me about their church’s charity event at an orphanage in Quezon City. Early this year when my son’s 6th birthday was coming up, I was thinking about what to do for his birthday. An outing? A new kiddie activity? A salo-salo at home? A simple dinner in a restaurant? […]
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Movers Guide: Keeping Your Child Safe When Moving HomeRelocating and packing up a house can be exciting but dealing with your child’s safety makes the experience much harder. From packing all of their belongings to baby-proofing, there are several steps that parents like you must take to ensure a safe move for your little one. Here are some ways of keeping your child […]
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3 Adorable Baby Shower Ideas for First-Time ParentsBabies may be beautiful but they don’t come cheap. The average newborn is going to add more than ten thousand dollars a year to the household budget. There’s no time like the present for a few gifts! Everyone wants to show off their new arrival to friends and family. A gathering is also an opportunity […]
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Lyric Piano Lessons: Benefits of Music Lessons for Young KidsWhen I was a kid my father bought me a piano organ as a gift. Back then I was taking up voice lessons at Center for Pop Music Philippines and I was also a member of our school choir, so I was familiar with recitals and competitions. Having mentioned that I can sing, hindi po […]
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Getting Back in the Swing: 5 Tips to Help Moms Return to the WorkplaceWhen mothers try to return to the workplace after a long break, it can be a very difficult time. Many moms feel both guilt and fear. They ask questions like, “Have I been gone too long?” “Will I be able to balance work and home now?” and “Will my children feel abandoned?” Not only is […]
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Level Up the Family Bonding Experience with the Da Vinci Kids AppHere’s a new way to learn and have fun with your kids even when on-the-go Wanting to know how to make pancakes at home or learn the basics of physics? Level up the family bonding experience and amaze your kids every day as you join them in their learning adventure with the Da Vinci Kids […]
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Four Fun Things You Can Do with the Kids in the YardRemember the days when you would go outside as a kid? You would ride your bike without a helmet. Remember riding down to the store or a friends house and stay out until the street lights came on? Most of us did these things back in our childhood. But we didn’t have the Internet back […]
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Personalized Gifts for Babies and Kids at Lovingly SignedLooking for a charming and practical gift for babies? Consider gifting clothing and pyjamas, particularly the Stitch Girl short pyjamas. The beauty of these pyjamas lies in the delicate and playful stitch detailing that evokes a sense of childhood wonder. They’re not just adorable but also exceptionally comfortable, made from soft, breathable materials perfect for […]
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5 Tips to Checking a Car Seat for Safety PrecautionsThe scariest truth about car seat safety is that out of five, four are incorrectly used. Every year, almost 500 children get killed in car crashes; 200 of them being in car seats designed to save their lives. Many of them get injured being in their car seats. Fortunately, there are some things […]
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5 Housekeeping Secrets Every Mom Should Teach Her KidsChildren learn through play, and everyone knows that dirt is good in their learning process because they are being active, exploring and making the most of their childhood. However, this may not always bode well for the state of your home at the end of a weekend. Teaching your children how to clean up instils […]
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What Is So Important About Early Childhood Education?Every parent instinctively wants what is best for their child. But, you may not have realized that their personalities and ability to learn can be shaped when they are very little. In fact, studies have shown that babies and young children literally absorb information like a sponge absorbs water. This lasts for the first 6 […]
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Promil Four iShine ART CAMP with Teacher Robert AlejandroMy son joined this year’s Promil Four i-Shine Talent Camp 6 and our experience was a memorable one. My youngest loves his Promil Four milk and I also want him to join future workshops by Promil. Z joined the Promil i-Shine ART Camp (Advanced Class) and his mentor was none other than the comical and […]
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7 Baby Must Haves for First Time MomsThe arrival of your first child can be an overwhelming experience for any new mom. However, many books you’ve read or classes you’ve taken; nothing really prepares you for being completely responsible for a new life. To this internal cacophony, you can add all the additional noise from friends, relatives and of course the Internet […]
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A Splashin’ Good Time at Cartoon Network Summer SplashLast May 13, Mother’s Day, our family had a splash-tastic time during the Cartoon Network Summer Splash at the Trinoma Activity Center in Quezon City. It’s a summer event for the whole family, as we were brought to a tropical island-inspired place in the city. The Cartoon Network Summer Splash event began at […]
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How Martial Arts Help Kids Prevent BullyingSchool becomes the most dreaded place for the kids who become the victim of bullying. Parents cannot even imagine those scary, crying nights which a child go through thinking about the day at school. Being bullied at school can be traumatizing and has the power to influence child’s mental conditions. Moreover, students with special learning […]
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5 Tips to Injury Prevention for your FamilyAs parents, keeping our children safe is the number one priority. And as the first step towards keeping your family safe from harm, it is important to know how to stay safe. You must know the basics of teaching your children to look both ways when crossing the street, to always buckle up, learn how […]
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Protect Your Kids from #HANGINfection with SafeguardWhat is #HANGINfection? These are tiny, invisible germs in the air and they are always around us. Yikes! But although we can’t prevent them from entering our homes, there’s a way we can protect ourselves. Here are 5 facts you need to know about HANGINfection: HANGINfection can travel from one place to another. When […]
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Bert Lozada Swim School in Ace Water Spa QCMe and my husband were actually considering martial arts as Z’s activity for summer 2017 but we ended up enrolling him in Bert Lozada Swim School to get swimming lessons. I sent an inquiry to their Facebook page and they told me I need to choose a venue first and go there for registration. They […]
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Raising Readers: Helping My Kids Develop A Love For ReadingI’m more of a reader than a writer. I find reading a pleasurable experience because I get to encounter new words, discover new things, meet strangers, and visit unfamiliar places. In a nutshell (for me), reading is a way of life. So if there’s just one trait I want to pass down to my children, […]
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HALO SleepSack Means Safe Sleep for BabiesDid you know that your baby can get longer and safer sleep during the night? HALO Sleepsack wearable blankets by HALO Philippines help promote safe sleep for babies and toddlers. We all know what sleep does to our body, but it’s a hundredfold more vital for your child’s brain and body development. HALO […]
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