Back to School Baon Ideas with Cheez Whiz

Hi, mommas! How are your kids holding up now that they're back to face-to-face classes again after two long years of online learning? I'm sure they have mixed feelings about it; they must be excited and anxious at the same time. Just like my kids!

With the opening of school comes the familiar routine of waking up early, making sure your child's uniforms are in order, and planning and preparing the week's baon. And as parents who always want the best for their growing kids, it’s important that snacks don’t only taste delicious, but they should be nutritious and strength-building too.

A new chocolate drink in town

Iced cold Choco Hero in between roller-skating

My kids are physically active, and I’m really glad about it because physical activity is an important part of a child’s physical, mental, and social development. And, in order for them to perform these physical activities, they require energy! So I make sure they get all the energy they need from the food and drinks they consume.

Take the Pocky Heart-to-Heart TikTok Challenge and tap into the joy of gift-giving

This November 11, 2022 (11.11) Glico Philippines, Inc. is celebrating Pocky day with a new TikTok challenge that combines the Filipino culture of gift-giving with a cute Pocky 1 trend popularized in Japan.  The Pocky Heart-to-Heart TikTok Challenge is perfect for those looking to showcase their love to the ones they hold dearest.

5 Family-Friendly Board Games to Play Online

My husband is a huge online gamer, so it comes as no surprise that my kids are too. Well, aside from the fact that everything has shifted online these days.

So my husband and kids would play online games together, a bonding between father and his children, which for me is a sight for sore eyes. But the thing is, I always feel left out whenever they play. You see, I am not an online gamer. Sure, I play some online games, but not what their games are like. So sometimes, I feel like I am the not-fun mom. Lol!

Gone are the days when the family would gather around the table and play offline games or board games, just like how my family used to. This is just a part of my childhood that I miss, which I hope to bring to life with my own family.

And the good thing is, I actually can! I can bring the old-good games back to life with a modern touch. I'm glad I stumbled upon https://www.calculators.org/games/ a website that offers a variety of fun games for kids and just about everyone. They even have board games that we can play as a family, yes with me actually playing with them. Lol!

How to budget for your dream family home

There is no place like home! And, I'm very grateful that we have a place we can call home and live comfortably, especially during the pandemic. But you see, it's not really ours. We've been living with my in-laws in a condo for a while now. They also have a family home, but we opt to live in a condo because of its many perks, such as its safety - 24/7 security and resort-style amenities that the kids can enjoy anytime. But, this pandemic has got us thinking about getting our own place. Of course, we've been dreaming about our perfect family home for years, but it's only now that we've given this some serious thought. We’ve even drawn up a few sketches of what we imagine it to look like.

But, you might be asking, "is buying a real estate property a sensible decision during the pandemic?" Well, my husband and I have been reading about it, and the answer is, yes! Why? Low-Interest Rates, Discounted Prices, and Flexible Payment Schemes In spite of several challenges impacting both global and local economies, the Philippine real estate sector had a good start this 2022.

Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day: Bigger and more rewarding experiences for all Filipinos

It's September already? Oh, how fast time flies! It's the beginning of the Christmas Season here in the Philippines. And, as early as now, people are already starting to shop for Christmas presents. With this, Shopee is more driven by its goal of serving Filipinos wherever they may be. Shopee continues to deliver ease and convenience for all through its highly-anticipated double-day sales. With the upcoming 9.9 Super Shopping Day, the start of its year-end shopping season, Shopee gives everyone much to look forward to with a new community-building project, the greatest selection of deals, entertaining activities, and exciting prizes.

How to get a PSA birth certificate online

How was your kids' first day of back to school, mommies? Tristan's been attending his blended class for almost a month now, while Athena and Brianna's first day is next week. Yep, they don't go to the same school anymore, hence the different schedule.

I transferred Tristan to a new school that caters to his special condition. The enrolment process was easy and done online. But, they required some documents, including his birth certificate. However, due to unfortunate events (intentionally used this as Tristan's favorite TV series is "The Series of Unfortunate Events" lol), his and his sister's birth certificates got torn out. So, I have to get them new ones.

Oh, I remember the last time I got our certificates. I had to go to the PSA office and go through the traffic, the heat, the queue, and the waiting time. And, as the mom that I am, I try to restrict my time spent out to avoid all those things, especially given the fact that COVID-19 is still around. So if I could, I'd do everything online.And I am glad to know that I can actually request PSA certificates online and have them delivered to my home!

How about you? Did you know you can get a copy of your birth certificate or any certificate and CENOMAR online? It's true, and it's pretty easy to do via PSAHelpline.ph. I just got ours! Yay! So in this blog, I'll walk you through the easy steps to getting your PSA birth certificate online. So keep reading!

Celebrate Uni-Care's 19th birthday this August 18-19 on Shopee!

Uni-Care is celebrating its 19th birthday with a Uni-Care Brand Day Sale on Shopee this August 18-19! And for that, we can enjoy up to 50% off on Uni-Care baby essentials, birthday edition products, collectibles, and exclusive birthday deals! I love Uni-Care! Even though we don't have a baby anymore at home, we still use wipes, and I love Uni-care's wide selection of wipes. They have wipes for babies, makeup remover, pet wipes, and disinfecting wipes. We also use their handsoap and air freshener. I can testify to the quality and affordability of their products. Definitely worth your money.

So if you have babies, I do recommend Uni-Care for your babies' need. Check out these baby essentials you can get at during their birthday promotion.

Show off your best face forward with the O.TWO.O Pick Me! Makeup Clay

Ola! Our month-long family vacation has come to an end. We're now home, which means everything's back to normal. Even kids' classes are slowly transitioning to face-to-face. Do you know what that means? I will be going out more often! You know, the usual "hatid-sundo" moms' do. Being an introvert, the thought of going out and meeting people already exhausts me. Lol! I am now conditioning myself mentally, emotionally and physically. Of course, I have to look presentable when facing teachers and co-parents.

Mommies, do you feel me? Well, fret not because I discovered something to help us achieve and show off our best face forward - O.TWO.O Pick Me! Cosmetics. Check out these three products in my Shopee cart:

5 considerations when buying a family car

When I need to go places, I'm used to riding public transport as I grew up not owning a car or any vehicle. Besides, I grew up in the province, so commuting wasn't that much of an issue. But, when I moved to Metro Manila and had a family of my own, I realized the convenience of having one. With the growing population in the Metro, public transportation easily gets filled with commuters. Private car-hailing services are available, but with the heavy traffic, rates could go terribly high. Not to mention, Covid-19 happened and commuting poses a great risk of acquiring the disease. It's a good thing my in-laws have their cars. We live with them so we can use their cars when we need to. One of the cars is spacious and could fit us all. But, it's pretty old so we are looking into getting a new one.

As I mentioned, I never owned a car, so I am not knowledgeable about technical specifics or whatnot. But with some research and help from my in-laws, I now have a better understanding of the various considerations with buying a car.

I’ve outlined five considerations that we think are important for any family looking for a vehicle. Take a look and see if they match up with what you’re looking for in your next car.

Supercharge Your Skin With This Breakthrough Combo: Hyaluronic Acid + Marula Oil

Skincare is self-care! And, did you know that Hyaluronic acid and marula oil are the hottest actives in modern skincare? If used independently, each ingredient can give your skin nourishment. Put them together, and their benefits complement each other to bring out your best skin that will make you feel sexy from within!

Hyaluronic Acid, or Hyaluronan, is naturally produced by the body and is mostly found in the skin. Its main function is to retain water in your skin layers—when kept at optimal levels, it helps retain moisture and suppleness in the skin, speeds up healing, and has anti-bacterial properties.

On the other hand, Marula Oil is a newcomer in the beauty oil market and is native to South Africa. It contains antioxidants, amino and fatty acids that have anti-aging, anti-UV, and anti-dryness benefits, which makes it perfect for those living in tropical countries like the Philippines.

While either ingredient can work effectively from one another, you can still enjoy both and get their benefits through the NEW Avon Skin So Soft Supercharged Multivitamin Hand & Body Lotion with SPF 6 that also nourishes your skin with essential vitamins up to 10 layers deep!

MultiVitamin Charged Complex provides essential building blocks like Vitamins A, B3, B5, C, and E—all of which help maintain intense nourishment and protection for your skin.

To ensure these sexifying vitamins and ingredients stay with you, Deep Absorb Technology helps penetrate through the skin’s 10 layers for deep hydration and nourishment to bring out that healthy and

sexy skin from within.

Finally, through HydroBoost Technology, every application of Avon Skin So Soft Supercharged Multivitamin Hand & Body Lotion with SPF 6 ensures a healthy dose of Hyaluronic Acid and Marula Oil that instantly locks in and boosts moisture.

“Avon believes that everyone deserves to feel good in their own skin and that can start by having a healthy one,” shares Dione Cotoco, Avon Philippines’ Head of Beauty. “That is why we are bringing together all these high-performing ingredients, essential multivitamins, and exclusive technologies that will help you get the ultimate skin softness and radiance.”

The NEW Avon Skin So Soft Supercharged Multivitamin Hand & Body Lotion with SPF 6 is dermatologically tested, provides 48-hour moisturization, is suitable for everyday use, and is available in 250mL size.

Shop through an Avon representative or online via avonshop.ph. Like and check out Avon Philippines on Facebook to know more about your favorite Avon products!

Introducing NEW Pocky Range Redesigned To Appreciate The Goodness Of The Natural Ingredients For The Better Taste!

Since its launch in Japan in 1966, Pocky has maintained its core concept while gradually changing its packaging and formulation to meet the times and society. The new Pocky range will be launched in the Philippines on June 8 to suit the changing consumption scene and purchasing behavior in Southeast Asia. It will be available in major supermarkets and online stores such as LazMall and Shopee Mall.

Satisfy your Pinoy snack cravings with Prifood, now available on Shopee!

When you have kids, trips to the grocery store become more frequent. We usually do our grocery shopping twice a month. But my kids snack multiple times a day, so we quickly ran out of stock. Hence, the need to buy snacks again and again! Yes, trips to the grocery store could be a luxury to moms, but when you have multiple kids, without a helper, it could be daunting.

It's a good thing that grocery shopping can now be done online. What's even better, is that I can do it on my favorite shopping platform—Shopee. And, another good news. Prifood, one of our favorite Pinoy snack manufacturers is now available in Shopee where you can enjoy goodies as low as P23 and exclusive vouchers from June 10-12.

Shopee kicks off the 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale with “Mas Mura Sa Shopee” deals for Filipino shoppers

Are you ready to check out discounted items and avail of thrilling ₱66 and ₱77 deals, shipping discount vouchers, and 10% off daily at the 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale?

It's finally the mid-year, it's the perfect time to reward ourselves and recharge for what's to come in the second half of 2022. Shopee treats more Filipinos to a memorable mid-year shopping experience at the 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale. To kick off the mid-year sale, shoppers can look forward to “Mas Mura sa Shopee”* deals and enjoy ₱66 deals all day, shipping discount vouchers, and 10% off daily when they add-to-cart and checkout from May 27 to June 8.

Score “mas mura sa Shopee”* deals as low as ₱66 at the 6.6 - 7.7 Mid-Year Sale

As shoppers fill up their Shopee carts with their favorite finds, they can also discover “Mas Mura Sa Shopee”* [It’s cheaper on Shopee] deals with low-priced items that are guaranteed to make their haul worth every peso.

With 6.6 just around the corner, take your pick from the following items at only ₱66 that fits your everyday lifestyle.

Stay warm during cold nights with a stylish button down cardigan. Want to cook with ease? consider this multi cooker hot pot to be your helping hand in the kitchen. Upgrade your storage space with a multifunctional shoe rack organizer, which keeps your favorite pairs neat and orderly.

Say goodbye to wrinkled clothing with this handheld steam iron, which you can use either at home or on your next trip. Improve your gaming experience with these noise cancelling gaming headphones, giving you that high quality sound without sacrificing comfort. Beat the heat when you buy this anti-heat portable clip electric fan, a compact, trendy item that lets you chill comfortably while being on-the-go. Be sure to check out these deals quickly as they’ll be on limited stocks on 6.6.

Shopee launches a new in-app game in time for 6.6

Shopee is giving you more reasons to enjoy the 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale with the launch of its new in-app game. The game will be available to play on the Shopee app on June 1, where users will be treated with daily prizes including ShopeePay credits, Shopee coins, Shopee vouchers, and the latest must-have gadgets when they play and win!

Here’s a little hint on this fun new game from Shopee: it will be about connecting different letters in order to solve puzzles! To know more about Shopee’s latest game and its official name, you can visit the Shopee Prizes page from May 30-31. You also get the chance to take home an iPhone 12 or an Instax Mini when you correctly guess the name of Shopee’s new game.

Shop with up to 66% cashback and send money for free using ShopeePay

This mid-year celebration is made even more special with ShopeePay, Shopee's integrated mobile wallet that allows you to conveniently pay for your purchases and settle transactions with no hidden fees. With ShopeePay, you can send money to any bank, e-wallet or any Shopee user for free and save more with cashback promos for bills payment, as well as cheap mobile load and data offers.

Here are some ShopeePay offers users can check out during the 6.6 -7.7 Mid-Year Sale:

• From May 29 to June 1, join ShopeePay’s QR Code Giveaway and get the chance to win up to ₱50,000.
• On May 30, get free ₱100 when you send money for the first time using ShopeePay (valid for new users).
• On June 6, get up to 66% cashback when you check out using ShopeePay.
• On June 6, check out “ShopeePay Near Me” to enjoy ₱1 and ₱6 deals from partner merchants ranging from food & beverage outlets, lifestyle brands, and more!

To know more about the 6.6 - 7.7 Mid-Year Sale, visit the 6.6 Mid-Year Sale page on Shopee.

Up to 20% off on Palmolive Naturals Bath essentials on Shopee Beauty!

What are your favorite Palmolive products?

Out of the many products of Palmolive, their 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner are one of the stapes in our home. We've also tried their bar soap, and body wash for kids. And, I just ordered some Palmolive bath essentials through Shopee. One of them is their body wash which I can't wait to try!

Here are some of the items I ordered which you can get up to 20% off only on Shopee Beauty for their mid-year sale.

How to make your own pandesal at home

Have you ever wanted to make your own pandesal at home, but didn't know where to start? Then this one is for you!

I love pandesal. It's one of my favorite breakfast items. In fact, this classic Filipino bread is a favorite in households all over the country. I've always thought of making some before since I can bake a little (thanks, Google), but I just didn't know how to start.

The importance of family nutrition

Family nutrition is one of the most important aspects of a family’s life. From the youngest child to the oldest grandparent. Everyone needs nutrients to grow, repair tissues, and support vital bodily functions. Eating a nutritious diet can help to improve overall health, ward off chronic diseases, and promote a sense of well-being. Furthermore, good nutrition is especially important during key life stages such as infancy, adolescence, pregnancy, and menopause.

Best baby care tips from Mom-fluencers

Every mother has her unique parenting style. But, if there's one thing they all have in common, is that they all go above and beyond to ensure that their children are well cared for.

Some amassed a following online after gaining the trust of other moms who are looking for more references when it comes to providing the best. Here are some of the most useful ways to give your baby the best care growing up.

Experience the anti-aging effects of Retinol

Women of all ages are constantly on the lookout for ways to maintain their youthful appearance. One solution that has been shown to have anti-aging effects is Retinol. This ingredient can be found in many skincare products, and it can help improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and more. Retinol is available in both over-the-counter and prescription-strength formulations. If you're interested in trying Retinol for yourself, check out - Vibrant Glamour.

Vibrant Glamour was the first to discover a method for stabilizing retinol, combining it with ingredients like Vitamin E to make it safe & effective for daily use. We have been perfecting this formula for over 25 years & are one of the leading experts in retinol skincare. They have obtained main relative certificates such as MSDS, GMPC, SGS, FDA, and ISO. Aside from selling well in China, they also export to the USA, Britain, France, Australia, Canada, Russia, Southeast Asian countries, the Middle East and some African countries.

Caring for your little one's sensitive skin

Babies' skin is so smooth, silky and delicate; that's why extra precautions when taking care of them is a must. But what if your baby has sensitive skin? How do you address this and keep your babies skin as healthy as possible? It can be hard to know how to properly care for your little one's sensitive skin, but with the right information, it is definitely doable. 

Check out some of the tips below on how to take care of your little one's sensitive skin.

Enjoy exclusive deals on select Nestle Nutrition items at the Mom in a Million Super Brand Day Sale!

When you become a mom, trips to the grocery store become more frequent. This is especially true when you have kids of varying ages. It's true that trips to the grocery store are a mom's luxury, but if you are a mom of multiple kids without a helper, this is a taxing task. 

It's a good thing that everything can now be bought on Shopee. You can shop as often as you'd like! So, I'm calling out to all the super moms out there! Don't miss out on the Mom in a Million Super Brand Day Sale from May 12 to 13 on Shopee and enjoy exclusive deals on select Nestle Nutrition items!

Give the mom's in your life the gift of uncomplicated beauty with BLK!

Mother's Day may be over, but making her feel special doesn't have to be. Here's a gift idea that I'm sure all the moms in your life would appreciate- the gift of uncomplicated beauty with BLK! Enjoy exclusive discounts up to 50% off on BLK Cosmetics only on Shopee Beauty this May 11!

BLK Cosmetics' ultimate goal is to simplify every makeup routine with no-frills, quality cosmetics. So, if your mom is like me, who's not that good at applying makeup, then BLK is a good choice. They've pared it down to the absolute, most versatile essentials—just simple, wearable, and beautiful makeup that's worth your time and money. Yep! Beauty has never been this simple.

Check out some of these BLK must-have items to add to your list:

LUMOS RAY Smart Home Cinema Projector Review

If you're like me, then you love going to the movies with your family. But sometimes, the cost of tickets and snacks can add up. So what does a parent have to do? Bring the movies to your home and have your own private cinema. But what if you could bring the cinema-like experience too? With the LUMOS RAY Home Cinema Projector, you can do just that!

We have televisions at home, in the living room and in all the bedrooms. And, we are pretty much content watching movies, YouTube videos and Netflix series on them. So I never thought of needing a projector. But my mind changed when I got to try the LUMOS RAY Home Cinema Projector.

LUMOS is Singapore and Malaysia's #1 Home Cinema Brand which is now in the Philippines. And, they sent me the LUMOS RAY Smart to try. So in this blog post, I'll be talking about our experiences with this device and letting you know whether or not it's worth your money. Spoiler alert: it is! Keep reading to find out why.

Celebrating Moms Love

Hey Mommies! Just a few hours from now and it's our special day!

What's the best Mother's Day gift you've ever received?

Parenting made easier with Uni-Care. Enjoy up to 50% off at Shopee's 5.5 Brands Festival!

Today, Brianna asked me if I was going to take a nap so she could use my phone. Lol! It's funny because, when they were still toddlers, I always let them have naps so I could take a break from parenting, even just for a few minutes or an hour, if I'm lucky. Haha!

Parenting, especially to little children, is tiring. They are little balls of energy who don't seem to get tired. You have to keep an eye on them and never let them out of your sight if you don't want messy surprises. And not to mention the never-ending cleaning. It's a good thing that parenting is now made easier with partners like Uni-Care that we can count on during messy times

Nestlé Wellness Campus promotes solid waste management in public schools

April 22 is World Earth Day. And, this year's Earth Day theme is "Invest In our Planet".

In line with this, Nestlé PH believes that Education is key. And, this belief drives them as they highlighted its efforts on Earth Day to teach proper solid waste management (SWM) to young students in public schools across the country.

Johnson & Johnson hygiene essentials up to 50% off only at Shopee's 5.5 Brands Festival!

Building good hygiene habits starts at home. And, as a mom, I make sure I let my kids understand how important hygiene is and how being clean can keep them healthy and away from sickness. I started them young and I'm glad it grew on them. They are even more cautious ever since the pandemic started.

So, what are the hygiene measures we practice at home? We take proper baths every day; tooth brushing three times a day; and since the kids are growing up already, I am slowly introducing mouthwash to them. Handwashing when needed, like before and after eating or using the toilet. And because the pandemic calls for frequent handwashing, our hands tend to get dry, so we also put on lotion. With all these measures, aside from food, our shopping list heavily consists of hygiene essentials. It's a good thing that shopping for hygiene essentials is now made easier with Shopee. And, starting today, April 26-May 7, you can buy Johnson & Johnson products up to 50% off at Shopee's 5.5 Brands Festival!

Climate Change Commission and Nestlé PH announce Klimathon Champions

In the recently concluded “Klimathon: Our Race Towards A Net Zero Reality,” three teams emerged as winners! Klimathon is a joint initiative of the Climate Change Commission (CCC) and Nestlé Philippines that provided a platform for the youth to develop innovative and sustainability-based solutions addressing the impacts of climate change.

SPAM hearts with egg recipe + Great steals and deals for the Grand Launch of SPAM® PH on Shopee this April 24!

It's a lazy Sunday. We watched Stranger Things using our projector till late last night. So we woke up late and hungry. Hehe. Good thing we still have some cans of SPAM® Luncheon Meat. I made SPAM hearts with eggs for our Sunday brunch.

Watch the video below, which I also posted on Instagram for the recipe. 

How to keep your children engaged in learning

Children are naturally curious, and that is how they learn about the things around them and the world they live in. So, as parents, it is our obligation to nurture their curiosity and encourage their learning. After all, learning starts at home.

Here are some tips on how to keep your children engaged in learning.

Pampers launches their Newborn Kit this April 14 only on Shopee's Brand Spotlight!

After nine long months of carrying your baby in your womb, having gone through the different changes in your body for three trimesters of pregnancy, here comes the fourth trimester. Yep, that exists! 

The fourth trimester is the idea of a transitional period between birth and 12 weeks postpartum during which your baby is adjusting to the world and you’re adjusting to your baby. It's hard and overwhelming, I know. Been there, done that. Having to go through the changes and the pains in your body while having to take care of your newborn. That's why it's important that every mom gets all the support they need from the people around them. A mom needs to recover physically and mentally to be able to take care of her newborn. And sleeping is going to be a luxury. So you have to be aware of the reasons that might cause your baby to stay up at night. One of which is a full diaper. That's why it's important to invest in diapers that will keep your baby comfortable and protected all night long. As an experienced parent, I can say that Pampers diapers worked for us!

And, I have good news for you mommas. Pampers is launching their newest product, the Newborn Kit, on April 14 only on Shopee's Brand Spotlight!

5 voices in your head that you immediately need to shut out

Have you heard about negative bias? It's a psychological standpoint, wherein people gravitate toward negative information even if something positive is equally or more present. People tend to remember negative words more than their positive counterparts. Eventually, these words evolve into internal voices that induce doubt, anxiety, panic, and other unpleasant emotions that keep a person from living her most authentic self.

While having negative thoughts circling the mind is natural, it also tends to erode one’s own self-esteem, eventually affecting one’s ability to function properly. Acknowledging them when they surface is an ideal first step towards shutting them down.

In celebration of International Women’s Day, last March 8, here’s a list of the most common intrusive thoughts that most women deal with:

The Invisible Battle: How to Watch Out and Speak Out against Verbal Abuse

In a recent Social Weather Stations survey, 1 out of 4 or 25% of Filipinos, aged 15-49, are revealed to have experienced some form of violence during the ongoing health crisis. This includes verbal abuse, which has become a hidden battle faced by most women on a regular basis.

Verbal abuse can often be confusing not just for the survivors but also for the abusers because it manifests differently—gaslighting, judging, blaming, name-calling, condescension, and verbal threats, among others.

Matching Mommy Daughter Bracelets

Threening in our white dresses and Personalized Matching Mommy Daughter
Bracelets by Sparkles by Erin

"A daughter is God's way of saying, 'Thought you could use a lifelong friend.'"- Unknown

Mom and daughters indeed have a special kind of bond. And I can say that becoming a mom has brought me even closer to my mom. I now understand her better, her ways of disciplining my siblings and me, and the things she did for us. Apart from the many life lessons she taught us, she also is a cool and kikay mom. I'm the youngest of four siblings, my sister and I have a seven-year age difference. So I was my mom's baby and enjoys dressing me up, which I also do now to my daughters, Athena and Brianna.

Although my mom would dress me up and doll me up when I was a little kid, I wasn't really into it growing up. Though I love to wear nice clothes, you'd rarely see me wearing any jewelry or accessories. And, I wasn't also the "twinning or matchy-matchy outfit kind of mom" well, not until recently. I suddenly began enjoying wearing "threening" outfits with my daughters and realized that it wouldn't be long until they'd want to do this with me. So I am cherishing these moments with them. 

And just recently, we got our first-ever matching mommy daughter bracelets from Sparkles by Erin. Yay! 

Usually, I just get twinning accessories for them, so I was really excited about this. 

We received it at perfect timing because right after the kids' exams, we went on a quick trip to Tagaytay. So we took the opportunity to dress up and have our photos taken with our bracelets!

Look how pretty they are, they even have our names on them!

Sparkles by Erin is an online shop selling handmade and personalized mom and baby bracelets for as young as newborn to adult sizes. They have been in the biz for 3 years since 2018, which really only started as a hobby until early last year when the owner decided to give it more focus given today's social and economic situations.

What makes their items unique?

• Bracelets are available for as young as newborns. It's very rare for you to find bracelets made for babies, right?

• They take pride in their products for being safe because they use a fixed wire to make them, thus it is impossible for little hands to break under normal conditions. (Of course, it is advisable for parents to still practice caution as the bracelets still contain materials that are choking hazards. )

• Can be personalized with a name or statement at no extra cost.

• Customizable - choose your preferred bead color, lock and wire finish.

• Classy & charming designs

• The materials they use are 14k gold electroplated brass

• Non-tarnish

• and hypoallergenic.

When you buy from them, your items will come in a dainty jewelry box and pouch.

I just realized that matching bracelets are something we can continue using even as they grow up. They may feel awkward wearing matching outfits but not bracelets, right? Haha! This momma is just being hopeful.

Anyway, Mother's Day is just right around the corner. These matching mommy daughter bracelets would be a perfect gift! Get a pair each for you and your mini-me/s, or include them on your wishlist and have someone purchase them for you as a gift. Get one for your mom too, or gift your mommy friends. I'm sure they'll love it!

Check out Sparkles by Erin's website for all their designs or have them customize them for you.

Website: https://sparklesbyerin.com/

Follow their social media pages for more updates and promos:

FB: https://www.facebook.com/sparklesbyerin

IG: https: https://www.instagram.com/sparklesbyerin

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sparklesbyerin

Twitter: https://twitter.com/sparklesbyerin/

#PowerUp your baby's skin with only the best and most delicate baby products with Johnson & Johnson and enjoy exclusive discounts!

Because babies' skin is so delicate, it's only appropriate that we use gentle products on them. Time to #PowerUp with baby products that leave your baby's skin glowing and growing with Johnson & Johnson's!

Johnson's® is the global #1 in baby care. Trusted by moms for over 100 years, Johnson's® is committed to achieving a TRIPLE BABY PROTECTION™ promise of SAFE, MILD, and EFFECTIVE products.

And, just by signing up on Mom's Club, you can enjoy exclusive brand discounts and deals up to 29% off!

Zenutrients joins Shopee's #TatakPinoy Virtual Trade Fair!

Shopee makes Filipino-made products accessible for more people with their #TatakPinoy Virtual Trade Fair! It also helps local MSMEs grow their businesses online.

When we support local products, not only are we doing good for ourselves but for the environment too.

Locally made products mostly use natural to raw ingredients, making them good for the body and the environment. And when we support local MSMEs we are generating more jobs for Filipinos which helps boost the economy.

Among the many brands participating in the fair is Zenutrients and they offer discounts of up to 20% off!

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Baby Brianna

When you're a mom, you only want the best for your children. It starts the very moment they're conceived, the 9 long months we carry them in our womb, the day they were born until they grow up. It never stops. I am actually getting emotional right now. Oh, how fast time flies! All my 3 children are not so little anymore. I have a pre-teen, a tweener and a pre-tweener! I can't help but reminisce the time when they were still babies. So mommies and daddies, enjoy your babies while they are that tiny. The days may be long, but the years are short!

I know babies could be a handful, and motherhood doesn't come with a manual. That's why having a solid support group means a lot. It's also good to know that there are brands and products we can depend on for our needs and our babies, like Pigeon!

Cleene CLIO makes Clean Teeth possible for Families this World Oral Health Day 2022

March 20, 2022, is World Oral Health Day! I took this opportunity to talk to my kids about oral health. I emphasized that being healthy should be holistic, so we shouldn't be just paying attention to just one aspect of our health. We're already past the struggle of getting them to brush their teeth. So basically, it was just a review and storytelling where I shared about their first time toothbrushing.

I also reminded them that not because we're just at home, they shouldn't be brushing at all. In fact, they should, because aside from it being basic hygiene, they have been eating a lot. We also talked about how difficult it is to access healthcare services during the pandemic. And that includes dental services. So yeah, as cliche as it is, prevention is better than cure!

And, this World Oral Health Day, I represented by my blog "She's The Mom", as part of Mommy Bloggers Philippines community is celebrating with Cleene CLIO by inviting everyone to celebrate by practising proper oral healthcare with their families.