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Baby Love: Breastfeeding and Baby Skin Care

by Jojie Garcia When I became a new mom in 2015, it felt like hitting the ground running in a marathon. Suddenly, I had this little human being who depended on me for everything --- from nourishment, to daily hygiene and care, to kisses and cuddles and so much more! The most daunting tasks for me …

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MMPPSG: Bringing Home Our Preemie

by Jojie Garcia On the afternoon of April 2, 2019, I got one of the best text messages I’ve ever received in my life. “Rogo may go home today.” Rogo (short for Andro Santiago) is my son who was born at 30 weeks on March 5, 2019 and spent the first few weeks of his life in the Neonatal Intensive …

in Self-Care

The Psychology of In Laws

Marriage and motherhood often has its unexpected twists and turns, but one aspect of it that so many wonder after--prepare for it, but unsure of what to expect--is the relationship one might have with their in-laws. Perhaps, not surprisingly, due to it being an almost universal issue, many …

in Pregnancy

4 Reasons to Consider a Water Birth

Water births have been around for centuries, with the first recorded waterbirth in Europe documented in 1805. Mostly developed in France, water births are now more popular, and many hospitals around the world have installed birthing tubs to give women the option. Hundreds of women take that …

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Pregnancy Mystified: Pammela

Pregnancy Mystified is a new series by and on Mommy Mundo. Stemming from the response received to Patty Hizon’s preeclampsia story, the series seeks to shed light on unusual pregnancy and birth stories by sharing the unique experiences of moms in the community. These are real moms and …

in Mompreneurship

Mom Spotlight: Mia Lauchengco

When it comes to raising children, specifics aside, parents often have the same goal: to raise responsible children that will grow to be independent and self-sufficient adults. Parenting styles vary in the process of trying to achieve this goal. For a 9-year-old Mia Lauchengco her …

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Why do Babies Need Sunlight?

Protection from the sun is an important part of sun exposure. If you have taken your baby home one of the tips your doctor might have given you is to give the baby some sun. The usual recommendation is 15-30 minutes a day between the hours of 7am and 9am, or early morning sun. …

in Pregnancy

Pregnancy Workouts: Yay or Nay?

Upon first discovering that they’re expecting, many women wonder if they can continue with their active lifestyle or regular gym time. The quick answer is YES, women can continue to exercise. According to the Mayo Clinic, pregnancy is a good time for exercise. Being pregnant may …

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