Recent Blogs
MMPPSG: Bringing Home Our Preemie
What I did get to do on those long sleepless nights when I worried about my baby in the NICU was read up on preemies: what to expect, what red flags to watch out for, and what support groups I can go to for help. I also cherished the late-night conversations I had with mommy friends who also had preemies who told me about their experience in raising a preemie baby.
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 psychological studies have been done about in-laws. What doctors have found is that, like many conflicts, communication and understanding can be key.
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.
Pregnancy Mystified: Pammela
Pammela Senora-Eijansantos lives the beach life in La Union. The former nurse is quietly and happily living with her husband and her two children. Six years ago it was a life she could only dream of having, pregnancy and childbearing being complicated by her having Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (also known Hughes Syndrome) commonly referred to as APAS.
Mom Spotlight: Mia Lauchengco
It started with the discovery that her daughter had very sensitive skin, and 12 years ago Castile soap (pure olive oil soap) was difficult to come by in the Philippines. So she started making her own. Soon, moms began asking if they could buy soap from her. “I had the time to make soap, but not all moms did,” she says. “But all moms want to care for their babies’ skin.”
Why do Babies Need Sunlight?
The usual recommendation is 15-30 minutes a day between the hours of 7am and 9am, or early morning sun. Parents are asked to cover the child’s eyes (to prevent exposure to UV rays), cover the child’s genital area (also for UV protection), and to sun both front and back of the child. But why is this a recommended practice? Why is sunlight good for babies?
Pregnancy Workouts: Yay or Nay?
Exercising during pregnancy can help women alleviate some common pregnancy symptoms such as constipation, swelling, bloating, and (later on) backaches. It can help sleep cycles, prevent women from gaining too much weight, prepare the pelvis for delivery, lower risk of both gestational diabetes and C-section, potentially shorter labour, and more.
Exciting Prizes Launch Into the Mom Mind 2021!
#IntotheMomMind is our initiative for finding out WHAT’S IN YOUR MOM BRAIN? What’s occupying your mind these days? What are your most vital and urgent concerns? How do you manage your many roles? These are just a few of the questions we intend to answer!
How to Raise Financially Stable Children
If the definition of financial stability is someone who is financially independent with money to spare for leisure activities, such as traveling, owning their own home and car, being able to go shopping and dine out, while still having savings for a rainy day, then parents can easily raise their children to be financially stable with these tips.
Swimsuits for Pregnant Women
It’s summer, and the beach is calling! But because you’re a couple of months expecting, you don’t exactly have anything appropriate to wear. Worry not! There’s nothing quite as lovely as a pregnant mom on the beach showing off her blossoming belly. Plus, there are now a lot more choices in terms of swimwear for […]
