Recent Blogs
World’s First Dengue Vaccine Now Available in the Philippines
Good news for families all over the country: the world’s first dengue vaccine is now in the Philippines. According to a report by Inquirer.net, Dengvaxia is now available in the country. This was advised by Dr. Rose Delos Reyes, president of the Philippine Society of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases during a press conference in Parañaque City. […]
Mustela Maternite: Taking Care of Mommy’s Needs
One of the most significant moments in a woman’s life is the day she finds out that she is going to become a mother as pregnancy is a joyous occasion filled with many eye-opening discoveries. Cat Arambulo-Antonio, blogger and digital influencer, says, “I love that being pregnant means carrying a life. It boggles my mind […]
Getting Over a Miscarriage
Jules, that would have been my baby’s name. I was 30 years old, and already had four kids. When I found out I was pregnant, after having just attended an aerobics workout and vowing to get myself back into shape, I was ecstatic. Every child is a blessing and a miracle. And I got so […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Dealing with a Clingy Child
When you come home, he instantly latches on to you, giving you a warm embrace, kissing your face, and never letting go of your hand. On the weekends, he wants to be with you always, asking you to accompany him to Kumon class and bugging you to play with him the minute he sees you […]
Mushrooms and its Health Benefits
Did you know that our kids need four to six servings of fruits and vegetables a day to grow healthy? This comes directly from the meal requirements and nutrition standards of most countries, including the Philippines. That seems like a lot to chew on, but it’s what our bodies need to keep healthy. At this […]
Why Kids Need to Drink Water
A growing child’s everyday routine is typically filled with all sorts of spirited activities. He wakes up, has breakfast, and plays with Dad before the head of the family goes off to work. Mom then prepares him for school, where he learns his ABCs, sings with his classmates, and has a rollicking time at the […]
Book Review: Kaya Mong Maging Super Yaya
I wish there had been a book like this when my kids were younger. Reading Candice Cipullo’s “Kaya Mong Maging Super Yaya!” feels like talking to a fellow mom who knows exactly what I am going through. She talks about the qualities of a good yaya, the various development needs of children, the importance of […]
Decluttering Your Home For The New Year
Now that we’ve all settled into the new year, it’s a good idea to bid goodbye to all things material which have served their purpose, have fallen into grave disrepair, or have no space, physically or emotionally, in our future. Of course, this is better said than done. Indeed, at one of the 100% Whole […]
The Surprising Truth About Powder
Being a first-time mom can often be very confusing. Friends, family, and even strangers on the Internet will offer their advice in an attempt to help you navigate your new role. Their thoughts on what’s best will even be conflicting, only adding to your anxiety. One such instance that has divided the opinions of moms […]
How to Teach Your Kids to Be Thankful
Gratefulness is a wonderful attitude to have. It not only encourages you to appreciate everything in your life, big and small, it also prompts you to share what you have with others. But how do you teach your children to be grateful when they’re so wrapped up in their me-me-me world? Carissa Evangelista teaches her […]
