Mommy Hacks, Pregnancy
So many of you have been asking how to compute for your SSS Maternity Benefit under the new Expanded Maternity Law. Yes, I’ve received your queries and I’m so sorry for not being able to respond quickly because, you know… kids. But, ‘coz I love you guys, the objective of this post is to help you compute for your SSS …
Marriage, Mommyhood, Pregnancy
I learned about Push Presents from a Mom Bloggers group which I joined 3 years ago. Apparently, it’s a huge trend in the US. Let me give you wiki’s definition: A Push Present (also called a push gift) is a present that the partner or woman’s family gives to the birthing mother to mark the occasion of her giving birth to their …
Mommyhood, Pregnancy
First off, I’d like to thank all my readers for giving plenty of love to my post about SSS Maternity Benefit and how to be a qualified member. I’m also sorry for taking too long to respond to your queries. Between breastfeeding and playtime, ang free time ko lang talaga is when both kids are asleep. To assist other moms-to-be …
Mommyhood, Pregnancy
He’s here! Ten little fingers, ten perfect toes, We finally welcomed our Baby Altair Ross! My repeat cesarean section was scheduled at 6:30 in the morning of June 2, 2018, so, I was already admitted at the hospital the night before. Filled with a combination of angst, excitement, and a bit of panic, I wasn’t able to sleep. I just …
Mommy Hacks, Mommyhood, Pregnancy
Update: New policy on Benefit Eligibility starting October 1, 2018 The time you discover that you have a growing human inside your belly is a magical moment! But before you get too pumped up with decorating the nursery or thinking of baby names, let’s dive into the practical side of having a baby – expenses, expenses, and more expenses! …
Pregnancy
33 weeks pregnant na agad ako?! What just happened? Time passed by so fast I didn’t even realize I was already halfway through 3rd trimester. That’s the main difference between my pregnancies. When I was pregnant with Rigel, time flew by so slowly as I document her every movement and record all the stuff that’s happening to my body. Syempre, …
Mommy Hacks, Pregnancy
I didn’t go through the hassle of filing for my SSS maternity benefit during my first pregnancy because our HR Officer processed everything for me. Now that I’m a full-time mom who opted for voluntary SSS membership and is 25 weeks pregnant, I’ll have to personally accomplish and submit all my requirements. If you’re an unemployed, self-employed, or voluntary SSS …
