Adventures, Mommyhood
Lately, I’ve had a lot of encounters with Filipino superstitions about pregnancy because, yes, I’m pregnant… again! Having been born and raised in the province, these superstitious beliefs (pamahiin) are not new to me at all. In fact, there are pamahiin for almost everything: marriage, building a house, pregnancy, funeral, etc. It’s become part of the Pinoy culture. I myself practice …
Adventures
Our first road trip with Baby Rigel was when she was just 3 months old. It was December, so we decided to spend Christmas at my parents’ house in Iriga City, Camarines Sur and New Year’s at my in-laws’ place in Calbayog City, Samar. Because it’s our first time, we didn’t know whether it would work or if the trip …
Mommy Hacks
Mommies!! Get a chance to win P1,000,000 when you purchase Philips Avent products on Lazada.com.ph from November 9 to December 12, 2017. Here’s the full promo mechanics (source): Eligibility & Promo Mechanics This promotion is open to all Lazada Philippines customers. Promo period is from November 09, 2017 – December 12, 2017. With a minimum spend of Php 1,500.00 of …
Mommy Hacks
Black Friday is the day following Thanksgiving Day in the United States and it has been regarded as the beginning of Christmas Shopping Season. On this day, most major retailers open their shops very early (even graveyard hours) and offer significant discounts and promotional sales. Here in the Philippines, we have our own version of Black Friday through Lazada’s Online …
Mommy Hacks, Mommyhood
Our princess needed a Little Mermaid Crown for her 1st Birthday, so naturally, mommy got busy! I was so excited for another DIY project. Yey! I took an old plastic crown from my sister’s headbands collection. Sorry TinTin! I’ll replace it with a new one. Promise! As you can see, the material is plastic and it’s pretty old and worn …
Mommy Hacks, Mommyhood
So, here’s what happened… I scoured the malls, boutiques, and online stores but I just couldn’t find the perfect shoes to match my baby’s Little Mermaid themed dresses! I was about to give up and just buy those plain slippers with Ariel’s face on it, when… ding! An idea hit me! Why don’t I just make them myself and save …
Mommy Hacks, Mommyhood
Where did the past 12 months go?! After months of sleepless nights, countless dirty diapers, and endless bottle-cleaning, it’s finally time to celebrate our baby’s 1st birthday party! Of course, the birthday bash is really a party for the parents and the extremely excited grandparents. We know that our little Rigel won’t remember her big day, but we surely will. Your …
Your presence at Rigel’s First Birthday party is the greatest gift of all! So, don’t worry about a gift all night, A gift of cash will make it right! However, should you wish to help us celebrate with a gift, we hope that this gift selection (from Lazada.com.ph) will make it more convenient for you to pick something that …
Mommyhood
“I’m writing this letter to let you know that my last day of work will be on August 15. I am reluctant to leave such an excellent employer, but I have decided to be a stay at home mom and be with my baby for the first few years of her life.” —says my resignation letter. OOTD: A Classic …
Mommy Hacks
As you may have read in my previous post 10 Hardest Parts of Being a First Time Mom, you now know that being one is as exhausting as it is exhilarating. But don’t lose control and freak out just yet! Because I learned a few tricks on how to get through the first few months with a newborn. How to …
