Mommyhood
We went to the doctor and… We’re so happy to share that we’re having a BABY BOY!! Our whole family is so thrilled to be welcoming a little boy. Even Rigel, the soon-to-be big sister, can’t stop hugging and kissing my baby bump. I also think that Vauhn is overjoyed that we’re having a boy because, right now, he’s at …
Mommy Hacks
If you’re an SSS member but don’t have a My.SSS account yet, here’s a simple step-by-step guide for you. But first, the basics… What is My.SSS? It is an online service platform of the SSS website wherein the members may easily access their social security records via their online account. You know what this means, mommies? No more hassle of …
Adventures, Mommy Hacks
The event to officially welcome me to the enchanting world of party-planning was my daughter’s Baptism. A baptism (also called Christening) is a celebration of life, faith, and culture wherein we welcome our children into the Christian faith. With your family and loved ones to celebrate the occasion, you’ll have a heartwarming and blessed sacrament. Since there is plenty of …
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 …
Adventures
Last year, we applied for Baby Rigel’s passport and since one adult gets to apply together with the infant via the Courtesy Lane (no online appointment needed), I decided to finally update my Philippine passport to my married name, too. If you’re planning to change your passport from your maiden name to your married name, here’s a simple guide for …
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 pamahiinΒ 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 β 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 …
