How did you meet your besties?

BFFs sharing their unique stories

In the February issue of Total Girl Magazine, my daughter and my niece briefly shared their story. They share what made them "Instant Besties." We're happy that they really value each other as "besties".

Total Girl Magazine February 2015

On cover are Girl Meets World stars Rowan Blanchard and Sabrina Carpenter.

Like my daughter, I'm sure that tweens who have this magazine love it. It's filled with besties inspired articles including activities that they can do with their friends. Plus there's a 5 Seconds of Summer and Gimme 5 posters. This issue also comes with #‎TGStarSwappers‬ set.

Total Girl Magazine February 2015
TG Life Guide, Totally True section

Total Girl mom to the rescue

I was asked to share my input for the August 2014 issue of Total Girl magazine. I'm a TG Mom to the Rescue!

August 2014 cover Janella Salvador

The tween's problem about home-school:

I've been home-schooled my whole life.I tell my parents that I still want to be home-schooled to make them happy, but the truth is that I'm actually not. I want to tell my parents that I want to go to a regular school for a change and enroll in the school of my choice, but I'm afraid that they'll get mad at me. How do I deal?

Dear troubled teen, hope my advice helped you :)

My short advise:

I encourage you to be honest and talk with them. Discuss but never argue. Tell them that you're grateful for being home-schooled. Let them know how you feel, what your concerns are or what you want to experience.
Communication usually leads to better discovery. You'll never know unless you voice it out. Still, whatever decision your family makes, keep an open mind. If they say “No”, accept it. Stay positive with hopes that they'll think about it and reconsider soon. Keep the faith! - TG Mom Czaroma

Here's the TG to the Rescue page:

Teens (and mommies with teens), if you are facing a tough situation at home, in school or with your friends, you can tell Total Girl magazine about it. Just send an email at helpTG@totalgirl.com.ph

You can get real advice from TG expert, TG ate, TG pal, TG mom and TG dad. They'll hear your problems and share some advice too.

Isn't that cool?

Daughter's opinion in Total Girl magazine June 2014

My daughter is 10 and she has her own points-of-view about life.
Her thoughts and opinions are something I will always respect.

Taylor Swift cover - my daughter is a fan too! :)

She shared her thoughts about school achievements on this month's issue of Total Girl magazine. It's her favorite magazine, a magazine that she's been reading since she was 4 years old.

The topic is: Is it important to be included in the honor roll - yes or no?

Pge 46 - Girl Talk Star Student Manual

 Her answers remained firm. She gave lengthy explanations, but of course, it got edited to fit the word/page requirement.

Read what she has to say:

YES

Behind the scene photos:

seriously writing her opinion

smiles for the camera

I am simply a supportive mom, and this is just one of her achievements that I am proud of!

Say NO to Bullying

My daughter got interviewed for a very sensitive topic about bullying. She was asked to share stories and express her point on view on whether she would fight back the bully or not.

Her take on the bullying topic:

"...Bullying is bad and it should stop."

It was published on Total Magazine Philippines October 2012 issue.

Total Girl Philippines magazine

April Magazines Grand Slam

The month of April is my daughter's birth month. Now, she's already 6 years old. It had been a simple family celebration and I'm glad she got what she wished for.


Knowing that her pictures got published in the April issue of the magazines that we frequently read is so delightful. Its like a birthday gift for her too! I can almost say that it's indeed a Grand-Slam moment!

 Disney Princess - Birthday Princess

Working Mom Magazine: Mommy Moments

Baby Magazine Gallery: Fun in the Sun

Smart Parenting: Kiddie Greets

Moms Today March April issue: Precious Moments Dressed For Summer

Manila Bulletin April 17 - Birthday Corner

Total Girl magazine: Birthday Shoutout

Smart Parenting: Parents' Pointers