10 Best Holiday Gift Ideas from The Mind Museum

It's the time of the year when everyone needs extra help in finding that special holidays gifts. I'm also thinking and looking for the best gifts especially for kids. Are you also looking for gifts to give your kids and your "inaanaks" this Christmas?

Year after year, people rush to stores for that last minute gift shopping with hope of finding something extraordinary. We all want to give our loved ones, especially the kids, what they wished for or something more remarkable.

Mind Museum, the first world class science museum in the Philippines, doesn't just provide a whole new learning experience for kids, it also has great educational toys for children of all ages. It even has the best and most unique gift suggestions that kids of all ages can enjoy and learn from.

Check out these ultimate gift guide that will add twist to your usual holiday flavor. They also inspire learning and lets you celebrate the season of giving.

1. The Scientific Date

Surprise your loved ones and the young ones with All Day Passes or gift certificates to The Mind Museum!

With over 250 hands-on, minds-on exhibits and live experiment demonstrations that unveil the remarkable science behind living and non-living things, a date or two in The Mind Museum is definitely a unique and exciting way to spend time together this Yuletide season.

It's great to have a date in a science-themed gallery, or stargazing in cozy couches in a custom-made planetarium with the entire family, right?

(The Mind Museum tickets all day passes Php750/php)


2. Name the Stars after Your Loved Ones

Leave your names or your loved ones’ on digital exhibits found in the different galleries in the Museum, through a fixed donation that come with e-certificates.

Imagine the delight of seeing your family’s name imprinted on the virtual stars that make up a constellation, or name a specific kind of dinosaur that inhabits a virtual era in history. What’s more heart-warming is that all proceeds for this program go to supporting the institutions’ project of giving free museum visits to public school kids.

(Virtual exhibits’ price ranges from Php1,000 to Php5,000, depending on your choice of show. For more information, visit http://exhibits.themindmuseum.org.)

Perfect! I can name a star "Skylah" (my daughter's name) and name the dinosaur "Brent" (my son).


3. The Key to Endless Discovery

This is a year-round, all-day admission to the first world-class science museum in the country.

The Mind Museum’s Unlimited Science Pass also gives free admission to over 300 worldwide science museums, discounts on travelling exhibition tickets, birthday packages, and purchases inside The Mind Museum Store. Also, this unli-pass directly supports free museum passes for underprivileged kids.

(For a group of four or more, avail the Unlimited Science Pass for only Php2,250/pax. Visit https://www.themindmuseum.org/science-alive/63/membership-program for more information)

Wow this unlimited Mind Museum pass is something that my kids would love to have!


4. All for Science, All for Love

Why not sponsor a trip for public school kids this Christmas to celebrate the holidays in a meaningful way?

You can even ask your family or friends to join you in spearheading this project to further enrich the sense of wonder of these young ones. Don’t worry, The Mind Museum’s doors are open to plan and accomplish this advocacy of embracing and sharing the true spirit of the season.

(To inquire about this project, please send your email to inquiry@themindmuseum.org.)

Doing this is truly heart-warming!


5. If these shirts could talk:

Let your friends “wear their wit” with these design shirts that are exclusively available in The Mind Museum Store! These shirts come in different colors and are tastefully designed with vibrant graphics and statements that will truly make science a cool fashion statement of choice this holiday season.

(Prices range from Php379.75 to Php499.75)

Really cool shirts for all kids!


6. Of Puzzles, Papers, and Pencils:

Give the young ones (or even your family and friends) these funky Human Anatomy Notebook and Science Alphabet Notebook! They’re, indeed, a safe space for random thoughts, important lists, or mind babbles. Here’s a tip: pair these notebooks with Puzzle Color Pencils and let its colorful tips become their wand to create their DIY-diary.

Human Anatomy Notebook and Science Alphabet Notebook Php379.75
Puzzle Color Pencils Php649.75

I love fancy notebooks just like these!


7. Own the Universe

While the kids are taking baby steps towards their dreams, show them the momentary short-cut in seizing the universe, literally, through the Star Planetarium! Projecting 3D stars, planets, and constellations. This amazing contraption also includes 3D glasses for a more mesmerizing virtual representation of what’s above and beyond the world we’re living in.

Star Planetarium set Php2,579.75

Wow! I'll wish this for my kids! :)


8. Unearthing the Dinos

Let the kids experience being a paleontologist and travel back to the era of dinosaurs with the special edition Dino Excavation Kit.

Dig for the bones hidden in the gypsum block, assemble them and enjoy your very own miniature dinosaur skeleton replica. Top it off by learning more about the fossils you have just uncovered.

entire Dino Excavation Kit Php 2,699.75

Great activity for curious kids (and parents)! 


9. Tricks and Treats:

Have fun teaching your kids using playing cards that are exclusively sold at The Mind Museum store.

There's What’s GNU?—a 3-letter learning game deck or go for a game of speed and visual tricks with Hyperswipe! Grab these cards now, be the learning and game master at the same time, and let the enlivening game itself, too, serve as an added gift to these kids!

What’s GNU Php 949.75, Hyperswipe set Php 1,349.75

My kids have a game deck like GNU... now, I want to try Hyperswipe with them!


10. Build Your Own, Learn on Your Own

Teach your young ones the basics of gardening, without having to worry about landscaping your backyard, with these innovative plant miniatures!

Let them grow the Sweet Leaf, which grows leaves that be used as a natural substitute for sugar; the Mini-Melons that will actually produce sweet mini cantaloupes in less than 2 months; or get really out-of-this-word with the Curious George Outer Space Adventure Garden that will even allow them to experiment right in their mini pots!

Sweet leaf and Mini-melons Php 829.75
Curious George Outer Space Adventure Garden Php 1,229.75

Don't you just love to get one of these for your kids?

Let's all have a merry and meaningful Christmas season!

Bank on Your Child's Future at Cordlife Philippines Newly-Upgraded Facility

For expectant and future parents, have you thought about storing your baby's cord blood for future use?
As parents, we want to secure our most valued investment in life - our children. And you can do that by making the right choice... and one way is through Cordlife Philippines.

Cordlife New Stem Cell Facility Opens for The Public

Cordlife Philippines, the leading cord blood and cord lining banking provider in the country, launches its newly upgraded stem cell and cryopreservation facility for Filipino families. This facility is located at UP-Ayalaland Technohub.

This expansion is driven by the growing number of parents who recognize the value of banking their baby’s stem cells in the country.

It’s the first and only facility in the Philippines that features separate isolated processing rooms for cord blood and cord lining.

The event launch was hosted by popular DJ Delamar Arias and graced by celebrity moms, actress and beauty queen Lara Quigaman and reporter/journalist Niña Corpuz. The 3 Mom Ambassadors all shared their personal experiences of being Cordlife moms themselves.

Also present at the launch were Cordlife Group CEO Jeremy Yee, Cordlife Philippines Medical Director Dr. Arvin Faundo, and Cordlife Philippines Director Michael Arnonobal.

The event highlighted the five essentials of mother and child that Cordlife addresses through services.

1. Sense of Security.The facility is designed with cryogenic storage capacity that can accommodate up to 30,000 cord blood and cord lining units. Parents who banked with Cordlife can have peace of mind knowing that their baby's stem cells are kept in a highly secure laboratory built to withstand earthquakes, ward off fire and are not dependent on electricity.
   
   
2. Expertise.Cordlife’s expertise in the stem cell banking arena, is proven not only by being the largest network of cord blood banks in Asia, but also the number of cord blood releases for stem cell transplant and their adherence to the stringent global standards of AABB (formerly known as American Association of Blood Banks). Cordlife Philippines is also the country’s first and only ISO 9001:2008 and Department of Health-registered cord blood and cord lining bank.
3. Value for life.
   Cordlife is committed to being a steadfast partner to parents who wish to bank their baby’s stem cells because of their proven ability to treat Leukemia, Thallasemia and other types of cancers.
   
   
4. Bond.
   Cordlife helps preserve this precious bond between the mother and the child. Partnerships are forged with trusted hospitals and research institutes like Duke Medicine research, adding more value to this special mother and child bond.
   
   
5.  Investment.
   All these essentials are available to parents as a practical investment for their child’s health.
   
   “To help the most number of Filipino families access this important service, Cordlife offers cord blood/cord lining banking for as low as P8,000 per year, and offers flexible payment schemes that are within reach of most families,” says Michael Arnonobal.
   

One Chance. One Choice. Together with Cordlife.

+Cord Blood Banking
Cord blood (or placenta blood) could offer hope for the child or members of the family. Why? Because stem cells can be used to treat a number of diseases.

+Umbilical Cord Lining
Baby's umbilical cord lining is a rich source of Mesenchymal (MSC) and Epithelial (EpSC) stem cells.

+MetaScreen
Comprehensive metabolic screening for newborns from one simple urine test. It is non-invasive yet more accurate and effective in detecting inborn errors of metabolism.

Cordlife Philippines
Event Launch Nov. 18, 2014
Crowne Plaza, Ortigas


ABOUT CORDLIFE MEDICAL PHILIPPINES INC

Cordlife Philippines was officially launched in February 2010 as Philippines’ first and only cord blood processing and cryopreservation facility to better serve the cord blood banking needs of the local market. Registered with the Department of Health, the ISO-certified facility was built in accordance to global gold standards such as the American Association of Blood Banks to give local families peace of mind. In 2013, the Company launched the country’s first and only cord lining banking service, using CellOptima™, a patented technology invented in Singapore that can isolate and expand two types of stem cells from the umbilical cord lining. Cordlife’s 365-day facility is equipped with the world’s most advanced fully automated cord blood processing system, SEPAX-2® and has a storage capacity for 30,000 cord blood units. Cordlife Philippines is a subsidiary of Cordlife Group Limited, a mainboard company listed on the Singapore Exchange.

For more information, you can email info@ph.cordlife.com
Or add them on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/CordLifePhilippines

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!

Bring Home the Playset Fun

Spending time in the playground is a fun physical exercise. In this age of technology and video games, some kids would rather keep themselves busy with the latest gadget or games.

It's great to see kids spending time in outdoor playground. They can spend hours playing in the swing or see-saw, sliding down the tube slides and hanging on monkey bars.

A playset is safe source of enjoyment for kids. It also enhances their physical skills and motor development. They also learn to share and take turns. It will burn their energies positively and stimulates creativity too.

I love this wooden playsets in charlotte. It's an outdoor wooden playset created for many years of use. Kids would surely have fun in the sling swings, horse glider, wave slide, and in the trapeze. They can get more adventurous with the rock climb plank and cargo net. The quality and safety provided is superb.

Childhood memories last a lifetime. If you have a space in your background, take time to consider buying a playset for it would help create that wonderful memory. These playsets are created to revive enhance kid's childhood spirit and imagination. Nothing can match the pleasure of playing outdoors where kids can have the grandest time of their lives.

7 Years Milestones

Being 7 years old had been great for my daughter. It's her best and happiest year so far. It's the year when she had the grandest time of her life.

Lots of wonderful memories and achievements happened when she turned seven. I could list a hundred things that makes being 7 a great year, but let me share her best 7 moments -

Celebrated her ballerina themed 7th birthday with family and friends.

happy 7th birthday Skylah!

Joined the school's Buwan ng Wika activities where she performed a traditional Filipino dance with her classmates and declaimed the piece "Sa Aking Mga Kababata."

first declamation piece

Performed two ballet dances for Effie Nanas' Grand Ballet Recital - Enchanted Ballet at the CCP.

ballet recital on stage

Dressed up as Barbie doll for Halloween where she felt like being a Barbie celebrity for a day and won several prizes.

my Barbie doll :)

Played the role of Tinkerbell in the school's Christmas celebration - Disney's Believe in Holiday Magic. Remember Kid's Performances HERE.

my Tinkerbell

Received her First Holy Communion. Participated in the church rites - Greetings, Ama Namin prayer, Glory to God and Tell the World of His Love.

greetings

Ranked first in class and overall top 2 in Grade 2. Received the Second Honors Award and Best in Co-curricular Award.

congrats Skylah!

Last week, she turned 8 years old. Hoping for another fruitful year for my daughter!

On Parenting Tips and Advices

One of the best things that happened to me is being a mom. It makes every day very fulfilling, challenging and exciting at the same time.

Being a mom was never easy. I have been thankful that my hubby and everyone in my family had been very supportive. Even until now, I got the support and encouragement that I need from them. More than that, they celebrate with me my kids' achievements. To say that they are the wind beneath my wings is an understatement.

Aside from that, I also find myself reading parenting magazines and turning to the Internet for more parenting tips and information. In the parenting websites, I find ways that helped me in taking care of my kids. With so much technology, mom forums can be a life saver too. There are some online community forums where dads take time to interact with fellow parents. I find that act very admirable.

Logging into an online mom forum is worth spending time to. These forums are filled with different moms who from all over are enjoying their roles as mothers. There are different situations that I can somehow relate to and I find many questions answered or have already been asked by other people before. There I learned more ticks and tricks on putting my baby sleep to sleep, the best baby products that is good from their skin and even the importance of baby music and baby books; and a lot more. I found pregnancy, newborn, toddler and even working mom topics very beneficial.

As my kids grow, I remember checking these forums when searching for a good preschool around the neighborhood and finding out Halloween events, Easter egg hunting activities or summer programs that my kids can attend.

It's great to check out parenting forums from time to time and interact with fellow parents. More than that, these mom forums also makes me remember that as I give time to care and protect my family, I must not forget to provide time for myself too. In allows me to realize the importance of those "me-time-moments" in making sure that I fulfill my mommy duties to the fullest and be a better mom to my kids.

Be a Kid Entrepreneur

My daughter made this For Sale sign for their school event.

school food sale

As part of their Math and Science week, students from Grades 1 to 3 participated in the school food sale.

She told me that students bought candies, chocolates, cookies, foods (shanghai, cheese sticks, spaghetti, carbonara, sandwiches) and drinks for the activity. Though, they could not sell food as high as 20 pesos. This event teaches them about Philippine bills and coins, how to count and make changes. 

She enjoyed selling her chocolates and marshmallows. We only bought few pieces and her food container was nearly empty when she arrived home (though they ate leftovers in the school service). She excitedly announced, "Ang dami kong nabenta!" She sold around Php 140... and for her, that's a lot already. That's her first earnings and we're proud of her! But she also realized how hard selling can be! Learnings.

She shared funny and inspiring stories based on other students' food sale experiences as well - as to what items are the best sellers, who made lots of money and foods that she bought. Now, she's looking forward to the next school food sale event! :)

This food sale also allows kids to experience setting up their little businesses, and buy items from their fellow students.

Who knows, maybe some of these students would grow up to be future entrepreneurs!

Kids can be entrepreneurs while they're still young. Parents can give them encouragement and support that they need. Since school summer vacation is almost near, you can allow your kids to enjoy and experience running their own little businesses too! 

Grand Baby Fair

Buying items for babies is truly enjoyable even if I'm not on the family-way and my toddlers are now kids.

Last Sunday, we dropped by Baby Company's Grand Baby Fair at SM Megatrade Hall. Pregnant mommies with their hubbies and little kids filled the place. There are fantastic deals for baby supplies and lots of discounted items! It's great to see moms and dads filling their shopping baskets and carts with baby needs.

I bought Chicco bottle sterilizer, at a 20% discount, for my kuya and sis-in-law (the expecting their third baby this March), and Johnson baby products for my kids. My youngest sister grabbed a Chicco toy for our cute nephew.

We got this Swag Bag which is given free upon purchase of P 2,000. Its loaded with product samples and useful freebies. I lost my Mom Card which I got from last year’s Baby Fair, so I didn’t get to have the free cellphone holder.

 Inside my Swag bag are:

Magazines (Mom’s Today, Total Girl, K-zone), Mimiflo baby hangers, Toy Story bath sponge, diapers (Pampers Active Baby, Huggies Newborn), Chicco Pacifiers, Hello Dolly Mittens, Ceelin vitamins, Mini Notebook, Ainon burp cloth, St. Patrick bib, Philips Avent VIA cup, Oilatum Bar, Disney Baby keychain, Pigeon Baby’s Pocketbook, Ascof Forte tablets, Charlie’s Soap hypoallergenic laundry powder, vouchers and coupons (Great Image and Tiny Love).

I also got to pick these prizes - two Philips Avent VIA cup and bib from the Avent booth (sad that one of the cup and bib got lost) and a Johnson's baby soap from Johnson's booth. Goldilocks booth handed us three Mickey Mouse choco-lollipops.

It's good that the payment system is now much better compared to last year! There are also learning segments, interactive activities and games, play area of Gymboree and Wilkins drinking water stations.

This Grand Baby Fair only comes once in a year, so pregnant moms and moms with toddlers should watch out for the next baby fair.

Smart Parenting Meet and Greet: Enlightening and Inspiring

The Smart Parenting Meet and Greet had been an enlightening afternoon filled with inspiring talk and interesting discussions.

Being a former Summit Media employee, it felt good to be invited as one of the lucky magazine reader, together with my sister and my nephew. There I've met mommy and online friends, bloggers, and of course, the people behind Smart Parenting magazine and SmartParenting.com.ph.

"Words are more powerful than fact."
"Choose your words... direct your kids' life"
"... words that daily empower them to direct their life, their decisions"

All these interesting words came from the informative talk by Aileen Santos. Her talk on raising successful and happier kids thru the power of words is indeed very insightful. She shared the value of words, the labels that parents put on their kids, and its effect on their lives.

She used as an example the water-crystal experiment (crystalline formations made on both clean and dirty water ) conducted by Japanese scientist Masaru Emoto. It illustrated what words words can do to human beings.

The talk was followed by discussions with Smart Parenting staff where we, readers, share insights and suggestions as to what we'd like to see and improve about Smart Parenting.

There had been a raffle as well. My sister won baby products and I'm happy for getting a this cute prize - a mini water dispenser from Sangobion.

Thank you Smart Parenting and sponsors for these goodies.

goodies and raffle prize

I know lots of moms are already looking forward to next year's Smart Parenting Meet and Greet event!

This event was held last November 29, at the Eastwood Richmonde Hotel. Major sponsors include Eastwood Richmonde Hotel and Sangobion.

photo with Smart Parenting staff

our table: mommy friends, SP mommy readers, bloggers

with my nephew and my sister

Remember and Share:

"Stop letting your worst memories be the moments that define who you are"

National Geographic Little Kids

 

It's good that National Geographic Little Kids is now bundled with Smart Parenting magazine. I'm a magazine subscriber and receiving this mini-magazine is a great bonus!

My kids, especially my son, loves the first mini-magazine that features the penguins. He's really fond of books and stories about animals. When he saw the page about the Antartica animals, he instantly said, "this is cute"! He answers the activities with much delight. He even asked me if I still have more magazines.

Aside from the fun and interesting facts, National Geographic Little Kids is also filled with games, activities, recipes, crafts, science experiments, etc. that parents can do with their kids.

This time, kids can look forward to receiving this mini-literature everytime their moms get a copy of Smart Parenting magazine. Indeed, it's never too early to get your kids. It can really satisfy their thirst for knowledge.

Smart Parenting and National National Geographic Little Kids are available in newsstands, bookstores and supermarkets for P125.

Or, you can be a magazine subscriber too!

For more of Smart Parenting online, visit www.smartparenting.com.ph and become a fan on Facebook at facebook.com/smartparenting.ph. 

PBA Finalist For Home and Parenting

The Philippine Blog Awards 2011 winners would be announced this coming Dec. 3 at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati City!

I can't believe that my blog is considered as one of the Finalists for Home and Parenting Category – National Level!

Weird feelings crept in when I got to read the email. Why did the nomination came during this time when I'm experiencing blog drought? Would this bring back the love?

How I wish the judges would let me know what they recognized in my blog or what made them choose me as a nominee. That made me think... yet, I could not discern.

I am more than thankful because some people see what I could not and a few appreciated my small space on the web. In the blogging world, I just see myself as a small fish in the ocean or a mushroom in a garden full of plants, trees and flowers. There's so much I still need to learn and experience.

Honestly, for quite some time, I lost my passion. A phase I hope would soon pass. Blog posts kept running in my mind every day. How I always wish my mind alone can write those words.

I salute those who maintain many blogs and manage to update theirs regularly. That I wish I could do.

Every time I thought of leaving this blog, I look back and remember. And I look forward. Then I realize what I'll be missing. This blog had somehow made me a better woman, a better person.

Honestly, do I consider myself as one worthy to receive an award? I don't.

But then, I remain to be grateful and I will always be!

Thank you to those whom I inspired, who dropped by from time to time and appreciated my few posts.

May this PBA nomination awaken my senses to see the beauty that blogging had once given me.

Yes, I'm happy to be included in the list of great blogs that I also look upon to - The Finalists for Home and Parenting Category (National Level):

A Woman Remembers (serenityoverload.blogspot.com)
Dainty Mom (www.daintymom.com)
Her Fashionality is Motherhood (www.trishvelarmino.com)
Lessons Of A Dad (www.lessonsofadad.com)
My Address is Earth (myaddressisearth.blogspot.com)
My Happy Home (www.eleanoraguilar.com)
Pinay Mommy Online (www.pinaymommyonline.com)
Proud Mommy of Three (www.mommyrubz.com)
The Hippie Mum (www.hippiemum.com)

Let me congratulate all the finalists and (in advance) all the winners of the PBA 2011!

More power!

DOH Breastfeeding TSEK Campaign

Breastmilk is still best for babies! It is the perfect food for newborns for it has the right nutrients needed for growth and development. Most moms know the benefits of breastfeeding, but not everyone know that from birth to six months, breastmilk does not need to be supplemented. 



Six months of exclusive breastmilk — no water, infant formula, other liquid, or food for a child is required to get optimum nutrition. Breastmilk helps fight infections, prevent allergies, and protect against a number of chronic conditions.

This was the highlight of Department of Health (DOH) campaign Breastfeeding TSEK: (Tama, Sapat, Eksklusibo) that encourages mothers to practice exclusive breastfeeding for six months. The campaign will run through the end of August, reaching out to new and expectant moms, primarily in lower-income levels.

breastfeeding TSEK campaign

Tama - immediate and appropriate breastfeeding within one hour after birth
Sapat - mother's milk is sufficient (in nutrients and quantity) for the baby up to 6 months
Ekslusibo - exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, just pre mother's milk only

The campaign hopes to address the lack of information among moms, educate them about the many benefits of breastmilk and increase the number of moms who exclusively breastfeeds from birth up to six months. 

DOH ASEC Paulyn Jean Rosell-Ubial and DOH Supervising Health Program Officer Dr. Anthony Calibo

Based on statistics, breastfeeding practice in the Philippines is very low. Only one of every six infants are exclusively breastfed for first six months of life. In a survey done in 2008, only 54% of mothers breastfeed their babies.

In the recent DOH Bloggers Engagement at Alejandra Hotel, Makati, DOH Assistant Secretary Paulyn Jean Rosell-Ubial made a call and tapped bloggers to help spread the word in order to reach a wider audience.

She also cited that milk stations at different institutions and establishments makes a significant value in this campaign. 

DOH Supervising Health Program Officer Dr. Anthony Calibo believes that in breast milk 'dito ka talagang mapapanatag.' He noted the top reasons why moms breastfeed and why moms stop breastfeeding. He also emphasized the importance of Essential Newborn Care Protocol, the need to include breastfeeding in the expectant moms’ birth plan, as well as maternal nutrition. 





+ Role of hospitals, health facilities and the society

The speakers also highlight the importance of lactation support that a breastfeeding mom needs from the people that surrounds her. Moreover, they urged hospitals and health facilities to be 'baby friendly,' and stressed the need to provide space for breastfeeding moms in the workplace.

The campaign emphasizes the importance of establishing a supportive community that 'exclusive breastfeeding' mothers need from the society. It targets family members, employers, healthcare providers and the community who will all serve as their breastfeeding support group.

DOH is committed to achieve the Millennium Development Goals on child and acknowledges the role of exclusive breastfeeding in saving children's lives. 

The DOH campaign is not just for moms, but for the entire society. It also aims to revive the Milk Code (EO 51) or the National Code of Marketing breastmilk substitute, breastmilk supplements and related products. 

DOH campaign calendar

For breastfeeding campaign updates, visit DOH Breastfeeding TSEK Facebook page, Unang Yakap and DOH Website.

Remember:

Mother’s milk is TSEK - Tama, Sapat at Ekslusibo!

Johnson's Baby Shower

The Johnson's Baby Shower event held at Hotel Intercontinental, Makati highlights the launch of Johnson's Baby Shower Promo. They've invited media groups and mommy bloggers to witness this event.

Celebrity moms - first time mom Marielle Santos-Po, Ria Tanjuatco-Trillo in her third pregnancy, and Lexi Schulze who will welcome her second child - shares their dream baby showers.

celebrity moms

It's been nice meeting mommy bloggers at the event. I also enjoyed the food and the basket of Johnson's baby products plus tokens from Marielle and Akiko's baby shower.

lunch, desserts and sweets

I am a Johnson's mom :)

Johnson's baby products and baby shower tokens

Celebrating Baby's Many First

I grew up using Johnson's product. I am a Johnson's mom and  Johnson's products have been with me through my journey. It witnessed all my baby's first moments and the joys of motherhood.

Truly, the gift of motherhood is worth celebrating because it is filled with so many firsts. For every mom, all special firsts are cherished forever. Johnson's understands the need to make these first the very best, through the tagline - 

Sa unang sandali, Sa bawat sandali, Ikaw lang.

 
Johnson's helps create memorable first for both mom and baby. Three lucky moms will be chosen to celebrate their Baby Shower's c/o Johnson's. They'll  get to star in their own Johnson's baby shower TV episode and receive other special prizes!

Get to experience your dream baby shower only from Johnson's. CLICK to know more about this JOHNSON'S BABY PROMO.

In Smart Parenting Magazine Once Again

Smart Parenting magazine included my short parenting POV and thoughts in their November issue. For three consecutive months, starting Septembe 2009, my parenting views were published in Smart Parenting.

I shared a brief note on the Parent's Point of View Section on the topic about buying preschoolers a handheld video game and another for the Last Thoughts section for the topic on how to get kids help at home. I love it when my views were published together with other moms. I am just proud to be on Smart Parenting.

Smart Parenting November 2009 issue, which features Angelina Jolie sharing about motherhood as her favorite role, is still available at all leading bookstores. Get to read articles about choosing the right school for your child, on whether to go traditional or progressive; as well as some preschool problems.

Also get tips on teaching your child to eat with you at the table, battle his bedtime fears, and more. In this issue, you can also learn how to deal with common genetic disorders, the harmful effects of BPA and the latest about vaccinations. This issue is really packed with interesting articles, tips, resources and a lot more, that every parent should ought to know.