(Finally) Nappy-free Ben :)
At last, Finally, Bry and I can say that Ben is diaper free for 2 months already. Yes, I know this milestone for ahia is quite late compared to other kids but nevertheless we are proud of him (and of...
View ArticleValentine Post 2015: Our Favorite Date Places
Bry and I love to eat :) We like trying out new restaurants and having date nights are a treat for us. We try to have one each week but ever since we had the twins, it has been a challenge. Still,...
View ArticleBen's final year at Explorations
I recently had my last PTC with Ben at Explorations. It was bitter sweet because he had come a long way since he started school and I will miss these opportunities of the school setting aside one hour...
View ArticleRelactation training with Arugaan
Last month, I had the opportunity to learn from Arugaan's Nanay Ines Fernandez and Nanay Rechilda about how to counsel women who wish to relactate. Relactation means helping women who have stopped...
View ArticleParenting the "Positive Parent" Way : A Summary
I had heard a lot about Positive Discipline and being a mom to 3 kids with different personalities, I want to know how Bry and I can effectively reach out to them. Practicing Positive Discipline takes...
View ArticleWhat's in a name? :)
During the recent prayer meeting with my beloved CLC group, Pyros, we reflected on the Gospel where Jesus told Mary and St. John (the Apostle) to take care of each other. We talked about what it is...
View ArticleTrying out painting :)
When Ben is learning a new skill, I do my best to try it out myself. He has been enjoying painting lately so I decided to take on painting myself. It was quite a challenge taking time so draw and...
View ArticleThrowback Post on Misibis Bay
As we enter the Summer days, allow me to do a post about one of our family vacations. We had one of our adventures at Misibis Bay and enjoyed a lot during our stay particularly because of the good...
View ArticleGood Days, Challenging Days
When you have a high-energy, spirited, child, even the smallest of milestones mean a lot. Ben is a handful, and I have been quite vocal with how nervous I am about how he will do in big school. I...
View ArticleOn being "kid-friendly"
When you become a parent, you have a better appreciation of people and places that are accommodating to you and your kids. I personally think that you don't need to directly deal with kids or have...
View ArticleOur quick visit to Sta. Elena Fun Farm
A few weeks ago, The kids and I were fortunate enough to be invited to visit the Sta. Elena Fun Farm. I've heard good things about the place for some time now so I was really looking forward to it. I...
View ArticleThe Mommy Big School Challenge
I've been trying my best to prepare Ben for big school, but I realized I have to prepare myself as well, particularly when it comes to him being compared with other kids.How do you encourage a child to...
View ArticleLets gobreastfeed !!!!
There is no denying that I am passionate about educating families about breastfeeding, which is why I enjoy helping out in LATCH breastfeeding classes. I believe that with the proper information and...
View ArticleHello Munchkins Play Cafe is now open!
Quezon City mommies rejoice! :) There 's a cute, fun, child friendly cafe newly opened in your area. Please check out Hello Munchkins Play Cafe located at 219-6 Biak na Bato QCIt's a child friendly...
View ArticleOur Family and The Food Intolerance Test
Have you heard of the food intolerance test? Most probably you have. After all, I've heard about this test from several blogs already. I thought about whether or not I can actually bring something...
View ArticleKids Yoga Teachers' Training by Rainbow Kids Yoga
I've become interested in Yoga because of Ben. He has become a handful and I needed help in staying calm and being more patient. Then I asked myself, maybe Ben can practice yoga, too. That's how I...
View ArticleWhy Yoga is for Everyone :)
volunteer kids yoga classes at Pinagbuhatan PasigWhen I first heard about yoga, I was intimidated because it seemed that it was only for people who are flexible and with good balance. I was glad that...
View ArticleThe Art of Saying No
Those who know me well know that I don't like saying "no" to people. I guess, it's the "people pleaser" in me, and when I find myself in a situation where someone asks for a favor that seems doable, I...
View ArticleGrit and Swimming with Ben :)
I posted last month about how proud we were of Ben for his hard work with swimming and eventually getting medals during his last competition. It was a milestone and a tipping point for him. That...
View ArticleWhat are you grateful for? :)
This month has given me a lot of challenges, but I try to remind myself to focus on the positive and be grateful. It may seem simple, but it's not always easy, especially when you feel like ranting....
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