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Mosquito/Ant Bites

We went to the pediatrician early morning yesterday for a well-baby checkup. Even though I my son does not feel sick, I make it a point to visit his pediatrician every month or once in two months. I just want to make sure that everything I do with my son is good for him. So,…

Mosquito/Ant Bites

We went to the pediatrician early morning yesterday for a well-baby checkup. Even though I my son does not feel sick, I make it a point to visit his pediatrician every month or once in two months. I just want to make sure that everything I do with my son is good for him. So,…

Home Remedy for insect bites, cuts, and scrapes

We all get our fair share of cuts, scrapes, and insect bites everyday. Our kids especially, because of their curiosity and activeness. But we only go to the doctor for treatment of major injuries. For minor ones, it is better if we know a little of first aid and home remedies. For insect bites, apply…

Home Remedy for insect bites, cuts, and scrapes

We all get our fair share of cuts, scrapes, and insect bites everyday. Our kids especially, because of their curiosity and activeness. But we only go to the doctor for treatment of major injuries. For minor ones, it is better if we know a little of first aid and home remedies. For insect bites, apply…

New Things I learned from our Pedia visits

As a first-time mom, There are so much things that l need to learn in child rearing. It’s a good thing that I have my mom, my 2 grandmas, and my aunts with me to help me. Also, I really learn a lot during our visits to our pediatrician, and sometimes when I call her…

Pan de sal alternatives

The price of rice, the Filipino staple, has doubled since last year. The number of Filipinos going hungry, according to a local research company, has been increasing ever since. Malnutrition has been a problem also in the poor part of the country. Despite these, the innovation of the Filipinos has won over despair. They have…

My breastfeeding story

I just found out today that there is an ongoing essay contest and the subject is breastfeeding. I thought it might be a good topic for a blog also. I’ve been breastfeeding for some time now and I can say that breastfeeding really is a commitment moms make to ensure the health of their child….

Playground fitness for moms

Who says we can’t stay fit while taking our kids out to play at the park? Here are some ways I found in a back issue of a parenting magazine to make the most of your time while watching your kids at the playground. 1. Monkey-bar knee lifts Grasp an overhead bar with both hands….

Keeping us safe from mosquito bites

Dengue cases have been increasing since the rains came in the month of May. Here are some tips to steer clear of mosquitoes and staying away from the danger of dengue. 1. Always make sure that the canals don’t have water and drainage outside our houses are not clogged. 2. Put insect repellent lotion/spray on…

My own Top 5 ways of working out (without feeling it)

1. Shopping!!! – Like every girl I know, shopping is the best way to stay fit. It really doesn’t matter whether you buy something or just go on a hunt for good bargains (and going home with just an item or two). Best thing about it, is you don’t feel tired at all when you…