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Toddler

Sorry, It Wasn't Me Who Sent You That Close-Up Photo of a Nostril

"You see, I have rambunctious children that include a terrorist toddler."
Real Parenting

Today's Accomplishment: I Kept Human Beings Alive

Today's Accomplishment: I Kept Human Beings Alive
Real Parenting

Dear BFF, Please Wait for Me as I Raise My Children Who Need Me More Right Now

Dear BFF, Please Wait for Me as I Raise My Children Who Need Me More Right Now
Real Parenting

I Know, I Know--I'm Now The KJ Mom in Summer

I Know, I Know--I'm Now The KJ Mom in Summer
Real Parenting

'I Know Someday I Will Stop Being the Center of My Son's Universe'

'I Know Someday I Will Stop Being the Center of My Son's Universe'
Real Parenting

Dear Daughter, You Are Beautiful. Don't Let Anyone Make You Feel Otherwise

Dear Daughter, You Are Beautiful. Don't Let Anyone Make You Feel Otherwise
Inspiration

To the Mom With a Sick Child in the Hospital, Go Ahead and Cry

A mom pens a letter dedicated to mothers who are in the hospital trying to be strong for their kids.
Family Fun

Make an Edible Christmas Decoration Like This Gingerbread House!

Make an Edible Christmas Decoration Like This Gingerbread House!
Real Parenting

'I Only Paid For Parking When I Gave Birth In Canada'

Canada has universal healthcare for permanent residents, citizens, and in some cases, even work visa holders.
Inspiration

This Mom Of 6 Helps Highly Skilled Moms In Canada Find Companies That Get Their Needs

She has founded a recruitment agency that matches moms to companies that offer flexibility.
Wellness

8 Ways to Take Care of Yourself So Your Family Doesn't Think You're Always 'Galit'

When stressed, don't take it out on your loved ones. Do these coping techniques instead.
Money

How to Sell Items Your Baby Has Outgrown Online: 6 Tips We Find Useful

Here’s how you can declutter, make money out of things you don’t need and earn extra from your pre-loved items.
Family Fun

5 Family Pasyalan in the South With Indoor and Outdoor Fun!

If you haven't been South of Manila for awhile, start here if you're wondering where to go.
Preschooler

If You Ban Screen Time, Tantrum-Throwing Kids Will Not Be the Only Problem

Brace yourself because banning screens at home is whatever you probably imagined — and worse.
Preschooler

No Gadgets for a Month for a 6-Year-Old: A Parent's Experiment

The digital detox meant no iPad and phone for a few weeks.
Real Parenting

How I Realized Life Is Too Short to Keep a Tally of My Parenting Mistakes

I am learning I need to stop thinking I'm not a good enough mom.
Food

Bento-Style Baon for Beginners: 5 Tricks to Get It Right the First Time

Here are the things one mom discovered that can help you achieve your bento-packing dreams.
Family Fun

This Family-Friendly Hotel Wins in Pillows, Location, and Buffet!

You don’t have to sit on a plane and lug around a ton of luggage for this family vacation.
Travel

Bauan in Batangas Is the Day Trip Your Family Needs Before School Starts

If you and your family feel like escaping Manila for a day, Bauan is one family-friendly destination.
Real Parenting

Mama, Let Me Tell You Something: You Are Enough

An open letter to moms who think they've let their kids down
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