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Abby Manalang-villarica
<strong>Abby M. Villarica</strong>, <em>Contributor </em>
Toddler

Night Terrors vs. Nightmares: Here Is Everything You Need to Know

It's good to know the difference so you know how to respond when either one happens.
Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Support: Finding the Right Person to Help You

What is the difference between a lactation consultant and a breastfeeding counselor, and who should you get to help you out?
Breastfeeding

Why I am Against the 'Monster Bill'

What is the Monster Bill, and why are breastfeeding moms adamant about having it passed? A mom shares her opinion.
Breastfeeding

Back to Work: 4 Tips on Pumping Breastmilk Effectively at the Workplace

Here's how to still provide breastmilk for your baby even when your maternity leave is over.
Baby

What to Expect when Baby is Teething

No need to be alarmed when you see baby exhibiting these symptoms - he's just growing his teeth.
Breastfeeding

Attachment Parenting and the Filipino Breastfeeding Mom

A cover of TIME magazine put attachment parenting in the limelight recently. How relevant is it to Filipino moms?
Baby

Our 10 Favorite Lullabies of All Time

Humming a lullabye is one of the ways a mother bonds with her child.
Real Parenting

3 Tips on Dealing with a Crybaby

Because crybabies are made - not born - know that you can do something about your child's behavior.
Breastfeeding

Nutrition Basics for Breastfeeding Moms

A breastfeeding woman needs to keep herself in optimal health so she can give the best to her baby.
Labor & Childbirth

Sex After Giving Birth: 3 Tips to Resuming Intimacy

How do you prepare yourself for intimacy after baby?
Love & Relationships

Motherhood and Passing It On

Here's a touching memoir by a daughter to her mom on being a mother.
Home

5 Ordinary Things at Home that can be Dangerous for Baby

Are you sure your home is safe for baby? Think again - these 5 items aren't so harmless, after all.
Getting Pregnant

Finding the Right Obstetrician-Gynecologist

Heard enough of OB-Gyn experiences gone wrong? These tips might help you find the right one for you.
Breastfeeding

How to Breastfeed with Inverted Nipples

Don't fret! Breastfeeding with inverted nipples is possible with these six tips.
Baby

Allergic Reactions : What Every Mom Needs to Know

What should you do when your child suddenly exhibits allergy-like symptoms?
Toddler

4 Tips to Raising Good Eaters

The key to building a good nutritional backbone for your child is teaching him to appreciate different kinds of food early on.
Money

Extended Family &amp; Finances: 4 Things to Remember

Here are ways on how to deal with in-laws that ask for too much when it comes to money matters.
Breastfeeding

My Breastfeeding Journey

A mother gives her personal account of perseverance despite the challenges.
Breastfeeding

Overcoming Breastfeeding Obstacles

Don't be discouraged when you encounter difficulties. Read on to find out how to overcome some of the common obstacles in breastfeeding.
Breastfeeding

8 Breastfeeding Beliefs: Know the Truth from the Myth

What you think are facts are sometimes just old wives' tales.
Breastfeeding

How to Increase your Milk Supply Naturally

Smart Parenting joins the international community in celebrating World Breastfeeding month this August.
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