Behind the Scenes: SP's March Shoot with Pia Guanio-Mago and Scarlet | SP

Only 6 months after she gave birth, TV host and celebrity news anchor Pia Guanio-Mago looks as slender and stunning as she did as when she was single. She attributes this to discipline, sensible eating, breastfeeding, and the support of her equally health-conscious husband, Steeve.

On the day of the shoot, Pia and Steeve were very excited – it was, after all, the very first time that she would be on the cover of a magazine as a new mom. All eyes were on her charming little girl, Scarlet Jenine.

Beautiful mom and daughter are indeed a perfect choice for Smart Parenting’s March issue -- browse through the gallery and see for yourself! Click on the photos to zoom in.

Related story: VIDEO: Smart Parenting's exclusive interview with Pia

Check out the cover and the issue’s highlights here.

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  Makeup artist Krist Bansuelo, seen here putting the finishing touches, is responsible for Pia’s fresh look.
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  Pia gets glammed up by Krist and his assistant.
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  She came to the shoot in this cobalt blue geometric dress, which we love!
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  Boxes of accessories to complement Pia’s wardrobe.
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  Krist also worked his magic on Scarlet, using this pretty bow!
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  Scarlet was a well-behaved baby while waiting for Mommy to finish dressing up.
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  Of course, proud husband Steeve Mago was around to lend moral support to his two best girls.
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  Pia getting ready for the first layout.
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  This white dress by Rosanna Ocampo fit her slim physique perfectly!
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  Scarlet gets her first taste of the limelight.
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  Mommy and baby look pretty together.
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  Scarlet must have been wondering why there were so many people all of a sudden.
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  Yes! We got the perfect shot!
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  Pia is obviously so enamored by her little girl.
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  Daddy Steeve was also busy taking shots of this special day!
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  Meanwhile, Smart Parenting magazine editor in chief Mia Cruz and art director Jenny Suarez experiment with poses for the next layout.
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  Scarlet changes into her second outfit.
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  The doting parents couldn’t get enough of Scarlet’s photos.
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  Smartparenting.com.ph senior Staffwriter Steph Esguerra captured this pretty shot!
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  Mia tries to make Scarlet laugh, while Krist tames Pia’s tresses.
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  Scarlet is wearing what looks like a miniature silver tiara.
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  Pia went barefoot for comfort in some of the shots.
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  What a lovely smile!
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  A candid moment caught on cam. Pia is, indeed, enjoying motherhood!
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  Hello, Scarlet!
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  A flowy dress and a soft rug give this shot a very relaxed feel.
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  Pia says she and Steeve have an ongoing contest on who can make Scarlet laugh more often.
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  Can you guess who always wins?
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  A lovely portrait of the Magos.
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  Pia puts her thoughts in writing.
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