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    Behind the Scenes: SP's September Shoot with Danica and Marc Pingris

    See all 46 photos here!

  • Danica and Marc Pingris

    Show business is Danica Sotto-Pingris' inevitability. While she has been leading a quiet family life for the last 6 years with husband Marc, she again finds herself in the limelight as a mom to their two kids Mic and Cayla in this month's issue of Smart Parenting magazine, where she narrates the joys and lessons she has learned and embraced.

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    See all 46 photos taken during our cover shoot with the Pingris family by clicking 'View slideshow' above!

    Photos by Mark Jesalva

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      Photo 1 of 46
      An assortment of adorable girls' shoes await Cayla Pingris
      Photo 2 of 46
      Marc and Mic share a quiet father-and-son moment leafing through the pages of Men's Health magazine.
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      While Kuya Mic is engrossed reading, Cayla surprises us with a shy smile.
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      What a charming little lady!
      Photo 5 of 46
      Smart Parenting assistant features editor Maika Bernardo interviews Marc for a side-story, which also appears in the magazine.
      Photo 6 of 46
      A copy of Summit's Disney Junior magazine keeps Cayla busy.
      Photo 7 of 46
      Inside the studio, we show Mic his wardrobe choices, and he quickly turns his attention to the shoes.
      Photo 8 of 46
      He must have taken a liking to this pair, because he brought them over to Marc, as if to say, 'I like these, dad!'
      Photo 9 of 46
      Here, Marc obligingly played with his kids with -- what else -- a basketball hoop.
      Photo 10 of 46
      And when Cayla got tired, he willingly turned his arms into a makeshift swing.
      Photo 11 of 46
      There's room for one more, Mic!
      Photo 12 of 46
      Daddy's little girl enjoyed every minute of it!
      Photo 13 of 46
      Come break time, Marc was very hands-on feeding the kids while Danica was being made up.
      Photo 14 of 46
      Danica looks lovely with minimal make-up and a bright red lip color.
      Photo 15 of 46
      Notice how Cayla's shoes are just 1/3 of her dad's? That's because Marc's shoe size is 13.
      Photo 16 of 46
      Make-up artist Jigs Mayuga applies the final touches on Danica.
      Photo 17 of 46
      Meanwhile, Marc helps Cayla with this striped cover-up.
      Photo 18 of 46
      Marc and Cayla get playful before the first layout.
      Photo 19 of 46
      Such loving siblings!
      Photo 20 of 46
      And we're ready for the first layout, with the blue and purple color scheme nicely reflected in the Pingrises' outfits
      Photo 21 of 46
      Hang on, it seems Cayla needs to recharge first!
      Photo 22 of 46
      Nonetheless, every moment is picture-worthy for them.
      Photo 23 of 46
      Milk worked like magic! Cayla flashes a sweet smile after a quick drink.
      Photo 24 of 46
      Bigger smiles!
      Photo 25 of 46
      Uh-oh. Does Cayla feel sleepy?
      Photo 26 of 46
      Luckily, she doesn't :)
      Photo 27 of 46
      Now it's Danica and Mic's turn.
      Photo 29 of 46
      Photographer Rene Mejia shows his shots to Marc and Danica.
      Photo 30 of 46
      Marc gives his kids a big bear hug.
      Photo 31 of 46
      Wonder why Mic is wearing a big smile?
      Photo 32 of 46
      It's because dad Marc is the one behind the camera :)
      Photo 33 of 46
      Being twirled around by mommy must be so fun!
      Photo 34 of 46
      For the second layout, Danica wears a purple number from Apple & Eve. Cayla's pretty headband is from Pinkbox.
      Photo 35 of 46
      Mic shows off his 'pogi' pose.
      Photo 36 of 46
      This shot made it to the cover!
      Photo 37 of 46
      While stylist Nina Almoradie fixes Danica's dress, little Cayla sneakily hides behind Marc.
      Photo 38 of 46
      Danica wears a dress from Warehouse; Marc dons a polo and pants from G2000; Mic's shirt is from Gingersnaps and long-sleeved polo is from Elle Kids; Cayla's top is from Gingersnaps and the vest and skirt is from Barbie.
      Photo 39 of 46
      We're also loving Danica's windblown hair by hairstylist Jaime Sy.
      Photo 40 of 46
      One, happy family!
      Photo 41 of 46
      Smart Parenting editor in chief Mia Cruz is flanked by her kids Rocio and Bastin as she tries to coax Mic and Cayla to smile. Staff writer Rachel Perez tries to do the same.
      Photo 42 of 46
      This pair is so photo-perfect!
      Photo 43 of 46
      Danica's secret? A 3-inch platform :)
      Photo 44 of 46
      A tighter shot of Mr. and Mrs. Pingris
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      During the video interview, Danica reveals the sacrifices the family made to support Marc. Watch the full interview here.
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