Smart Parenting Awards 2022: Top 10 Parents' Choice
They say there's never a better time to be a parent than in the age of social media, where one can easily find recommendations from fellow parents on the best diapers, the most effective diaper rash creams, or the easiest food to prepare for baon.
As Smart Parenting takes the lead in working together towards raising healthy and happy Filipino families, we give value to every voice from the community we thrive in - the Smart Parenting Village.
Over the years, the Smart Parenting Village has grown to become a comfort zone for parents, and a community free of judgment. Every member of this group is a parent who believes that parenthood is a journey that we can navigate together.
For this year's Smart Parenting Awards, we asked the group of over 89,000 moms and dads to vote for their favorites, among the 50 Products We Love curated by the Smart Parenting editorial team.
From the 50, here are the 10 products for babies, kids, moms, dads, and the home that are the best in their class when it comes to value for money, quality, and parent recommendation.
Best Products of 2022 According To The Smart Parenting Village
10. Best Nasal Aspirator Nosefrida Nasal Aspirator and Best Bottle Cleanser Uni-Love Baby Bottle Cleanser
Tied at the tenth spot, parents say the Nosefrida Nasal Aspirator and the Uni-Love Baby Bottle Cleanser are newborn must-haves.
For Mommy Sandy, she believes that Nosefrida Nasal Aspirator is a good investment for her kids. "I bought this when I gave birth to my firstborn. It was very useful since mas controlled ang suction kaysa sa usual aspirators, and it's easier also to clean and wash. Just buy extra filters so you can replace them from time to time. Now I have two kids, and they are still using this when needed. Worth every penny indeed!"
Mommy Jai agrees, "This is a game changer for me. My savior [during] flu season especially to my bunso who doesn’t know how to blow her nose yet. Very useful on the nights they can’t sleep because of blocked noses."
Price: Php 750.00
Mommy Eau swears by the Uni-Love Baby Bottle Cleanser for being an affordable yet all-around product, "I love this, one pump [could] go a long way for cleaning baby bottles, even toys and baby mats too!"
Mommy Ckaye says this product is the best and the most sulit bottle cleanser she could find. "I used different types of bottle cleaner yet this one is the most recommended. Very little amount can go a long way but [at] a very affordable price. They also offer Buy 1, Take 1 promos most of the time. What I love the most is that it cleans bottles effectively and leaves no smell. It's safe to use, and again, very affordable."
Price: Php 119.00
9. Best Breakfast Ulam: Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdog Classic
"Ay, ito talaga, walang tulak kabigin. Mag-try man kami ng ibang brand, ito pa rin ang binabalik-balikan namin kasi ito ang pinakamasarap - ang Purefoods Tender Juicy Classic na hotdog," said Mommy May.
According to Mommy Karen, one of the My Smart Parenting Story finalists, this is her kids' all-time favorite breakfast ulam, "Kasi masarap, malasa at juicy talaga. Madali ding lutuin kaya best for breakfast na ulam lalo na kapag nagmamadali sila papasok ng school. Swak na swak ito sa mga anak ko na picky eaters. Ito lang 'yung brand ng hotdog na gusto nila. Kung hindi Purefoods, huwag na lang."
Price: Php 197.00 for 1kg
8. Best Breastmilk Booster Drink: Mother Nurture Malunggay Coffee
Smart Parenting Mom Squad member Mommy Love Cosio said, "What would we do without Mother Nurture Malunggay Coffee? One of the best gifts ito for mommies. And I love the story of how a mother started this brand and helped hundreds of resellers too. For my two kids, Mother Nurture helped me with my breast milk supply."
Mommy Jeelaine shared, "I've tried this before nung feeling ko kumokonti ang milk ko, and effective nga siya sa akin. Plus, perfect kasi coffee since mahilig talaga ko sa coffee, and ngayon need ko ulit sya para sa aking newborn baby."
Price: Php 680.00 for 35 sachets
7. Best Nursing Dress: Valianne's Trends Aurora Nursing Dress
Our padede moms have spoken: they love the style and versatility of Valianne's Trends breastfeeding dresses, particularly the Aurora Nursing Dress.
For Mommy Ena Dizon, a member of the Smart Parenting Mom Squad, this local breastfeeding clothing brand is her go-to apparel, "Easy access to breast whenever we go out. Stylish pa designs. Hindi halatang breastfeeding dress. Ganda rin ng tela, hindi mainit."
Price: Php 650.00
6. Best Baby Bath Soap: Cetaphil Baby Gentle Cleansing Bar
Parents said that what they love most about the Cetaphil Baby Bar is that it's recommended by their pediatrician and is proven hiyang to their kids.
Mommy Ma Ann admits, she also uses this product, "Cetaphil Bar Soap for the win! From their Baby wash and shampoo liquid soap to bar soap, super okay sa babies ko. Super bango and soft sa skin. Recommended din ng pedia. Sometimes, I also used the bar soap kahit ako yung mommy. I can’t lie. Hahaha."
Daddy Don meanwhile says, "I highly recommend Cetaphil. [We've] been using this sa four kids ko since 2002, and now we have a baby boy ni wife, eto na din ang ginagamit namin sa kanya."
Price: Php 267.00 for a 127g bar
5. Best Breakfast: Magnolia Pancake Plus with Maple Syrup
Mommy Flora swears by this best breakfast food for kids, "Pancake lover ang mga kids ko. Lagi ako bumibili nito, may maple syrup na din siya na free sa loob. Nakakatuwa kasi dito natuto ang mga kids ko kung paano gumawa ng sarili nilang pancake. Nag-e-enjoy silang magluto at gustong-gusto nila yung lasa."
For Mommy Geleen, this pancake mix is a life-saver for busy parents like her. She even shared how easy it is to prepare this breakfast for her kids. "Alarm set at 5:00 am. Snoozed until 5:15 am. Started preparing at 5:20 am. Breakfast is done and served by 5:35 am! Magnolia Pancake Plus with Maple Syrup for the win!"
Price: Php 37.00
4. Best Baby Lotion: Johnsons CottonTouch
Moms reveal that they can't help but also use this baby lotion because of its scent.
Mommy Sarah May Tanhuanco, a member of the Smart Parenting Mom Squad, and her daughter love the Johnsons CottonTouch lotion because it smells so good. "It's so gentle on the skin and makes Sophia’s skin soft and smooth! Nakikigamit rin ako nito! Putting on lotion is another mother-daughter bonding moment for us!"
Mommy Rhianne meanwhile loves that this Smart Parenting Mom-Approved lotion is not sticky. "Hindi malagkit ng lotion and hindi mainit sa skin kaya my daughter also loves it when I use it when massaging her. Hindi talaga nag-dry ang skin ni baby kahit every other day lang namin gamitin ito. I even use this kasi nga ang bango-bango!"
Price: Php 249.00 for 200mL bottle
3. Best Laundry Detergent: Ariel Sunrise Fresh
Parents agree that Ariel Sunrise Fresh is a must-have for a safe and healthy home. "Ariel has always been a trusted brand and never akong binigo. 'Pag may kailangang paputiin na damit, ibabad lang sa Ariel, magmumukhang bago na. Kahit sa mga de-kolor, talagang matatanggal ang mantsa at hindi na kailangan ng matinding kusutan. Subok na ang Ariel, talagang magpagkakatiwalaan," said Mommy Allyn.
Mommy Ameerah says, "Kahit noon pa man, ito na yung brand na laging gamit ni mama. Even now, may asawa na ako, ito na din ang gamit namin. Kasi talagang maganda ang Ariel."
Price: Php 209.00 for a 1410g pack
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2. Best Ointment Katinko
For Daddy Mark, Katinko is a must-have for working dads like him. "Isa ito sa mga pain reliever ko na topical. Lalo na kapag matagal nakaupo dahil naka-work-from-home ako, masarap ito ipahid sa katawan! You can feel instant relief talaga!"
Mommy Jen says, "Eto ata ang pambansang pain reliever eh. Kung sa mga bagets may Vicks, sa atin naman mga parents and adults, eto ang all-time present sa mga bags and sa bahay natin."
Price: Php 80.00 for a 30g jar
1. Best Baby Wipes: Uni-Love Unscented Baby Wipes 100s
Mommy Camille swears by this brand of baby wipes for her child that's why it's one of her diaper bag must-haves. "You can never go wrong with this Uni-Love product. Anyone can use it because it's so gentle that it doesn't sting even when you use it on the face."
She adds, "We've tried different kinds of wipes but this one, by far, has to be the best. I know it's safer to use water to wash baby's bum but when you're on the go and traveling, this Uni-Love wipes does its job well."
When it comes to quality and value for money, Uni-Love Unscented Baby Wipes tick all the boxes, says Mommy Anna. "Very affordable without sacrificing the quality of the product. Thick and very gentle on skin."
Price: Php 89.00
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