Smart Parenting Awards 2023: 9 Products We Love For Babies
As parents, we strive to provide nothing but the best for our little ones. Thus, the Smart Parenting Awards 2023 make it easier for new moms and dads to choose the products that are proven and tested by Filipino parents in terms of quality and value for money.
The list was meticulously curated by the Smart Parenting editors and voted on by the 100K-strong Smart Parenting Village members as their newborn baby must-haves.
This year's winners emphasize one resounding message: when it comes to our precious babies, there should be no compromise. These products received the coveted Smart Parenting Awards 2023 seal as they champion the safety, comfort, and well-being of our kids, contributing to every parent's peace of mind.
Get ready to add to cart these essentials for your precious little one.
Tape Diaper: EQ Dry
At the Smart Parenting Village, where parents frequently seek diaper recommendations, EQ Dry has emerged as the top tape diaper brand in terms of quality and value for money.
"If you're looking for diapers that offer the best value in terms of absorption, try EQ Dry. The dryness it provides kept my baby's bum rash-free," says Cherrie Julian, Smart Parenting video producer and mom of one. She adds, "It's also breathable, kaya less fussy si baby."
EQ Dry XL 28s, Php 347
Diaper Pants: Pampers Easy Palit Pants
I confess that my daughter has been using Pampers since day one, and we have no regrets. It's not the cheapest in the market, but the comfort and peace of mind that Pampers provides is just priceless. Even now that she's four years old and using the XXL size, Pampers Easy Palit Pants make diaper-changing a breeze. With this pull-up type of diapers, we change nappies in the car or in a cramped public restroom with ease.
Pampers Easy Palit Pants XXL 40s, Php 623
Soap: Tender Care Classic Mild Hypo-Allergenic Baby Soap
If you are looking for a mild baby soap that parents trust, Tender Care is the preferred brand by the Smart Parenting community. It is dermatologically tested, hypo-allergenic, and free from parabens and silicones, ensuring that it is safe and gentle for your baby's skin.
Tender Care Classic Mild Hypo-Allergenic Baby Soap 115g, Php 41
Newborn Baby Wash: Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo with Organic Calendula
We love how parents at the Smart Parenting Village comforted a mom when she shared that her son played with his bottle of Cetaphil. Her cry for help: "Totoo pala talaga na kapag nanahimik ang anak mo may milagrong ginagawa! Jusko nak, sa lahat ng paglalaruan bat Cetaphil pa!"
Although Cetaphil products are known to be slightly expensive, parents swear that they are gentle and effective especially in cleansing a baby's skin.
Smart Parenting community manager Zen Arganda reveals, "Since birth, Cetaphil Baby user na kami ng baby ko. We tried other brands pero dito lang talaga hiyang si baby! We especially like the Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo with Organic Calendula because it suits her sensitive and dry skin and doesn't have a strong smell. Also, I don't have to apply lotion anymore because it leaves my baby's skin hydrated for hours."
Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo with Organic Calendula 230mL, Php 400
Baby Wash for Sensitive Skin: Baby Dove Hair to Toe Wash Soothing Moisture
While Baby Dove Hair to Toe Wash Soothing Moisture is good for babies who have sensitive skin, mom of two and Smart Parenting editor Em Cruz still swears by this all-in-one product for her daughter. "I love using this baby wash for my preschooler," she says. "She has dry and sensitive skin on her back and this product effectively cleans and nourishes her skin. She also enjoys using it on her own as it lathers up quickly. Another plus factor is it's gentle scent, which leaves her smelling like a baby throughout the day."
Baby Dove Hair to Toe Wash Soothing Moisture 1L, Php 996
Lotion: Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion
When it comes to our baby's skin, every parent's dilemma is finding out what product suits their needs. For Smart Parenting deputy group publisher Iza Santos Cuyos, she's glad to have found the lotion that matches his baby's skin. What's more, he remains hiyang now that he's a toddler!
"My son's skin has always been on the dry side, but looking for the perfect lotion to match his skin needs has been a challenge. Some are too sticky and hard to spread on the skin, while some have scents and ingredients that are too strong. Cetaphil has the right blend of delicate soothing scents and gentle ingredients, and it's easy to massage on to my baby's skin. He's already a toddler, and I still use Cetaphil on him."
Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion 400mL, Php 545
Diaper Rash Cream: Bepanthen Baby Ointment
For two years now, Bepanthen Baby Ointment holds the title as the preferred brand of parents in keeping their baby rash-free. What parents like Zen Arganda love about it is that it helps prevent dryness or chaffing in your baby's diaper area.
"My baby was born with dry and sensitive skin that's why most the time she complains of itchiness, irritation, and sometimes bruises and inflammation. Bepanthen has helped us greatly in easing her rashes not only in the nappy area but also in other parts of the body. As soon as nagkakamot sya, we put this cream, and it really keeps the itchiness away!"
Bepanthen Baby Ointment
Insect Repellant: OFF! Mosquito Repellent Lotion
As we make up for all the travels we missed because of the pandemic, OFF! Mosquito Repellent Lotion is the winner of this new category. It has been a part of the limited edition Smart Parenting Baby Bag, which debuted last year. Parents say that this product is a must-have in every baby bag.
"Whenever we're outdoors, like at the beach or maybe a zoo, I apply this to give my kids protection from bugs. I love that I don't have to convince them to apply it because it's not too sticky for them, and they like the scent. It's one less thing to worry about as a mom," says Ronna Capili Bonifacio, mom of three and Smart Parenting editor-in-chief.
She adds, "It feels good on the skin, and I get to give them quick massages."
OFF! Mosquito Repellent Lotion 50mL, Php 155
Vitamins: Ceelin Plus Drops
Of all the vitamins for my baby, Ceelin Plus Drops were the only ones I didn't have a hard time giving. Its yummy apple flavor is so good. It's recommended by our pediatrician to provide my child with an immune boost through its vitamin C and Zinc. Smart Parenting Village parents also vouch for these vitamins as they provide their kids with protection not only during flu season but all year round.
Ceelin Plus 30mL Drops, Php 159
Watch for the announcement of Smart Parenting Awards 2023 winners in the other categories: Products we love for moms, dads, kids, and the home.
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Edited by Ronna Capili Bonifacio
Art Direction and Photography by Stephanie Ocampo
Assisted by Annycrist Marino
Video Producer: Cherrie Julian
Videographer and Editor: Rolando Pingco, Jr.
Social Media Producer: Zen Arganda
Marketing Coordinator: Hannah Marie Bilgera
Deputy Group Publisher: Iza Santos Cuyos
