Tag: Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio

Fitness & Nutrition

July 11

Rica Peralejo's Journey To A Healthier Self And Family | Smart Parenting July 2023 Cover

After two miscarriages, postpartum anxiety, contracting Covid-19, and other mental struggles, Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio turned the tide for health at 40 years old. But it wasn't just her body that began to heal, it was happening spiritually too.

Smart Parenting July 2023 Cover: Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio"It’s all in the mind," Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio, mother of two, content creator, Smart Parenting Editor-at-Large, motivational speaker, and actress, reflects on how to push one's fitness journey and keep at it with such dogged determination.Last year,
Real Parenting

May 15

Rica Peralejo Writes Tribute To Moms On Mother's Day

Smart Parenting's celebrity editor-at-large has just the best reminder to moms.

On Mother's Day, Rica Peralejo Bonifacio penned the sweetest letter that every mom should read, especially when things get tough.The first-ever Smart Parenting celebrity editor-at-large and mom of two boys shared a reel on Instagram with a message that would pierce through
Toddler

April 21

Rica Peralejo Gets Real About Her Messy Home

Rica shares the three reasons why her house is messy.

We've published several articles on why parents should let their toddler kids get messy and how it's perfectly normal to have an untidy home if you have kids. However, there are some people who will never get it until they experience it
Real Parenting

March 15

Kristine Hermosa On Raising Five Kids: I Can't Be Supermom

She tells Smart Parenting Editor-At-Large Rica Peralejo what it's like to be a mom of a big family

With one child, first-time moms already feel we are always aligaga and out of place. We have so much to think about: what meal can I cook that my child will surely eat, how much screen time will I allow today, or did
Your Kid’s Health

February 28

How To Boost Your Child's Health

The Smart Parenting Editor-at-Large shares ways to keep kids' health threats away

With all the possible health threats for kids these days, it’s a challenge to establish a routine or rebuild one for the best possible protection. Whether you’re a new parent or you’ve been in the game for a long time, you know
Real Parenting

February 7

How Pets Help In Child Development

She didn't realize right away how caring for pets also helps in child development

Smart Parenting Editor-at-Large Rica Peralejo surprised her two sons, Philip and Manu, that there was a new member of the family--a golden retriever! In a recent vlog, she shared how she prepared to surprise them.For the past two years, her boys have
Kids

February 7

This Portable Toy Storage Bag Might Solve Moms' Kalat Problems

Here's where to buy one.

Every parent can relate to mom of two Rica Peralejo Bonifacio when she shared a photo of her morning view: a box of Lego spilled out on the floor.The Smart Parenting celebrity editor-at-large wrote, "Yung paggising mo gusto mo nalang matulog ulit."
Real Parenting

December 29

Get Off Our Phone, Be Present, And Other Parenting Resolutions

Because we're all just trying to become a better parent every single day.

We at Smart Parenting would like to think that every new day is another day to improve our parenting. Sometimes, we even turn it down to the next hour or the next moment being a new opportunity to be better, especially on
Big Kids

November 6

Rica Peralejo Is So Happy Her Sons Have Each Other

She remembers her relationship with her own siblings while she observes her two boys napping together

These days, Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio is simply enjoying her life as a mother. One of the highlights of her week was seeing how tight her two rays of sunshine have become.In an Instagram post Rica shared on November 3, 2022, her and husband
Toddler

September 24

Rica Peralejo Claps Back On Comment About Son Still In Diapers

Many commenters supported her saying ‘her child, her rules’

It’s an all too familiar scenario: a parent is asked why their child has not yet met a particular milestone because they appear too old not to have done so. In this case, it was Rica Peralejo who was asked by a
Big Kids

September 21

Five Screen Time Rules For Kids

The mom of two shares five parenting tips on how to keep kids’ screen time under control.

Screen time is probably one of the most discussed topics in the 21st century. It can be a blessing as we become more connected with our loved ones but, for many families, it can be a burden and challenge to keep a
Getting Pregnant

September 13

Maricar Reyes Says She's At Peace Despite Being Childless

Plus, how you can support a friend who is struggling to get pregnant.

Siyam na taon nang kasal ang aktres na si Maricar Reyes, 41, sa singer na si Richard Poon, 41, pero hindi pa sila nagkakaanak.Ayon kay Maricar, hindi sila nagkulang ni Richard sa pagsubok pero sadyang hindi pa sila nabibiyayaan ng supling.Ikinasal sina
Breastfeeding

August 25

Coleen Gets Real About Her Breastfeeding Journey, 'A Happy Mom Is A Good Mom'

‘You’ll have moments when you’ll dislike breastfeeding and that’s okay,’ Coleen said.

Breastfeeding is a journey that comes with many emotional and physical ups and downs. That first successful latch can be a reason for parents to celebrate, but that nth bite on mommy’s nipple not so much.For Episode 9 of her vlog Poprica,
Inspiration

August 24

Coleen Garcia On Postpartum Anxiety, Healing From Home Birth

From the pains of her home birth to postpartum anxiety, Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio converses with Coleen Garcia Crawford about the support of her husband Billy and the joys of motherhood to Amari.

"Anong mas mahirap? Breastfeeding or home birth?” This was first armor-piercing question that Smart Parenting Editor-At-Large Rica Parelejo-Bonifacio asked during her interview with Smart Parenting’s August 2022 digital cover star, Coleen Garcia Crawford.In this exclusive 2-part interview for Smart Parenting’s PopRica, Coleen
Real Parenting

August 5

How Did Rica Peralejo Learn To Be A Calmer Parent?

“I knew it wasn’t normal to get angry this often and it wasn’t good for my children to be growing up with that kind of attitude from me,” says the mom of two.

If it were only that easy to rein in our temper, mommy guilt would not exist in this world. But, as they say, we are only human and there are times when we can’t help but lose it, especially when our little
Getting Pregnant

July 25

Rica Peralejo Talks About Healing After 3 Miscarriages

Rica hopes that by sharing her story, she can comfort others who are going through pain and grief.

Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio opened up in her recent vlog about suffering from a miscarriage. She said that it was her third miscarriage, and she felt calmer and more peaceful when she learned about it. Aside from messages of support and encouragement, netizens are grateful
Fashion

July 21

9 Celeb Mom OOTDs For Traveling To Colder Climates

Moms, no need to sacrifice style when you're traveling to a cold destination. Here are 9 celeb mom OOTDs for inspiration!

With travel bans lifting and restrictions easing, travel is no longer taboo. It's time to get out into the world and start exploring again! And part of exploring means getting to experience different climates. Cold weather countries, in particular, are a treat
Big Kids

July 14

4 Tips For Teaching Kids To Do Chores At Home

Smart Parenting's Editor-at-Large gives four tips on how to teach children to do chores and learn life skills

It’s school break and, for most parents, this means keeping kids busy and active in a meaningful way. Sure, summer workshops abound online and face-to-face, but you will also want to take advantage of the long break to teach them some life
Labor & Childbirth

June 24

Rica Peralejo Shares Tips How Moms Can Prepare For Home Birth

Rica says that unmedicated birth allows you to bring your child to the world according to the design of your body.

For decades, we have associated giving birth with pain, so much so that the idea of unmedicated birth seems unthinkable.However, more and more women are taking this route, and coming out of the experience braver and empowered.Even celebrity moms have chosen to
News

May 6

Smart Parenting Reveals Fresh, Inclusive New Look

It’s a visualization of its values that harp on inclusivity, community, empowerment and expertise.

Today, Smart Parenting reveals a more inclusive look shedding its 19-year old salmon color for fresher blue tones. “We always ask our audiences for ways to make the website better, and majority specifically picked this new palette because it is more inclusive,” shares

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