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April 24

My Smart Parenting Story Finalists 2021

Their stories are also your stories.

Last March 2021, we invited our readers to answer how Smart Parenting helped them. And we were filled with gratitude as they sent us beautiful, inspiring, and at times, heartbreaking stories.Nothing makes the Smart Parenting team happier than to be chosen as a trusted
Your Health

March 9

My Partner Died Because Of Gallstones

He was healthy except for having occasional abdominal pains that would come and go.

Losing a loved one is devastating, more so if it happens suddenly and unexpectedly. For Dr. Leari Palma, one of our SmartParenting.com.ph readers, the loss is even more painful as her partner passed away while she was pregnant and on her third
Real Parenting

October 10

Widow Of Dragon Boat Paddler Who Died In Boracay Shares Her Story

During his last days, I saw that he was happy and excited to be a dad.

Welcome to Real Parenting, a space where parents can share the joys, pain, and the mess of parenthood. Want to get something off your chest? Share your parenting journey? Email us at smartparenting2013@gmail.com with the subject "Real Parenting." Click here to read more 'Real
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August 29

Gusto Mo Ng Pera? Matuto Kang Dumiskarte

Nagpapasalamat ang isang ina sa lesson na ito mula sa kanyang nanay at tatay

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June 30

Fulbright Scholar From PH On Juggling Motherhood And Career

A mom reflects on achieving personal goals while juggling family responsibilities.

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June 29

Mom Shares How She Overcame Mom Guilt (And Asked For Help)

One mom shares her realizations after she let go of mom guilt and asked other people for help.

It’s not uncommon for moms to be overwhelmed with responsibilities — from raising the kids, running the household, to having a career — but many of them would rather stay silent for fear of judgment. They are burdened with mom guilt and
Getting Pregnant

June 7

Miscarriage At 18 Weeks: One Mom's Heartbreaking Story

One mom bares her pain as the first step toward healing.

Editor’s note: Doctors would be the first to say that in most cases, there’s nothing a woman can do to cause a miscarriage and nothing they can do to prevent it. But for women who have experienced this painful loss, the guilt
Your Health

February 21

My Husband Had Open-Heart Surgery Due To Bacterial Infection

A mom of two shares why they are always grateful each time February approaches.

“If you had come to the hospital a week later, your husband could have been dead.” These were the words that still linger in my memory three years after my husband’s open-heart surgery. It spelled a new meaning for me when people
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December 29

Paano Maging The Best Nanay

Madaming opinyon ang mga tao tungkol sa pagpapalaki ng iyong anak. Dapat ba itong sundin?

Sa panahon ngayon, mahirap ang maging nanay. Parang laging may kumpetisyon sa pinakamagaling na ina at pinakamagaling na anak.Parang laging nasa isang malaking entablado na sa bawat salita at kilos mo at ng anak mo ay may mga taong nanonood. Para kang
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November 16

Mom And Baby Bond: My Baby Won't Remember. But I Will

Our kids grow up so fast but a mother will never forget every single moment she shared with her kids.

Dear anak,I hope you know how lucky I am to be your Nanay. Every day is a reminder of how wonderful God's plan is for you. You are growing up so fast, and my only fear is that when you grow up,
Real Parenting

October 12

Letter To My Son: 'Being A Mom To You Is A Great Blessing'

Motherhood is really life-changing.

Noelle Hilario is an entrepreneur, artist, designer, and most importantly, mother to her son, Kai. Her businesses, Flow Retreats, Hillside Cafe & Juice Bar, Brown Belly Swimwear, and Makai Bowls are all borne out of her passions for travel, surf, design, and
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September 29

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura: Raising a Child Who Has It

She didn't want to be a mom at first, but she soon realized her purpose after seeing her sick child.

Motherhood was not on my radar even after I got married. I had a relatively satisfying career and was comfortable with the predictable and steady inertia of my everyday life. I didn’t want to disturb that peace as I was generally content
Wellness

September 24

Total Hysterectomy: A Mom's Emotional Journey

"It was really an emotional battle of losing that part of me that meant so much."

“I don’t want to lose the ultimate symbol of my womanhood — and motherhood, at that!” This was the thought that lingered with me for five months when I was trying to decide to go through hysterectomy.Having to battle through Antiphospholipid Antibody
Real Parenting

September 21

How Single People Should Deal with Sharenting Parents

With all that’s been said about sharenting, this mom puts it plainly: It’s her social media page, her kids, her rules.

Much has been said about “sharenting” — and no doubt you have at least one friend on social media that does it. It’s when parents share posts about their children on social media platforms, from the moment the child is born, and
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September 11

Working Parent Regrets After Death of Their Son

Their son’s passing has made them rethink work-life balance.

Working parents struggle with the guilt of losing quality time with their child to make a living for the family and build their careers. As their work-life flourishes, however, their personal life takes a beating — they may end up spending lesser
Real Parenting

July 20

Letter from Mom to Her Baby Boy

A mom writes how she intends to help her son face the reality of life as he grows.

Hey there, little guy. Guess I will be retiring the term “little” soon, huh?I just love how your personality is showing through more and more each day. Your dad and I sometimes look at each other in joyful fascination at your quirks,
Breastfeeding

June 23

Weaning Baby from the Breast — The Challenges and Triumphs

A mom shares the struggles that come with weaning her toddler from breastfeeding.

Like many women, I had romantic notions about breastfeeding. I thought it was the most natural thing in the world. So easy, so gentle. When I gave birth, I was determined to nurse my son. My initial goal was to breastfeed for six
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June 22

Paano Ba Maging Isang Ina? Mga Pagbabago sa Buhay ni Nanay

Ibinabahagi ng isang ina kung paano nagbago ang kanyang buhay sa pagdating ng kanyang anak.

Dear nanay, nagbago ka na!Noon, napupuyat ka sa panonood ng paborito mong programa o kaya'y sa pakikinig ng senting kanta sa radyo. Anyare? Ngayon, late ka na natutulog dahil sa gawaing-bahay na magagawa mo lamang kapag tulog na si bulinggit.Noon, gumigising ka
Real Parenting

June 16

A 'Dad' Opens Up About Miscarriage: Husbands Feels the Loss, Too

"A miscarriage is not just a woman's affair. It is both the husband and the wife who lost the child."

Happy Father's Day to me.Technically, though, I'm not yet a dad. Or technically, I am a dad. It's all a bit confusing, so let me explain.We had a miscarriage, see. Twice. In less than a year.My attitude before was I would use
Real Parenting

June 8

Hindi Madali Maging Isang Ina

Madalas pa, kapwa mo nanay ang magsasabi ng masasakit na salita.

Hindi madaling maging isang ina. Iyan ang madalas sabihin ng iba. Hindi biro ang magpalaki ng bata. Pero mas mahirap kapag ginagawa mo ang lahat ng iyong makakaya upang mapalaki mo sila nang maayos ngunit maraming nakapaligid sa iyo na hindi sumasang-ayon

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