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Real Parenting

March 16

This Breathing Technique Can Help With Mom Guilt

Her oldest daughter’s short video is an encouragement for parents who doubt themselves

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February 22

These Moms Had Their Fangirl Moments At BSB, Westlife Concerts

Plus, list of upcoming concerts in Manila this year.

On February 20, 2023, moms and titas from all over the Philippines were out of their homes and workplaces (and even their weddings!), and were headed towards either of the two major concert places in Metro Manila -- at the SM Mall
Real Parenting

September 13

Solenn Vacations In Paris Alone Says No Mom Guilt For Solo Trips

While Tili and husband Nico flew to Argentina for a month, the expectant mom flew to Paris for some time to herself

What me-time guilt? Looks like Solenn doesn’t know what that means!Solenn Heussaff recently arrived back in Manila after over two weeks in Paris where she too, flew solo. Husband Nico Bolzico and their eldest daughter Tili recently took a month-long vacation in
Real Parenting

February 28

Solenn Heussaff Gets Honest About Feeling Mom Guilt

Solenn admits "mum guilt can be real."

Being a mother is probably one of the most joyous moments of their lives for those who chose it, but it gets spoiled by mom guilt once in a while. Celebrity mom Solenn Heussaff is no stranger to this feeling.Solenn was recently
Real Parenting

February 21

Mom Admits She Doesn't Enjoy Cooking, And IThat's Okay

No, a mother's love is not only expressed in her cooking.

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Wellness

January 4

Expert Shares How To Deal With Parent Guilt

"Is it right that we left our kids behind?”, “Am I spending too much time at work?”, “Am I missing something in my kid’s life if I am not present during his online class?”

Did you know that we have as many as 6,000 thoughts that enter our minds everyday? What if majority of these thoughts are negative, can you imagine what our brains would look like? How to rewire our brains to think positive, self-affirming thoughts
Real Parenting

June 9

Why Do Moms Feel Mom Guilt?

Psychologist, Dr. Michele Alignay, explains why it happens.

Moms don't always admit it, but they often feel bad when they do something for themselves. This is well-known in the parenting community as mom guilt.Psychologist and award-winning author Dr. Michele Alignay said guilt is a primary emotion. "Normal siyang emosyon," she told Smart
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August 5

Kylie Padilla Admits Feeling Mom Guilt For Pursuing Her Dreams

There is no such thing as a perfect mom, only the best moms we can be.

Days before her firstborn’s third birthday, Kylie Padilla admitted being a young mom isn’t easy. She revealed feeling guilty for doing something outside of motherhood. “Motherhood has always been such a pivotal thing for me. I am naturally inclined to give more of
Real Parenting

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
Real Parenting

January 9

Lessons From Bianca Gonzalez 'Paano Ba Ito' For First-time Moms

Excerpts from Bianca Gonzalez's talk about new moms' challenges and mental health care.

Host and celebrity mom Bianca Gonzalez-Intal has spoken up candidly about the challenges of being a mom since she gave birth to her first child, Lucia, now 4, and up to now that she's welcomed her second daughter, Carmen, 1. The mom
Wellness

October 23

How To Break Free From Mom Guilt

We've all been there.

If you’re a mom, chances are you have experienced mom guilt many times. It is very common, especially among new moms, to feel inadequate and “not good enough”. The obsession of today’s population with social media doesn’t help. On Instagram, there abound
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October 14

Divine Lee On Feeling Mom Guilt With Daughter Blanca: 'Lagi Siyang May Kahati'

Every mom feels some level of guilt, but as long as you're doing your best, remember that 'you are enough.'

Women who are pregnant the second child cherish the moments they spend time with their firstborn before they give birth. It’ll be the last time he or she will be an only child.Divine Lee Go just gave birth to her second child,
Toddler

August 13

Hindi Kasalanan Ang Pagiging Working Mom at Hind Dapat Ma-Guilty

Tiwala lang. Anomang pagpapasya na ginagawa mo ay mabuti kung tunay na para sa anak at pamilya.

Kahit gaano mo pa kadalas sabihin sa isang working mom o inang mayroon ding regular na trabaho na mabuti silang ina, karamihan sa kanila’y sinisisi pa rin ang sarili dahil sa mga hindi nila nadaluhan o nasaksihang milestones ng kanilang mga anak.
Wellness

July 5

Mom Guilt Should Not Let You Forget About Your Old Self

Your old self doesn’t need to disappear just because you have kids.

The moment you become a mom, it’s like your whole life is turned upside down. As a single woman, you may have felt you had all the time in the world. Now that you’re a mom, it’s like the days aren’t enough
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May 15

Working Mom and Dad Challenges After Parental Leave

The survey asked over 2,000 professionals in Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

While the Expanded Maternity Leave Law (EML) now allow moms longer time with their newborns, the guilt that comes with going back to work after being on leave is still all too real. According to a new survey, moms find it “emotionally
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April 10

LJ Reyes 'Would Always Give Up Me-Time' For Her Kids

LJ Reyes treasures spending time and caring for her kids above everything else.

It's been three months since actress LJ Reyes gave birth to her second child, Summer Ayana, and over the weekend, she and partner Paolo Contis celebrated this milestone by having her baptized in a dedication ceremony. It was one of the rare
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March 29

Isabelle Daza Shares Her Mom Guilt

The celebrity mom made a video to show her guilt and how she hopes to be present more with her son.

Moms would say that they spend a lot of time with their children, but just how present are you? That’s the question celebrity mom Isabelle Daza seeks to answer in a new video she recently uploaded on her Instagram account.The video, which
Wellness

November 10

How to Cope With Stress That Leads to Yelling and Mom Guilt

When stressed, don't take it out on your loved ones. Do these coping techniques instead.

You've done it a few times — getting mad about something and then taking it out on someone else, even your family. Take Len Cofreros, 38, for example whose husband got the brunt of her anger that confused him. "My daughter was
Wellness

August 10

ABCs of Mommy Self-Care: Pick a Letter and See What You Get

Me-time or self-care is like our need for clean air — it's not a luxury, it's a necessity.

Self-care isn't indulgence — it's necessary. And, here's the truth: it isn't just about going to the spa, spending a whole day shopping, or joining a yoga class. Self-care also consists of the small, seemingly insignificant but truly helpful and healthy things
Preschooler

July 29

7 Things to Prepare for When You Ban Screen Time in Your Home

Brace yourself because banning screens at home is whatever you probably imagined — and worse.

We get it. When obligations and responsibilities pile up and you have no other childcare options it's easy to give in to the temptation — you hand over your phone to pacify your bored little tot who's on the verge of throwing

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