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Real Parenting

December 4

Spotify Wrapped 2022 Parents' Edition

As much as we like to listen to more of our favorite songs, we know who's in charge of the music at home.

It's that time of the year when everyone shares the results of their Spotify Wrapped 2022 on social media. Just one look, we can already spot who the parents are!As we looked back to the songs we've listened to and the bands
Real Parenting

December 1

This Working Mom Of Two Confessed About Mom Rage, Asks For Help

Here's what other parents and an expert advised the mom, and all of us parents, to do.

An anonymous mom shared with the parents at the Smart Parenting Village about her woes as a working mom of two who feels like she's not supported."Pa-vent. Working mom rage. I have 1 toddler and 1 preschooler," she wrote. "Nababaliw na ako. Ilang araw
Real Parenting

June 10

What Happened To 2021 My Smart Parenting Story Finalists?

From being strangers in a writing competition, they are now friends and are writing the next chapter of their story.

It's amazing what a year can do.It was in March 2021 when Smart Parenting held its very first My Smart Parenting Story contest.Among the hundreds of entries shared by real moms and dads on how Smart Parenting helped them navigate their parenting
Real Parenting

April 5

Tips For Work From Home Moms

Mom guilt always kicks in - should I just resign and play with my child?

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 smartparenting@summitmedia.com.ph with the subject “Real Parenting.” Click here to read
Real Parenting

April 29

How to Be a Mom: Motherhood Stories

Somewhere out there is a mom going through the same things as you. Meet 15 of them.

Motherhood is different for every mom, but it can't be denied they have shared experiences that create an inevitable bond. There are certain things only a fellow mom will get.On challenging days when raising your little humans feel overwhelming, you can find
Real Parenting

April 9

Advice for New Moms: 33 Honest, Heartwarming and Funny Tips

You are not alone, mom!

Preparing for the birth of your child and all the changes that come with being a new mom can be daunting. There are so many questions that run through your mind. Will I give birth safely? Will I produce milk? Will my baby
Real Parenting

March 31

Mommy Brain Funny Stories From Real Moms

No, you’re not losing your mind. You’re just a mom.

With all the things moms do on a daily basis, it’s not surprising that they fall victim to “mommy brain.” Yes, it’s not just the preggos who encounter memory lapses. Moms constantly forget where they placed their phones, they miss appointments, and
Labor & Childbirth

March 21

Pregnant Mom's Labor Pains While Taking Physician Licensure Exam

She is now a licensed doctor!

Editor’s Note: Medical professionals have reached out to voice their concerns about the mom's actions in this story. We have asked for their medical opinion so we may share to our readers. Please see a doctor immediately if your water breaks before
Fashion

July 30

Does Shapewear Really Work? Two Moms Test if It's Worth the Splurge

Find out which shapewear they found worthy of the investment.

Going back to your pre-pregnancy body is a struggle all moms deal with and to be honest — it's perfectly okay. But while you've come to love your body no matter what shape and size you are, there are times when you
Inspiration

May 9

Filipino Celebrities Turn to This Mom to Capture Their Most Intimate Moments

It is likely you have seen the work of her photo and video services company.

You might know Nice Print Photography for its heartwarming wedding and party coverages, or maybe for its reputation as the go-to photographer of various celebrities, like Zoren Legaspi and Carmina Villaroel (the company was the official photographer of the couple’s surprise wedding
Preschooler

March 23

Real Moms and Their Kids Put Bambini Baby Cologne to the Test

Does the cologne survive the heat of the summer sun and the active lifestyle of these kids?

Hardly anyone can resist the fresh, milky “new baby” scent, so much so that sometimes, complete strangers ask to smell your baby’s head out of nowhere! Of course, our kids all soon graduate from the “new baby” smell to “amoy pawis” smell,
Real Parenting

November 23

Forced to Work or Stay at Home, the Sacrifices Are Worth It, Moms Say

There's always something you can do to improve your situation, according to these moms.

Earlier this month, we wrote about a study that showed women who voluntarily stayed home and those who willingly worked outside the home had higher satisfaction levels and were the most psychologically healthy. If they were forced into their status, the women
Family Fun

November 11

We're Definitely Copying This Mom's Matchy-Matchy Photos!

Her youngest is always so adorable in the snaps.

Moms know how difficult it is to take a decent photo with the kids. We can only dream that everyone is looking at the camera with a bit of smile. So we look at the photos of UK-based blogger and mom Dominique Davis and
Real Parenting

November 10

Real Moms Put Uniqlo's Baby and Toddler Clothing Line to the Test!

Do the quality, comfort, and design of the clothes pass the moms' scrutiny?

Dressing up little cuties can be fun, but we all know it can be expensive. Babies grow so fast that something you bought last week may not fit her next month! So moms have tried-and-tested ways to choose baby clothes that are
Your Kid’s Health

October 24

This Is What a Baby Having an Asthma Attack Looks Like (It's Scary)

It can be difficult to tell if the symptoms are caused by asthma especially in small kids.

If you haven’t seen a child having an asthma attack, the video below can be upsetting. It can be, however, a valuable tool to help parents identify if their baby is having an asthma attack. <blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-version="7" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0
Baby

May 18

3 Pinay Moms Share Everything They've Learned About Cloth Diapers

One mom tried 14 brands, and another gave great tips about washing soiled cloth diapers.

After the successful conclusion of "The Great Cloth Diaper Change 2017," held last April 22 at South Park Mall in Alabang (above), we got the chance to chat with three of the mommy members from South PiNanays, the organizer of the event. We
Real Parenting

February 7

This Mom Has a Hilarious 'Clean House' Guide

"Close the kids' bedroom doors so you forget how messy they are." LOL

Who doesn't love looking at beautiful home interiors on Instagram or Pinterest? We're pretty sure every woman has kept pegs in mind for their dream home someday -- that is until they have kids. The little ones have their way of turning
Love & Relationships

November 12

My Boyfriend Left Me While I Was 9 Months Pregnant

We were together for 11 years.

Photo from PixabayMy boyfriend and I were together for 11 years. We were high school sweethearts. Since day one ayaw sakin ng mom niya kasi physically hindi daw ako bagay sa anak niya. He was an only child and was a menopausal
Real Parenting

October 22

Is Breast Really The Best?

Real moms share their thoughts on the disputed the link between breastfeeding and a child's IQ

Photo from sunstatedoulas.com“Breast is best,” that’s what the advocates say. In fact, 96% of moms agree that breastfeeding and breast milk are definitely best for babies. From the antibodies breast milk contains, to breastfeeding’s “slimming” effect on moms, to the bonding time it
News

September 2

Real Moms, UNICEF, SM Supermalls & NGO Beauty, Brains and Breastfeeding Promote Breastfeeding in the Philippines

As breastfeeding month comes to a close, SM Supermalls, with UNICEF and NGO Beauty, Brains and Breastfeeding remind families to support mothers to exclusively breastfeed their babies for six months.

SM Supermalls organised a breastfeeding event for mothers today, giving them tips on successful breastfeeding and urging the private sector to support breastfeeding mothers.‘SM Supermalls is working to create and promote a breastfeeding culture in the country. The breastfeeding stations in our

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