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Love & Relationships

February 20

Couples Get Real About Married Life

Two couples get real about the good, the bad and the ugly about married life.

Aside from how-tos on raising children, among the most popular discussions on our Facebook community, Smart Parenting Village, is about how couples can keep their love burning for each other even after having kids. Well, it does go without saying that good
Breastfeeding

October 1

Dad's Tips on Supporting Breastfeeding Moms

The first few months of a child's life is not just for moms! Dads, you're part of it, too!

It's rare to see a man post about anything related to breastfeeding, so we sit up and pay attention when someone actually talks about it like this dad from Los Angeles, California. He shared his take of how dads can help their
Baby

September 3

Solo Play Is as Important as Your Interactions With Your Baby

Experts suggest it's never too early to introduce independent or solo play to your baby.

It's natural for moms to be all over their little bundle of joy. You want to cradle your baby, watch him sleep, and talk to him. And you should continue doing so, but don't forget that giving your baby his "alone time,"
Breastfeeding

December 14

How Much Alcohol Is Safe to Drink for Breastfeeding Moms?

Does pumping and dumping breast milk help?

It's the holiday season, and whether we like it or not, our calendars are booked with parties and get-togethers. It can be stressful, but we get to see and spend time with family and friends. In short, holiday parties are time well
Fashion

February 12

7 Practical Style Tips For The Curvy Woman

Apply these #OOTD pointers straight from a plus-sized professional model and body positivity advocate.

Maybe you're born that way and have always been larger than other girls growing up. You might have masked body-shaming words with softer ones such as "big-boned" or "chubby." Or maybe you've just given birth and you still have not shed your
Tweens & Teens

December 29

6 Must-Read Guidelines Before Your Child Joins Facebook

Teach kids about online safety and social media manners with Facebook's help.

Although the minimum age requirement for those who sign up for Facebook is 13, we know that it's easy enough for any one younger to sign up. Heck, we even make Facebook accounts for our kids when they're just babies. We get
Food

June 25

5 Important Tips and Tricks for Newbie Bakers

Baking isn't as scary as it sounds.

What makes baking so great is that it’s a mix between art and science... And this is also what scares neophytes from actually learning how to bake. The precise measurements and timings, hot ovens and bakers’ lingo tend to intimidate, rather than
Beauty

May 1

The Only Anti-Aging Skin Care Routine You Need for Your Body

Keep skin looking youthful all over with our anti-aging tips for every part of your body.

Photo from dimyth.comWe keep applying anti-aging creams, masques, and serums on our faces, but often forget our bodies save for the occasional slathering of lotion on elbows or heels. “But the signs of aging may manifest as early as your 20s depending
Getting Pregnant

April 27

7 Ways To Survive The Summer Months While Pregnant

Stay cool and comfy amidst the intense hot and humid weather.

Photo from mamas2mamas.comThis year's summer heat has been challenging and exhausting with a daily temperature that can soar to more than 41°C! Two weeks ago, the weather bureau in Cabanatuan City saw a record breaking heat index of 51°C. No one is feeling the scorch
Home

April 27

Follow These 9 Cardinal Rules to Make Your Home Toddler Safe

Plus test how well you can spot possible hazards at home.

Photo from ahf.co.ukThe toddler stage doesn’t get labeled as the terrible twos just because of the tantrums. Now that he’s discovered what his legs and hands can do, your toddler is constantly exploring, putting things in his mouth, and to your horror, has
Real Parenting

April 4

Dad to Daughter: 7 Important Life Lessons I Hope I Can Teach You

A rookie dad gives his advice for the long haul

Photo from sweetsharing.comIt was mid-October, and my wife, Trizha, and I were headed to our gyno for an ultrasound that would reveal the gender of our baby. We, my family and friends were pretty sure we’d be having a boy. Then the
Real Parenting

March 29

7 Tips to Keep Your Sanity Intact When Bringing Your Kids To Work

It’s challenging, but not impossible with these tried-and-tested tips.

Photo from urbansitter.comNo one really likes to bring the kids to the office (unless it has a great daycare center). Officemates may not find them as cute as we do. Besides, our own kids even can annoy even us especially when they
Baby

March 23

10 Things To Remember When Visiting Newborns

When moms give birth, they’re not just very protective of their babies—they’re quite sensitive, too. Heed these tips.

Photo from musiccitydoulas.comWhen you’ve read tons of pregnancy books, attended birthing classes, and labored for hours, the last thing you want is something bad happening to your precious newborn. So when visitors don’t practice caution, it’s completely understandable for a new mom
Big Kids

February 29

7 Things You Can Do to Help Your Kid Ace A Test

Exams coming up? Here's how to help your child prep.

Photo from matadormessenger.comThe school year is about to close, and that means exam time. For some students, it's the third quarterly exams; for others, it's their fourth. In short, it's probably "hell week" for your kids and you. While grades should not
Wellness

November 23

Five Tips To Take Care Of A Special Woman

Yes, mommies, you’re all special. Sometimes you forget that because you’re busy taking care of others. A busy mom herself, Christine Kang takes us through five ideas on how to have your “me-time.”

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