Parents know all too well how difficult it is to deal with
a child’s tantrums. When a child reaches pre-schooler age, this problematic
behaviour comes out and parents, not really knowing what to do, just grin and
bear it, and just basically brace for the inevitable.
Children can often display “bratty” behaviour either
towards their parents or other people because they cannot properly articulate
their feelings yet or struggle with handling their emotions.
At this age, behaviour regulation, or the ability to use
self-control to behave in socially acceptable ways is not well developed yet.
This can manifest as tantrums and are sometimes triggered by an outburst of
emotions such as anger, frustration, anxiety, and irritability.
To avoid these behaviours among pre-schoolers, parents
should learn how to develop and nurture their child’s emotional intelligence by
teaching them how to better understand and control their emotions.
In his book entitled, “Raising an Emotionally Intelligent
Child; The Heart of Parenting,” Dr. John Gottman offers tips on how parents can
better deal with their child’s emotional outbursts.
He advises parents to become more aware of their child’s
emotions. The first step to improving their behaviour is to recognize that
there is an array of feelings that a child has to deal with, such as
disappointment or anger, which they might not be able to completely understand
yet, or know how to handle.
Family bonding mean food and when it come to my children,
you got to be ready to taste the unexpected. When they want to eat, time is of
no importance and just be ready as to what you can get or prepare in a hurry
whirl wind moment.
With so many food to choose from, here are the Top 10
All-Time Favorite, Fast-Good Diner Dishes (in no particular order):
•Crispy
Calamari
Anything deep-fried can easily be found at a diner, just
like the Crispy Calamari! Crispy Calamari is squid, and then drenched in flour,
salt, and pepper. After that, it is deep-fried to golden perfection! Paired
best with marinara sauce, this appetizing start to your meal will surely
invigorate you for the next meal.
•Fish and
Chips
Originally from the UK, Fish and Chips have made its mark
in every diner from the US and around the world. Fried battered fish with a
side of French fries has been a classic dish in diners.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and it’s the
perfect time for us to share our blessing.
Save the Children recently launch Lahat Santa campaign. Save
the Children Philippines is part of the global Save the Children movement
working in over 120 countries. Present in the country for over three decades,
Save the Children delivers programs for Filipino children which gives them a
better education and easier access to healthcare, supports them during
emergencies while also educating communities on disaster preparedness.
Let’s do what we can on our own little way to help save the
children, they are not asking for million, just a bit of what we can give.
I was invited to watch Marvel Studios’ Thor: Ragnarok at
IMAX last Oct. 20, 2017 at the IMAX SM Megamall. I rarely watch movies now a
day but they say that if you watch it on an IMAX, it a different viewing
experience.
In Thor: Ragnarok, Thor is imprisoned on the other side
of the universe without his mighty hammer, and is forced to team-up with the
Hulk, Loki and new player Valkyrie to stop “Ragnarok”—the destruction of Asgard
and its civilization, at the hands of the ruthless and all-powerful Hela and
for the rest of the story; better watch it an IMAX
Here are five reasons why you should catch it in IMAX
too:
It was three
years ago when a co parent of mine and her family received an award from
Jollibee. It was Jollibee Family Value Award give to Filipino families that
have exemplary advocacies that touch the lives of others.
I was invited to attend an event about an online grocery
app: Easy Grocery
Easy Grocery is a novel and trouble free way to grocery shopping
and mainly it evolves around us moms and all those who do the grocery for the
family or for themselves.
Based upon the presentation; Easy Grocery is our easy way
out to traffic, hassle in parking and it would definite saves us time. All of this these convenience can we ours for
a minimal amount of 200 pesos; 100 for the rider and 100 for the one doing the
shopping.
EasyGrocery, the latest mobile app which allows consumers
to purchase their grocery items from the app and have them delivered their
preferred address within 60 minutes committed time. The app works for both iOS
and Android phones and is now available for download from the App Store and
Google Play
EasyGrocery is now available in its three pilot areas in
Makati, Paranaque and Taguig and soon to others areas in the Metro
The way Seriously Addictive Math (or S.A.M) has changed
the way Filipino children appreciate math is undeniable. With their focus away
from rote learning and memorization, S.A.M has helped kids learn math concepts
independently- emphasizing, instead, on conceptual understanding, critical
thinking and solving complex math problems.
Before enrolling in the S.A.M program, students first
take a diagnostic assessment so their math skills can already be gauged. This
way, kids are given a calibrated learning plan based on their abilities and the
pace they will be comfortable in. Once evaluated, they start their sessions
with Certified S.A.M. Trainers who have been equipped with various tools and
methods needed to coach the child.
With the aim of teaching math in a fun way, the trainers
engage kids using dialogue and probing questions. They also use toys and games,
as well as a Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract approach which jog up the
multi-sensory skills of children. A coaching pedagogy is provided where
students are trained to discover their own solutions and explain the process
rather than spoon feed the answers. Later on this will make them independent
and build their self-confidence when solving math problems.
Dengue is a serious viral infection transmitted from one
person to another by the Aedes mosquito, principally Aedes aegypti. It is the fastest spreading vector-borne
disease in the world, endemic in over 100 countries, with 40% of the world’s
population at risk. Roughly 500,000 people a year require hospitalisation from
a severe form of the disease, 2.5% of whom die.
DENGUE IS NUMBER ONE HEALTH CONCERN IN SOUTHEAST ASIA,
NEW SURVEY FINDS
- 73%
worry about dengue, but only one-third feel prepared and in control
- More
than 70% believe there is a cure for dengue and that antibiotics are needed to
manage symptoms
- 84% are
keen to learn more about how to treat and prevent the disease, and parents feel
dengue education should be taught in schools
- Allied
Against Dengue is committed to raise awareness on dengue prevention and
management across Southeast Asia through engagement, empowerment and education
Dengue, the fastest spreading viral disease in the world,
is also the number one concern in Southeast Asia (SEA),
according to the SEA Dengue Survey. Commissioned by GlaxoSmithKline
(GSK) Consumer Healthcare, the survey takes a comprehensive, present-day look
at the prevention and management of Dengue, which outranked dangerous viruses
such as Zika and HIV.
GSK is one of the founders of Allied Against Dengue
(AAD), an open movement initiated by public and private institutions with a
mission to reduce the impact of the disease on society. The pharmaceutical
company presented the highlights of the survey at a scientific forum on ASEAN
Dengue Day in Legazpi, Albay.
Two thirds of respondents are anxious about widespread
occurrence of the virus, and almost 40% have had an immediate family member who
has suffered from it. While governments
in the region have made extensive efforts to inform their citizens, dengue
continues to be a huge burden to society.
“The impact of dengue has dramatically risen over the
past few decades, putting about half of the world’s population at risk,” says
Debjit Rudra, Area General Manager for Southeast Asia, GSK Consumer Healthcare.
“Southeast Asia alone carries the highest prevalence of dengue, affecting 2.9
million people annually, representing the biggest regional burden in the
world.”
There is also rampant misunderstanding among the public,
with more than 70% in the region and almost 80% in the Philippines mistakenly
believing there is a cure, or that
antibiotics are needed to manage dengue symptoms. A low 28% of Filipino respondents are aware
that paracetamol is the only recommended medication for dengue fever management
as stated by the World Health Organization (WHO). One of the trusted paracetamol brands in the
Philippines is Calpol, which is proven safe and efficient in relieving pain and
fever among children who are most vulnerable to the disease.
Beyond management, survey findings also uncovered that
there is still a struggle to identify the symptoms of dengue in the
Philippines. Only 19% know that dengue can be detected on the first day of
infection and that majority would only visit the doctor when fever persists up
to 3 days. Ironically, more than half of
parents are confident that they would be able to diagnose their children with
dengue, which may lead to misdiagnosis
and place children in jeopardy.
“It is alarming that a large proportion of the population
are misinformed about dengue management. This emphasizes the greater need for
education,” Rudra says. “In light of these results, the AAD will continue to
intensify its public advocacy program to mitigate the impact of dengue on
communities in the region.”
On a positive note, the survey revealed that 95% of
Filipinos are interested to learn more about dengue, and almost all parents feel schools should
play a role in educating students about the disease.
Initiated by a coalition of 12 organizations, the AAD
launched its pilot educational campaign in Indonesia in 2015, followed by
Malaysia and the Philippines. More than 11,500 healthcare professionals and
pharmacists joined efforts to empower and educate more than seven million
patients on disease prevention and management across digital and media
channels, and on-ground activations.
Active members of AAD, alongside GSK in the country, are
the Department of Health (DOH) and Mercury Drug Corporation. Each organization
provides their expertise in support of defeating dengue burden in the
Philippines.
“Dengue is rife in Southeast Asia and, as a coalition
partner; we can play an active role in society empowerment. The AAD is a
perfect model on how we can join forces, and leverage on our collective
strength and partnerships to drive awareness. The results of the survey will
guide us on developing initiatives to educate people better,” Rudra says.
Parents See Brighter Future for Their Kids with S.A.M.
As a parent who always wants the best for my children, I
was always on the lookout for tools that
would help my children in their studies.
Always looking for the best especially on the areas that we know that
our children need assistance, like Math.
Now a days, Math is different from what we use to know
and with that being said, I would like to share to you S.A.M
Parents are known to be a child’s first educators. Hence,
it is only natural for them to only want the best for their kids. With the holistic development and character
building promise of Seriously Addictive Math (S.A.M.), it is no doubt that it
is fast becoming a parent’s preference
in supplementing their kids’ capability in math.
Stress, life balance, why is it that its important that we know about it.
Studies have shown that stress is commonly caused by
interrelationships, such as having to deal with work issues and family-related
complications. If left unresolved over time, it could lead to immune
deficiency, which later on, might cause other parts of our body to show signs
of disruption like hair loss.
Many of us could attest to that. It’s like always
autumnal equinox whenever we experience chronic hair fall, most especially at
the prime of stress. At its peak, our white blood cells attack no less than the
follicles, thus causing alopecia. What’s more, anxiety could drive your mane
into a prolonged resting phase, which is called telogen effluvium.
Stress experienced by the body or beyond our coping
resources could trigger hair loss symptoms, which, if not addressed properly,
could result to early baldness. Worried about this? Fret no more. You can beat
it simply by relaxing, eating or flexing some muscles.
Never underestimate the power of sleep. If you feel that
you are over your head in dealing with anxieties, choose to rest it off for a
while and recharge.
Let’s get physical to de-stress. It helps release
endorphins, or what is known as the happy hormones, that can be beneficial in
relieving the tension.
There are different kinds of shoppers around the world
who prioritize at least one out of these four: Quality. Affordability.
Familiarity. And Innovation.
These four are basic factors when going in and out of the
supermarket. At least, they used to be. 2017 has presented itself as a year of
change. Consumers in general are wiser than ever before. As a mom I can attest
to this. I’m very nitpicky. Comparing prices between this and that supermarket
for the same product. Or seeking out unique goods in each one. Taking note of
discounts, clearance sales, introductory prices, green tags, red tags, everything
tags! And of course, the almighty reward points system! The answer to the
forever problem of purchasing consumables. In the past, what you pay for
eventually goes down the drain. But now, select groceries have been making an
effort to alleviate the pain of post-wallet emptying sickness! Hehe. We already
know of the big names that present these and they ain't new to our ears. But
what if I tell you, that on top of the discounts, rewards, everything you can
think of! There is a happier place on earth. A place called SUPER8 GROCERY
WAREHOUSE!!!
Let’s take a look at what Super
8 Grocery Warehouse offers and what’s in store for their shoppers this coming August 2017
It’s rainy season again and we always want some soup to
make us feel warm.
I was inspired by Marian Rivera about her Mega Prime rainy
day souprise and decided to make my own version.
Mega Prime has a complete array of high-quality
products that conveniently turn the simplest recipes into extraordinary and
appetizing meals for the entire family. Each product comes in a convenient
packaging, which makes cooking one step easier, turning moms like me into
savvy chefs of my own household.
Vietnamese cuisine encompasses the foods and beverages of
Vietnam, and features a combination of five fundamental tastes in the overall
meal. Each Vietnamese dish has a distinctive flavor which reflects one or more
of these elements. Traditional Vietnamese cooking is greatly admired for its
fresh ingredients, minimal use of dairy and oil, complementary textures, and
reliance on herbs and vegetables. With the balance between fresh herbs and
meats and a selective use of spices to reach a fine taste, Vietnamese food is
considered one of the healthiest cuisines worldwide.
I love Vietnamese food, especially their spring rolls.
One thing that’s making the Vietnamese spring roll expensive because of the
shrimp that’s included in the recipe.
Today, as I see what my children have accomplish; I ask
myself if I had done the right thing in the past.
Just like any other mom, I love my children and would do
anything just to make sure that I could provide a bright future for them. There’s
no book that could teach us how to be a perfect mother and how to prepare
ourselves to be a good mother.
I was thinking back then, that the reason I want to
finish college and have a good job is so that; I could give my children a life
they deserve. A life that is different from mine. I want my children to have a
roof in their head, a comfortable bed when they sleep and eat meals on the
right time and be able to have a decent lifestyle.
But, I question myself; does providing everything my
children needs can prepare them for the future.
I love joining cook off and when I found out that
Shopwise would be hosting a cook off, I immediately show my interest.I
joined the cook off last June 30, 2017 at Shopwise Cubao. The event was in line
with Shopwise introduction Best Value Finds for the Month of July
The event started at 3 pm with Ms. Janice De Belen as
host.
Together with my team mate Melinda Yana, we compete with
the other team consist of Ms. Cie Cisneros and Ms. Leomy Sanchez. While we
prepared our red sauce spaghetti partner with tuna cucumber, the other team
prepared creamy tuna spaghetti with cereal balls.
All the ingredients we used were found inside the
Shopwise Cubao and to other branches nationwide.
Joseph Anthony Apostol also demonstrates wine flaring.
The event was graced by Mr. Irwin C. Lee, CEO of Rustan
Supercemyers, Inc.,Ms. Arlene Aldaba, Chief Finance Officer of RSCI,MR.
Stephane Pariente, SVP for Operations of RSCI,Ms. Karen Rodas, VP for Fresh and
Food Merchandising of RSCI,Mr. Kerwin Legarde, VP for Non Food and GMS
Merchandising of RSCI.
So starting July 1 -31, enjoy best value finds at
Shopwise nationwide. Discounts and promos are available for the following
brands.
Southdale Farm Dairy Products
Sunharvest Cereals
Papa Alfredo Pasta and Sauces
Captain's Catch Tuna
Veneto Mineral Water
Fontauroi Mineral Water
Brewtime Tea
French Cellars
Red Peak
Winemakers Reserve
World O'noodle
Feather Soft Tissue
Dentismile Toothpaste and Toothbrushes
Jolly Tots Candies and Sweets
Surebuy Condiments
Vita Pet- Pet Food
Thank you Shopwise for a wonderful experience. Till the
next cook off……………
Being a
work-at-home mom (WAHM) is as challenging as it is rewarding. Not only do moms
need to have the household in order and the children taken care of, they need
to get their work done! Here are some tips to managing your time efficiently
and maximizing productivity so that you can spend more truly uninterrupted
quality time with the husband and kids (they are the reasons to work from home,
after all!).
As Gardenia introduces the newest Neubake Super Slice, it’s
no surprise that Bae-by Baste, a super child star now, and his Mom Sheila have
been tapped to be the brand’s endorsers with the latest Neubake Super Slice
TVC.
Let me tell you something about myself. I am a mom who
believes that I have the answer for all my children’s need. Yup, I am not
joking; I research far and wide as they say so that I could give the best to my
children but then again ; we have our short comings as well
Hahahahha, I know that I have limitations especially when
it comes to tutoring my kids. The education of today’s generation is so far
different of what I am use too; not to mentions that subjects that they have.
For example, Math; just the word Math makes me sweat.
I just to share to you this scenario when my son came
home from his first day in school. EJ was grade 6 then and he is studying in
ATENEO. He told me that they will now
study Singaporean Math.
What is Singaporean Math, I had a hard time with Math
alone and now here comes Singaporean Math
To cut the story short, I search for a tutorial center
that could give lessons about Singaporean Math. We did find one, but it was not
equip with the proper curriculum that I seek.
My son is now in Grade 11, we did manage to pass the
subject but not with flying colors. I know that parents like me are looking as
well for the perfect tutorial center for their children for this Singaporean
Math.
Think of the human mind as a hard drive where all your
life experiences are stored like pictures. We’re all familiar with the phrase,
“I just can’t shake that picture out of my mind”, and this is also true in the
metaphorical sense. We just can’t let go of certain experiences, and this
affects how we go about the world. Often, this holds us back from achieving our
true potential self because we are bogged down by the emotions and memories
that our minds have held on to for so long.
We tend to look outside ourselves for the answers to
life’s pressing problems, but to practitioners of meditation the answer always
lies within ourselves. Makati Meditation
and Ortigas Meditation are two groups in the Philippines that encourage the
practice of subtraction meditation as a method towards lasting happiness.
Calling All Expectant Parents! First Time Parents
Workshop Series 2017 on its 3rd Run this Year!
When two people get married, one of the goals that they
have is to have their own children. Once they get pregnant, the expectant
parents are very excited to prepare for the coming of their first child.
They announce it on social media, document all the pre-natal check-ups,
shop for baby essentials, and even attend classes to prepare them for the
coming of their baby. Friends and family are excited about the coming of
the baby!
I was invited last May 29, 2017 to attend the launch of McDonalds
Despicable Me 3 themed Happy Meal and Menu Items at McDonalds.
There are several games and activities to join during the
event. For each activity, I was able to get GC’s which entitle me for a free French
fries, Mcfloat, Burger and coffee.
The highlight of the event is the launch of the McDonalds
Despicable Me 3 themed Happy Meal and Menu Items at McDonalds.
Apprentice Asia winner Jonathan Yabut graced Sunlife’s
Live Brighter Session last May 24, 2017 at A Space Makati. Aspiring financial
advisors and bloggers were present to meet and greet him and to learn as well
from his inspiring story about his winning moments in life.
What really caught my attention were his details about
preparations. He won not because he is smart but because he prepared for the
audition.
Here's a video of the talk
Preparation plays a big part in every one’s life. Everything
we do starts with preparation. If we
want something, we need to prepare for it now because what we do today will be
the result of what we will be in 5 to 10 years in the future.
As a mom, I was blessed to have five wonderful kids who
are excellent on their chosen field. It
would not have happen if I was not able to prepare them back then. They
practice after school hours and it started during their kindergarten years.
Just like Jonathan’s mom, I am a tiger mom myself. There are times that I doubt
my decision because I felt that my kids were deprived of their youth. They are
not allowed to go out and they do rehearsals till Sunday. But seeing them now and on what they accomplish,
I like to say that I have prepared them well for their future.
But it does not stop there, I still have a another
preparation to make; and that is my peace of mind
My peace of mind is knowing that when something happens
to me or to them unexpectedly; we are prepared.
My gift to my children when they graduate is a startup budget for them
to get their own financial investment
I want them to have a brighter future ahead of them and
its starts now.
If you want to prepare your child for a brighter future
check out www.sunlife .com.ph
Health is wealth and its start in our home. No matter how
much we take good care of our surrounding, there’s something that could definitely
pass our safety measures.
There are just threats that we could not see but it’s our
home and they could continue to plague every household and consistently have
mothers like us worried for the safety of our family.
While threats like these can be avoided through many
different means, how then can anyone be certain that what they have is the best
and the most effective solution in this world of organic, D-I-Y, and
back-to-basics methods? There is only one question we should ask ourself, :
Are we willing to risk your family’s health to something
untried, untested, and uncertified?
The Sharp Plasmacluster Air Purfier lineup, with its
variety of models, not only lets you pick out the best unit that can give you
clean and breathable air, but it assures you that it is tested, certified, and
vouched for. Doctors from all over Metro Manila who personally got to use the
Sharp Plasmacluster Air Purifiers can attest to its effectiveness.
Herbalife, a global nutrition company, announces that Dr.
Rocio Medina, Herbalife Vice President, Worldwide Nutrition Training, will be
the guest speaker in the Philippine leg of the upcoming Asia Pacific Wellness
Tour.
Held from 5 April to 15 May, the Herbalife Asia Pacific
Wellness Tour will feature a series of medical symposia, nutrition talks and
health workshops held in 23 cities across Australia, Cambodia, Hong Kong,
Indonesia, India, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines,
Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.
I am to say that I was able to send my children in a
reputable school but even so, I still believe on outside help. When I say
outside help, these mean tutorial lessons to further enhance their knowledge in
academics.
Every child deserves a chance to get in to top
universities and colleges in the country and being a top on their class does
not guarantee them a slot. I don’t want to sound so discouraging but a little help
goes a long long way especially if we are talking about their future.
There are thing that need to be prepared when you take
exams from top universities. There are things that schools are not equip off,
not that I am complaining with the school of my children because they do what
they can to prepare my children but then again there are others who knows more
about the entrance exams.
For the sake of their future, let be wise and practical
as parents of these children enroll them in an excellent review program and
give him a better chance at a great future.
My children was still in their grade school when I first
enrolled them in a review center, The Ahead
Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio Shares a Treasure Far Better than
Jewels
Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio has lived most of her life under
the spotlight. The Philippine public has seen her grow up on the small and big
screen as an actress. Then, we saw how her life turned around and was
transformed by the love of Christ. And we continue to share in her joy as she
became a wife and mother. Now, Rica has come to another milestone in her life
as she launches her first book, Better than Jewels, a weekly devotional
published by OMF Literature.
7-Eleven Philippines’ hugely popular Run Series will once
again take over Skyway and Filinvest City on February 5, 2017
Why Join
the 7-Eleven Run Series
It’s a day of fitness, family, freebies and all out fun
Run 2017 promises to be the biggest and most exciting of
the series yet!
Three winners in each category will be announced on the
race day and will receive cash prizes and medals
The top three Filipino males and females in the 42KM and
21KM categories will be sponsored by 7-Eleven Philippines to compete in an
international marathon in Asia, all expenses paid
