What a feat it is to breastfeed my daughter for two years now! My decision to continue is not solely based on convenience (because trust me, it can get inconvenient for me too as a working mom), but more on the continuous benefits it provides my growing toddler.
I’ve heard one too many times that my breast milk is not as nutritious as it used to be. Is there truth in this? Let me walk you through.
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While parents of littles fret about logistics, the number of attractions they can visit in a day, and tired toddlers throwing those dreaded tantrums, parents of older kids have a different set of challenges they have to navigate when going on a trip with their children: choosing activities everyone will be into, catering to strong preferences, and making sure that no one ends up being stuck on their phones and doing their own thing all throughout.
While we can always find something interesting to do in every single destination on the planet, the key to creating a memorable vacation with your older kids is to keep their interests and personalities in mind.
Here are a few ideas to keep in mind for your next trip with your older kids – whether still studying, already working, or with families of their own!
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“Okay na po kami sa isa.”
This is how we usually respond when we’re asked, “When are you having another one?” or when a family member or friend says, “Oh, 8 years old na, boy naman!” I know these comments come from a place of care, and they mean no harm. But honestly, I always wonder—what’s wrong with having an only child?
I can’t say for sure that we’re “one and done.” After all, it’s always God’s will not ours. If we’re blessed with another child, we’d be very excited and we’ll love the baby just the same. But if that doesn’t happen, we’re just as happy and content with our little Monica.
In the Philippines, raising an only child comes with a lot of myths and misconceptions. Here are the realities that come with our choice.
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You wake up one morning checking out stories after stories of family, friends, and co-workers featuring their new bag charm. You went from asking, “What exactly is that?” to exclaiming, “Oh, there’s another Labubu!” in such a short span of time.
Labubu is an elf character which is part of The Monsters story series created by illustrator Kasing Lung back in 2015. It has recently invaded the global market, including that of the Philippines, due to local and foreign celebrity influence. However, it’s not a secret that every Labubu piece comes with a hefty price tag. What makes Filipino consumers buy one amidst the rising cost of household essentials, and what makes them want to add more to their collection?
Here’s a surprising revelation.
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