How to Heal Generational Trauma, According to Disney Films

September 6, 2024 / Posted by in Raising Parents

As a millennial who grew up watching Disney films as a feel-good treat and family bonding experience, I now have the privilege of revisiting these stories while introducing my child to their live action remakes. I must say that I appreciate them even more now as a mom because they are surely beyond catchy songs and loveable characters: they subtly teach their audience about healing generational trauma.

Old and new Disney films help me in my strong desire to prevent generational trauma from becoming part of my parenting style and family narrative. In this article, I share with you the lessons I learned and relearned from them.

How to Heal Generational Trauma, According to Disney Films

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From Screen to Merch: These Items Bring Blippi, Ms. Rachel, and Bluey to Life!

September 4, 2024 / Posted by in News and Trends

You allow your child some screen time because of at least three reasons: Blippi, Ms. Rachel, and Bluey! Your kids feel close to them because of all the fun and learning they get with every video or episode. If only they can pull their favorite characters out of the screen, they’d do it!

But wait. They can! With licensed character items from Blippi, Ms. Rachel, and Bluey, your kids will feel closer to them than ever! From toys to apparel, the range of items are not just visually appealing; they also add meaning to your kids’ daily routine!

Here are some merch you should check out:

From Screen to Merch: These Items Bring Blippi, Ms. Rachel, and Bluey to Life!

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Merry Without the Mess: Top Tips for a Tipid Pasko

September 2, 2024 / Posted by in Family Life

Let’s face it: the -ber months in the Philippines come with a hefty price tag. September signals the beginning of shopping for gifts, scheduling parties and reunions, and booking holiday getaways. While the festive season is definitely a time to go all out with the “I deserve this” excuse, know that you don’t have to work your finger to the bone just to fund the most expensive season of all.

How do you keep money in your pocket and not start the new year emptyhanded? Here are five unconventional tips for you this season:

Merry Without the Mess: Top Tips for a Tipid Pasko

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Things They Said to Never Do as a New Mom—That I Did Anyway

August 29, 2024 / Posted by in Motherhood

I get that it’s good to listen to motherhood lore and age-old advice from our elders. Essentially, we can supercharge our child’s development through their ideas and practices, but are we intentionally doing them or just doing them for the sake of approval? If so, it’s high time to reassess these “honest bits of wisdom.” 

Being a first-time mom is a true feat for every woman, especially that birthing a baby is a truly enduring experience. But being self-oriented, sometimes, is the best way to brave parenting. Here are five things they said to never do as a first time mom that I did anyway!

Things They Said to Never Do as a New Mom—That I Did Anyway

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