Teaching money matters to children is not a common practice for parents in the Philippines. Many of us grew up thinking that money matters are something that only Daddy and Mommy should mind. But if you’ll think about it, financial management is a personal skill that every person should possess. The time will come when…
Author: Gwen Llana-Serrano
The Author is an excited newbie in the wonderful realms of wifeyhood and motherhood. She is a millennial working mom continuously honing her skills in Marketing Communications. The articles on this blog are precious products crafted during the Author’s introverting moments while travelling to work, waiting in the grocery store queue, doing the laundry or putting the baby to sleep. This lighthearted phlegmatic author is a self-confessed fangirl of God's amazing works.
8 things we love about REP’s Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale
One of the items on my mommy bucket list was to watch a theater play with my husband and daughter. When I was still single, I used to watch musicals with my parents and siblings. Since we all love music, watching plays was a great family bonding for us. Now that I have a family…
No need to filter motherhood: #NaturallyBeautifulMOMents by Johnson’s and Millennial Moms
I honestly feel bad about being in a generation that curates stunning Instagram feeds, edits photos with different filters and plans social media posts. Don’t get me wrong, I’m guilty of all of the above! Hello fellow millennials! 🙂 There’s nothing wrong with wanting to have awesome pictures with cool captions to share to the…
Ways to Increase Your Family’s Income
Like other young couples, my husband and I have many dreams for our little family. We dream of buying that dream house and saving for our daughter’s education. We hope to set up a business of our own, travel more often, build a stable reserve fund, and eventually save for retirement. While dreaming of these…
KinderCare Ultra-safe Baby Wipes: Wipes with Absolutely Zero Harmful Chemicals
Honestly, all baby wipes looked the same to me. Being a first-time mom, I must admit that I bought any baby wipes brand that was conveniently available in the nearby store, and I got whatever was the cheapest among the available baby wipes brands. Why would I care too much about baby wipes when I…
Learning about Dental Care for Kids at Tooth Princess Dental Clinic
My latest struggle with our one-year-old was toothbrush time. 😊 Yes, we always fought when I needed to brush her teeth. She cried, ran, and did everything to escape Mommy and the dreaded toothbrush! I tried different strategies — pretending the toothbrush was an airplane trying to get inside her mouth or saying that the…
Diapers for a cause at Baby Company’s Diaper Deals Drive
Who would’ve thought that stocking up on diapers for your little one can help other children in need? Thanks to Baby Company’s Diapers Deals Drive, moms and dads can take part in a donation drive that aims to give diapers to babies in need. For the whole month of September 2018, Baby Company’s #DiaperDealsDrive gives…
Why Hotel Kimberly Tagaytay is perfect for families with little children
Many things change when you already have a child. That includes your choice of anniversary celebration! 😊 My husband and I celebrated our 3rd wedding anniversary last September 5. Instead of watching the sunset together in a romantic cruise or doing one of those exciting backpacker trips as a couple, my husband and I celebrated…
What you can do for your child’s brain development during pregnancy
Posting this article written by nutritionist Mary Jude Icasiano for my future reference (in case God grants us Baby # 2 someday) and as guide to my friends and blog readers who are expecting a bundle of joy 🙂 Happy pregnancy, mommies! As an expectant mom, you want the best for your baby. That is…
Early Christmas Shopping at Toys “R” Us’ X Mastercard Flash Sale
From September 3 to 5, 2018, Mastercard will celebrate Christmas three months early through a tie-up with giant toy retailer Toys “R” Us for the biggest Flash Sale in town. The giant toy retailer’s exclusive promo is open to all active consumer credit, debit, and prepaid Mastercard holders at its Robinsons Galleria branch so mark…
Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale by Repertory Philippines
Watching a theatrical performance with my daughter is one item on my mommy bucket list. That’s why I’m excited to watch Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale, a play by REP’s Theater for Young Audiences. It will run from September 15, 2018 to January 27, 2019 at the OnStage Theater, Greenbelt 1, Makati City. Based on the story, music, and lyrics by Janet Yates…
#Babymarathon and exclusive product offers from Pampers and Lazada
Southeast Asia’s biggest e-commerce portal Lazada and the world’s top selling diaper brand Pampers, are joining hands to produce the first-ever virtual #babymarathon and give exclusive product offers to shoppers on Super Brand Day on August 29, 2018. Be Part of the Record-Breaking #babymarathon The 42-minute #babymarathon video montage, which will be aired on August…
Snail Mucus Mask from Korean Brand ‘Cool Collection’ + Giveaway
Believe it or not, my husband and I used to have regular “facial treatment” sessions when we were still dating. Of course, we had the luxury to do that when we weren’t thinking about buying diapers or saving for tuition fees yet. 🙂 Three years into marriage, my husband and I can no longer afford…
Focus on TODAY – Blocks of Wisdom for Marriage
Hello August! 😊 This month reminds me of the very wholesome bridal shower my beautiful sisters-in-law organized for me three years ago. The guests wrote on a block a word of wisdom they wanted me to bring in the new chapter of my life — married life. Back then, I didn’t really take these colorful…
PUR Philippines Grand Launch + Product Giveaway
PUR, a baby brand from Thailand, is now in the Philippines! My daughter Tash and I were happy to be part of its official launch last Sunday. 33-year-old Baby Brand Since it was my first time to hear about the baby brand, I was surprised to know that PUR is actually one year older than…
Survival Tips for Traveling WITHOUT Your Little One
Traveling when you’re already a mom isn’t easy. In the last five months, my work had required me to be on two out-of-the-country business trips — one week in Sydney and 3 days in Singapore. My younger and single self would’ve rejoiced at the thought of work-related travels. But now that I’m a mother, things…
Millennial Moms PH’s Mompowerment Talk at ExpoMom North 2018
I thought motherhood would end my adventures and learning opportunities. I realized that my life as a parent is actually more exciting and fulfilling than it was when I was a carefree single lady. 😊 Blessed to have the opportunity to speak about my mom experiences with these beautiful moms. Thank you to Millennial Moms…
4 things I learned from being a helper-less working mom
I’ll share with you my secret frustration these days. It’s my failure to get a household help, a nanny, a yaya. Finding a helper is a constant item in my weekly to-do list that I can never check. It’s a task that neither my online searching nor my husband’s exceptional networking skills can achieve. Having…
Money-saving Tips for New Parents
Until now, I can’t imagine how my husband and I have managed to get by financially since our daughter was born. As first-time parents, our patience and strategic thinking have been put to test by the overwhelming financial demands of having a baby. From C-section delivery to baby essentials to immunization, expenses seem endless, but…
Dicasalarin Cove: Coz Baler is not just for the Surfer
When people say Baler, the first thing that comes to mind is surfing. So being the non-surfer and “not so sporty” person that I am, I wasn’t that excited when my husband told me that we’re going on a Baler trip with his officemates. Aside from the fact that I’ve been to Baler before, I…
Tips for traveling when pregnant
I was 3 months pregnant when my family had this Singapore-Malaysia vacation. I was blessed to have a healthy pregnancy two years ago. I’m thankful that pregnancy didn’t hinder me from working as well as doing the things I love. Are you pregnant but must travel? 🙂 Below are some of the things I did…
Father’s Day Celebration Ideas
Though some of them might be allergic to cleaning baby’s poop, Dads will always have a special spot in the hearts of children. It’s amazing how they can smoothly turn from being a serious working dad to a funny Sesame Street-sounding creature who can tickle (sometimes literally) the little one’s fancy. It’s heartwarming how, despite…
Birthday Giveaway
Before my birthday month ends, I would like to share with one blooming parent these useful baby products. 1. Just like Blissful Blooming’s Instagram page. 2. Type “Joined” at the comment section of this blog post. The blooming winner will be announced on May 31, 2018. Birthday Giveaway Winner
Sharing the meatier and cheesier McSpaghetti meal with my family
Eating spaghetti brings happy memories to me. Well, that’s obviously because as a 90s kid, I grew up in a generation whose kiddie birthday parties were never complete without a spaghetti (plus hotdog with mallows on a stick). So it’s amazing how a simple plate of spaghetti can trigger so much joyful nostalgia. Now that…
The Work-at-Home Perks of the Yaya-less Working Momma
When you’re a mom working in the corporate world but you’ve got no household help or yaya (and best Grandma ever is on “vacation leave”), you get to experience being a working mom, stay at home mom, work at home, mompreneur status all at the same time. I thank God that my work is super…
My Mom Mentor
I love this throwback photo of me and my Mom. Back then, people couldn’t imagine me as a mother. 😂 I was quite the opposite of my mom. While she was athletic (yes, she can dive and is good at sports), brave, street smart and decisive, I was so frail and useless in the house…
Sending gifts for Moms made easier by Western Union
Western Union offers services that connect children and moms all over the globe. Whether your mom is in the province or based in another country, you can conveniently send a special gift to her in three easy ways…
