The 24-Hour Mommy

Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp: Vote for the last 2 finalists

2012-05-29T18:52:00.000+08:00

The Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp I wrote about a month ago has already found 10 super cute and talented finalists. Who will be the last 2 kids to complete Promil Pre-School’s i-Shine Talent Camp Top 12? You can vote for your favorite! Watch the impressive videos of the remaining 20 hopefuls and choose and cast your votes from May 28 to June 3, 2012. Only 1 vote per day is allowed. Read more after the jump »

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Philippine Science High School SY 2013-2014 entrance exams schedule

2012-05-28T23:34:00.004+08:00

My boy is planning to take the Philippine Science High School National Competitive Examination (NCE) on September 29, 2012. If he passes, he will be officially admitted to Philippine Science High School. It's one of my dreams for him, actually, and we really hope that he passes the test. Republic Act 3661 established the Philippine Science High School. It offers free scholarship privileges to deserving students who will be prepared for careers in science and technology. Rap's...

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I'm playing The Sims™ FreePlay

2012-05-27T21:53:00.000+08:00

I think you all know by now that I'm into gaming. I play Facebook games and I also have downloaded games in my Android and iOS devices. There are also a few games on the PS3 that I play with my boy. In my line of work where information overload is typical, my games help me unload and relax my brain in between tasks. The latest game I'm playing on the iPad is The Sims™ FreePlay. Read more after the jump »

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Mommy Bloggers Say: On pregnancy, tantrums, and other concerns

2012-05-26T20:27:00.000+08:00

Here's another round-up of interesting posts from my favorite mommy bloggers. Levy of Living a Mom's Life to the Fullest wrote about Asperger Syndrome. I know that there are still many people who are not familiar with the condition like how I was before I read Levy's post. It's a form of autism but people with Asperger usually have above average intelligence which makes the condition all the more special. People with Asperger have difficulties in three areas, namely: social...

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Lander Family-Sized Personal Care Products

2012-05-23T13:41:00.000+08:00

A contest and a giveaway awaits you at the end of this post! I don't know about you, but I'm fond of buying products either in bulk or in big bottles. It's more economical and environmental-friendly because it uses less packaging materials. Most importantly, I get to share it with my family. Lander, a US-heritage brand, believes in the value of sharing and family togetherness. For this reason, the company is introducing family-sized personal care products that the...

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Back to School Promo with SM Accessories!

2012-05-18T23:22:00.001+08:00

There's nothing more exciting in a student's life than going back to school, basking in the feeling of anticipation for the first day of classes. And SM Accessories, the ultimate Back to School destination for school needs, is going to celebrate the first day with a bang! Read more after the jump »

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Circumcision: Preparing your boy and yourself for the big day

2012-05-16T20:44:00.000+08:00

My boy is scheduled for circumcision this weekend. As the big day comes near, his nervousness increases. At the same time, I also see a hint of excitement on his part. Circumcision is a rite of passage, at least in our Filipino culture. He will officially be a binata after the surgery. I have performed circumcision before as part of medical mission in college. It's fairly a simple surgical procedure and most boys are back to their naughty active selves in two or three days. Still,...

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Energen for a hearty, healthier breakfast

2012-05-13T20:47:00.000+08:00

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I always make sure that we have a hearty and healthy meal. But oftentimes, especially on school days, the school service arrives and my boy has only eaten a few spoonfuls of his fried rice. His next meal would be during recess time and he usually only eats cookies which will sustain him until lunch time. He may look healthy but he's surely missing out on important nutrients that's supposed to give him energy in school. I recently...

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Thank You, Mom!

2012-05-12T21:21:00.000+08:00

Have you seen the latest P&G ad on TV showcasing moms of athletes in the London 2012 Olympic Games? It never fails to bring tears to my eyes and I get so emotional every time I see it on TV. For those of you who haven't seen it yet, here's a video of the TV ad I'm talking about: Motherhood is the hardest job in the world. We work so hard and sacrifice so much for the family. But I'm not complaining because it's the most rewarding job as well! Without the...

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Toilets at The Mind Museum

2012-05-11T17:56:00.000+08:00

This is just a quick post because I am still mobile. I just can't resist to share with you this silly photo of my boy reaching inside a toilet bowl which was on exhibit at The Mind Museum in Taguig. Read more after the jump »

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Carpet cleaning and Kawasaki Disease

2012-05-10T11:01:00.000+08:00

In 2004, just a month shy of his 4th birthday, Rap was diagnosed with Kawasaki Disease. He had measles-like symptoms and had been running a fever for 11 days already before his doctor confirmed the diagnosis. His eyes, lips and mouth were blood red and the skin on his fingers were purplish-blue and peeling. Just like measles, he had rashes, but they were confined to his chest, belly and groin. A day before he was confined, he had trouble walking and didn't want to step on the floor...

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Mommy Bloggers Say: Developing fine motor skills and the love for reading and protection from typhoid fever and online bad guys

2012-05-09T17:36:00.000+08:00

This is a round-up of posts from some of my favorite Filipino mommy blogs. I will be doing this weekly so you can be sure to be updated on what mommy bloggers say. On 10 Smart Parenting Tips on Encouraging Your Kids to Love Reading Books, Pehpot not only shared her tips but also featured their mini-library at home. Having a print-rich environment at home indeed develops love for reading. Meanwhile, Levy shared ways on improving your child's fine motor skills. Most of the...

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Our vacation in Puerto Galera

2012-05-08T12:37:00.000+08:00

I'm back from a short vacay in Puerto Galera. We were there with my husband's family as we celebrated my mom-in-law's 60th birthday. It was also a triple celebration of sorts because May is also the birth month of my brother-in-law and of Ralph's. We were all first-timers and, I must say, I have seen better beaches. Since I also have a travel blog, this will just be a quick travelogue of sorts. To reach Puerto Galera, one will have to ride the ferry boats from Batangas...

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An S-hook for a bag hook

2012-05-07T23:25:00.000+08:00

I am carrying a small S-hook in my bag everyday. Interestingly, I found this hook in the sand during our short vacation at Bataan White Corals last Holy Week. It doesn't look like it's used for fishing so I was really surprised to see it lying on the sand but I still kept it because I found it to be useful. Read more after the jump »

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Kuya na si Bunso, a children's book by Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan

2012-05-05T19:41:00.000+08:00

Rap is an only child. If ever I'll be pregnant again, I know he'll be more than happy to be a true blue Kuya. But he also had his bout with jealousy and insecurity when his cousin was born. He's the first apo in my family and was the center of his grandparents' attention for five years before my brother's son was born. Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan's son, Benjamin, also went through the stage of jealousy when their baby daughter, Solana, was born. Benjamin was the...

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Taking care of your child's online reputation

2012-05-04T16:39:00.000+08:00

My tween is tech savvy just like any other kid his age. He has a Facebook account, email addresses for both Yahoo and Google, and Twitter, Instagram, Foursquare and 9Gag accounts. Before he got to register all of these accounts, we already have an agreement that I will need to have access to these accounts. I felt that I needed to do that to protect his online reputation. Teens nowadays are not like how we were when we were younger. They now have access to the Internet which makes them easy...

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Moms' $500 Paypal Cash Giveaway

2012-05-01T12:02:00.000+08:00

I am a mom, and together with 49 other blogs mostly authored by mom bloggers, we're giving everyone a chance to win a total prize of $500. For us MOMS, this is our way of giving back. Below are the blogs of the fabulous moms who've teamed with me for this grand giveaway. Feel free to visit their blogs for other giveaways and deals, parenting insights or just drop by and say Hello. My Tots Exactly| Fabulicious Diva | Pinay Mommy Online | Proud Mommy of Three | WAHMaholic |...

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Photo a Day on Instagram

2012-04-30T22:13:00.000+08:00

I've been using Instagram (Instagr.am) from months now. For those who are not familiar with the application, Instagram is photo editing and sharing application both for iOS and Android devices. It makes taking photos so much fun because you can apply filters and share it with your friends over at Facebook, Twitter, or Tumblr. It's free so download it if you have an iPhone, iPod Touch, or Android device. What has made "Instagraming" more enjoyable are the photo challenges...

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Thanks to mom forums

2012-04-29T15:15:00.002+08:00

I really had no one to exchange ideas with during my first years of motherhood. Ok, let me rephrase it. Other than my husband, I had no one who's physically there. My mom's house is in city while we lived in the suburbs which is 2 hours away. Besides, her parenting style was so traditional and different from the way I wanted mine to be. My friends weren't of much help either. We were all first-time moms who are busy with our day jobs and chores that we weren't able to find...

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Expo Mom 2012: The Best of Modern Motherhood

2012-04-28T23:25:00.001+08:00

What type of mom are you? Are you a Breastfeeding mom or a Babywearing mom? Probably, you're a Tech Mom or a Mompreneur. Are you preggers and Belly Blessed or a Fit Mom who squeezes in some yoga time into your busy schedule. Me? I'm a Hands-on mom who works at home so I can be there for my boy 24/7. This year's Expo Mom celebrates the many faces of motherhood by featuring the latest products and services that would suit their needs. Expo Mom 2012: The Best of Modern...

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The Little Chefs of One Hyundai Club Life in Style

2012-04-25T23:37:00.000+08:00

I selected this post to be featured on Top Mommy Blogs. Please visit the site and vote for my blog! The boys and I recently attended One Hyundai Club Life in Style's Little Chef event at the Center for Culinary Arts in Katipunan Avenue. Together with other moms and dads, Rap and the other kids learned how to cook sumptuous, yet simple, kid-favorite dishes from no less than celebrity chef, Chef Rosebud Benitez, and Chef Michael Bautista of Ideal Pasta. Read more after the jump »

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Beginnings Baby, the first all-white newborn baby apparel

2012-04-24T07:34:00.000+08:00

My mom would tell us that, when we were still babies, our clothes would always be white especially for house clothes. She says they're not only inexpensive but presko as well. White is also synonymous to purity and innocence which is why it's perfect for babies. I bet most moms would agree and if you're one of them, then Beginnings Baby is the brand for your baby. Read more after the jump »

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Enchanted weekend with the family

2012-04-23T11:00:00.000+08:00

I just had a fun weekend with the family at Enchanted Kingdom yesterday. It was my husband's company outing but we tagged along my husband's niece, Megan, and my sister with baby Tiki. My brothers commuted and arrived by lunchtime.Read more after the jump »

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Smart Parenting April Issue: All-out family fun in the sun

2012-04-22T11:50:00.000+08:00

Who doesn't love summer? Even after all the heat and sweat, summer is still the best time to do fun activities with the family. Don't forget to grab a copy of Smart Parenting magazine's April issue because it covers all you need to do and go to this summer with the family. Why not hit the beach with the family? Smart Parenting's April issue lists down the top 10 local beach spots for you to choose from. You will also learn ways on teaching your kids how to swim and...

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Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp

2012-04-21T05:33:00.000+08:00

Promil Pre-School is once again nurturing kids' talents through the Promil Pre-schol i-Shine Talent Camp workshops. The free talent workshops and activities are organized with the help of Star Magic experts and it will be held this April 21 to 22 at the SM North EDSA Skydome. The activity is open to kids 3 to 7 years old. Read more after the jump »

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