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Last August, IKEA Philippines engaged with Better World Smokey Mountain, a newly opened community center operated by the San Miguel Foundation, which shares a similar goal of improving the lives of many Filipino people. Through this partnership, IKEA Philippines provided and assembled home furnishings for the classrooms and library of Better World Smokey Mountain community… Continue reading Help Create a Better World with IKEA Soft Toys

Lifestyle

NutriAsia, the country’s top producer of condiments and sauces, continues its support of Refill Revolution; a project by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources EMB 3 that aims to help reduce Filipinos’ single-use plastics consumption. At Refill Revolution, residents get to recycle their single-use plastic bottles by reusing and filling it with their choice… Continue reading NutriAsia and DENR renews partnership for Refill Revolution

Lifestyle

Stories

Helping Children Feel Safer About Doctor VisitsA trip to the doctor can feel overwhelming for a child. Unfamiliar rooms, bright lights, medical equipment and the possibility of an injection may trigger…
Family-friendly restaurants to try in Metro ManilaEating out with children in Metro Manila can be an enjoyable part of a family holiday, especially when the restaurant offers familiar food, comfortable seating…
How to Make a Baby Memory Book Without Scrapbooking SkillsA baby memory book is a place to collect the small details that disappear quickly: the name you nearly chose, the song that settled your newborn, the first…
Using Positive Language to Redirect a Child’s BehaviourChildren test limits as they learn how to manage big feelings, solve problems and live alongside other people. A toddler who throws a cup, a preschooler who…
Helping Your Toddler Feel Comfortable Wearing a MaskA toddler who pulls off a face mask, cries when it comes near their face, or refuses to leave the house wearing one is showing a very common developmental…
Simple Steps to Help Your Child Blow Their NoseTeaching your child how to blow their nose can make colds, hay fever and everyday sniffles much easier to manage. The skill sounds simple to an adult, yet…
Helping your child make friends at a new school or playgroupMoving to a new suburb or starting kindy can feel overwhelming for little ones, and friendships often sit at the heart of how quickly kids settle into a fresh…
Soothing tiny tummies: best baby bottles for colicky newbornsFew things rattle a new parent faster than the sound of a baby who just will not settle. Colic, often defined as three or more hours of crying on at least…
Creating a visual schedule to help your toddler understand routinesToddlers thrive on predictability. When the day arrives in a familiar shape, meltdowns shrink, cooperation grows, and the small battles over brushing teeth or…
When Your Child Favours One Parent Over the OtherWatching your toddler sprint past you and into your partner's arms can sting, especially after a long stretch of nappy changes and broken sleep. Almost every…
Events · Food · Lifestyle

Mercato Centrale, in collaboration with Indian Women in Enterprise Philippines (I-We), is set to host "The Great Indian Fiesta" to mark 75 years of friendship between India and the Philippines. The dynamic two-day event is scheduled to take place on September 30 to October 1, 2023, at Paseo De Roxas Street, Makati City. Aiming to… Continue reading Mercato Centrale Partners with I-We to Host ‘The Great Indian Fiesta’, Commemorating 75 Years of India-Philippines Friendship

Food

My stomach would usually start growling at 10 am even after taking a big breakfast. This is probably because I am a morning person and I move a lot throughout the day hence snacking is something that I can't avoid. This potatoes and chicken wrap recipe is easy to prepare and would keep me full… Continue reading Potato and Chicken Wrap

Product Review

Your baby’s skin is more delicate than most, this is why you have to choose products that are designed for sensitive skin. Tiny Buds is a pioneer in integrating natural ingredients into baby care and today has over 50 innovative natural baby care essentials and is one of the Top Baby Personal Care brands. Here… Continue reading Product Review: Tiny Buds Baby Naturals Baby Essentials

Motherhood

Where your child goes to school is a big decision and shouldn’t be taken lightly. Given how their education can impact their future, you might be tempted to take control and decide for them. However, you might be doing more damage than helping them in the long run. Your job as parents is to support… Continue reading HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD

Motherhood

As poet and philosopher Rumi once eloquently said, “raise your words, not your voice. It is rain that grows flowers, not thunder.” Parenting is a challenging journey, and the truth is that nobody has everything figured out. One parenting style might suit others best, and some might favor other methods. However, children respond better to… Continue reading A SIMPLE GUIDE TO GENTLE PARENTING

Motherhood

Whether you’re a new mom to be, mom of a toddler, mom who have school-aged kids, you’re bound to have so many questions. Let's start with your baby's skin. Infant skin has unique needs; gentle care is essential to prevent damage to the skin barrier, which can lead to irritation. When caring for infant skin,… Continue reading Keeping Baby’s Diapered Skin Healthy

Motherhood

As parents, we want to give our child the best possible start in life and that begins with nurturing their intelligence. Throughout history, the notion of success has been linked to academic intelligence. However, there has been an increased awareness on the importance of emotional intelligence. This question gets at the heart of the never-ending… Continue reading IQ or EQ, which one is a better predictor of your child’s success?