One of the great things in living in Singapore is its proximity to neighbouring countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. So if you are living in Singapore, you are just several minutes away from Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Surprisingly, this proximity hasn't been taken to full advantage by people residing in Singapore. I have been to Johor Bahru approximately 5x. In my recent trip to Johor with my family, I got better acquainted with the place after a local gave us some recommendations of things to do … [Read more...]
UNIQUE CUSTOMIZED GIFTS FOR BABY SHOWER
I have been attending lots of baby shower lately. I love attending baby showers and seeing the excited faces of parents as they wait for their new member of the family. I enjoy the baby shower games and sharing some of my experiences as a mom of three. I love choosing gifts for baby showers. I am happy to say the parents love the gifts they would received for their baby. Sometimes, the most special and well-appreciated gifts for baby shower are the ones unique and customized by you. The … [Read more...]
DEPRESSION & THE DIFFERENT SHADES OF MELANCHOLY OF LIVING ABROAD
Last month, we heard devastating news of famous successful rich people passing away. Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, beloved & admired, committed suicide due to that evil monster called depression. There are more people suffering from it that we don't know, just silently suffering. Statistics shows that there are 300 million people around the world have depression, according to the World Health Organization. from www.cnn.com from: www.vogue.co.uk Some people who never experienced … [Read more...]
CYNBOLIC NAIL BAR: A WORTH-IT NAIL-PAMPERING DESTINATION TO JOHOR BAHRU
One of the great things in living in Singapore is its proximity to neighbouring countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. You can go on a quick visit to these countries as easy as 1-2-3. Early this month, my family planned a trip to Johor Bahru, Malaysia for a little relaxing get-away - a pampering treat for me, a fun day at an indoor playground for the kids and a chill day of no work for hubby. After giving birth, I always look forward for a pampering treat like a manicure & pedicure or hair … [Read more...]
CONFINEMENT FOOD SERVICE FOR POSTPARTUM MOMMIES BY NATAL ESSENTIALS
When I was into the 6th to 7th month of my pregnancy, most of my local friends and colleagues here in Singapore would ask if I have engaged a confinement nanny or someone to take care of my meals during confinement. As a Filipino, this was not practiced in our country but being introduced to this idea of confinement period in Singapore made me curious about this postpartum practice. Confinement Period starts after a woman has given birth. There are a lot of physical changes in a woman’s body … [Read more...]
10 RECOMMENDED ITEMS FOR NEW MOMS THAT ARE WORTH BUYING
I was one of those new moms who feels overwhelmed with all the stuff I need to buy once baby arrives. There are so much products in the market that you get confused what to buy for baby as well as you as a new mom. I am guilty for accumulating items in the house that I though I would need or baby would need but it end up neglected and never been used. So now, being a mom of three, I can share with you 10 Recommended Items for New Moms That Are Worth Buying. I have been using these items with my … [Read more...]