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2016-05-30My family's been wanting to go to Batanes. Would like to check out the famous Honesty Coffee Shop there, too. Any suggestion on when is the right month to visit as well as kid-friendly hotels to stay in?
2016-05-30Mommies, what are the cute and funny words that your little ones mispronounce? Whenever my cousin cooks his fave Pinoy sinigang dish, my nephew always say ginigang ginigang!
2016-05-30Do you know where I can purchase sepak takraw ball in Makati? I want to buy one to give as a gift for my nephew who plays this Pinoy sport.
2016-05-30Is it true that Jollibee mascot's can't be hired if the venue is outside their restaurants?
2016-05-30Can you give me an idea on how much do you pay your yayas? Manila rate please.
2016-05-30Does anyone know of any credible personal tutors in Manila? Specifically grade school math?
2016-05-30I'm looking to buy a gift for my 8-year-old cousin. From what stores in Manila can I buy cool clothes for kids (around his age) without spending TOO much?
2016-05-30Do you know any stores in Metro Manila which sell ethnic handwoven products for moms and babies--like, diaper bags or baby carriers?
2016-05-30Are there any local Pinoy storybooks that teach kids to love their native language? How about books that teach them to appreciate Philippine history? Thanks!
2016-05-30How do you tell your mom-in-law that you're not a believer and follower of superstitions as regards parenting?
2016-05-30Working moms, what efforts do you do to gain your child's affection when he or she is closer to the yaya?
2016-05-31Could you please give me titles of Pinoy bedtime stories that are both entertaining and educational? Thanks!
2016-05-31Can allergies manifest too early on babies? The extreme Philippine summer heat and sudden rain gave my baby colds. I experience the same and I'm thinking that it might be an allergy rather than viral.
2016-05-31Is it safe for 1-year-olds to eat tiny pieces of bibingka?
2016-05-31Which fruit juices found in supermarkets in Manila can be best given to my toddler? Those with less preservatives perhaps?
2016-05-31Can someone share me the easiest way to make 'arnibal'? I always burn the sugar and end up quitting.
2016-05-31How can make the traditional banana cue more appetizing to kids? :)
2016-05-31I was born and mostly raised in the US, my wife was raised here in Manila. We're worried our children will favor one culture more than the other. How do we balance their respect for both? Can anyone relate to this problem?
2016-05-31Any good alternative to uling (coal) I can use to cook my inihaw na bangus tonight?
2016-06-01What are some good extracurriculars for Filipino kids to get into?
2016-06-01Any suggestions for good Filipino children's book to read to kids?
2016-06-01Dads, how much is the entrance fee at Skinny MIke's in BGC for the NBA 2016 Finals showing?
2016-06-01Do you have any idea if Globe still has NBA Php50 promo good for 24 hr access?
2016-06-01Are there any good places to go to watch NFL games here in the Philippines? I live in Manila and want to find a good place to go before the season starts!
2016-06-01What are the most famous filipino movies for children? They can be of any generation.
2016-06-01Which "pamahiins" have you tried on you & your little ones that actually worked? I know they say they are old wives' tale but they wouldn't be created and lasted for a long time if not one of them are effective, right?
2016-06-01Do you think our Pinoy children suffers from inferiority complex when encountering foreign students in their class? If yes, how do we help them cope and embrace their nationality instead of adopting that of other's?
2016-06-01What is your biggest frustration as a parent living in Manila?
2016-06-01What parenting habits or values can be categorized as distinctly Pinoy?
2016-06-01What do you think of yayas wearing scrub suits?
2016-06-01Which is better, a co-ed or exclusive school for those entering grade 1?
2016-06-01What's the best alternative to chemical based anti-mosquito lotions for toddlers? Any good brands? DIY solutions don't work out for me since they easily spoil and they are hard to prepare.
2016-06-01If my sister feed directly on a malunggay (i can't find the right terms haha) like nilaga, than have it mixed in an ulam - will it give her a better milk boost?
2016-06-01How do we keep the romance alive at home even with two preschoolers around?
2016-06-01Soon, my son will turn 1. Which fast-food chain do you think offers the best birthday party package and execution? Jollibee, McDonald's or Shakey's?
2016-06-01What is the best toothpaste for a 2-year old? My son tends to swallow his toothpaste that's why im quite reluctant to let him use regular kids toothpaste.
2016-06-01Where can I buy here in Manila some authentic silvanas like those served in Dumaguete? The one served in Sans Rival restaurant. Or if there's none, can you suggest a restaurant serving delicious silvanas?
2016-06-01Is it true that when your child has recurring cough and colds he/she has "pilay"?
2016-06-01How do you efficiently budget your monthly family income? How do you know the right amount to allot for each of your expenses? any suggestion would be a great help! :)
2016-06-01We'll be having our last summer trip this weekend at Cebu. What do you usually put in your neccessities bag on occasions like this? especially with the kind of weather and environment we are in.
2016-06-01Given the culture we Pinoys have, would you rather be the strict kind of mom or buddy-buddy type to your kids?
2016-06-02I'm thinking of putting plants inside the house. What indoor plants native to the Philippines would you recommend?
2016-06-02Do you think putting up a sari-sari store is a good business venture? What are the advantages and disadvantages of sari-sari store?
2016-06-02Where can I buy unique but cheap raincoats and rainboots for kids in the Mandaluyong area? Thanks!
2016-06-02Do you know any TV shows that teach Filipino values and stories? :)
2016-06-02What Pinoy games aside from Patintero can I teach my niece and nephew that are fun enough to pry them away from their iPads? LOL
2016-06-02What are some of the most easily accessible and family-friendly resorts in Bolinao, Pangasinan? Thanks!
2016-06-02My 8-m.o baby now eats lots of rice with munggo. Is this normal for her age?
2016-06-02Do you believe in certain Filipino folklores relating to giving birth? I.e. "suob", "hilot", "binat"
2016-06-02hi mommies! please recommend good, effective and safe products for toddlers for scars (mosquitoes bite marks) thanks in advance.
2016-06-02Do you think it's okay to have your children vaccinated at health center? Is it convenient? Are the shots there the same quality as those available in private clinics?
2016-06-02Kids often look up to TV personalities and actors. Of the famous stars in the Philippines, who can my kids look up to as role models?
2016-06-02What extra efforts does a dad can do to be closer to his two little girls?
2016-06-02Sometimes, my youngest (2yrs old) cries without a single hint of what she wants. Ofcourse, we try to soothe her by offering her food, juice, cuddles, tv time, toys and what have you. She easily gets bored and is quite possesive. She often quarels with her ate (4yrs old) as well because she has this habbit of snatching things from here without permission. How do you decifer your 2 year old's reason for throwing a tantrum? She talks and isn't "bulol" or baby talking but when she cries, she doesn't want to say anything for us to understand her.
2016-06-02What’s the best salon for moms in Makati?
2016-06-02We have the Ergo 360 and our baby prefers the forward-facing position. I find that her legs are really spread out widely though (as opposed to when she's facing me and her thighs are sort of hugging my middle). Is it okay for her to be front-facing for long periods of time?
2016-06-02I have an Instax Mini and love using it for taking photos of my baby girl and our travels! Where's the cheapest place to get Instax Mini film?
2016-06-02I have a friend who's about to be wed this June. Can you suggest any unique gifts that are very Filipino and have significant meanings for newly weds?
2016-06-02My son never sleeps on his own. He's 5 months old and likes me to do the "hele" always. But he's getting bigger and heavier. How can I make him fall asleep without it? (We don't use bottles and sometimes, direct latch doesnt make him fall asleep)
2016-06-02My mom told be about putting half sliced onion near our bed when any of us is ill.. She said it helps hasten recovery. Is this true? Has any of you tried it?
2016-06-02My Kinder 2's class schedule is 12-4pm and It is not in accordance with her body clock. Waking up by 6am and taking 12-1/2pm siesta everyday is her usual. I'm afraid she won't be as active at school during this time than her previous class sched which is in the morning. There is only one class sched for her level in their school. Any thoughts on how to help her cope with this change?
2016-06-03Hi there! I'd like to get your pro's and con's thoughts on giving birth in St. Lukes BGC vs. Makati Med. Thanks so much! :-)
2016-06-03What are some fool proof recipes for leche flan? I've tried making it a couple of times and they never turn out the way I want them to.
2016-06-03Where can you buy cheap school uniforms for kids near Marikina?
2016-06-03Pinoy moms and dads, if you had the choice, would you prefer to have kids at a young age (20's) or older (mid 30's and above)?
2016-06-03My wife is worried about my 3-year-old daughter who is not potty-trained yet. She is supposed to start school next month. What should we do?
2016-06-03For the parents whose kids are english speaking, do you also have "tagalog" time at home? I recall, the Kramers have this policy at home.
2016-06-03Dads who are Marvel and DC fans out there, I have a question. Do your kids also know the local superheroes like Capt. Barbel, Lastikman, Panday, Darna, etc.?
2016-06-03Are there any Philippine based kids' magazines that are appropriate for my 8-year-old niece to read? I don't want her to read anything too "adult" for her age, but still want to encourage her to read.
2016-06-03What are the best cake shops in Manila? I need to get a themed birthday cake for my niece! She's obsessed with Minions, so if anyone has ever found any cake shops that design special cakes, please let me know!
2016-06-03Can anyone share a good brand/model for a super accurate baby thermometer (forehead/ear)? I know that the armpit/rectal ones are more precise but it's so much harder for me to use those!
2016-06-03How do you handle titos/titas/lolos/lolas who use bribery to get your kid to do stuff? Eg. "Gusto mo ng chocolate? Kiss tita muna."
2016-06-03My baby is obsessed with all the programs the cable channel in Metro Manila, BabyTv, offers. What's the safest number of hours (or minutes) that I can let her watch?
2016-06-03Pinoy dads, how can we deal with wives showing signs of depression?
2016-06-03What's the most accurate pregnancy kit one can buy from Mercury Drug Store?
2016-06-03Feedback please. thanks!
2016-06-03Having a conservative nature, Pinoy parents tend to shy away from topics about sex. What do you think is the right age for kids to have proper sex education?
2016-06-03Do you know any OBs who offer Cervical cancer vaccines in Manila at an affordable price?
2016-06-03Do you know any Kare-kare recipes that don't involve peanut butter? Thanks!
2016-06-03Parents with preschoolers, what breakfast food can you recommend for slow eaters?
2016-06-03What can you say about Philippine's President-elect Duterte regarding his suggestion of three-child policy? Do you think it will really be helpful, family-wise and economic-wise? http://www.mb.com.ph/duterte-says-he-will-defy-church-with-three-child-policy/
2016-06-03Pinoy dads, honestly, what should the wives do to make you feel wanted and loved despite having kids at home?
2016-06-03Are pregnancy lotions really effective in lightening stretch marks? If so, which brand/s do you recommend?
2016-06-04playschool/toddler class you can recommend in QC area (mindanao ave/congressional or fairview)
2016-06-04What would you prefer for your toddler? A progressive type of education or a montessori-based one?
2016-06-04what snack do you usually give to your toddlers?
2016-06-04My four year-old girl has started hiding things from me and am worried that she would soon start keeping secrets. What should I do?