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Smart Parenting Mom Workshops 2: All About School-Aged Kids

August 29, 2016

It was on August 13 that the Smart Parenting Workshop "All About School-Aged Kids" pushed through despite the very bad weather. I cancelled my attendance on the day itself due to the possibility of not being able to go home after the event due to flood and heavy rains. It was one of the events that I looked forward to because the lessons that I could learn would be very helpful because my kids were more interested in arts and music. Unfortunately, the situation prompted me to stay at home and be with my family.

I believe that I've missed so much. Good thing that Miss Jen of Summit media was able to update me with what transpired during the event. Here's the press release from Smart Parenting:

Knowing how your child learns best and nurturing his creative side were the themes of the second leg of the Smart Parenting Mom Workshops held last August 13, 2016 at Discovery Suites in Ortigas.

While the equally successful first leg of the workshop was about raising toddlers, this workshop focused on school-age kids, and SmartParenting.com.ph tapped three experts to share their insights to guide parents on how to navigate middle childhood.

“When you’re a parent you need to put on a lot of hats—be a jack of all trades. Our workshops allow our readers to learn from experts and exchange notes with fellow parents,” said Lei Dimarucut-Sison, SmartParenting.com.ph's managing editor. “Two of the most challenging tasks of a parent are bringing out the child’s artistic skills and home-schooling.”

Mom of two and education consultant for teens Chary Mercado spoke from her own personal experience when it came to developing a child's creative side.

Former art director of Smart Parenting magazine and contributing crafter and stylist for the website, Jen Inumerable-Suarez, showed how art projects for preschoolers didn't require a mom to be a DIY expert.

Calligraphy artist and a homeschooler herself, Milona Barraca shared tips on how to know if homeschooling is a best option for a child.

After the talks, all participants were treated with sumptuous buffet, exciting raffle prizes, and gifts, all thanks to SmartParenting.com.ph and their generous sponsors.

This Smart Parenting Mom Workshops is initiated by SmartParenting.com.ph with co-presenter Elica, major sponsors, Calpol, and Insular Life, and minor sponsor, Scott's.

Get access to vital parenting information and relevant content 24/7, visit www.smartparenting.com.ph, and follow Smart Parenting on Facebook via /smartparenting.ph, and @_smartparenting on Twitter, and @smartparenting on Instagram.

Photo Credit: Smart Parenting

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Fern-C Kidz: Keeping Healthy and Happy Kids

June 28, 2016

It’s every mother’s dream to see their children succeed in life. Although they’re still in an age when dolls and action figures seem exciting, all mothers really want is to keep their kids healthy and see them growing up happy and strong.

But how will they keep their children in shape to enjoy childhood to the fullest? Here are three helpful tips for mommies who want their kids to remain bright-eyed and upbeat.

Tip 1: Family Bonding is important for child development.

Children need to know that their parents will always be there for them. So, make sure they are given adequate time and attention daily. Even daily activities like eating meals together and talking over the phone may help assure a child of their presence and support. As a result, they are more likely to grow up to be well adjusted, able-minded and upstanding individuals.

Tip 2: Teach your child the value of eating healthy.

Recent studies show that childhood obesity is one of the more prominent issues facing the youth today. Hence, it is important that moms impart healthy eating habits in kids as early as possible by introducing nutritious food, particularly vegetables and fruits, into their kids’ regular diets at a young age.

This is much easier said than done however, especially with the popularity of so many sugar loaded and artificially manufactured snacks and beverages. In the long run, just remember that your constant effort to pass on good eating habits will all be worthwhile when you see your kids not easily getting sick and growing up stronger and more energetic.

Tip 3: Boost your child’s immunity with Vitamin C.

Every Mom knows that she can’t always be there to protect her children from sickness, so strengthen their immunity and resistance with FERN-C kidz Sodium Ascorbate Vitamin C supplement.

Moms may not know this, but Sodium Ascorbate is actually the better Vitamin C form as it is easier absorbed by the body, thereby allowing kids to reap the benefits of Vitamin C quicker. Moreover, FERN-C kidz does not only give your kids the benefits of Vitamin C. It also contains Zinc to further strengthen their bodies against illness. This combination is ideal for keeping your children safe and protected from infectious diseases.

FERN-C kidz was created and manufactured by the makers of FERN-C, the number one Sodium Ascorbate Vitamin C brand in the Philippines. As a product of FERN Incorporated and having the Quali-C seal, you are assured of its quality and efficacy. Plus, your children are sure to love the delicious orange flavor of FERN-C kidz.

Ensure your children are always healthy, happy and active with Fern-C kidz; because with FERN-C kidz, your children will always be “resistensaya, lusog-saya!”

FERN-C kidz is now available in leading drugstores and supermarkets nationwide at affordable prices of Php62.00 per 60 mL bottle and Php 119.00 per 120 mL bottle.

Unleash the Master Chef in You!

December 15, 2015

Learning to cook and eating well is one way to improve your quality of life. Cooking your food allows you to control what goes into your place, keeping you healthy everyday. But what if you’re not a chef and have no plans on becoming one? Don’t fret! Your home buddy, Tupperware, has something special for you.

With Tupperware’s MandoChef, cooking a healthy and fancy-looking meal is easy! There are many things you can do in a Tupperware minute with the new MandoChef, the most efficient mandolin slicer. This handy, high-grade kitchen tool quickly and easily cuts fruits and vegetables. With its 8-way cutting system, the MandoChef’s two interchangeable blades allow you to quickly slice, dice, cube, julienne, crinkle, and wafer cut your fruits and vegetables! The perfectly precise cuts help you make super fast salads and slaws, plentiful potato dishes, and so much more! The handy dials on the side make it easy for you to slice and dice in just seconds.

The unique feature of the MandoChef is its food guide. It makes using this innovative product extra safe compared to other mandolins out in the market.

Cooking can be a bit stressful! Eliminate the stress and time factor of having to cook by meal prepping with Tupperware. It saves you time in the kitchen and helps keep you on track with healthy eating. You can prep and plan for just dinners, lunch and dinner, or even all three meals of the day, as well as snacks!

Slicing and dicing with a knife is easy, but with the new Tupperware MandoChef, you now have a kitchen tool that will make the task easier, faster, and more fun! Cooking today is not as difficult as it used to be thanks to Tupperware. The truth is that good food isn’t difficult to make! Ingredients are fantastic and easy to find, and you can be creative in 20 minutes or less. Healthy eating starts from the preparation to the cooking of food with the ultimate slicing and dicing gadget, the MandoChef.

Prep with precision! Prep like a professional chef! Make cubes, waffles, sticks, diamonds, julienne, crinkle slices, crinkle sticks, and slices with Tupperware’s MandoChef in no time!

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