When we hear the name "Belo", the word "beauty" is going to pop in our head and that's for sure.

I was one of the millions of people who were very, very happy when Belo Essentials and Belo SunExpert  were launched in the market. In those occasions, Belo was able to reach the masses and broke the notion that Belo was only for the rich and famous.

I'm a huge user of  Belo SunExpert SPF50 Transparent Mist. I also start loving Belo Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Whitening Soap and in the process of trying more Belo products in the days to come.

What makes me more glad is that finally, Intelligent Skin Care, Inc. (Belo) has launched Belo Baby, a product line that is crafted with care for our babies and the whole family.

Last week, I was so blessed to be one the first individuals to try  it.

Belo Baby guarantees that  it is "all natural" and has 100% certified natural ingredients and 0% harmful chemicals. 

It is clinically proven gentle on the skin for everyday use. Each ingredient was meticulously selected to ensure that it’s natural, safe, and gentle for our babies and the whole family. 

Now that we know the brand details, let me present to you the complete Belo Baby line:

BATH AND BODY

"Bath and massage time is an important bonding moment between you and your baby. Belo Baby Bath and Body line contains safe ingredients that provides the most gentle embrace on your baby's skin." 

Bar Soap

(Price: Php79.75)

"A gentle bar soap for your baby and the whole family that is 100% natural with a delicate, powdery scent"

Hair and Body Wash

"A gentle shampoo and body wash that is 100% natural with just the perfect amount of lather for babies and a delicate, powdery scent"

Face and Body Lotion

"A mild lotion for the face and body that is 100% natural with a very light, non-greasy formula and a delicate, powdery scent" 

COLOGNE

"Baby cologne is loved by moms and children alike. Belo created lovely scents that are clinically proven gentle and less irritating for the skin."

Variants

Sweet Snuggle- a fruity scent to add sweetness to the skin

Cool Drizzle- a classic scent that leaves skin feeling fresh

One morning, as the kids and I rode a jeepney, I caught a young woman sniffing towards our direction. I sat beside her and looked at her eyes. I knew for a fact that she wanted to ask me something. Then she kept on smelling my nape as we travel. . . I just ignored her gesture. When we were almost near our destination, I took out my #BeloBaby Cool Drizzle Cologne and put some on myself and my kids. I looked at the young woman again. She was smiling while looking at the cologne bottle. I knew right on that moment that I answered the question on top of her head. . . More kwento about my memorable experiences regarding @belobabylove #babycolognes and #babyproducts on my blog soon! . . #allaroundpinaymama #allaroundpinaymamarecommends #aapmtipidfinds #belobaby #safe #natural #pure #citrusy #classic #mommybloggersphilippines #certifiedbloggers #bloggersngpinas #momswhoblogph #asianblogger #pinayblogger

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Happy Tickle- a floral scent that blooms throughout the day

Belo Baby exceeds my expectations. The packaging is very attractive, functional, and durable. It has superb quality and clinically proven all natural, gentle, and safe for everybody and reasonably priced too. Each product goes a long way because only a small amount is needed for every use. Getting good feedback from my loved-ones and even strangers can attest how highly recommended it is for the entire family. Babies and adults can have healthy skin and smell fresh and pure all day!


Bar Soap:

- white in color so it shows that it's pure and no artificial coloring
- easy to grip and doesn't slip even when being held by kids
- lathers just right
- mild-scented; smells great and the scent stays on skin for hours
- makes skin supple, soft, and smooth without any irritations

My 11 year old son is using this already because he loves the scent so much! According to him, he wants to smell like I baby again.


Hair and Body Wash:

- white in color so it shows that it's pure and no artificial coloring
- makes hair and skin smell really, really good and the sweet powder scent lingers for hours
- makes hair and skin soft and smooth without irritations
- has creamy consistency that doesn't lather too much because of the absence of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), a cleansing and foaming agent used in soaps, washes, and shampoos that can cause irritations when being used often and high concentrations, but still removes dirt
- has pump-type container that can be locked and unlocked easily

Bunso smells like a baby from head to toe when he uses this at bath time. He is indeed more kissable and huggable!



Face and Body Lotion

- smells so good on skin and the scent stays longer
- makes skin supple, moisturized, soft, and smooth without greasy after-feel; even a seldom lotion user like I do due to experiencing greasiness can be motivated to use it regularly

My youngest son has sensory issues due to Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder. To help him sleep soundly at night, my husband and I massage him for 30-45 minutes before bedtime. He likes his massage more when we use this lotion.


Cologne

- smells lovely like expensive perfume
- scent lingers for hours
- feels very light and refreshing when applied on skin
- non-irritating

The captions on my Instagram photos prove that the three cologne variants are just perfect! For me, they are at par with the famous local and imported cologne brands.

I recommend that you should try Belo Baby line and feel it yourself that it is crafted with care for the most delicate skin, for the most meticulous moms.

Belo Baby is available in all leading supermarkets, groceries, department stores, and online:

http://www.lazada.com.ph/belo-cosmetics/
http://www.cudsly.com/belobaby
http://www.zalora.com.ph/beauty/belo/

You may visit www.belobaby.ph or Belo Baby social media sites for more information and updates:

Facebook:  belobabylove
Twitter: @belobabylove
Instagram: @belobabylove

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My kids also loved these ride on walkers.

I mentioned on May 14, 2015, that I was glad to be given Nutri10 Plus Syrup samples by Wert Philippines, Inc. I became a big fan of this multivitamin supplement because it was packed with vitamins and minerals that could fit Kuya's nutritional needs.

I let Kuya try and test the product immediately and see if it was really potent to sustain his very stressful, busy, and active lifestyle.  

Being a fifth grader with tons of assignments, projects, tests, and extracurricular activities is no joke for his very young body. He and his Papa are commuting to school daily which is a little far from our place. That added factor makes schooling more stressful for him. Aside from the factors related to thinking, he is expending more energy due to environmental concerns like pollution. If his body becomes frail, he can no longer exert more effort and it leads to more serious health problems.

After religiously taking Nutri10Plus Syrup daily, I've seen tremendous improvements on his health and wellness. He seldom gets sick. Due to the Zinc content of the syrup that his Pediatrician recommends, his gastrointestinal tract becomes stronger. I consider his GIT as his weakness before that causes him to get hospitalized and absent for days and even weeks.

The decrease in his absence to school this year because of having high immunity is more beneficial for him and for the whole family. More resources in all aspects are being saved or diverted to other needs. As a mom, I worry less and that means less negative stress on my part. 

I'm extremely satisfied with the benefits of Nutri10Plus Syrup for Kuya. Its complete "Active Sports Formula" really works! Now he can achieve his full potential without being afraid of getting sick anymore.

When I learn from friends and loved ones that their family is sick or being hospitalized, it breaks my heart. I empathize with them because I know how it feels to have a family member who's always sick. I've been in the same situation two years ago. I always hope and pray that it won't happen again because it's very, very difficult. 

Getting sick or when there's ill in the family is considered inevitable. It's like death, you don't know when it strikes. Most if not all, our strength, time, and resources are being taken away from us. All we need to do is to keep hoping and praying that everything is going to be okay.

It's more painful for us, parents, to see our children get sick.  If we can only take away their pain and suffering...

Children especially the younger ones have difficulty expressing their feelings. But we know when they are in pain. It's our instinct. The love and care that we give them can make them feel better and secured.

When our children know that getting sick is part of life and sometimes hospitalization goes hand in hand with it, the extreme trauma can be avoided.

According to the book, "When Your Child Is Hospitalized by Victor M. Parachin", there are 12 effective ways to ease the trauma of hospitalization for your child:

1     Learn together about hospitals.

Parents can make a potential frightening experience into an educational one. There are two ways to do this. You may read a book about hospitals to your child or have a visit to the hospital ahead of time. You can arrange this with your child's doctor to ensure that everything can be explained to him as he is touring around the hospital. The doctor is the reliable person to do this. The doctor knows the areas that are not infectious for your child or whether the hospital permits this set-up or not.

2     Be honest.

Never lie to your child the reasons for hospitalization, procedures, and the feelings that may occur during and after the procedure. Always tell the truth to your child so that he may believe you next time.

3     Offer careful explanation about hospitalization.

Parents are being advised by experts to explain carefully and thoroughly why your child is going to the hospital. Always use positive statements. For example, rather than telling your child that he is going to be hospitalized because his appendix is going to be removed, tell him that his stomachache will end when his appendix is already removed. Also inform him that many people like doctors and nurses are going to visit and see if he's getting better.

4         Respond to children's unspoken questions.

Your child may experience fear and anxiety upon learning that he is going to be hospitalized. Many of his emotions and concerns are left unspoken. The best way for him to verbalize how he feels is to ask him why he thinks he has to go to the hospital. Through this, he may give you answers that serve as clues to help you process things with him and make everything clearer.

 

5     Read Scripture together.

Catholics and Christians always turn to the Holy Bible to give comfort and consolation.

"God is our shelter and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. So we will not be afraid..." (Psalm 46:1-2)

  

6        Pray with the child.

The Holy Bible is consistent in encouraging people to pray often especially during tough times. 

"Ask, and you will receive; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you (Matthew 7:7)."

7         Address the child's fear that he or she will come home again.

Children may fear that they will die and never return home when they are hospitalized because they know that sometimes people die in hospitals. To ease your child's fear and anxiety, you may do it by giving him something that he or she will look forward to. You may show your child a wrapped gift before going to the hospital and say, "When you come home, we'll open this together." You may also cook something together and say, "We will eat this together when we come back."

8    Stay with the child.

The parent can provide the child's emotional care and security more than any other adult. According to child psychologist, Dr. Lee Stalk, as stated by Victor M. Parachin on his book, if the parent is not possible to be present at all times,  he or she should try to be with the child all night. Nightime can be very frightening to the hospitalized children. They are afraid due to the strange setting, frequently suffering from pain, and hearing noises and sounds around them from other patients who may be in discomfort. Children may fear that another person is going to take care of them while they are asleep.

9    Reassure the staff.

When your child is already admitted, ask the nurses the things that they want you to do for your child. Most of the staff understands that your child is more comfortable with your care. They may have unpleasant experiences with overprotective parents. Doing this makes it clearer to the nurses that you only want to help them in taking care of your child.

10   Affirm your child's emotions.

Acknowledge your child's feelings when they try to cry or act like being brave. Let him know that you know how brave he is despite feeling hurt or you understand that it's okay to cry because he is in pain. 

11   Bring a little of home to the hospital.

Let your child choose some items to bring with him in the hospital. It may be his favorite book, toy, pillow, or blanket.  These objects can provide emotional security and assurance that he is going to continue his life during and after being hospitalized.

12     Empathize that hospitalization is a family affair.

Being ill or injured that demands hospitalization makes the child feel that he is isolated from his family. Let him know that each member of the family is with him in those times and it's a family affair. Instead of saying, "You are going..." say "WE are going to the hospital and WE can get through this." 

The following are prayers that you may offer together or alone:

PRAYERS TO USE WITH YOUR CHILD

Loving God, hear me as I pray,

Thank you for guarding me all day,

Now, keep me in your sight,

And safely let me sleep this night. Amen

****

Dear God, as I go to sleep this night,

let me know you hold me tight,

and when the morning comes again

let me in your sight remain. Amen.

***

Loving God, as I close my eyes to rest,

keep me in your presence blest;

As I sleep through the night,

Wake me with your morning light. Amen.

PRAYERS FOR PARENTS

For God's Healing...

Heavenly Father, 

We remember Your great acts of healing

through Jesus of Nazareth;

Watch with us over our child (name);

restore him/her to complete health

we pray through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

***

Loving God, we recall how Jesus

received and blessed children;

Now, receive and bless this child

whom we commend to your loving care.

Bring relief from pain,

health from illness

and guard from danger. Amen.

***

Eternal and loving God,

Give your power of healing 

to all who minister in this hospital-

doctors, nurses, technicians, dieticians, chaplains.

May their gifts and dedication

bring the healing we desire, 

through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Reference: 

Parachin, V. (1994). When Your Child is Hospitalized. Liguori Publications. United States of    

                 America.

On the same day that we attended the First Robotics Learning Center trial class, Kuya and I had a privilege to be part of Celebrity Mom Breathe Mama event at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel. Most of the guests were first time and expecting parents. I already gave birth twice but still I learned something new from the experts.



Miss Maite Tamparong-Uy, Celebrity Mom Magazine's Publisher, started the event by giving us an idea on what to expect.

 

Miss Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan, Celebrity Mom Magazine's Editor-in-Chief, welcomed us warmly. 

Dr. Terri Ribano, MD, discussed about the growth and development of newborns including proper care, hygiene, diapering, burping, and swaddling. I had a chance to do a swaddling return demo and was able to win a Tiny Buds gift pack!

I have here some photos and articles on how to burp, swaddle, and change the nappy of newborns. These are closest or somewhat similar to the tips that I've learned from the event.

Source

You may read Baby Basics: BURPING YOUR BABY for more details.

Source

Swaddling makes newborns sleep longer because they feel that they are still being snuggled tight in the womb. It promotes less crying. Newborns' arm and leg movements make them feel startled which is very upsetting and causes over stimulation. They cry in an attempt to block out the stimulus. Swaddling them keeps the jerky arm and leg movements to a minimum making them cry less. Newborn nails are sharp and grow fast and they scratch their faces while they are asleep. Swaddling keeps the newborns free from scratches.

Source

Here's a nice article about PROMOTING POSITIVE NAPPY CHANGING.


Miss Irina Otmakhova, Certified Childbirth Doula, introduced to us the natural option of giving birth or Gentle Birth. It is delivering a child without the aid of artificial or mechanical means. I learned that it could be more advantageous especially to the child because it could leave a positive psychological imprint that would come out at later in his or her lifetime.

To know more about what is a doula, why hire a doula and its advantages, you may visit http://www.consciousbirthmanila.com.

Miss Denise Gonzales-Bernardo, one of the mompreneurs behind Indigo Baby, gave us a  quick but very informative presentation on how to use baby pouches and their benefits to active moms and dads who could conveniently bring their kids wherever they go.


Here's a video on how to wear a baby pouch the way she demonstrated it at the event.

You may check out Indigo Baby's baby pouches and other products through http://www.indigobabyshop.com.

Highly recommended products for mommies, babies, and kids were also displayed by The Parenting Emporium.

Our minds were full and also our tummies. We were treated with a very satisfying meal.
We also went home with lots of insights learned and a bagful of goodies from the generous sponsors. 



It was indeed a memorable learning experience for Kuya and I. Thank you, Celebrity Mom, for having us!