Unleashing Mom's Practical Kikay Side - WORKING MOM MAGAZINE SEPTEMBER 2013 ISSUE
September 10, 2013
Let me borrow the lines of Miss Ai-Ai delas Alas..."Nabuhay ang katawang lupa ko when I received my copy of Working Mom Magazine September 2013 Issue (Courtesy of ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc.)!" This "style special" is very applicable and timely for us moms who are very domesticated at the same time working so hard to earn for a living. This teaches us a lot of practical tips to make our motherhood journey a smooth-sailing one and in style!
Sit back, relax, and enjoy reading about what's in store for us this month...
"Secrets---do everything better" (p.15) discusses about new trends that fit our shape, budget, and chaotic morning routine. It includes three new make-up looks, three easy hair trends, five fun nail hues, and finding the right accessories that match our clothes. It also speaks about cosmetic choices and tool alternatives that fit our skin tone, needs, and budget (p.26).
Learning the right brassiere fit depending on our shape and that would solve our pet peeves more than just knowing our cup size (pp. 44-45) is as important as knowing the perfect clothes, accessories, make-up, hair styles, and nail trends for us.
Got an hour or less to look great? No need to panic! All we need to do is to de-stress and reinvigorate our body (p.14) and learn from Pam Picazo Garcia of L'Oreal on how to do "Quick Fixes" (p.42).
Looking good must also come from within. "The 'No Diet' Diet" (p.46) tells us that we can loose weight and still eat what we want, balance it with a four-minute exercise, and apply what experts say (p.47).
Remember mommies, we are the reflection of our kids. If we give ourselves time and effort to be pretty, let us not forget to take care of our husbands and kids. Be inspired on how Senator Sonny Angara and wife Tootsy maintained a rock-steady marriage, raising happy, independent kids and living normal lives (p.52).
Building a close friendship between a mother and child is possible like Dra. Vicky Belo and Crystal Henares (p.61).
"Multiple Bonds" (p.77) and "Mommy Qualitips" (p.103) give us ideas on how to divide time with our kids and make them feel special.
We can bond with our kids by cooking breakfast together. "Muffins for Breakfast" is a must-try and easy to prepare (p.104). For our crafty kids, we can create pretty little "Clips for Keeps" (p.74) or visit 10 Alabama Handmade Arts and Crafters Fair (p.91) together to appreciate and support our homegrown talented crafters by purchasing their creations. Dapitan Arcade and Kamuning Public Market is a must-visit to see great finds with friendly prices (p.88) if we plan to do a mother and child home make-over.
An out-of-town family trip is a nice way of family bonding too. Cebu is a highly recommended destination. Enjoy sight-seeing with its historical landmarks and food trips with its delectable treats (p.96). But if the budget is tight, the whole family can also experience special Filipino Pasalubong in the comforts of home without the need of going out-of-town (p.49).
For moms who find it difficult to reach out to their teen children, Dr. Allan Dionisio and wife Maribel speak about how parents can talk to teens about sticky issues like dating and behavioral matters without pushing them away (p. 82).
Adolescent Wellness Specialists can also help parents spot hidden emotional and physical issues through new tests by submitting their teens to an annual check-up (p.76).
Sometimes teens are so shy to show affection to their parents. They tend to act like adults hurriedly. Why not initiate and show them that they are still your babies by surprising them with cool stuff they can use (p. 72)? You can also show that you love them by being supportive in their interests or what they want to be in the future, a rakista (p.78) or a self-made millionare (p.80) perhaps? It also comes with finding the right institution to nurture and help them reach their goals.
Giving all the best for herself and her family is every mom's dream granted that she has the resources to spend. "Finding Funding" (p. 68) gives tips on where to get the right type of funding if she wants to start her own business and "Build Your Financial Safety Net" (p.83) helps her find solutions on how to save funds for the future if her present are not enough.
I agree with the Working Mom's number one rule: "Take care of yourself first so you can be available for your family." Working Mom Magazine September 2013 Issue is definitely for us moms who desire to look and feel good without compromising our time and budget for our family.
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