Mike recently asked me a thought-provoking question: “Had you known that it would be easy for you to have a baby, would you have waited longer to have one?” I paused only for a short time to think of an answer but I immediately said with conviction, “No. I think Andi came at the perfect …
Motherhood can sure make you feel lost sometimes. You have to deal with information overload, contradicting tips, unsolicited advice, a sea of options, and if you’re a first-time mom like me, you also have that problem of not knowing what to do in a number of situations. That’s why it’s so helpful and important to …
When I was pregnant with Andi, one of my favorite places to shop was Baby Company. Every time I was there, my eyes would light up in excitement! Baby clothes, shoes, strollers, carriers, cribs, toys, toiletries, sleeping gear, nursing accessories – you name it, they have it! I could stay there for hours, just browsing …
What does the word ‘sexy’ mean to you? For actress Erich Gonzales, being sexy certainly isn’t just about being thin and fit. Being sexy means putting in the work to achieve one’s body goals, eating and drinking right, and living a healthy lifestyle. In a society where sexiness is associated with merely being thin and …
If you ask me and Mike what we thought were the best parts of our Hanoi anniversary trip were, you wouldn’t think that eating in a small local eatery would be in our top ten list. But sitting on low stools by the bustling and lively street as vehicles and hawkers pass us by while …
So I just turned 34. No big deal, except that this is my first birthday as a mom! That’s what made it extra special! I didn’t have any grand plans for my birthday. No travels, no staycations, no parties. I preferred not to spend so much because I would rather spend money on my baby. …
When I was pregnant, I had a self-imposed clothes ban. In an attempt to be frugal and practical, I vowed not to buy maternity clothes even when my bump ballooned. I didn’t want to blow all my money on pieces that I would only wear for a short period of time. It was quite a …
I read somewhere that only a small number of women – 5 percent, to be specific – actually give birth on their projected due date. I am now one of the rare 5 percent. On my 40th week of pregnancy, my exact due date, I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. While most babies …
Publishing a yearend blog post is something I do every year so I wanted to continue the tradition this year, despite being busy and sleep-deprived. However, this time around, I’ll keep it short because now, I have a needy newborn who requires my attention 24/7! (I am nursing as I type this) 2017 has been …
If there’s one thing I’ve learned so far about pregnancy, it’s that it’s full of surprises! You can go into labor anytime — whether it’s earlier than expected or much later than your estimated due date. One thing’s for sure: when that time comes, you don’t want to be frazzled and stressed out because you …
