Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Banila Co. Launch


        First of all I must say, it is the prettiest event i have attended!! They had over sized pink balloons hanging from the ceilings with black ribbons hanging from them and had such girly ambiance. It was the Banila Co. official launch in the Philippines! For those who dont know Banila Co. is a multi-awarded Korean cosmetic brand famous for their base cosmetic makeup line, they aim to achieve that glow! We all know how poreless and super kinis Koreans are, and they seem to have that pearly skin glow all all wish to achive, so here it is girls!!


         I love makeup just because I like buying them but these are worth every peso! The eyeliner wont even smudge! I wish i could take them all home!


        Heres the lip tints that wont dry your lips! all in my favorite colors!


         A korean Chief Makeup Artist was there a did demos on how to use the products, we had awesome tips on how to get that no makeup look with a glow!

        This primer is a product i highly recommend!!

         I will get my hand on this moisturizer as soon as I can! I NEED this! Im obsessed with this! I Tried the demo and i automatically felt the different on my hand what more if I used it on my face, it leaves an instant pearly glow that I always wondered how to achieve! I WANT this now! hahaa I will be visiting Glorietta 4 very soon i think, wont be able to sleep properly until I get my hands on this!

         The CC cushion! Work wonders! I need this to.. well i need and want them all ahahhaha Santa I have been good this year!



MORE MAKEUP MORE FUN! I always wondered why korean makeup is the best makeup! I guess we will never know the answer, but it is absolute love for our skin!
 

         Its true! Girls just wanna have fun, and makeup adds a little more excitement to the mix, what a fun event with these girl, so lucky we get todo things we love and find time to still do it even if were all already moms. Sometime i forget to take care of myself and I have these girls to remind me to stay beautiful inside and out. Till our next event!!


BE KIND,
      Mel

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Mommy Mel Must Haves



          Hi!! So i decided to make a list of My Mommy Must haves since i had and this have a hard time figuring out what are the right items to buy for Kiera. There's so many to choose from that I just cant figure out what brand i should buy or what products are safe for baby, so I'd like to share with all of you some items that helped me alot and helped Kiera alot too.. Here we go!


1. Indigo Home spray (Shoo fly don't bother me)- Lately sad to say i discovered that Kiera is allergic to bug bites, something bit her and namaga sha ng sobra and even ended up having a blister. Kiera's tita, thats is a pedia suggested this product. Itas a water-based synergy of Eucalyptus, Lavander, Rosemary essential oils, and Citronella thats are safe for kids. Its specially formulated for home that have infants and toddlers, and is safe for everyday use. This item is great and has helped me not worry to much about those pesky bugs that wanna bite my Little Mam, bug and pest free!! you can check them out at @indigobabyshop on instagram..  this retails around 999 pesos. Got mine at Robinsons Magnolia. (bought by Lola) hahha do get a spray bottle to, this only comes in a 1 litter plastic jug.
2. Nature to Nature (multi purpose cleaner)- Aside from it works wonders this smells absolutely wonderful! It safe for babies, biodegradable, had non-toxic and plant based ingredients. It has green tea that deters insects as well and great for killing germs. You can used it on anything and everything, from cleaning toys, to high chairs, glass, furniture and more. I personally use it for cleaning her paymats and walls. I will be keeping this product in my cabinets for a long time! Must have to keep baby away from nasty germs and alikabok! Check @Naturetonatureph its 549 pesos for 1 liter.

3.  Smart Steps Anti Mosquito Patches- These Citronella patches work great when were out and about, just stick one on the back of their shirt and you goos for the next 2 hours. I personally put one on the back of Kiera's neckline where she cant reach it saka dahil praning ako I put another on sa likod ng shorts niya. These come in packages of 12 patches 95 pesos. Available at Malls near you. Or visit their Instagram page @mommysmartsteps or mommysmartsteps.com
4.  Cradle Toy and Surface cleaner- Okay you might say, "oh eh may multi-purpose cleaner na ah." yes but i like to keep my thing seperate! hahaha i keep this in Kieras room so while shes playing I'm cleaning her other stuff. This also come sin a spray bottle thats why I like it, spray wipe and your done! Its alcohol free, soap free and is non toxic as well. Its also wonderful for teddy bears and plush toys just spray onto the stuffed animal and dry! i think i got this at a Baby Bazaar for 299!! Sulit! Learn more about them on their IG page @cyclesbaby_ph, cradlenatural_ph, or @cyclessensitive
5. Tiny Buds Liquid Laundry wash- I've actually been using this product long before they became one of my sponsors and love baby Kiera so much, this is what I use to wash her clothes. They also have this in powder for and also have fabric softeners. It has no harsh chemicals and smell refreshing! Great for sensitive skin and sulit for a medium load only 3-5tbsp! It lasts! i think this is 240 pesos if im not mistaken. Oh diba! Visit their IG @tinybudsbaby or +TINY BUDS | Natural Baby Products
6. Gripe Water-  My magic!!! when Kiera was small she would cry for no reason at all for hourss, un pala kabag na, I was adviced by a pedia na wag mag mazanilla kasi nakakaburn daw ng baby skin sa katagalan, this item is a herbal item, and certified organic so no worries, bibigyan mo lang sila konti nito in a dropper (5ml) and it effectively helps ease discomfort from kabag, teething and hiccups! For me instant result, its saved me alot of times already! hahha also good for adults. No alcohol, or parabens, gluten, dairy. or soy artificial ingredients. I got this from mom my sa US, but meron sa healthy option its aroung 895 pesos ata. For this brand chack www.wellementsbaby.com


7. Desitin- Needs no intro hahaha mom have been using this since forever! its good for rashed specailly caused by diaper rashes or heat. My mom sent me this from the US not sure where to get it here but im sure meron, its also fragrance free!

Mustela Vitamins barrier Cream- Another favorite baby brand is Mustela, this one works the same, it prevents, soothes and recorvers rashed, great for every diaper change!

8. Cetaphil baby Massage Oil with shea butter- Yep! they have a new baby line! Though the normal cetaphil is good too, i tried this even on my skin and i loved it! Its hypoallergenic and contains vitamin E. Can be used daily after baths to retain moisture and help protect skin fro dryness.

 

         That ends my Must Haves list for this week, these are some product that worked well for me, but please do ask you pedia before using any of these, since lahat ng babies ay iba, we need to find what works well with our little ones.. hope I helped! Till next time!!


BE KIND,
       Mel

Friday, November 13, 2015

Manila Sundance weekend!!




        Yay! Had a super fun day today at the Manila Sundance Bazaar at the Metrotent in Ortigas. If you haven't noticed I have a special thing for bazaars, i absolutely love participating in the and selling stuff! i find it enjoyable and stress relieving. Specially now im trying to get rid of stuff that i don't use anymore to make room for new ones. It was even more enjoyable to be sharing a booth with my good friends Helga and empress and saya lang namin, was mommy bondin time as well!

        I got there later than they did so I set up late and I didnt even have prices on them because i was too lazy the night before, so habang inaayos ko un gamit ko people were buying na, ayun naubos agad un shoes ko! Like 40 pairs, super saya!



       We had our booth imfront of another booth that was selling fragrances that smelt exactly like the originals. Super naaliw ako I bought my favorite fragrance un "Sarah Jessica Parker" for a super reasonable price i got the scent and you get to choice a bottle u wanna fill it in. They have all the good perfume brands i suggest you check them out!!
The Fragrance co. -09326698299 or 09279575051 looooveee love!




        Aside from awesome finds and shops, outside there's a bunch of oh-soooo-yummy restaurant that came from Kapitolyo and all the way from Maginhawa! we had such a yummy lunch and merienda, tas nun gabu they even had a DJ!


        Guess who also had a booth!? Ara was there selling her hazelberry pastries and Ara's Secret pampaganda products!





         One of my favorite brand of clothes was also there by no other than SAY! hahaha @beforetwelve was there seeling their comfy dresses!



         Today was super nakakapagod and fun, cant wait for tomorrow. We will be adding dressed, shorts, pants and other item so please do come see us at the MetroTent, Ortigas for the Manila Sundance Bazaar from 11am-10pm, until Sunday! Make the most out of your weekend!!!


BE KIND,
      Mel

Thursday, November 12, 2015

downloading...soon!


         
          I woke up early today and I woke up excited to see two people! One, is a very good friend of mine and the other, was the person that's going to set up my official blog page for me, so I cant get my blog up and going and update all of you as much as I can! I cant stand still super excited!

         I have a lot in store for all of you, lots of thoughts and ideas, and on some personal things too! Also very excited to shre with you my Video blogs on youtube and learn how to edit (hopefully kaya ko) hahaha  I've always been curious with other peoples blogs and I like to surf the net for ideas, i especially like the mom articles that help me out alot.

         We also have an awesome surprise for all the fans, mom and friends out the, Ara, Say, Helga and I are cooking up a project that im sure all of you will love i also cant wait for that! and its all gonna be online so its only one click away! I hope I can make you all feel the excitement we have! will update all you soon!!

P.S this birthday cake from Starbucks is wildly delicious!!!!  


BE KIND,
       Mel

Saturday, October 31, 2015

Mommy thing!






          Lately I've been hanging out with some cool moms, and we've been going to a bunch of parties, and event and I find it really cool. Not all my friends have babies so some of them don't really understand the "struggle" ahhaha #thestruggleisreal... Its nice to know other moms are going through the same thing and you have someone to talk to and ask advices from, tutal our babies are almost all the same ages!

         One event we went to was the Mott's event.. was fun! It was held at Earths kitchen BGC and the food was great. Im definitely going back! Its nice to know fact about the products that we feed and let them drink, i learned its important to check the labels of food they eat. Motts is 100% apple juice! no sugar! amazing i always thought di pwede sa babies, pwede pala, well of course with the advice of you doctor. Its okay to give them 1oz. I was adviced by my Pedia, not to give to much because baka ayaw na nila mag milk if masarapan. Akalain mo? hahahah here's some pics during our event..

They event even had game for us mommy bloggers we had to dress up a Mott's bottle with the materials given to us. Can you guess which one is ours?? hahahaha the MINION! We'll we didnt win but it was fun hahaha

       


We also attended Max's 70 anniversary and our babies were there to! I also met Ms. Amor who is now Kiera's coordinator for her Birthday!!


        It's super cute how Asher (Say's baby boy) also comes along with his mama, he's such a behaved pogi little boy!


        My bestfriend Thirdee was also at the event!!


         Its always fun to have time out, most the time kasi im at home lang and just watch tv or play with baby its fun to get to talk to other people or makipagchismisan with other moms hahaha simple things like that really make a difference and take away that little bit of stress.. After all moms just wanna have a little fun!




         Helga, Ara, Say and I, cooking up something fun for you moms and friends! We're super excited na!! coming soon!! :)



       BE KIND,
          LOVE,
             MEL


Happy Halloween



                                                First of all Happy Halloween to everyone!

                                        

         This year is kinda different, well last year was also different because I was  preggy pa during that time and this year naman staying home too plus a little Mam to take care of.  No more gimmik  sa labs or costume parties for me hahaha So guess what we did? We finally fixed her room! Yeheeeey!



          I’ve actually had everything ready na, problem was we made Kieras room my stock room muna habang inaayos other parts nun bahay namin, And today with the help of her Ninong Thirdee, we placed all the mats in, assembled the toddler bed, also little playhouse and cleaned everything so she can finally enjoy having her own room! Shes a big girl na! She can stand na, letting go of any support, but falls down,  at least she's trying, maybe when she turns one she can walk na. Sana nga noh?

        Most of the toys she had was her prizes prom winning the second quarter of SM's Star baby contest! I've been eyeing that playhouse for a couple months na! finally got it for her. The play mats naman medyo pricing sa stores, someone told me muna sa binondo? or divi ata? 50 pesos per square mat, nag pabili kami sa Tita ni Kiera hehhehe yehey! room baby proof!

         
      We decided to give her a toddler bed dahil di din sha mahilig mag stay or sleep sa crib as much, she sleeps through the night pag katabi ko sha. You can get this bed at SM Baby Company for 4999
(matress not included) Super cute! Its actually a “Frozen” bed, may stickers sha but I didn’t include them dahil baka rip lang niya un sticker then mag leave ng white mars hehehe para tidy ganito nalang.

      Syempre di naman kami papahuli, we were invited to her Ninang Icel's Halloween party and she won isa sa best in costume!

        Buti nalng may kasya sa kanya na Halloween costume! She was a flower fairy, but to me mukhang eggplant hahaha but still super cute!

        Since we're staying home might as well play alittle with her hats haha
I always enjoy halloween!! Hope she did too! 




We got lots of treats and she loved it!


BE KIND,

    LOVE<
        MEL

Saturday, October 17, 2015

New Beginning (again?)


   Hiiiiiii!!! Its been a loooong time and this is my 1st post since then! Sooo.. If you've actively been following me on IG you would know that yet again, we moved. They condo we stayed it became to smell for me, Charles and Kiera, specially with all kiera's stuff It was just a mess. Couldn't even walk around properly. So what we decided was to look for a new place. We took 4 days of all day driving around to find a new place where we can be comfy and have alot of space especially for Kiera.:) On the last day of looking, the last house we saw, that ended up being our choice! Much bigger and more homey. Kiera even has her own room, problem was it was bare,. No furniture no air conditioners, nothing! Soo we had to fill it up little by little. On thing i can also not leave of is that i have 3 dogs, and the building has no elevator. We'll its only a low rise building but bringing boxes up one by one us crazy! Specially my shoes? One by one! My goodness! Im soo thankful thats all done!  Nakakatuwa its like im starting a new chapter in my life once again. This time its all us. A place we call home.

Here is the after pic of the top picture medyo naayos na un stuff.. Gosh! That was a long process!

We got this is a bodega in Mindanao ave for 11k. This is normally sold at 27k it was a good by konting scrub lng good as new! Wais na dapat!


This is the bodega store we checked it was referred to me by a friend na mahilig mag renovate ng house. Items that are slightly scratched or my dents or used as displays sa SM ata.. They have sofas, cabinets dining tables, vanity, side tables, tv tables, chairs, in short lahat! And up to 70% off.. Will find the address soo i can share it with you guys. No need to spend hundreds of thousands on furniture! Heres our solution! Id rather spend my money on things that would make my baby happy!


I didnt get this but its a good buy! 3,500!! Dating 17k+.. Why not konting punas!


My new home isnt quite done yet, kulang pa ng 1 air conditioner and stove but soon maapupuno na. No wifi yet too so bare with me! Ill be posting more soon as i can! Let u know how im getting by! Ahaha Its a nice feeling that everything in your home galing sa linag hirapan mo. Tunay na grown up problems nako! Still cant believe im a mom and on my own! Soo sureal!!! Omggggg!!!


Be kind,
Mel