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Manila, Philippines - Good Housekeeping Philippines, the leading family and home magazine in the country, in partnership with Smartparenting.com.ph and Yummy magazine, recently held the newest gathering of Modern Urban Moms (MUMS) on May 28, Saturday, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the SM Mall of Asia Main Mall, Atrium. I came with my friend and we're both excited to see everything! We both got our own passports and once signed by all participating concessionaires, we can submit it for the raffle draw.  MUMS of Manila was a whole-day event where moms who attended were able to SHOP  from 30 concessionaires offering the latest products covering beauty and wellness, food, kids, and home. I discovered natural household products, food, great discounts and even Tarot reading is available! It is overwhelming to see a lot of products that could help moms in our daily needs. LEARN  from a series...

Run Proceeds will go to the Philippine Animal Welfare Society Save the date and get your kids and furry friends to start stretching their muscles for the Nickelodeon Slime Cup Run happening at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds on Sunday, May 29 at 6am! The Slime Cup Run promises a race like no other, filled with lots of Nickelodeon’s signature green slime. “We're thrilled to be organizing the Nickelodeon Slime Cup Run over this school holiday season. We encourage play through sports.And this is a ‘slime-tastic’ opportunity to enable kids, families and their pets to get outdoors and bond over silly, slimy fun – in true Nickelodeon style – this summer!” said Dinna Zaratan, Country Manager, Philippines, Viacom International Media Networks. The Nickelodeon Slime Cup Run is the ultimate summer activity for the whole family.Everyone, from the little ones to parents, and even dogs can join. Runners can sign up for three categories, namely: the 200m dash for kids aged ...

Eating more than shopping. Paying more than buying. Press Release MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Payday has often been touted as a time of increased spending power for the Filipino worker. But research reveals that payday is more about food than anything else. In an online survey of 345 respondents, Lazada Market Intelligence discovered that 47.4% of workers spend more on food during payday vs. 41% who spend the same.  26% of respondents spend 50% more and 21% claiming to spend up to twice as much for their payday meals. The payday meal is deeply ingrained in the Filipino psyche with 55% of respondents reporting that they spend their first paycheck on treating their family to a lunch or dinner while 37.5% immediately associate any bonus salary to treating their family to a meal. This tradition is so prevalent that 20% of respondents actually dread family and friends asking for a payday “blowout.” Where do the rest of one’s earnings go? Bills. Bills. Bills. 74% of res...

Mommy Star has always lived up to her name. As a hands-on single parent, the working mom loves to share her mommy stories on Facebook. Through her kwela videos about the most random life hacks and helpful tips and tricks, fans and followers alike have grown fond of Mommy Star’s antics. Mommy Star loves to entertain her daughter during her downtime by singing her heart out and when she dances, it’s like no one’s watching! Mommy Star is truly a show of her own! Just like Mommy Star, I do love to entertain my kids. I sing and dance with them and it's fun.! I also cook with my kids which is one of the bonding moments with them. I have 5 children and my eldest daughter is a culinary graduate and what she does is prepare merienda or teach her siblings how to cook. I am greatful to see my kids grow close together. They all love cheese, whether it's for merienda or any meal. I am happy to see a mom like Mommy Star, who is a great inspiration to all parents. I only...