Colorful Bonding Moment with Crayola

June 8, 2013

Gymboree Play & Music
Shangri-la Mall
EDSA corner Shaw Blvd.,
9107529

My baby girl attended her first ever event last Saturday... yipee! We were invited by AMSPEC (Amalgamated Specialties Corporation), makers of T-Pencil and Crayola products, to join in an afternoon of Arts and Crafts.

 activity #2: DIY hand puppet

We arrived at the venue an hour late, parents and their kids were already doing activity number 2 ; p Kids/activities were segregated by age group. I think my little girl was the youngest of them all ; )

AMSPEC and Gymboree provided all the materials needed for the DIY hand puppet. All we needed to do was follow the instructions of the teacher.

Read more after the break...

Win PhP 10,000 in Appebon Kid Mom's Grocery Blowout

Mga mommies, how's your Sunday? Here's another great news---> For the month of May, you can have a chance to win a PhP 10,000 worth of grocery shopping spree from Mom's Grocery Blowout Promo courtesy of Appebon Kid! What a treat!!!

 Appebon Kid Mom's Grocery Blowout

I just finished submitting my entry, I hope you can submit an entry by following these very simple steps after the break ; )

Baby Surprises: Green Sproutlets & Bvlgari (Bulgari)

Lately, I have been receiving a lot of gift packages for my baby girl. One of my favorite was from a blogger friend, My Mom-Friday. She sent over some limited edition organic clothing apparel from Green Sproutlets. I already wrote about the brand last year, you can read my post here.

  Green Sproutlets Retro-Polka Collection (clockwise from left): Green Sproutlets Girls Pink Polka Tee & Ruffled Pants, Orange Onesies, Organic Reversible Hooded Blanket and Girls Organic Burpie and Girls Onesies 

I am tickled pink! I only want the best for my baby and Green Sproutlets clothing is ultra-soft to touch- perfect for my baby's sensitive skin. It is made of high quality Certified Organic Cotton (30%) and Viscose from Bamboo (70%) and other sustainable fabrics like soy or hemp.

With its polka-print and solid combination, going green has never been this fashionable!

Read more after the break...

Lalaloopsy: Cloud E. Sky and her pet Puffy Poodle

The entire content of this entry has been transferred in my new blog, xoxo MrsMartinez

Good news! After my desperate tweet and post in FaceBook, I was finally able to find the Lalaloopsy character that I was looking for in SM Sta. Mesa's Toy Kingdom Express. I think I bought the last piece available in the market lol Anyway, I am so happy that I got my hands on Cloud E. Sky.

 Lalaloopsy Cloud E. Sky PhP 1699.75 isn't she the cutest?

Thank you all to those who tweeted and texted me. You gave me all sorts of tips on where I can find the doll, I appreciate it. One of my friends who was in Target when I posted my status in FB, immediately sent me a private message if I wanted one. She could get it for me for only $23.99. I can't believe that it is so cheap there compared to its price here ; (

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Chicco Jazzy in Red Wave

I was not able to blog yesterday because it was my birthday. I was out celebrating with my parents during lunch and with DH and baby during dinner. Anyway, more on that in my next post!

For today, I want to share my recent purchase for my baby girl, a new high chair! When I went to Rustan's, I didn't know that there are a lot to choose from. Prices also varies. Chicco brand won me over because I think it was the most stable among the bunch.

Chicco Jazzy in Red Wave PhP 5,995.75

Just a precaution, highchairs are for kids who are able to sit upright without any help from an adult. This is recommended for babies that are 6 months or older. With this type, I can use it for my baby until she turns 3 years old or weighs 15kg. 

For a closer look, read after the break...

Shoo Mosquito: Propolis Ointment, Cebo De Macho & Baygon Mat Anti-Dengue

Earlier this month, I blogged about Burt's Bees Outdoor Bug Bite Relief. Since I posted the entry, I got a lot of comments/suggestions for treating mosquitoes bites from readers like you. I found out online that one of the two active ingredients in Burt's Bees Outdoor Bug Bite Relief (Camphor) is not safe for babies... ack! *smacks myself in the head for not researching online before buying ; p

To make the long story short, I gave the tube to DH. I have since switched to Ilog Maria Propolis Ointment.

Ilog Maria Propolis Oitment 45g PhP 192.50 and SM Bonus Cebo De Macho 20g

A friend of ours went to Ilog Maria a few weeks ago. Bless him because he bought 2 jars of Ilog Maria Propolis Ointment for my baby. Now, why didn't I think of using that for treating my daughter's mosquito bites in the first place?! ; (

The mosquito bites she got during our Tagaytay vacation are healed already. My problem is her darkened skin where mosquito bite marks used to be. My SIL suggested Cebo De Macho, luckily, finding the product is easy. I found one near the check-out counter in SM Supermarket. I have been applying it onto her skin religiously.

To know more about the products and the results, read after the break....

Breeze Detergent with ActivBleach #SigeSaMantsa Giveaway!

You should have seen Breeze with ActivBleach commercial by now. If you haven't, where have you been? ; p Anyway, over a month ago, I got a package from Unilever filled with what else but the newest powder detergent in the market- Breeze Detergent with ActivBleach in all available sizes!

Breeze with ActivBleach 64g for only PhP 10

One of my pet peeves is when I see my baby's clothes with hard-to-remove stains. No matter how many hours of babad I do, the stains are still there. Well, here's the good news, there is an all-new laundry detergent called Breeze with ActivBleach.

Breeze uses a 4-enzyme technology that removes more stains, and a patented whitening agent that brings perceivable whiteness right after the first wash. This fast-actig ingredient works right on target, feeing moms from worrying about stains and dirt. A unique AD system was also added for better bulla, while special melamine ensure better fragrance delivery and keep laundry smelling fresh and clean.

With Breeze powder detergent, I am now a Sige Mom! I joined the countless mothers in their battle cry: Sige Sa Mantsa! 

Together with Breeze, mom need not worry about removing tough stains. I say sige to my child's learning of the world around her. 

For giveaway mechanics, read after the break...

Baby: Pigeon Safety Nail Clipper

I want to share this Pigeon Safety Nail Clipper that my mom bought in SM Baby & Co. for my baby. I tried using another brand with a magnifying glass but it failed in comparison with this.

Pigeon Safety Nail Clipper PhP 329.75

Materials:

• Blades: Steel
• Handle & Case: ABS Resin
• Cap: Polypropylene

I read in the label that it is ideal/recommended to trim baby's nails while he/she is sleeping. I found out that it is easier to trim my baby's nail while she is in front of the mirror! Bata palang kikay na!

Read more after the break...

Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Creamy Wash and Moisture Cream with Natural Colloidal Oatmeal

Hello! How's your week?

My SIL gave me  a set of Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief in Creamy Wash and Moisture Cream. I noticed immediately that it's Pediatrician Recommended and it's Fragrance Free. Well, that's good enough for me to give it a try!

 (left to right) Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Creamy Wash 236 ml and 

Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Moisture Cream 140 g

I know it's for babies but I can use it too, right? lol Btw, I read in the label that Aveeno Baby is a Johnson & Johnson product so it's a trust-worthy brand.

To know more about the two products, read after the break..

Let's Play GERBER Farm on Facebook!

Hello to all mommies out there! If you you have a child who is 6 month old and above then you are qualified to get free jars of Gerber.

First step is to  LIKE GERBER Philippines on Facebook. By simply playing the Gerber Farm app on Facebook, you get two jars of Gerber First Foods sample pack for FREE!

 Gerber First Foods Banana 80g and Broccoli 80g

What's more awesome is that the Gerber sample pack will be delivered straight to your preferred address within two weeks. I got mine within the week... woot!

Read more about the product after the break...

Gift Guide: Green Sproutlets Eco-Friendly Kids' Apparel

Since it's already December and I know most of you are rushing to make your Christmas purchases, I am posting a second Holiday Gift Guide this week ; p

This post is specially dedicated to all my readers who are addicted to online shopping. I have great news for you, Green Sproutlets is having an EXCLUSIVE holiday SALE over at Mothering Earthlings until December 31st only!

Green Sproutlets Boys Organic T-Shirt PhP 695 560

Green Sproutlets was inspired by a husband and wife team who felt the need to provide their daughter and other children who have sensitive skin with soft, hypoallergenic, eco-friendly clothing.

It uses only sustainable fabrics such as soy or hemp. Water-based ink was used for printing and low impact dyes. 

The Retro-Polka Collection

The Retro-Polka Collection is made of high-quality certified eco-friendly Viscose from Bamboo and certified 100% Organic Cotton.

I got another design- a girl's version of the organic t-shirt. It's very cute, you can view it after the break...

Miracle Escape: Baby hit by a train

baby hit by a train