Ever since I decided to be a stay-at-home-mom, I have struggled with this decision. I wanted to personally take care of my kids, but I also feel guilty for not contributing financially. Hence, I also have the desire to work. Or at least work from home. It is also a dream of mine to have my own business, but it is difficult to come up with a feasible one. The moms who work from home or who have successful businesses are quite enviable because they have the best of both worlds. Elle: Daddy, … [Read more...]
My Mama Said, Cymplified!
I'm sure our moms have statements that they always repeat to us as we grow up. Here are a few reminders that I remember being told: • Finish every single bit of rice on your plate lest you get a pock-faced husband. • Don't shower after eating a meal, you might get appendicitis. • Kissing the dog/cat can cause asthma. • Eating lots of squash could give you a good eyesight. • Sleeping while your hair is wet will make you go blind. • Towels need to be changed after three days of … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Reminders, Cymplified!
I'm trying to psych myself now, with less than a month to go, so I came up with some points I want to remember after I give birth, so I could be encouraged to breastfeed. These are what I will think of when I see my breasts. Believe that I will produce milk for my baby. Rest when I could to avoid stress and tiredness, factors which could lower milk production. Enjoy hanging out with my baby while she feeds. Anticipate challenges. Solicit help from other breastfeeding moms or moms who have … [Read more...]
A Makati Shangri-La Stay (day 2), Cymplified!
I woke up at around 6 in the morning, still sleepy. But, I was looking forward to breakfast at Circles, Makati Shangri-La. Nomnomnom! We left after I washed the baby bottles and put them in the sterilizer. I was so full my tummy didn't even have room for the pastries and muffins. Darn! We went back to our rooms afterwards. After a little rest and getting the swimming paraphernalia ready: a beach ball and a float ring, we were set! Elle was excited, I could tell. She and daddy hanged … [Read more...]
A Makati Shangri-La Stay (day 1), Cymplified!
My friend is pregnant with her first child and I with my third. We thought of having a sort of joint photoshoot and stayed at Makati Shangri-La hotel to put some vouchers to good use. Caleb and I were warmly welcomed with smiles, the front desk ladies were enamored with his cuteness. The one assisting me even carried him while I sign some documents. I was disappointed with the Superior Rooms we were assigned with. They were so small and we didn't know if the shoot could be done there. We … [Read more...]
Date At Home, Cymplified!
And so, the baby has arrived. Dad and mom need a day or night off to recharge. But, the little one won't sleep! Or his sleep pattern is so erratic it's unpredictable, therefore, they cannot leave the tot to a nanny or grandparent since sometimes only the parents or the mom in particular can put him to sleep. It might be counterintuitive to have a family sleepover at a hotel since it's not home and the baby most likely will be sensitive to the new surroundings; but wouldn't it be great to have … [Read more...]
Appreciation in Marriage, Cymplified!
It is very easy to nitpick and point out the faults of a person. It is without effort that people see the negative traits that stand out among the many wonderful attributes a person possesses. This is especially true for people who live under one roof. Being with your spouse each and every single day makes his/her shortcomings more glaring. It also makes you see why you fell in love with that person and more. We need to train our eyes and heart on the positive aspects of someone, … [Read more...]