Portable GPS for Expats

Working abroad?

Migrating to another country?

Intimidated about navigating an entirely new city?

Then consider getting a portable gps for your car or a handheld one and don't get lost. Ever. This is also a helpful idea for those who intend to backpack their way across countries and continents. Spend the time getting lost in enjoying your intended destination instead.

Travel Healthy

Since summer is upon us and people everywhere are making plans on where to go, I hope we also will take the time to schedule well-baby, well-adult checkups, dentist appointments as well as shots (flu, or otherwise). All kinds of people will be converging in the same cities and beaches and towns so the virus and bacteria in such places will be there to stay.

Consult your BCBSNC, Intellicare, Maxicare or whatever HMO you have and schedule these appointments. Be in the pink of health to really enjoy the sun and sea... and company!!!

Summer Reading Program in U.P.

as shared in our ygroups

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*U.P. College of Education*
*Reading Education Area*

*READING LINK SUMMER PROGRAM 2011*
(April 25 to May 25, 2011)

*A. Beginning Reading Program*
-Open to incoming KINDER to GRADE 2 students

*B. Enrichment Remedial Program*
-Open to incoming GRADE 3 to 2nd YEAR HIGH SCHOOL students

Placement Test: April 8 (Friday) at UPIS Grade School (3-6) Building
Class Days: Monday, Wed and Friday from 8-10:30am
Registration Fee: P1,000 ONLY!

The registration period if from Feb. 1 to April 7, 2011. There are only
limited slots. Please register early.

For inquiries, you may call 981-8500 local 2818, call/text 0927-6202439,
email reading.diliman@... or visit Room 200, Reading Deparment,
College of Education, UP Diliman.

Brandsfever Discounted Goods

Brandsfever is like a groupon site too where you can get accessories, clothes, even home decor at discounted prices. And we're talking branded stuff that one would not normally buy because of the cost and they're really just nice to have.

One of the things on sale there are Mothers en Vogue nursing and maternity clothes. These average P3,000 normally but can be grabbed from their site for P2,000 and less. So, what are you waiting for? Go to http://www.brandsfever.ph and register, then shop to your heart's delight!!!

Spend Summer in the Mountains

No need to be able to afford real expensive mountainside resorts like the Eden one in Davao. You just have to be willing to be adventurous and rough it up a little bit. Go mountain climbing with your family and bond under the stars in the cool night air. You don't even have to join open climbs, you can do it on your own. Of course, I am recommending minor climbs like Daguldul or Gulugod Baboy or Batulao (where the views are breathtaking and only about two hours of slow ascent).

The Metropolitan Mountaineering Society is a great resource for itineraries. You won't need Black Diamond Z-Poles for minor climbs but you still have to prepare and have the right gear (sturdy backpack) and shoes. You should also do your research about the area and mind advisories and local customs in deference to people living there.

Good luck. The beaches will be teeming with people so head to the mountains instead for the rest and relaxation you need.

ABCD + E of Parenting

A breastfeeding, Child care, Diet, etc course for parents by Prepimom.


*click the photo for a bigger copy

Registration fee for the 3 courses is P2,400 (P1,000 if attending only one). Fill up the form here to register.

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UPDATE, MARCH 18
We are still targeting to reach the required headcount to para we have a healthy discussion and active participation. We moved our sessions to a later date to accommodate moms/ couples who have not yet finalized the topics they wish to take.

The new schedules are as follows:

Breastfeeding 101 - April 2, 2011 9am-12noon
Child Care by Breastfeeding - April 9, 2011 9am-12noon
Diet for Wellness - April 16, 2011 9am-12noon

Another development po, the registered participant can now bring one companion to join him/her to the workshop. Which means, the rate P2,400 bundle (for the three sessions) or P1,000 (for individual session) is already for a pair.

Details attached as e-flyer at prepimom.multiply.com

Private Warehouse Sale of Mommy and Baby Products

Popular brands like Mamaway, Next9, Babymama, Mama.Baby.Love and other brands are having a private warehouse sale this March 26-27, 2011 at the 1st Floor Function Room of the Renaissance 3000, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City.

Print this flyer (click on the photo for a bigger copy) and get in for free. However, either bring cash or enroll your credit card in a Paypal account first before going. They won't have a credit card machine to swipe in.

Expo Kid 3

Mommy Mundo brings EXPO KID 3 as a great way to start summer, showcasing fun activities for kids of all ages. It's a one-stop shop for everything you might want your child to learn, even if he's only a baby. Think music and art classes as well as physical ones like swimming.

There will also be a bazaar for mommy and baby essentials as well as party planning booths, preschools, etc. There will be activity stations and onstage activities from Camp Explore, Aqualogic, My Masterpiece,
Gymboree.

Mommy Mundo is also launching their Mommy Mundo Privilege Passport at Expo Kid 3. Apply now at http://www.mommymundo.com/passport and get a P50 discount then claim at the expo.

Prepare those wallets Mommies :) Here is the lineup of activities at Expo Kid 3:

10am- Formal Opening
10:30-11am- Kindermusik Philippines (tentative)
11:15-11:45- GSK sponsors portion
12:45-1:15- Cooking with Chef Golda Laurel-Liamzon
1:30-2:00- Fashion Show feat. Elle Apparel
2:15-2:45- Gymboree's Parachute Time
3:00-3:30- Camp Explore
3:45-4:15- Talk for moms: The Stork Studio: "How to take better
photos of your kids"
4:30-5:15-Musik Garten
6:15-6:45-My Masterpiece Movement

See you there!!!

Scarecrow Festival in Manila

In celebration of the National Trade Fair's 20th year, the Cagayan Valley Region is holding a Scarecrow Festival in Manila at SMX Convention Center this March 17-20, 2011. Aside from the scarecrows in elaborate costumes, Cagayan Valley will also be exhibiting their culture though food and crafts.

Expect a lot of hats, local delicacies and even furniture.

There will be a grand scarecrow parade, dances, regional crafts demo and also a cooking demo by Cook magazine. The National Trade Fair will also offer the following free seminars/workshops to be held at Seminar Room 1 & 2 from March 18-20 March 2011:

•Design and Market Trends
•Demonstration on Perfume Making
•Globalization Trend: How does it affect the Industry and Leveling up the Supply Chain
•Financing and Lending Programs by SMEs
•Putting your Business Online
•Demonstration on Fashion Accessory Making
•Recycling for Business
•Business Options


For more details, contact CITEM's Special Projects Division at (02) 831-2336 or e-mail sprojects@citem.com.ph.

Cheap Medical Uniforms

Many people in the country think that cheap medical uniforms can only be found in Divisoria because everything is supposedly sold there. Possibly, there are sellers of healthcare uniforms there but the scrubs I always see being sold there are the printed ones usually worn by nannies, not nurses.

If you're looking for hospital scrubs, then it's Bangbang (in Sta. Cruz) where you should go. It's really the area where medical uniforms are sold along with all those other medical equipment (from nebulizers to hospital beds and wheelchairs). They come in many colors too and cost around P300 a pair (top and pants).

Gifts for Babies and Tots

The usual gifts are clothes and toys and books. But if you're looking for gifts for baby boys and girls that will be a little unique, foster imaigination and last longer, then how about giving locally made wooden toys designed by a Waldorf Mom?

One Planet Noah is selling toys like a marble lane (which my son loved at St. Michael Playhouse), castanets (if you want something noisy), a wooden horse and a boat (that functions more like a seesaw), finger puppets, playing house stuff like cooksets and wooden blocks and bricks. One Planet Noah even has these horses that are only horse heads and a pole, and a shield and sword set, perfect for toddlers pretending to joust!

Be a more intentional gift giver! :)

Free Fonts

If you're still digiscrapping those holiday and Valentine photos so as not to have any back logs when summer comes, and you need cool fonts for your layouts, then just check out Kevin and Amanda's free fonts :)

I especially love the Fontmoochers one :) Get creating with these too and turn them into alphas.