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Understanding Multiple Intelligence and Knowing the Real Measure of Success

By Mommy Donna and Kib - April 10, 2015

As you know, I have a Master’s degree in education and a licensed teacher in the Philippines. I learned about multiple intelligence in one of my subjects in graduate school and I do strongly believe that each and every person is gifted. If you have met my son Kib, you will say that he is highly gifted in interacting with other people. He can easily make new friends and can interact to both adults and children.

I am so happy to learn that there are companies who believe in each individual’s gifts. One of them is Progress Pre-School Gold.

Ms. Tessa Valdes-Prieto, the host of the event

Rhea Villareal, Senior Product Manager of Progress Pre-School Gold, said that the company is continuously seeking ways for parents and educators to recognize that developing multiple intelligence is as just as relevant as academic performance, giving kids today the chance to develop their inherent skills in a motivated and well-rounded environment. Moreover, multiple intelligence can spark multiple achievements.

During the Progress Pre-School Gold’s Multiple Intelligence Recognition Day held last March 26, 2015 at RCBC Plaza, Makati City, several of the country’s young multi-achievers were given recognition for their achievements in their respective schools. The following were Progress Pre-School Gold’s multi-achievers:

· Sofia Pablo – Best in Math, Best in Freestyle Swimming, Star Scout Team Leader
· Cedric Rafael Uson – Best in Literary Recital, Taekwondo Gold Medalist, Red Cross Member
· Sean Clarence Cai – Consistent Honor Student, Taekwondo Champion, Class President
· Luis Raphael Danao – Consistent Top 3 Student, Basketball Varsity Bronze Medalist, Student Council Officer
· Ciara Russeger – Spelling Bee Champ, Soccer Juniors League Player, Animal Rights Advocate

Kim Atienza, the keynote speaker of the event, also shared his experiences as a multi-achiever.

To further promote multiple intelligence, Wyeth partnered with Reading Association of the Philippines (RAP), a non-government organization committed to improve all aspects of the national reading programs and teaching procedures through teacher-training and research.

Wyeth gave RAP a symbol of their partnership

RAP calls educators to embrace a comprehensive curriculum to promote students’ maximum participation for overall development. It educates school teachers using proven progressive methods to teach kids to learn to read and enhance comprehension – thus, facilitate a better learning environment to help students to progress into multi-achievers.

Multiple Intelligence advocates Jenni Epperson and Mikaela Lagdameo-Martinez were also given recognition during the event. They encouraged Filipino moms to move up to a more progressive approach to parenting as experts prove that young minds gain knowledge through play, direct experience and social interaction.

Everyone who attended the event were given Achievers’ Kit. This aims to encourage moms to reward the different achievements of their child. The rewards are focused on three main categories, namely: Body Smart, Brain Smart, People Smart. This promotes the recognition of not only intellectual intelligence, but also physical and social intelligences. The holistic development acknowledges more opportunities among this generation’s children to drive advancement for this county.

The Achievers’ Kit is a wonderful way of encouraging your children to always to their best in everything they do.

Parents should always be there to support their children on his/her chosen field. Children shine when parents let them shine. Words of encouragement and affirmation should be given to the children on every achievements they get, no matter how big or small it is.

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On Keeping Baby’s Bum-bums Dry and Rash-free

By Mommy Donna and Kib - April 10, 2015

When Kib was still a baby, 99.9% of his babyhood depended on disposable diapers. I only tried cloth diapering for just a day. Honestly, I do not have the patience to constantly change nappies that is why I opted for a disposable one; also to lessen the daily laundry (it’s my mom who does the laundry at home, hehe).

I have tried several brands, but one thing that I can honestly say that I never tried generic diapers bought in wet and dry markets. I am scared that these generic disposable diapers are not well-handled that there are already bacteria in it; thus, might hurt my son’s gentle and sensitive skin.

I also have two sets of disposable diapers: one for daytime use and one for overnight use. I do not like waking up in the evening just to change Kib’s wet and full diapers.

I am so happy to learn that Pampers recently launched a new line of disposable diapers which can both cater to morning and evening needs of babies and toddlers. Too bad Kib is already way past diapering stage, haha.

Last March 18, 2015, Pampers launched their newest line of disposable diapers, Baby Dry. I am so glad that they still invited me even if Kib is no longer wearing diapers. Pampers has been in the industry for so long that it already became a household name (just like Colgate for toothpaste, Xerox for photocopier, etc.).

Once a Pampers baby, always a Pampers baby

Pampers all throughout the years

Kib posing with Andi Manzano, Pampers newest brand ambassador. Days after the event she gave birth to a healthy baby girl

Pampers Baby Dry is the best and driest in 10 years, which can provide up to 12 hours of skin dryness. No more waking up in wee hours just to change nappies, so moms can feel assured that their baby gets a good night’s sleep he/she needs for a morning full of firsts and development.

Pampers come in five (5) different sizes. The picture above is for newborns (up to 5kg).

Studies have shown that babies who sleep better are happier and more sociable in the mornings. They also appear more positive about interacting and concentrating, and are more alert, playful and friendly with those around them. These moments are important for baby’s social and cognitive development as well ass providing an ideal bonding time for babies and moms. While there are several factors which may affect a baby’s sleep, wetness and hunger have been suggested as the two most common reasons for baby waking up at night.

Here are the features and benefits of new Pampers Baby Dry:

· Soft Touch Dry Layer – quickly absorbs wetness to keep it away from baby’s skin

· Magic Gel – helps to absorb and lock in up to 7 wettings, from night until morning

· Stretchy Tapes – provide a superior fit and comfort, especially overnight

· All Around Breathability – with micro holes that prevent stuffiness to increase comfort and avoid skin irritation

· Fun Designs – in vibrant, teal colored packaging make changing time a lot more fun

We did the Pampers test during the event and I really can’t believe my eyes that Pampers can quickly absorb wetness! All the things mentioned above are real! No camera tricks or whatsoever!

Ready to take the test!

Mommy Roxi Santiago pouring the same amount of liquid on both diapers to test absorbency

Mommy Roxi pressing tissue on top of each diaper to test dryness

See how dry Pampers is (the one on top)

It's now my turn to test the stretchy tapes of Pampers

Look how amazed am I while stretching both diapers (Pampers in front and Brand X on the background)

The tapes of Brand X broke so I'm holding the rest of the diaper

We were also given a Pampers test kit to also try the same experiment at home. My son and I did the experiment at home and still, we got the same results!

Here's the Pampers test kit given to us during the event

Ready to take the Pampers test!

Kib pouring the liquid on both diapers (Pampers is on the right)

Kib testing the dryness and quick absorbency of both diapers

To further test the dryness, the two mini stuffed toys

Look at the bum-bums of both bears, both are actually dry, but absorbency-wise, Pampers absorbed the liquid faster than Brand X

The stretch test. We weren't able to stretch fully because I'm stronger than Kib

Together with the new diaper launch, Pampers also unveils a new online application, Pampers First Book, which allows Filipino parents to record their babies’ important first moments and share with their family and friends.

Jan Ang, country marketing manager of P&G Distributing (Phils.) said, “Just like every new day is different, every baby’s first is unique too.”

As simple as logging journal entries, uploading images and videos, Pampers First Book goes on this journey of development with parents from baby’s first overnight sleep to his/her first few steps. Pampers not only enables baby a good night’s sleep that leads to another day of firsts, but also helps parents remember, celebrate, and share milestones with family and friends.

The first 12 accomplishments uploaded by parents at Pampers First Book may be made into a movie, Pampers First Movie.

It is so exciting to document the milestones of our babies! Sometimes I still walk down memory lane, looking at my son’s baby photos to see all of his developments. Oh, how I miss having a baby!

Good job, Pampers, for providing a new product for babies and for providing an avenue for parents to document their baby’s firsts.

***To create Pampers First Book and First Movie accounts, log on to http://www.firstbook.ph

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I’m a Super Mom!

By Mommy Donna and Kib - April 10, 2015

I always regard myself as a multitasker. From being a single mom to a homeschooling mom to a stage mom to a work from home mom, you can see how busy I am in my daily life. Many people ask me how do I do all of these things. I even surprise myself for being able to accomplish multiple tasks on a daily basis and my friends say I’m a supermom. Well, maybe I am, but there are times that my superpowers wear out too. All superheroes have weaknesses, right?!

When I get sick, I feel guilty of not being able to do all my tasks. I even apologize to my son that I cannot do certain things because I feel ill. When I am sick, my son takes over doing some stuff at home. He even cooks simple dishes for the two of us (well, most of the time it's just cup noodles, haha). I feel lucky to have a caring son like Kib.

Last March 19, 2015, Glaxo SmithKilne (GSK) relaunched Panadol with their newest brand ambassador, Ryan Agoncillo. Ryan is known for being a good father to two kids (Yohan and Lucho), athlete (he is into motorcycles and triathlons), photographer, and host.

Panadol advocates the importance of having pain-free moments with loved ones. Panadol has Optizorb technology, providing a quick recovery period so we can easily go back to our regular tasks. It is a type of paracetamol caplet that works five times faster than regular formulation. It contains the same amount of paracetamol (500mg) compared with other brands, so you can feel confident in its ability to relieve pain discomfort associated with the following: headache, tension headache, period pain, cold and flu symptoms, migrane headache, muscular aches, arthritis/osteoartrithis, backache, and toothache. In addition, Panadol also helps to reduce fever. This can be taken by people with dengue fever. This can also be taken by people with with sensitive stomachs, stomach ulcers and other stomach disorder. It is also safe for pregnant and breastfeeding moms.

I was able to see with my two eyes during the event how Panadol works quickly compared with the competitor-brand.

Look at the series of photos below how Panadol dissolved quickly in two minutes:

The next time I will feel ill, I’ll take Panadol. No more guilt feelings, back to regular programming, back to being a Super Mom!

***Panadol with Optizorb comes in 36 x 10s dispenser box and a 10s pack. Each tablet’s SRP is P4.00 and is available in all leading drugstores nationwide. For more information about pain management, visit www.panadol.com.