Archives for January 2014

Take Advantage of Kumon’s 2-Week Free Trial

01.28.2014 by mumwrites // Leave a Comment

Kumon is something that I’ve always wanted for the little man to try. They have this individualized teaching format that I am sure my son would benefit from. I would love to enroll Jared in reading, as it would really be ideal for him to learn how to read soon. We have inquired last year, but backed out of my plan to enroll Jared since he was still a lot younger then, plus his pedia recommended that I look for a playschool where my son can get plenty of interaction with kids his age, which I did. For this year, though, and in preparation for my little on going to big school in June, I would like for him to give Kumon a shot and hopefully he enjoys it and learns from it.

I know a number of mummy blogger friends who enrolled their little ones to Kumon and got good results. That is why when sis Jobelle, Kim’s mum {one of the little man’s former playschool playmate}, told me about the latest Free Trial in Kumon, I did not hesistate to give them another visit to inquire.

I was told that for me to avail of the 2-week free trial classes I have to attend their parents’ orientation first. Here in Malolos, it was scheduled on 08 February at 12.30nn. I was told that I will receive an SMS a day before reminding me of the orientation so am marking my organizer for that.

If you plan to enroll your little ones to Kumon, I suggest you try their Free trial first and see if your children will enjoy it. For registration and further information, contact Kumon through the following:

ph.kumonglobal.com
0917-542-0385
{02} 885-0226 {Makati Office}
{032} 236-1307 {Cebu Office}
{02} 921-9363 {Quezon City Office}

Mum Finds: Cute Animal Food Picks

01.27.2014 by mumwrites // Leave a Comment

We went to Robinson’s Place last Friday after the little man’s playschool class. We ordered his fave food from Chowking for takeaway as we planned to eat at home. After queuing for a few minutes and waiting for our orders to arrived, we ventured to the mall’s second floor to check out Daiso. We’ve only been to the mall for a couple of times and we have not been able to check out this shop. I know I aimed to be more frugal this year so I am actually avoiding to frequent places when I know I will end up spending $$$ and I have been successful so far. I have not bought anything unplanned or out of my shopping list for almost a month now and I guess it is time to reward myself with a little something for the effort!

True enough, while browsing through the racks of displays in Daiso, I chanced upon these very cute animal food picks which I have been wanting to have since last year. I quickly got a pack as it will be a great addition to my bento stash that I plan to put to good use once the little man goes to big school this coming school year. I have been eyeing to get this set as Jared really loves animals and I am sure he will enjoy using these picks. A pack of 10 picks, in lovely animal designs like giraffe, zebra, panda amongst others, sells for Php88.

Daiso is a treasure trove of really cute stuff that is why a trip to this place at any given time is such a treat. They also have lovely Hello Kitty and Twin Stars items, as well as beautiful jars in interesting designs. As for me, I am getting the kawaii lunchboxes next time.

Product Review: Celeteque DermoScience Eye Tuck Plus Dark Circles Lightener

01.25.2014 by mumwrites // 18 Comments

I’ve always had these dark circles around my eyes for most of my adult life. It did not help that I suffered from insomnia when I was in College and would often stay wide awake until the wee hours of the morning writing love-sick poetry and doing whatever else I can do at the time.

The constant lack of sleep when I became a mum only added to the puffiness of my eyes. And since I am nocturnal and would almost always prefer to tinker on my blogs and finish other online deadlines in the dead of the night, the condition of the skin around my eyes only worsen as time goes by.

That’s why it is such great news to be one of the recipients of a couple of Celeteque DermoScience Brightening Eye Tuck plus Dark Circles Lightener tubes. I immediately used the product after I opened the package.

Celeteque DermoScience Brightening Eye Tuck plus Dark Circles Lightener in a nutshell

This Unilab product is formulated with innovative Eyeseryl Tetrapeptide Complex that improves skin elasticity and fights water accumulation ~ the two main reasons of puffiness around the eyes, thereby effectively countering the formation of loose skin around our peepers. It promises to significantly lighten the dark circles around the eyes, giving us a brighter and stress-free look, in just 4 weeks.

The products is easy enough to use. All you have to do is wash your face clean and gently dab and spread an ample amount of it on the skin surrounding the eyes using your index finger. It is recommended that you use it daily, in the morning and at night, to yield positive results.

This product is also proven and backed up by an open clinical trial conducted amongst women 30-60 years of age with puffy eye bags and dark under-eye circles. [Read more…]

{Where-To-Weekend} Teacher Yaya: A Workshop

01.24.2014 by mumwrites // Leave a Comment

Being a nanny sure is one great responsibility, they are, after all, mum’s partner in raising her little ones. Nannies, even when they are under your employ, are more like a vital part of your family, helping take care and raise your children. I was not able to have first hand experience with a nanny as I was lucky enough to have my sister around to help take care of the little man when I went back to work briefly right after he was born, but I think finding the best nanny and having one that shares the same passion and sentiments with regards to your children is a blessing .

Needless to say, much like parents, nannies also need all the help and support they can get. And it will surely be a worthwhile investment for mums to send their nannies to workshops and training to be able to improve themselves and the kind of work and services they render.

That is why for mums with nannies, I recommend you check the Teacher Yaya: A Workshop facilitated by The Learning Basket. Happening on 15 February, 2014 at the Medela House, Quezon City between 9-11.30am, this workshop for our favorite household help will tackle topics such as:

A yaya’s special role in a child’s life
How to understand a child’s actions and not think that he is “naughty”
How to respond to one’s alaga
Why TV and tablets are not good for kids below three years old
Why and how to play with one’s alaga, depending on age

Each slot is available for Ph500 inclusive of snacks, handouts and certificates. Limited slots are available, so if you are interested, do sign up your yaya now.

To register, and to know more about this workshop, kindly visit The Learning Basket Website.