Bagong Nanay

Author: Bagong Nanay

  • 4 tips to cope with daily nanayhood struggles

    4 tips to cope with daily nanayhood struggles

    I have to say – nakakaloka na ang mga turn of events. Mag-iisang taon na tayong naka-quarantine dahil sa Covid-19 pandemic. Parating na ang mga bakuna, pero ang bagal ng usad. Dagdag pa diyan, hindi nauubos ang chores natin bilang mga nanay. Shoutout sa mga walang yaya o kamag-anak na kasama sa bahay katulad ko, minsan, hindi ko na alam kung saan pwede humugot ng sanity.

    Nakaka-pressure rin pala no, na ang tingin ng society sa mga nanay ay mga superwoman. May nabasa akong meme kanina, natawa nalang ako. Kasi nakakarelate ako.

    Credits: Close to Classy

    May mga araw na para bang ayaw mong magpaka-nanay. Yung sana pwede lang humilata sa kama at magpahinga. Pero hindi, babangon at babangon tayo dahil nanay tayo. Nanay na tayo.

    Kaya naman, naisipan ko magtanong sa mga kapwa ko nanay sa Instagram kung ano ang mga recent discovery nila para makapag-cope sa nanayhood struggles na nararanasan natin everyday.

    Bilang isang development worker, naniniwala ako na bilang nanay, kailangan holistic ang pagtingin natin sa health natin. Na hindi lang dapat healthy ang katawan at ang kinakain natin. Dapat kasama rin ang emotional, mental, at spiritual health natin. Kundi, hindi tayo totoong okay. Hindi natin maseserve ang mga pamilya natin kung tayo mismo ay hindi okay.

    Tip #1: Move.

    Siguro mag-aagree kayo na isa sa pinaka-challenging sa sitwasyon natin ngayon ay yung bawal lumabas. Mga social creatures tayo eh. Yung panay punta ng mall kahit wala namang bibilhin. Tatambay sa labas ng bahay para makapag-chikahan sa kung sinumang nasa labas. O pupunta ng Starbucks para makipag-catch up sa friends.

    Napakahirap na limited ang galaw natin. Hindi tayo makahinga. Kaya sana makahanap tayo ng way para igalaw ang mga katawan natin. Gaya ni Mommy Chee. Sabi niya, “Recent discovery ko is mag-bike kapag madami na akong iniisip. Lalo na sa mga area na may mga puno.”

    Nakakamiss mag-Zumba. Yung naka-social distancing kayo para hindi magkatamaan sa pagsayaw. Pero pagkatapos nun, kakain kayo sa tapsihan. Pwede pa rin naman mag-Zumba sa bahay, gaya ng kwento ni Mommy Rej dito sa blog niya.

    Involve mo din si LO sa paggalaw para masarap nap niya

    No excuses tayo, mga nanay. Kasi according to Mama Mindy, kahit 6 weeks post-partum ka palang, pwede ka na mag-balik alindog program! Depende sayo kung ano ang gagawin mo para gumalaw basta gumalaw ka. Kasi ako sa totoo lang, sinasayawan ko nalang yung Cocomelon at Pororo.

    Tip #2: Communicate.

    Madami satin na sasabihin na mayakap at makiss lang tayo ng mga anak natin, pawi na ang pagod natin. Pero minsan, may iba pa tayong kailangan para naman maboost ang emotional health natin.

    Sabi ni Nanay Daisy, “Ako po nadiscover kong magbasa ng mga iba’t ibang stories ng mga kapwa ko nanay.” Bilang mga Bagong Nanay, nangangapa tayo minsan. At okay lang yun. Kaya mahalaga ang pag-share ng mga kuwento natin gaya ng sabi ni Mommy Daisy. Abangan: #KuwentongBagongNanay this Saturday!

    Kailangan din natin ng kausap tungkol sa mga feelings natin. Kasi kung yung anak lang natin ang kausap natin, baka maloka tayo. May phase sa buhay ko (bago pa ko magkaron ng anak) na parang mas gusto ko mag-open up sa mga strangers kesa sa mga taong malapit sakin. Wala lang, parang no judgment lang. Bagong perspective ba. Isa sa mga apps na nakatulong sa akin noon ay ang 7 Cups. Pwede niyo siya itry – lalo na sa mga panahong kailangan niyo lang talaga ng makakausap.

    Ito rin ang dahilan bakit ko naisip gumawa ng Viber group ng mga Bagong Nanay. Napakalaking bagay yung may makakausap ka na naiintindihan ka, at magrereply sa tanong mo. Kaya kung hindi ka pa kasali, join ka na sa Bagong Nanay Community. Dito, may nanay na gising para sumagot sa mga tanong mo. Kahit ano pa yan – from paano magpaputi ng kili-kili to anong pakiramdam ng naglalabor na.

    Lagi ko itong ippromote hanggang sa sumali ka na

    Tip #3: Find your peace.

    Taas kamay kung katulad ko – na-a-anxious kayo araw-araw sa kung ano ang lulutuin almusal, tanghalian, at hapunan? Grabe pala maging adult no? Lahat yan iisipin mo kasi ikaw na yung nanay ng pamilya. Kaya kesa mastress ka sa araw-araw kakaisip, ang ginagawa ko ay nag-pi-prepare na ako ng plano ko for tomorrow.

    “To-do lists are lifesavers,” sabi ng mga taga-Parkwood Playschool. Napakalaking bagay sakin na nakaplano na ang araw ko, para wala akong makakalimutan at yung may sense of achievement ka at the end of the day dahil naaccomplish mo ang tasks mo. Kahit gaano pa kaliit yan. Actually, the more specific ang tasks na isulat mo, mas mataas daw ang chance na magawa mo ito.

    Naka-sale na yung planners ng Mommy Mundo! Check it out

    Tip #4: Believe.

    If you know me, baka di kayo maniwala but I (try to) start my day by reading the Daily Scriptures. Kasi minsan, feeling ko pag may problema ako, may sagot na agad si Lord/Allah/Universe bago ko pa itanong. Lalo na at a time like this, kailangan natin ng kakapitan na hindi kakalas sa atin.

    Isa rin sa mga recent discoveries ko ay ang Daily Wellness playlist ng Spotify. Nakakapag-meditate ako at the end of the day – pagtapos na ko magchores at manood ng K-drama. Nakaka-relax siya, at the same time, eto na yung pinaka-me time ko.

    Mix siya of talks and songs – sana naka-Premium ka; ako hindi

    Dahil minsan, hindi naman kailangan ng manicure o pedicure to feel that you are taking care of yourself. Minsan, sapat na yung huminga ka lang. Inhale, exhale. Inhale, exhale. After all, nanay tayo. Nanay na napapagod, nangangapa, nadadapa, pero sa huli, nagpapahinga. Humihinga. Dahil while we breathe, we hope.

    Mahirap maging nanay. Given na yun. Kaya let’s take it one day at a time lang.

    One last tip: When you feel super down or tired, hug your little one. Feel every tiny part of their body. And realize how that tiny little thing could give you so much love. How that small human can inspire you to be superhuman. Yes, babalik tayo sa yakap nila.

    We got this, Bagong Nanay. One day at a time.

    Nanay Judy

  • #BagongNanayReviews: Mega-Malunggay Capsules

    #BagongNanayReviews: Mega-Malunggay Capsules

    Are you also like me who is not fond of taking supplements in the form of capsules or tablets? I don’t know about you, but I don’t like the thought that I am taking medicines when I am perfectly fine. That’s why when I started breastfeeding, I prefer eating lactation treats or drinking malunggay as tea. You can read my review about my favorite malunggay tea here.

    But then there are days when I feel like my breasts are empty and my daughter’s about to feed, but I’m too tired or just too lazy to prepare a drink. That’s when – fine – these green, awkward-tasting malunggay capsules come handy.

    There are five reasons why I started taking Mega-Malunggay Capsules to help boost my breastmilk supply:

    1. It is widely used by moms.

    2. It doesn’t contain sugar.

    3. It is easy to take.

    4. It is cheap.

    5. It’s worth it.

    Not all hype

    A lot of celebrity moms and influencers have been promoting Mega-Malunggay capsules. I remember seeing a giant billboard of Bianca Gonzales promoting this VPharma product along EDSA.

    Photo credits: Bianca Gonzales’ Facebook account

    My favorite momma peg, Iya Villania-Arellano, also uses it, and promotes it on Instagram. I thought it was all hype, not until I used it myself.

    Photo from Iya Villania Arellano’s Instagram account

    Healthy option

    While it feels so good to give in to all the lactation treats available – tea, chocolate drink, coffee, cookies – name it, some moms just don’t like too much sugar. We Bagong Nanays are conscious about getting our prenatal body back. So a sugar-free lactation aid is always a good idea.

    Photo from VPharma’s Facebook page

    This is also the product preferred by pregnant moms who have been diagnosed to have gestational diabetes.

    No-frills malunggay

    Because of Mega-Malunggay, you don’t need to ask your husband to climb your malunggay tree, or ask your neighbor to spare you some leaves. You don’t need to go into the hassle of removing the malunggay leaves from the stems.

    Mega-Malunggay is made of pure malunggay leaves, and one capsule is already equivalent to 3/4 cup of malunggay leaves. You can also open the capsule up, and just sprinkle the malunggay powder to your food and drink!

    Photo from VPharma’s Facebook page

    Did you know that you can start taking Mega-Malunggay capsules on your 32nd week?

    Value for money

    For only 9.50php per capsule, it gives you the peace of mind that you can produce enough milk for your baby. Its effect varies per person, but based on my experience, taking Mega-Malunggay before bedtime gives me enough milk to put my baby to sleep. That’s of course complemented with unli-latch and enough rest and sleep.

    Mega-Malunggay has no approved therapeutic claims. But it is Halal-Certified and FDA-approved safe.

    Best in the market

    I used to take Natalac because it was readily available in drugstores. However, it only has 250g of malunggay. That’s why Mega-Malunggay is mega – it has the highest milligram available of malunggay plus 100mg of vitamin C.

    Photo: bagongnanay

    It works for me, and I hope it works for you too, Bagong Nanay. Would you like to try Mega-Malunggay? Comment below and I will give you a discount on your first order. You can also order your stocks at The Bagong Nanay Shop. Get it today.

  • HACKED! By working nanays

    HACKED! By working nanays

    #BagongNanayQOTW: Anong hack mo to manage both work and family?

    Last week, we focused on our full-time nanays – what their past jobs were before they chose to stay home and put their family first. This week, mga working nanays naman ang bida.

    Being a #BagongNanay is a tough job already, and to have a full-time job means you need another set of superpowers.

    I remember having a home-based job right after I quit my full-time work. Namiss ko kaagad yung daily grind, kaya nag-apply ako sa onlinejobs.ph as a communications manager for a Canada-based health company.

    We didn’t have a yaya or anyone else to help us with taking care of my then 9-month-old baby. So my schedule was crazy and unhealthy that I lost a lot of weight and I felt like the stress affected my breastmilk supply.

    So after four months of full-time work + full-time Nanay, I decided to quit. My husband supported me on my decision. Of course, I wanted to still contribute financially and not really stop working. But without anyone to help me, I was killing myself. So I just opted to do freelance work and started a reselling business instead.

    My boss was shocked that I had to leave that early. We enjoyed working together, but I told her, we are in the business of health and wellness. But your employee is turning into a zombie. Wag ganun, mamsh.

    So I thought of asking our working nanay followers on Instagram how in the world they are able to manage both working and taking care of their family. I am so happy with the hacks they shared!

    “YouTube Kids.” rejjventress

    Mommy Rej shared that sometimes, walang choice kasi minsan, lahat sila need mag-work. They would resort to letting her child watch YouTube Kids to keep him entertained.

    In one of the webinars by Mommy Mundo that I attended last year, a pediatrician said that giving screentime is not bad. It’s all about setting limits and making sure that the content that your child is watching is fit for their age. A tip that she shared is to check on your child once in a while, engage him/her with what they are watching so that there is still interaction happening.

    “Music!” arkaydee

    Mommy Rachel says playing a lot of music and dance helps her manage work and nanay life. It’s a good way to bond with your child too!

    Sometimes, when I need to cook or do something, I put my child on her high chair, give her crayons and paper, and then play Cocomelon or nursery rhymes on Spotify. Her eyes are not locked on the screen, but she is happy coloring while listening to her favorite rhymes. Win-win!

    “Work when they are asleep.” eringoesgaga

    For Mommy Erin, she works on graveyard shift. She works at night when her kids are asleep, and sleeps a bit in the day. She said, “the trick is to talk to them and let them understand why you need to work so they try and don’t disturb you. She adds, mahirap pero wala namang mahirap sa willing, and kakayanin naman.”

    Grabe talaga ang super powers ng mga nanay. I wonder how many hats a mother could wear. Salute!

    “Have a detailed daily routine.” fredaagustin

    According to Mommy Freda, “mas okay if alam ng anak mo yung daily routine niyo para both kayo ma-manage yung expectations per day. Better if detailed talaga yung routine with time and activity.”

    I think this is a really nice hack that moms can follow, once their child can understand setting expectations and following routines. I can’t wait for my toddler to understand that I have to work! Haha. Pero cherish ko muna ang moment ngayon.

    “Train them to do their school work.” mamee_aizy

    Check out this hack from Mommy Aizy: “Been working at home for seven years kaya sanay na sila na they cannot disturb me during work hours. I trained them to do their school work as [early] as four, and daily routine schedule works for us.”

    Ayun! Like Mommy Freda, daily routine schedule is key. Ang galing lang na kayang mag-cope ng mga kids once they understand why their mom needs to work, at the same time, ang galing na kinakaya ng mom to work despite the hardships that they experience.

    Thanks to everyone who shared their answers! Whether you are a full-time nanay, or a working nanay, saludo ako sa’yo, #BagongNanay. Walang hindi kakayanin para sa mga mahal natin.

    Should you need someone to talk to – mag-rant about work or mag-ask about nanayhood experiences, join us at the Bagong Nanay Community on Viber. It aims to be a safe space for first-time and modern moms to talk about motherhood, life, and anything under the sun. From one nanay to another. No judgment.

    Ikaw, #BagongNanay? Anong hack mo para kayanin maging working mom? Share mo naman!

  • #BagongNanayReviews: Beginnings Baby

    #BagongNanayReviews: Beginnings Baby

    #BagongNanayReviews: Beginnings Baby

    #BagongNanay, how was your experience shopping for newborn essentials?

    When I was pregnant with my daughter, I was both anxious and excited to complete THE list. My fellow #BagongNanay friend Rej shared an Excel file of baby stuff with me! It’s better than those available online because she vetted the checklist based on what’s really essential based on her experience. I had a phase wherein I would obsess on the list. I would ask my husband to go to the mall so we can buy this and that.

    Want the full list? Comment below or email me at bagongnanayshop@gmail.com and I can share it to you!

    I will always remember that moment when we finally went to the Baby Section in SM. We went straight to where the white stuff are. We were both shy at first to ask the saleslady what we need. We both teared up a little when it dawned upon us that legit – we’ll be having a baby! We got a set of tie-sides – sleeveless, short sleeves, and long sleeves. Towels, bibs, and blankets.

    It was all fun until – we couldn’t find a set of mittens of the same brand. Of course, we’d want the complete set for our baby! Sadly, the saleslady said “Out of stock po ang mittens, Ma’am.” Noooooo! My pregnancy hormones went wild.

    So we weren’t able to buy a set of mittens and booties yet. “Hanap nalang tayo sa ibang SM.” It took us a few trips to different SM stores – but we ended up buying mittens and booties from a different brand or else my baby will have none.

    Why did we scrimp on our baby’s first clothes anyway? Why did we settle for what’s in the mall? I realized just now. If I could turn back time, I would have looked for a better brand where I can buy the complete newborn stuff set, and spare me the headache and anxiety.

    Last month, I was lucky to receive a free gift from a mom I met in a mommy group im Viber. She is giving away a batch of Beginnings Baby gift sets! I know every #BagongNanay loves to receive freebies – especially if it’s a twinning mommy and baby shirt!

    Beginnings Baby is an all-white infant apparel brand, created specifically for babies 0-12 months. It carries a full range of baby apparel needs! Tie-sides, shorts, pajamas, bibs, and yes, mittens and booties!!! What’s best is you can buy individually or the complete set – ONLINE.

    Order by the bundle from their website!

    Yes. No need to go to the mall and look for the stuff yourself. Especially in this time of pandemic, a #BagongNanay needs to stay home. Don’t be shocked with the price of their bundles though – I don’t want to spoil it for you but – baby’s clothes are more expensive than our clothes!

    They didn’t ask me to write a review here in my blog, but the free stuff they gave me – a mommy shirt and a pack of sando for my baby – were the coolest stuff we’ve worn! I had to write about it!

    Super soft fabric!

    The fabric is cool because it’s soft and breathable. I’m actually wearing it right now. I feel like I’m a baby too.

    Hands down comfy

    The size is also comfy for both of us! So comfy and breathable that my toddler wants to go inside my shirt to breastfeed!

    I love it! I’d definitely get my next baby’s stuff from them! (Hopefully after three years!)

    Head on to their website beginningsbaby.com and check out their all-white baby stuff. Start your baby right. You can thank me later. :)

    Have you tried Beginnings Baby? What can you say about it? Comment below!

    Nanay Judy

  • Manager noon, nanay ngayon

    Manager noon, nanay ngayon

    #BagongNanayQOTW: Anong work mo bago ka naging #BagongNanay?

    Around this time last year, I was wrapping up meetings and presentation decks, completing my clearance requirements, and thinking twice if I would really quit my job. I was part of the communications team of a non-profit organization for six years. It was my dream job. Prior to that, I was a news writer and a field reporter.

    I submitted my resignation letter on January 29, 2020, and I thought it was one of the bravest things I’ve done in my life.

    I realized that what’s braver and more courageous is the ability to put up with that decision everyday. Before being a full-time nanay, I worked jobs that required me to travel a lot, multitask a lot, and do everything in a rush. Now, I am home 24/7 taking care of my 19-month-old, doing routine tasks like cleaning and cooking. The pandemic isn’t helping, so it’s harder because we can’t go out.

    Grabe ang transition, right? I still can’t believe that I’ve been a full-time nanay for almost a year now. There are moments when I would daydream about work and meetings, but then again I wake up to the sound of my little boss, saying, “Nanay, Nanay.”

    So I thought of asking our full-time nanay followers on Instagram what their past jobs were. It was fun knowing their answers!

    #BagongNanayQOTW posted on Bagong Nanay Instagram account on Feb 12, 2021

    “Manager sa isang international fastfood chain at events organizer.” momofhyperkids

    I can imagine kung gaano ka-extra ang mga birthday celebration sa family nila Mommy Honey!

    “Restaurant supervisor.” evrydaymomslife

    Ano kayang mas mahirap i-supervise, Mommy Jemma? Restaurants o kids? 🤔😆

    “Isa po akong laundry staff.” daisy_sanuco

    Puro damit muna ng pamilya niya ang lalabhan ni Mommy Daisy.

    “Hospital nurse.” mommycheespeaks

    According to Mommy Chee, hindi na niya pinursue ang nursing profession dahil maliit ang sahod. Noong dalaga pa siya, option niya sana mag-abroad, pero now, hindi na niya gusto dahil mahal daw mag-process ng papers. #SanaAll may nurse na mommy!

    Thanks to everyone who shared their answers! Whether you are a full-time nanay, or a working nanay, saludo ako sa’yo, #BagongNanay. The Bagong Nanay life is tough, but you are tougher!

    Should you need someone to talk to, join us at the Bagong Nanay Community on Viber. It aims to be a safe space for first-time and modern moms to talk about motherhood, life, and anything under the sun. From one nanay to another. No judgment.

    Ikaw, #BagongNanay? Anong work mo before ka naging full-time nanay? Share mo naman!

  • #BagongNanayReviews: M2 Malunggay Tea

    #BagongNanayReviews: M2 Malunggay Tea

    As a #BagongNanay, one of our greatest concerns post-partum is our ability to feed and nourish our child.

    In my experience, I attended seminars when I was still pregnant, and I was fully committed to breastfeeding my child. But sometimes, no matter how prepared we are, we become faced with challenges that would alter our plans and test our faith.

    As for me, I gave birth six weeks earlier than expected. I didn’t know what went wrong: I had complete check-ups, took my vitamins, and ate healthy. But then it happened. My water bag broke when my baby was still 33 weeks and 5 days in my womb.

    Thus, I had to undergo an emergency C-section. This caused my first breastmilk to only come out after three days of trying and pumping. You can read the full story here.

    I’m happy that I didn’t give up, and I am still breastfeeding until today. My daughter is almost two years old. One of the things that helped me through my breastfeeding journey is the first product I would write about here in #BagongNanayReviews.

    Breastfeeding is not easy. It is wonderful, but sometimes we could use some help.

    Here’s why Bagong Nanay highly recommends the M2 Malunggay Tea:

    1. It is healthy.

    2. It is delicious.

    3. It is very convenient.

    4. It is affordable.

    5. It works.

    Healthy beverage

    First things first – M2 Malunggay Tea is FDA-approved as a nutritional beverage, unlike other supplements that have no approved therapeutic claims. Thus, you are sure that it is genuinely healthy, and not just a placebo.

    M2 Malunggay Okra Luya Tea is a product of NaturEarth Corporation. Visit their website here: naturearthph.com

    Just read up on the nutrient content of malunggay, then look up okra and ginger. You can thank me later.

    It’s not only good for lactating moms, but also for husbands and kids 1 year old and up.

    Surprisingly delicious

    I won’t judge you if at first you would hesitate to try this tea simply because you read that it’s made from malunggay, okra, and ginger.

    Okra is one of the vegetables that most people don’t like to eat because of its texture. But surprisingly, the M2 Malunggay Tea tastes like the house-blend iced tea of some popular fastfood and restaurants.

    Pro tip: Squeeze a slice of lemon or calamansi to make it more refreshing.

    I love my M2 Malunggay Tea iced and with lemon.

    Easy to prepare

    If, like me, you are not that lucky to have a malunggay tree in your backyard, you would know that malunggay is a rare item in supermarkets.

    And how many times would you cook tinolang manok just to use up all the malunggay leaves that you bought? Not to mention how daunting it is to remove the malunggay leaves (my husband is very particular, and doesn’t like to see stems in his tinola).

    Imagine the time and effort saved by just drinking M2 – pour a little of the concentrate on your tumbler, add water, pop some ice cubes, and you’re ready to go!

    Very affordable

    When you are a breastfeeding mom, there is nothing more stressful than thinking that your breastmilk supply is not enough for your child.

    If you buy a one liter concentrate of M2 Malunggay Tea at 280php, you can already use it to prepare up to 17 glasses of tea. That’s approximately 16php per serving. As for me, I drink two servings per day – one during lunch and then one during dinner.

    M2 Malunggay Iced Tea and Lumpiang Togue for merienda!

    For only 32php a day, you can already see the results. You would feel your breasts welling up milk, and you will be more confident that your child will have enough breastmilk for the day.

    Proven effective

    I can only speak from experience. I am breastfeeding my child for almost 19 months now. I attribute this success to the following factors: letting her latch whenever she wants, getting six to eight hours of sleep, and drinking M2 Malunggay Tea.

    Yes, I believe that this product has greatly helped me in my breastfeeding journey that it is as important as unli-latch and sleep. I believe in it so much that I became an authorized reseller of the product since August 2020. Since then, I’ve been helping other Bagong Nanays in their breastfeeding journey as well – all thanks to M2.

    M2 works for this mommy too! Happy to help.

    If you want to try this product, send me a message here, and tell me that you found out about it by reading this blog. I will give you a discount on your first order. :)

    So that’s it for the first of many #BagongNanayReviews! Comment down if you have anything to say about M2 Malunggay Tea too!

    Nanay Judy

  • Mga apps na APP-roved by Bagong Nanays!

    Mga apps na APP-roved by Bagong Nanays!

    Under quarantine pa rin ho tayo, mga #BagongNanay.

    Dahil bawal lumabas kung hindi non-essential ang gagawin, mas napapadalas ang paggamit ng technology to keep us sane.

    Kaya naman, nagtanong kami ng mga #BagongNanay sa Instagram at Facebook kung anu-anong mga web/mobile applications o apps ang gamit na gamit nila ngayong panahon ng pandemya.

    Napaka-helpful ng mga sagot nila!

    To connect: Facebook Messenger

    Messenger – Text and Video Chat for Free - Apps on Google Play

    @guamdalisay I use this to stay connected sa aking family and friends. Unli-chika and kamustahan, plus may pa-“watch together” pa. Kahit ito lang ang app sa phone ko, buhay na ako.

    @mommycheespeaks Messenger and IG pang-chika!

    @ceoooo Messenger and Messenger only!

    @evrydaymomslife Messenger to catch up with friends and family!

    To entertain: Netflix and YouTube

    Netflix releases ten educational documentaries on YouTube for free amid COVID-19, Entertainment News | wionews.com

    @rejjventress Ngayon ko gamit na gamit ang YouTube! For Zumba and for yoga!

    @evrydaymomslife Netflix for movie mood, YouTube for motivating and How To videos.

    @mommycheespeaks YouTube for watching inspirational videos.

    @mavicholics Gamit na gamit po sa akin ang Netflix, Viu at YouTube. Kakapanood ng movies, series, anime, vlogs, at xmpre K-drama. Hehe! Opo, K-drama is life talaga!

    To meditate: Headspace

    Guided Meditation and Mindfulness - The Headspace App

    @rejjventress Super helpful for meditation, para makatulog.

    @marge.antonio Headspace, a meditation app.

    To ship: Grab Express

    Download our App: Car, Taxi & Carpool Service | Grab PH

    @rejjventress Grab, for all my essential deliveries.

    Shoutout sa Grab Express PH, dahil ang The Bagong Nanay Shop is a Madiskarteng Boss Club Member. Talaga namang lahat ng deliveries ay nakakarating – thanks to our Madidiskarteng Kuya and Ate Grab Riders!

    Do you have a business? Join Madiskarteng Boss Club today!

    Other apps to try!

    @evrydaymomslife Coins.ph and GCash for bills payment and cashless transaction; Microsoft Teams, and WhatsApp for work!

    @marge.antonio Duolingo – to push myself to learn a new skill (not for everyone); the fabulous – to help me build good habits; and Skill Skout – for my kids to look for new things they want to try.

    @judiyamariya Viber to sell; Google Sheets to organize my mind and life; and Canva to create easy collats!

    PS. Salamat kay Mommy Rej na nag-suggest ng #BagongNanayQOTW na ito! Read her blog post on apps that keep her sane and make her life more bearable, here.

    Ikaw, anong app ang gamit na gamit mo sa mga panahong ito? Share mo naman!

  • Kung kanta ang 2020…

    Kung kanta ang 2020…

    Hello, mga #BagongNanay!

    Kung meron kayong Netflix sa bahay, siguro napanood niyo na ang singing contest na Sing On! Nakakatuwa itong palabas na ito, dahil ngayong panahon ng pandemic, isa sa mga nakakamiss na gawin ang pag-videoke with friends.

    Hindi pwede sa ngayon dahil paano ka magsosocial distancing sa liit ng mga videoke rooms? Bawal din kumanta kasi tatalsik ang droplets. Hay. Kaya virtual nalang muna. Nood nalang muna ng Sing On sa bahay.

    Kaya naman, tinanong namin ang mga #BagongNanay sa Facebook at Instagram: kung kanta ang 2020, ano ang lyrics nito para sayo at bakit?

    Mapapakanta ka sa mga sagot nila!

    🎤🎵And you’ll see me waiting for you, at our corner of the street. So I’m not moving. I’m not moviiiiing… 🎶 @mommyfaith.ph

    The Man Who Can’t Be Moved or The Family That Can’t Go Out? Haha. Sabi ni Mommy Faith, yan ang kanta niya dahil stay at home ang protocol habang nasa ilalim pa rin tayo ng community quarantine. Hanggang kelan? Hindi natin alam.

    🎤🎵You’ve made me stronger by breaking my heart… 🎶 @momofhyperkids

    Gusto ko ang perspective ni Mommy Honey. Sabi niya, “sa dami ng trials this year, naging matatag ako.” True naman! Kaya natin ‘to mga mamsh!

    🎤🎵I’ve got to break free. God knows, God knows I want to break free! 🎶 @mamafindsbliss

    Mapapakanta ka talaga dito sa lyrics ng rock band na Queen, na entry ni Mommy Missy. God knows, gusto na natin lahat lumabas at pumasyal with our babies!!! 2020, quota ka na talaga!

    🎤🎵Basta’t tayo’y magkasama, laging mayroong umagang kay ganda. Parang sikat ng araw, may dalang liwanag.. sa ating pangarap. Ooh… Haharapin natin. 🎶 @_katemorales_

    OPM naman ang entry ni Mommy Kate. Sabi niya ngayong 2020, mas lalo silang naging close at matibay ng family niya. Dahil naka-lockdown sila sa isang bahay, pagkakataon nga naman na mas makilala pa ang bawat isa.

    🎤🎵Let it go.. let it go.. Can’t hold it back anymore! 🎶 @mavicholics

    Napa-channel si Mommy Mavic sa kanyang inner Elsa! Sabi niya gusto na niya mag-let go sa community quarantine para makagala na with her kids. Relate na relate sa iba pang mga mommies.

    🎤🎵Lapit nang lapit, ako’y lalapit. Layo nang layo, ba’t ka lumalayo? 🎶 @guamdalisay

    Ito ang paalala ni Mommy Guammy sa ating lahat. “Pwede ba yung trending song dati na Kahit Ayaw Mo Na? Dahil lang sa lyrics nito na malakas maka social distancing. #6FeetApartPlease”

    Wala tayong choice sa ngayon but to stay home and keep ourselves safe from Covid-19. Always wear mask and face shield when you need to go out for essential activities. Eat healthy, and boost your immune system.

    Try our M2 Malunggay Okra Luya Tea from The Bagong Nanay Shop! May promo this October – avail na mga mamsh! Thanks to M2 Lactation Club and Grab Express for making this possible. Nuks!

    Ikaw, kung kanta ang 2020, ano ang lyrics nito para sayo at bakit?

  • Ulam with a twist

    Ulam with a twist

    Hello, mga #BagongNanay! Kamusta ang pagluluto ng 3x a day, minsan lampas pa kasi may merienda? Paggising ko sa umaga, iniisip ko na anong lulutuing breakfast. Pagkakain ng breakfast, ano namang lulutuing lunch. Anong merienda? Anong dinner? Repeat til fade.

    Isa daw ito sa laman ng ating mental health load bilang nanay. Nakatulong sa akin ang paggawa ng meal plan. Naglilista ako kung ano ang aking ipprepare na mga ulam for two weeks. Kaya lang, ang hirap mag-isip ng mga bagong maluluto ah! Todo research ako sa mga Facebook groups at sa Google ng Pinoy recipes.

    Kaya naman tinanong namin ang mga #BagongNanay sa Instagram at Facebook kung ano ang paborito nilang lutuing ulam with a twist. Kumbaga hindi nakasanayan, creative. Nakakaloka at nakakatakam ang mga sagot nila!

    “Mixed seafood curry.” @mamee_aizy

    Mahilig daw si Mommy Aizy magluto pero wala pa siyang recipe na maituturing na kanya. Pero wag ka, patok na patok sa kanyang pamilya at maging sa mga friends niya ang mixed seafood curry na gawa sa shrimp, tahong, pusit and lots of veggies. Yummy!

    “Ginisang spinach na may condensed milk.” @thenicoledvillaran

    Eto ang twist na hindi ko maiisip! Iba talaga si Mommy Nicole na mahilig mag-explore ng iba’t ibang recipe para sa kanyang two boys. Ang mahalaga naman – edible at healthy, diba?

    “Adobo na may malunggay.” @ayessammy

    Kwento ni Mommy Ayessa, para hindi masayang ang nabiling malunggay leaves, at para hindi panay Tinola ang luto niya, nilalagay niya nalang ito sa kahit anong ulam! Tulad ng Pinoy classic na Adobo.

    Kaya naman meron tayo sa The Bagong Nanay Shop na Malunggay Powder, na pwede ninyong ihalo sa kahit anong pagkain – fried rice, pancakes, ulam, at kahit sa smoothie. Di niyo mapapansin na may gulay, pero andun ang phytonutrients ng malunggay.

    “Prata + homemade jam = Danish pastry.” @xingogaoiran

    Parang gusto kong masubukan itong instant merienda na ishinare ni Mommy Xin. Yung prata ay isang Indian flat bread na usually sineserve with curry. Pwede pala itong lagyan ng palaman like homemade jam or custard at meron ka nang pantawid gutom na soshal!

    “Sausage and lentil stew!” @rejjventress

    Isa pa itong recipe ni Mommy Rej – mahilig siyang magluto ng sausage in different ways! Check out her recipe here.

    “Ginisang kalabasa + all-purpose cream = squash soup!” @judiyamariya

    “Lahat ata ng ulam pwedeng lagyan ng all-purpose cream at magkakaroon ito ng kakaibang twist! Try niyo sa spaghetti sauce or kahit sa ginisang kalabasa!” Isa ito sa mga discoveries ni Nanay Judy ngayong quarantine. Pati rin si celebrity Nanay @chynsortaleza.

    :)

    Salamat sa lahat ng nag-participate sa #BagongNanayQOTW na ito! Lahat kayo ay tatanggap ng 10% discount to any The Bagong Nanay Shop products. Just send a screenshot of your answer when you order.

    Ikaw, meron ka bang ulam with a twist na kahit kakaiba ay paborito ng iyong pamilya? Share mo na yan!

  • Minsan nanay, madalas…

    Minsan nanay, madalas…

    What’s up, mga #BagongNanay? Nalula ako sa dami ng mga sumagot sa ating Bagong Nanay Question of the Week! Salamat sa inyong suporta at hindi pagiging KJ. Lalo ngayong panahon na ang dami na nga nating iniisip, dumagdag pa ang pa-white sand sa Manila Bay, join nalang tayo sa mga positibong usapan sa social media.

    Speaking of social media, kanina, napanood ko ang documentary na The Social Dilemma sa Netflix. Dito, pinakita ang dark side of social media – how it’s taking over our lives and why we should fight it.

    While the Internet enables us to access information, ito rin ang nagiging enabler ng fake news. While social media was initially envisioned to spread positivity through likes, nakaka-affect na pala ito ng bongga sa ating mental health, lalo na sa mga younger generations. While these platforms connect us to our loved ones across the world, these were also used as means to divide a country.

    Pardon the code-switching, ang hirap mag-Tagalog, aminin. Haha. Dami pa ako thoughts, pero dito nalang tayo mag-discuss if you want.

    Anyway, mabalik. Nagtanong kami sa Instagram at Facebook kung ano ang iba’t iba pang role ng nanay sa kani-kanilang bahay. Yes, may sumagot na sa Facebook this time! Haha. At nag-promise ang Bagong Nanay to award the wittiest answer – hindi lang ang honor na ma-feature dito sa blog, but with a surprise gift na ang winner lang ang makakaalam! Yey.

    Eto na nga ang mga sagot nila sa #BagongNanayQOTW:

    Tribute to Mama Mary din ang #BagongNanayQOTW na ito. Happy birthday, OG Bagong Nanay! :)

    “Peacekeeper. Lalo na pag nag-wa-warla ang mga bagets.” @mommyfaith.ph

    Good job si Mommy Faith! Wag po tayong kunsintidora. Hehe.

    “Tech support ngayong new normal.” @orangepopsicle18

    Ayon kay Mommy Sam, isa siyang multi-faceted nanay. Siya rin ay: “Personal assistant sa mga activities, photographer, videographer, documenter, lifetime banker/pawnshop/loanshark na di naman babayaran, debater rin since magaling mag-reason out ang bata, cheerleader, prayer warrior, psychologist, nurse, doctor, and more.”

    “Guidance counselor.” @mommycheespeaks

    At least hindi na-pi-Principal’s office ang mga kids!

    “Taga-hanap ng mga bagay-bagay sa bahay (kahit hindi naman nawawala).” @sahmnimia

    Sabi ni Mommy Jea, di daw niya alam anong tawag sa taong ganito. Lost and found desk? Imbestigador? Forensic expert? Charot. Ano nga ba?!

    “Janitress.” @thenicoledvillaran

    Totoo po. Sana may promotion or salary increase, ano ho?

    “Minsan photographer, singer, dancer,(talented ka?!)” @slayingmotherhood

    True ito! Minsan kailangang aliwin si baby para kumain, or hindi umiyak. Hahaha. Kakapagod rin po ano. Haha.

    “All-around yaya, manager, mayordoma, accountant, personal assistant, driver, cook, baker, at madami pang iba.”
    @mylifefae     

    Sana all ng role may payroll.

    “Dakilang tutor.” @mavicholics

    Lalo na ngayong online na muna ang school, ayon kay working Mommy Mavic, siya ang dakilang tutor ng kanyang anak na si Zac.

    “Struggle is real sa online schooling, mamsh. Bukod sa nakatabi ka sa gilid niya during online discussions ako pa din taga-turo. Or minsan ako na gumgawa ng assignments, seatworks at projects! Pero enjoy naman, para akong bumalik sa pagiging student,” share niya.

    “Ako si “Catrionanay.” @guamdalisay

    Winner itong sagot ni Mommy Guammy! “Dahil kahit haggard na ko sa mga gawaing nanay, ako parin daw ang Ms. Universe ng mag-ama ko. At sila naman ang #SilverLining sa buhay ko. And I, thank you!” May nanalo na! Hahaha.

    “Ako si “Kenyubay.” Jinky Santos

    Para sa akin, ito ang pinaka-witty! Ayon kay Mommy Jinky, siya daw si “Kenyubay.” Bakit? Dahil ito daw ang bukambibig ng kanyang anak na si Dean: “Mommy, can you buy <insert lahat ng makikita ni Dean sa tv>).” Hahahahahahahahahah. Buti nalang hindi pa nagsasalita ang anak ko. :P

    Congratulations, Mommy Jinky! I-pi-PM kitak ung ano ang iyong surprise gift from Bagong Nanay. :)

    Maraming salamat sa lahat ng sumali! Nakakaaliw na ang dami nating hats na iwiniwear bilang nanay, ano? Siguro kahit anong lista ang gawin natin, hindi tayo matatapos. Ang pagiging nanay ay hindi biro. Pwede kang mag-break, pero hindi ka pwede mag-leave. Hindi ka din pwede mag-resign. Kaya saludo ako sa bawat isa sa inyo, mga Bagong Nanay. Kung iniisip mo palang na may iba ka pang role bukod sa pagiging nanay, ibig sabihin nun na isa kang mabuting nanay.

    Lagi’t lagi naming ipapaalala sa’yo, we see you, Nay. Everything that you do is valued and appreciated. Mahalaga ka, Nay. Kaya kapit lang.

    Ikaw, ano pa ang title mo sa bahay bukod sa pagiging Nanay?