Hi, Bagong Nanay!
I hope you are well. The past week has been tough for our family, we’ve been down with colds and flu. Thankfully, my one-year-old son was spared. Thus, I was his only caregiver that’s why I wasn’t able to work on my Bagong Nanay stories.
Before I relaunched Bagong Nanay in July, I already came across this mompreneur on Threads (follow me if you’re active there too). She’s been posting about her small business, and hoping that she gets clients there. I saw her products–handsewn kids’ clothes and they look very aesthetic and cute! Then and there, I ordered one for my daughter, as my birthday gift for her. When I got my order, I bought some for my friends’ children too.
Grateful that finally, amid her late-night sews, Mommy Yane Therese Fonacier-Cuarto from Bacoor, Cavite was able to squeeze in some time to share more about her small business, named after her children, Elisha Aeko, 3, and Eliana Shiloh, 9 months old. I could vouch for her work and her ethics, and featuring her here on Bagong Nanay is my way of supporting her.
Imagine being a mom of two at 29 and having a business that involves so much hard work and heart? Here’s how Mommy Yane’s able to do it, and more.
How Eliana & Elisha started
I launched Elisha & Eliana while pregnant with Eliana – it was after finding out her gender that the idea really took off! As a former nail tech, I loved experimenting with new ideas and selling clothes. I realized there was a demand for personalized kids’ clothes, especially with so many moms-to-be like me. Initially, it was a challenge finding customers, so I messaged friends with babies and slowly built up my business.
Handsewn, heart-made
My personalized clothes for kids are truly one-of-a-kind because I pour my heart into every stitch. I feel overjoyed when I receive orders, it’s like seeing my dreams come to life. It’s heartwarming to know that there are moms and dads who believe in me and my craft.
“Start with what you’re passionate about! And don’t give up. Every small step you take will bring you closer to your dreams.”
-Mommy Yane Therese Fonacier-Cuarto
All the hard work pays off when I see the smiles on the kids’ faces wearing the clothes I made. Here are the best-sellers in my shop:
Knitted Sweater
Knitted Vest
Knitted Ribbon Onesies
Advice for moms who want to start a business
My advice would be to start with what you’re passionate about! For me, it was creating personalized clothes for kids. Don’t be afraid to take that first step, even if it seems scary or uncertain. Believe in yourself and your abilities. Surround yourself with people who support and encourage you. And most importantly, don’t give up! Every small step you take will bring you closer to your dreams.
Bagong Nanay 