The Misis Chronicles

Baby Couture diaper bag

October 27, 2010 2 Comments

We went shopping for baby stuff again. After looking for designs of diaper bags, I finally zeroed in on Baby Couture diaper bags. Why Baby Couture? Because it’s the only bag that doesn’t scream “Hey, I’m a baby bag with diapers and bottles inside!”. And just like the brand’s tagline, it’s never too young for couture. I believe that things for the baby should also reflect the parents’ style.

We chose the Jesse diaper bag in black. A big messenger bag that will be perfect for us when travelling on weekends because it can accommodate all things for the baby. It also comes with a wipes case, changing mat and a pacifier holder. Plus, it’s a unisex design so daddy won’t be too embarassed carrying this bag in public, hehehe…

Baby Couture diaper bag

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Stuffed, always…

October 27, 2010 Leave a Comment

Whoa, at 30 weeks now and I’m getting amazed at how my tummy gets bigger and bigger everyday. My appetite is incredibly rolling, however, I know that I have to control it unless I want to be big and undergo C-section. What’s bad is after getting positive results for my OGCT a few months before, I became a voracious eater of sweets such as chocolates, cakes, ice cream and soda. I just compensate it with extra glasses of water. I think I might be needing detox once the baby’s out so I’m gonna look out for cleanse smart reviews
out there.

I miss sleep!

October 26, 2010 Leave a Comment

I love sleeping! Before I got pregnant, I always wake up late because it’s nice to curl up in bed with fluffy pillows surrounding me like a crib. But then, pregnancy stole the luxury of sleep. On my first and second trimester, I had pregnancy rhinitis which made it difficult to sleep, clogged nose and all… On the third trimester, I still haven’t gotten a deep slumber because baby is more active at night. One time, I woke up in the middle of the night because I thought someone’s trying to wake me up by nudging me. Only to find out it’s my baby inside my tummy doing acrobatic tricks or like an equestrian galloping with his horse.

Friends who are already parents told us that sleep will become elusive once the baby’s out. But I didn’t expect it to start at the onset of pregnancy.

Funky Feet Giveaway!

October 26, 2010 1 Comment

I’m joining Pinay Mommy and Proud Mama Store’s Funky Feet Giveaway! I first saw these cute baby socks at Proud Mama Store’s Multiply shop, one of the first online store for babies in the Philippines.

Safari Steppies

I want to win the Safari Steppies for my little princess because she’ll definitely enjoy and be comfortable wearing these. I only bought some plain white booties for her and these safari prints will add some color to her things. Also, wearing socks instead of shoes can help improve baby’s feet development.

If you want to join and win Funky Feet for your little ones, view the mechanics here.

Beef salpicao or beef tapa?

October 25, 2010 2 Comments

It’s a long weekend and it’s a relaxed Sunday afternoon at our home. Instead of popping pimples, I decided to spend my afternoon whipping up a new recipe. I watched Sharon at Home at the Lifestyle Network and they cooked Beef Salpicao. So I decided to try this one since there’s a few slices of sirloin in the freezer. I marinated the thin slices of beef in oyster sauce, soy sauce, garlic, pepper and Magic Sarap (my BFF in the kitchen).

beef salpicao or beef tapa?

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Baby slings vs. baby strollers

October 24, 2010 8 Comments

This pregnancy buying spree never seems to stop, after the feeding bottles, I have to decide which of these two is better, baby slings or baby strollers. For quite some time now, baby wearing seems to be the trend, maybe because of the influence of Hollywood celebrities too. I also find using baby slings convenient especially when I see mommies/daddies carrying their babies in malls while shopping. They don’t have to push their baby strollers inside crowded malls, just the parents, their baby slings and of course, their babies. I also read about the special bond established when wearing your baby. Another plus is the chic designs of fabric available nowadays. It’s also cheaper, around Php 1,000 for most slings, as compared to baby strollers.

However, some mommies complained about them and their babies perspiring when wearing slings and this is not advisable in tropical countries like the Philippines. I’m also hesitant on how much weight baby slings can actually support and carry.

Baby sling

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