PREGNANCY JOURNAL - Maternity Photo shoot Inspiration

When I got pregnant I already knew I want to have maternity shoot. So as early as 4 months I already looked and canvassed for maternity shoot package. hahaha.. Obvious that I am so excited.

I already went to Great Image, Their package is Php 1700.00 3 shots and with different sizes. 1 - 8R with your choice of frame then your choice of what are the 2 sizes that comes with 8R. Client are the one responsible for their costumes and props.

I googled for inside the studio Maternity Shoot Inspiration.

PREGNANCY JOURNAL – Baby’s Stuff Canvassing

Yesterday I went  to my previous company and finished all the things pending when I resigned. Then afterwards I went to SM Southmall to check the prices of baby’s stuff.

Then today I went with my mom to PRC to renew my license. PRC never change... Lots of people, long queue, and what I hate was “aligagang”  employees because it is their PRC Week, they have a program and presentation. Everyone were wearing different costumes. All were excited, keep on chit chatting and taking their selfies. It was so frustrating seeing those employees taking picture while there were long line . Hays..

After  PRC we proceed straight to Divisoria, it took us only 15 minutes. I already wrote the list of things I need to look out. We went to Ilaya St and looked for store who sell baby products. Then we bumped on one store. I asked first the prices and compared to the prices I canvassed from SM yesterday, after I made a decision to buy the stuff on my list.

I forgot to ask Kuya tindero the name of his store but as written on the receipt given it is Scorpoi. I am not sure if that is the name of the store. The tindero was so nice and shared lots of insights because according to him he was the one taking care of his siblings and own kids.

I list down below the prices of the stuff from SM and those I bought at Divisoria.

NEED	SM Price	Divisoria Price
Tie Sides (Shortsleeve)	189.00/ 3 pcs (SM Basics Brand)	290.00/6 pieces (Scorpio Brand)
Tie Sides (Longsleeve)	249.75/ 3 pcs (SM Basics Brand)	320.00/6 pieces (Scorpio Brand)
Pajama	199.00/ 3 pcs (SM Basics Brand)	200.00/6 pieces
Bonnets/Caps	79.00/ 3 pieces (SM Basics Brand)	35.00/piece (Scorpio Brand)
Mittens	79.00/ 3 pieces (SM Basics Brand)	160.00/6 pieces (Scorpio Brand)
Socks	79.00/ 3 pieces (SM Basics Brand)	160.00/6 pieces
Bib	89.75/ 3 pieces (SM Basics Brand)	150.00/3 pieces ( Dolphin)
Lampin	299.75/ 6 pieces (Curity) 244.00/ 6 pieces (Birds eye)	270.00/dozen (Curity Brand with colored edging on the sides) 210.00/dozen (Birds eye)
Swaddle Blankets	788.00	380.00/piece
Receiving Blankets	380.00	200.00/piece
Plastic Mat		50.00
Farlin Sterilizer	2099.00	2100.00
Avent Starter Kit Classic	3079.00
Avent Starter Kit Natural	3499.00

These were the things we bought.

I enjoyed shopping for my baby.  
Then I bought something for myself. 

  worth Php50.00

 worth  Php290.00

PREGNANCY JOURNAL: Baby Stuff List

I am 20 weeks pregnant and so excited. My husband and I already chose names: Wiljon Hijo if boy and Wiliona Jewel if it is a girl both names were from our names mixed together. I am so excited searching stuff for our baby. I do lots of researches of what to do and what are needed things by my baby. There are dozens of list. But I only chose few that I think I will use for my baby because I cannot use all of the things on the checklist.         And here are the list I prepare for my shopping.

Clothing:

Tie Sides (Short Sleeves) – 6 pieces

Tie Sides (Long Sleeves) – 6 pieces

Mittens – 6 pieces

Socks – 6 pieces

Bonnet/Cap -3 pieces

                Bib – 3 pieces

                Receiving Blanket – 3 pieces

                Swaddle Blanket – 1 piece

                Shorts – 3 pieces

                Pajamas – 6 pieces

Sando – 3 pieces

                Lampin – 2 dozens

                Frog suit – 2 pieces

DIAPER

                Reusable Diapers or Cloth Diapers with inserts – 6 pieces

                Changing Pad – 1 piece

BATH

                Bath Blanket – 2 pieces

                WASH CLOTH – 2 pieces

                Bath Tub

                Bath Net

                Rubber Sponge Bath

                Organizer Tray

TOILETRIES

                Baby Bath Soap/Shampoo

                Baby Alcohol

                Cotton

                Cotton Buds

                Grooming Kit

FEEDING (not yet sure what brand to buy)

                4 oz or 5 oz feeding bottle

                8 oz or 9 oz feeding bottle

                Bottle Nipples (slow and fast flow)

                Formula Dispenser

                Bottle Brush/Nipple Brush

                Sterilizer

BED

                Crib with mattress and pillows

                Mosquito net

ON THE GO

                Stroller

                Sling

                Car Seat

                Diaper bag

And the rest that will be need will follow.  Excited shopping.. As early as now I will do window shopping of this items. =)

EXCITED WITH VIRGIN COCONUT OIL

I don’t have a gifted hair so I am a rebond baby. But currently I am experiencing drastic hair fall. So I  look for organic solution and I bumped into Virgin Coconut Oil. I read lots of good feedback regarding VCO. I am pregnant so I researched if it is safe for pregnant. And good news, it is. Actually it provides positive consequence to our baby..

“What researchers found was that this medium-chain fatty acid derivative actually disrupts the lipid (or fatty) membranes of the offending organisms.

The lauric acid in coconut oil is a natural and effortless way to help strengthen your and your baby’s immune system. Benefits of coconut oil during and after pregnancy include;

Lactation
Coconut oil stimulates metabolism promoting both healthy thyroid and lactation. Intake of coconut oil while pregnant may help ensure that a mother will have lots of milk. Studies have proven that milk in breastfeeding mothers who takes coconut oil and other coconut products has higher amount of lauric acid.

Stretch Marks
Because of the high amount of vitamin E in coconut oil, pregnant women in South India apply the coconut extract on their bellies to prevent stretch marks. Even existing stretch marks have a chance to fade with regular use of coconut oil. It will also moisturize the skin and keep skin irritation and infection at bay.

Infant Health
Coconut oil helps develop the immune system of the newborn as well as aid in the brain and bone development. It is known to relieve diaper rash, Keratosis Pilaris and is so gentle and beneficial for baby’s digestive health it is actually used by hospitals in infant formula.

Infant Massage
Coconut oil is popular for infant massage, and has been known to calm babies and help them sleep.

Pregnancy can be a stressful time, and pregnant women have an increased demand for good nutrition. The unborn child also demands ample nutrients for proper development and growth and will steal them from the mother’s body if they are not supplied in her diet.

Pure virgin coconut oil is more than safe to use during pregnancy. It offers the nutritional benefits of MCFAs and the immune strengthening properties of Lauric acid.”

http://www.coconutmagic.com/blog/287/coconut-oil-safe-use-during-pregnancy.html

After I read this I immediately went to Mercury Drug to buy Prosource VCO, cold pressed, 250 ml – P199.00.

I am excited, tonight I will try it on my belly in replacement of my Palmer’s Stretch Mark Lotion. And will use it as a moisturizer on my face and on will put it on my hair overnight. I will if their will be changes after putting VCO. 

First Step at a Foreign Land... Lagos Nigeria

It was December 19, 2014 when I arrived here at Lagos. I’m here because my husband works here. I am staying for quite some time with him.

Airport was non-air condition but organized from Immigration up to luggage pick-up. However I was culture shocked when I got into the airport because there were commotions from new arrivals and airport personnel.  Then someone asked me what do I have for her. I have food on hand (food from the plane). She didn't want it, she wants Naira. Unfortunately I don’t have money with me. So I just went straight to the exit door. And look for a familiar face... my husband.

My first observations of the place from the car: The weather was humid. We walked all the way from the airport up to the parking lot with my 25lbs luggage. No adjustment for me on the climate. Traffic was heavy and no differences on houses and establishments. I found interesting carpets, nice colors and maybe nice materials. Lots of bags, shoes and fruits stores. Taxis, Buses and TukTuk were their mode of transportation. I saw lots of bank building and establishments on the road. There usual clothes were semi-formal to formal even though it was hot. And I saw local who wore colorful clothes. I don’t know yet what they call it. And one prominent caught my attention was how they carry their child. They carry them on their back with cloth holding the kid stable.

More days for me to learn the culture and place I was set foot on. 

OUR BIG DAY: Priest (FR. GOMER, FR. RANDYand FR. LEO)

My husband and I were very thankful to our most beloved priests who  officiated our wedding. Ofcourse they were Kuya-Father Gomer  (During his ---- when he wwas still a brother he stayed with us) , Kuya-Father Randy Rodriguez (Together with Kuya GOmer he also stayed with us during his --- when they were still brothers). I asked both of them to celebrate with us. Because Kuya-father Gomer at that time just came from Italy for his spiritual learning. So he doesn’t have license to solemnize marriage. So I also asked Kuya-Father Randy to be the one to sanctify our wedding vows.

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                                    Kuya-Father Gomer                  Kuya-Father Randy

Then by surprise Kuya-Father Leo Del Carmen all the way from USA came home to celebrate my wedding with us. I am so touch and thankful for his effort. Kuya-Father Leo was the priest I grew up with. He saw me from little girl up to I am a lady. He spends time with my family and grew very close to us. 

                                                               Kuya-Father Leo

               

I was very delighted by seeing three of my most loved priest spends and sanctify our marriage all together. 

                                                     My 3 most loved and adored priest

OUR BIG DAY: Church (SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA QUASI, Silang Cavite)

The beauty of the church is incredibly magnificent. 

The facade was gorgeous adds to the drama of the church.

 Walls are great color, rustic and dramatic. The altar was overwhelming, color gold altar complements perfectly with the magnificent paintings and color at the altar ceiling. (It looks brown on antique on the picture, actually). The flooring complements with the color of the church to complete its dramatic look. I just love this church so much.

The personnel were nice and accommodating. Downside is they have a long lunch break and personnel in-charge is not around but there will be someone to accommodate.  On the day, we were assisted at the church by personnel in-charge. And they followed all our request on the church.

 And most especially they have flexible rules when it comes to interview process and confession rules. My husband was working abroad and his only here for a month. So 3x Saturday seminars and 3weeks call on our respective churches after interview ware not applicable to both of us. We just submitted documents we need.

Time availability was flexible. You can choose from morning up to late afternoon.

They have 2 colors of carpets, green and red. Green complements very well with our flowers. Candles were available on their office.

They have priest available but i brought our family friend priest.

Advised to bring car whenever going to the church. Commuting suck’s here especially when their assigned mode of transportation was jeepney because they wait couple of hours for passengers to come. So we ended up waiting for 1 hour and 25 minutes.

But this won’t  cover the magnificent church beneath Pooc Silang, Cavite.

5/5 for my church love...