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Best Cleanser For My Active Toddler: BabyFlo Soap-Free Bath

Our little boy is getting more playful as the day goes by. Since our “porch” was made into reality, we have been spending hours on this area of our house:

Though I envisioned it to be pinterest worthy porch, it turned out even better. It became our tambayan and Baby Marius playground. Sometimes he’s inside the playhouse pretending to be a store owner. He gets all the stones he can from our mini garden and “sells” it as burger or doughnuts. He used his bike to transport all his goodies. And you can tell that his produce are all natural because he use his bare hands to get it haha. Most of the times, he’s with his ate playing (rolling) at the slide. He gets dirty really fast! And because of that, we need to bath him more than 2x a day na.

And he loves taking a bath, obvious naman di ba? Ako lang may ayaw. Feeling ko lang, too much taking a bath or exposure to cleanser is not good for baby’s skin.

A recent cleanser discovery, put my mind at ease. It’s a mild and gentle cleanser for all skin types, specially for sensitive skin. It’s not that Marius have sensitive skin but since he needs to take a bath more frequent, his skin needs all the love it can get from a cleanser.

What we have been using lately? Babyflo Soap-Free Bath

Initial reaction upon first use: Ay walang bula hahaha. Can it really do its job as a cleanser? Ay walang amoy! Bakit ganun haha

Bakit walang bula? Because it is soap free. Bakit walang amoy? It has no fragrance because all the possible components that could irritate baby’s skin delicate and sensitive skin is removed. All left are the ingredients that is safe for babies and effectively cleans the baby.

So how can I say that it is doing its job as a cleanser? It’s a clear sign that Marius skin is smooth and is not prone to itch. Parang sa face yan, when a cleanser is not doing its job, mas prone sa kati or pimples.

That’s a common misconception no? Presence of bubbles means better cleaning? Not all because for Soap-free cleaners, no bubbles, no fragrance, no problem.

So kahit 3x a day maligo si Marius, no problem sa skin dryness with Babyflo Soap-Free Bath because it’s gentle and won’t strip off the natural moisture of his skin.

What I like about Babyflo Soap-Free Bath:

Marius can use it as much as he wants because it’s a mild cleanser and won’t irritate his skin
It is fragrant free (the daddy does not like fragrant cleansers)
It comes in a 500 ml pump and refill. I prefer using cleanser in a pump because I can use just one hand to get the product, while my other hand is trying to prevent Marius from taking a bath by himself hahaha
It’s relatively cheap but the packaging looks expensive. I love the contrast of white and blue and even the prints on the product. The 200 ml Babyflo Soap-Free Bath along with Babyflo Shampoo is I think one of the perfect gift that you can give as a baptismal gift.

Babyflo Soap Free Bath price range from Babyflo Facebook Page. Ang mura di ba? And comes in smaller bottles too. Oh di ba, hindi kailangan mahal ang pagmamahal.

Babyflo Soap-Free Bath

Babyflo Soap-Free Bath is available in Mercury Drug stores and supermarkets nationwide.

What I don’t like: It’s not top to toe wash, but we can always use Babyflo shampoo so it’s not an issue.

Bath time is really one of his favorite activity and since I no longer worry about skin dryness with Babyflo Soap-Free Bath, we can now both enjoy this activity.

Babyflo’s campaign, “Let Love Flow with Babyflo,” supports and encourages bonding between parents and babies; love that flows in a rewarding cycle of bonding and discovery. Kumbaga, it’s a family affair, that’s why they have the Arellano family as Babyflo’s first family endorsers.

Babyflo Soap-Free Bath was launched in 2015 and is distributed by PHILUSA Corporation (country’s leading distributor of quality consumer products such as cotton buds and cotton).

Babyflo is one of the trusted brands of Millenial Moms (and Xenials too, eherm) for baby needs (Source : Kantar World Panel, Nov 2016). Babyflo is also partnering with doctors, currently Babyflo Med Reps are covering covering 900 pediatricians in over 148 hospitals, clinics and health centers in Metro Manila.

Aside from Babyflo Soap-Free Bath, Babyflo bath product range includes:

Babyflo Oatmeal Bath
Babyflo Shampoo
Babyflo Baby Powder
Babyflo Cologne
Babyflo Gentle Buds (the only buds we know)
Babyflo Babywipes (which is a good quality wipes, makapal sya promise)
Babyflo Petroleum Jelly

All these Babyflo products are available in Mercury Drugstores and all leading supermarkets nationwide. For prices of Babyflo products, check Babyflo Facebook Page.

4 Things To Look For In a Water Filter Pitcher

A lot of people think it’s safe to drink tap water, especially if the public water system in their community has good standards. But that’s not always the case. Tap water may contain chemicals that are not advisable for drinking. It’s not enough to rely on your local government’s water treatment system alone. Part of the filtration process includes adding small amounts of chlorine to remove certain microbes. While the amount of chemicals they put is generally safe for consumption, it often affects the smell and taste of water. If you plan to get drinking water from the faucet, it’s best to have your own home filtration system.

The cheapest way to filter your water is by getting a water filter pitcher. It’s basically a pitcher with a charcoal filter attachment under the reservoir. The filter acts to absorb impurities and contaminants that may be present in your water. The result is clean water that is safe for drinking.

This article will show you how to look for the best water filter pitcher. Here are 4 things to look for that will help you get the best one for your home.

1. Check for the filter’s capacity
The first thing you want to check is the pitcher’s size. The capacity of a pitcher could range from a few pints to up to 2 gallons or more. See how many people are in your household and how much water you drink on a regular basis. Consider also the size of your refrigerator as water filter pitchers usually sit in the fridge to cool. This should help you get one that’s big enough to cover for your needs.

2. Check for the type of filter media used
The type of filter attached in the pitcher determines the types of contaminants it can get rid from your water. Most water filters use only activated carbon filter, as it’s already enough and effective in removing chlorine and other basic contaminants. It’s actually one of the best ways to filter industrial chemicals from water.
But aside from activated charcoal, there are other forms of filter media such as cellulose fiber and ceramics. If you’re out looking at different pitchers, check the manufacturer’s label as to what types of contaminants the filter can remove. It’s also helpful to have your water tested so you can get advice on the right filter media to have in your water filter pitcher. You don’t have to spend that much on expensive filter media if regular carbon filters are enough for you.

3. Consider the cost
The price of the water filter pitcher is always an important consideration. A filter pitcher needs maintenance too so don’t depend on the upfront cost alone. Consider how much is it going to cost to replace the filters. Of course at some point you need to replace them. Look at the literature and see how often the filter attachment needs to be replaced. Then compute annually to get an idea of the overall cost of the pitcher. Water filter pitchers are generally inexpensive, it would only cost you around $20 to $70 depending on the capacity and filter media used.

4. Check for good reviews
Before buying any new product, always make it a point to look for user reviews. Some products may read well on account of the label, but actually perform poorly in real life. If you’re already considering a couple of models, ask around or look online to see actual customer feedback. It will greatly help you make an informed choice about an important product for your household.

Jollibee Party Tipid Hack

The last time I was this busy and spending so much time at Jollibee Party website was in 2010 for Sati’s 1st birthday party. I can’t remember how much I spend for her party but after reading my Jollibee Party post (Jollibee Party Tinkerbell theme), it’s almost 18,000 for 70 adults + 30 kids. Is it time for another Jollibee party? This time for Baby Marius? Pwede.. pwede ring hindi but this Jollibee Party Tipid Hack is super cheap! After spending an hour at Jollibee Party website, came up with a hack good for 70 adults and 30 kids, magkano? 18,000 Pesos lang! 8 years pagitan pero hindi nagkakalayo ang presyo.

featured photo from The Peach Kitchen

O bakit may Jollibee Party Tipid Hack? Kase mga inays, when you check Jollibee Party website, may food packages na sila. Upon careful investigation, I learned na ang food packages ay medyo mahal. Comparison:

Jollibee Party Tipid Hack

Kung Food Package D ang bill mo ay 225 Pesos per package, pero pag gumamit ka ng create your own meal, 178 pesos lang! Eto ang catch, if your are going to create your own meal, dapat mag spend ka muna na at least 5000 Pesos sa mga solo meals (party fee not included).

Jollibee Party Tipid Hack, Challenge Accepted!

Pagkatapos kong maka isang bucket ng chickenjoy, nakagawa din ako mahusay husay at tipid na computation!

Kung gusto mo namang sagarin at itodo ang pagpakain sa bisita mo at bet mo ang Food Package D, here’s the Jollibee Party Tipid Hack. Ang laki ng natipid mo di ba?

Halos 5000 ang matitipid mo using this hack! And 19,300 for 100 people is a very very good deal!

>>Food Package good for 100 Pax<<

Food Package D: P225

Chicken with rice, drinks + fries
spaghetti
sundae

Total price including party fee: P24,000

>>Create Your own meal<<

Spaghetti 50 x 100= P5000 (solo meal 5000)
Chicken with rice, drinks + fries: P99 x 100= P9900
sundae: P29 x 100= P2900

Total price including party fee: P19300

SAVINGS>>>24000-19300= 4700 Pesos!!!!!!!

Book your party na sa Jollibee Party Website!

Jollibee Party Frequently Asked Questions:

May bayad ba ang venue? WALA, it’s free pero limited time only.
Party Decorations? Pwede ka magdala but hindi ka pwede magbutas ng pader kung magsasabit ka.
Photographer? Videographer? Photobooth? Pwedeng pwede but depende sa size ng venue ang photobooth.
Pwede ba magdala ng cake? Highly discouraged, dapat Red Ribbon ang cake. If mapilit si costumer, may ibang pumapayag pero hindi ipapakain sa guests during the party. Same goes with cupcake, hindi pwedeng ipakain sa costumer. BAKIT? to ensure na lahat ng food na kakainin ng costumer ay galing sa Jollibee. Kung sakali kase magkaroon ng kaso ng food poisoning, sino ang sisihin? Paano malalaman kung kay Jollibee galing or sa food na dinala nyo.
Pwede ba mag set up nf candy buffet, may ibang branch na pumapayag pero mas marami ang hindi. Same na rason sa taas.
Pwede ba magdala ng sariling lootbags? Pwedeng pwede basta hindi kita ang laman sa loob.
Pwede ba magprint ng sariling invitation? Pwede pwede din basta wag lang may character ni Mcdo.
Pwede ba mamili ng character na wala sa choices? Depende, kung gamit ng ibang food establishment, hindi dapat. Licensed kase sa kanilayung character and they paid for that, respeto na lang.

If you have more questions, comment ka lang, marami sasagot sayo from experience 🙂