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What my kids are like, and how to raise your child/children in this day and age.

5 Perfect Christmas Gifts For Babies

Christmas is definitely one of the most wonderful time of the year. Perhaps some say because of it is the time where many received their bonuses and Christmas gifts. However, the true essence of the Holiday is the time spent with the family and how you will make them happy. Giving gifts is one of the best ways to express your love to your family, especially to kids and elderly. Whether a gift has a huge value or priceless, it is still the thoughts that count.

However, it isn’t that easy to think of what is the best gift you can give to your loved ones especially if you are clueless about what they will appreciate. This usually happens to babies, they may be not able to tell you what they really want but of course, there are unisex gift ideas that are perfect for them. Since Baby Marius is still the baby, we are planning to give him something he will surely love. If you are still undecided on what kind of gift babies under two will appreciate, here are what you need to know.

5 Perfect Christmas Gifts For Babies

Mega Bloks

If you want a baby genius, this toy is a must. It helps stimulate your child’s creativity and also helps in their cognitive development. This toy saves my kids from a lot of tantrums when they are young and it will be a nice gift for Marius too. Aside from that, this is the most durable toy ever! Like for real. The oldest Mega Bloks in our toy room is as old as my first born who is 14 years old.

Kiddie Bikes

He’s really fond of his siblings every time they go biking in our subdivision’s road. He used to ride on his ride on car and stroll along with his Ate. But, he is now eyeing for a real kiddie bike. He is growing so fast, last week he is trying to jump off the stairs.

Puzzle

A wooden puzzle is quite interesting, I find some from the mall. Since babies and toddler are messy most of the times they have water or milk spills, throwing up, and the like. Oh, almost forgot- tantrums like throwing things and reaping things apart. Don’t get a paper or board puzzle, go get a wooden puzzle and you will thank later.

Mini Ball Pit

The last time we go out, the kids have a blast at the ball pit and so do Marius enjoyed the mini ball pit and slide at the Playdium in FunRanch. So, this leads us to put a mini ball pit on the list, maybe a tent full of balls is a good idea.

Doodle Pad

Who doesn’t love doodling? Babies and toddlers really love doodling and exploring with their hands and a bunch of doodling pens and crayons. There are many doodle pads out on the market but what we like most is the doodle table from Hallmark Warehouse Sale. You will be able to save your wall from your toddler’s different strokes of colors and arts.

Do we have the same thinking? If you have something in mind, kindly recommend Christmas gifts for babies. As of now, these are making our list for Marius this coming Christmas. Can’t wait to hear his giggles and thank you kisses while opening his Christmas gifts under his favorite tree.

4 Tips to Teaching Your Baby to Crawl

Mothers are always on the lookout for baby milestones. The first smile, the first rollover, and the first crawl are some of the many firsts that moms are excited about. Some say that crawling is an optional skill and that it cannot be used to measure the overall development of a baby at a certain age.

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So, how old do babies start crawling? Some babies crawl at six months while others do so at 9 to 10 months. Other babies skip this stage altogether. As babies grow and develop different skills from each other, moms should not compare their developmental milestones as well. Below are tips to teach your baby how to crawl.

1. Give him plenty of tummy time.
It had been observed that babies who spend plenty of play time on their tummy crawl earlier than those who don’t. They usually learn how to crawl as early as six months. During this time, the baby learns to lift his head and chest while lying on his tummy. Then the baby tries to move about on his belly and then pushes forward with his hands. By the time that he is eight months, the baby can already sit by himself and can try to move from a sitting position using his hands or knees. Playing on their bellies helps babies develop strong muscles in the arms, shoulders, and torso which support them to crawl.

2. Put his favorite toy in front of him.
To encourage a baby to move forward, you can put his favorite toy a short distance in front of him. You can also use any exciting things to the baby such as shiny or colorful things and see if he can move towards them.

3. Wean him from the walker and the playpen.
Some babies do not know how to crawl because some of them may be cooped up in their playpen for long periods of time or are using the walker most of the time. Babies who only have these activities will not be able to learn how to raise their tummy and move with their hands and knees. For babies to learn how to crawl and then eventually stand up and walk, they should be given enough time to play and explore.

4. Have a clean and safe space for him to move about.
To inspire a baby to crawl, make sure that he has an ample enough space which is cleared of dangerous objects, for him to move about. He should also be supervised as there may be potential hazards at the baby’s eye level such as electrical cords or sockets that he may encounter while he is busy crawling about.

Crawling is, in fact, something which is not taught to babies because it is developed out of instinct. Just as other developmental skills, it is not forced only guided. Crawling may happen early for some and late for some, and it is but normal.
Because just like adults, babies too, have different choices and interests.

Suave Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner Review

Sharing with you my Suave Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner Review because I really love this product and noticed a big difference on Marius hair, thickness wise.

We bought the Suave Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner last May and been using it ever since. We bought it from Landers because it was on buy 1 take 1 for 229.75 Pesos. You know I love anything buy 1 take 1! And been really looking for the best shampoo for children’s hair. According to my mommy group in FB, the brand we were using can cause head lice. Que horror! The need to switch to a new shampoo is ASAP! Sakto na naka buy 1 take 1 ang Suave Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner (and Suave Kids 3 in 1 Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash). That’s what you call Destiny, hehehe

The difference on hair thickness was noticeable even after a week of use pa lang. Kaya yung ibang binili ko binigay ko sa sister ko who’s son is also kalbo like Marius. After 3 months of use, kumapal na yung hair nya. I don’t have his before and after photo but I have for Baby Marius:

Suave Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner Review

See the big difference on his hair? (more photos on Mommy Blogger Pehpot page)

If you ask me what is the best shampoo for children’s hair? Syempre my answer is Suave Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner not just because it made Marius hair thicker but also because my older kids can use it too. A little too much on the smell though.

For shampoo, my older kids are using the Straweberry variant pero for Marius, we use Suave Kids 3 in 1 Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash para isang gamit na lang sa kanya.

One bottle of Suave is 665 ml and it lasts for more than 2 months kay Marius. Iniisip ko ung una, medyo mahal siya for 229.75 Pesos pero since madami naman siya, sulit na din.

I am not sure if this is also available sa ibang groceries and supermarkets. I have seen Suave Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner in other supermarkets but not like this one (yung maliit ang lalagyan lang) pero I guess same lang naman sila. From Lazada, it’s 400+ Pesos! ANG MAHAL! Kapag nakakita ako ng ganito sa ibang grocery/ supermarket, I will update you.