THE KINDERGARTEN EDUCATION ACT
It is NOT a requirement to send your young ones, 5 years old and below, to school. Whatever program you put your child in before Kindergarten is NOT counted under DepEd files.
Category: Parenting
Keeping Myself Happy & Entertained this Pandemic
With the ongoing pandemic, most of us are stuck at home and only have our gadgets to keep us busy. With almost all of what was done back during normal times has moved online....
Skye Can Read at 3! – Our Teaching Method
I’d like to begin this post by telling you that 3 years old is not the ideal age to teach kids to read. For solid learning to take place, a child needs to have...
Our First Year of Breastfeeding Journey
When I was pregnant, I never thought of breastfeeding my child. Back then, I looked at breastfeeding as something oppressive, very inconvenient, awkward, and almost taboo. I already bought the idea of providing the...
How We Successfully Potty-Trained Skye at 20 Months
I do not know why a lot of people get surprised when they learn that we successfully transitioned our child, Skye, from diaper to toilet at the early age of 20 months. Well, I...
Babywearing When Traveling – Why You Must Try It
Babywearing when traveling MUST be a part of your game plan when you are planning travels and bringing your baby with you.
Common Breastfeeding Misconceptions
In this curious world, everyone seems to have an opinion or a piece of advice to a breastfeeding mother. There are those who really mean well; however, there are also those who just want...
Breastfeeding Guide For First-Time Moms
Before you continue reading, let me say CONGRATULATIONS! Congratulations because you are choosing to nourish your baby the best way possible. Why else are you here trying to figure out how to breastfeed if...
Seven Reasons Why We Think Homeschooling Our Child is a Better Option
When we announced that we will homeschool Skye, we were quickly stereotyped as rightwing oddballs for trying to sway away from norms and traditions. For those who are quick to judge, we forgive you....
Extended Breastfeeding – Do Not Ask Me Why I Ain’t Stopping Yet
“Until when are you planning to breastfeed Skye?” “Don’t you feel the need to wean Skye? She’s a baby no more.” “It’s best to stop breastfeeding your daughter, she’s so big already.” Those questions,...