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Different Ways to Serve CERELAC: A #ParentingNerd Tip

<h2 style="text-align: center;"> Different Ways to Serve CERELAC: A #ParentingNerd Tip</h2> <div style="text-align: center;"> by XOXO Mrs. Martinez</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6xeMisEcmBOCBn-gOle_8IvkORupALoE1Pwsd1-QfFkVW0ufedCTJ9kPQzzm8m6UMmiy_Jw2jKTA8VqKU1slQ1w-c1TdqkbyQ_S1YYgjqNw-exWGbvnE-n95-DeRvAOOYUUcfKBxARzrW/s1600/1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6xeMisEcmBOCBn-gOle_8IvkORupALoE1Pwsd1-QfFkVW0ufedCTJ9kPQzzm8m6UMmiy_Jw2jKTA8VqKU1slQ1w-c1TdqkbyQ_S1YYgjqNw-exWGbvnE-n95-DeRvAOOYUUcfKBxARzrW/s1600/1.png" width="213" /></a></div> <br /> <br /></div> <div> Mommies, I am sure you are very eager to know more about other tricks I have under my sleeves for your picky little eater. But first, let me tell you more about the proper way of preparing and serving CERELAC to your little one. </div> <div> <br /></div> <div>                                    </div> <div> <br /></div> <div> Preparation Instructions of serving CERELAC (The Traditional Way):</div> <div> <br /></div> <div> 1.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Wash your hands before preparing your child’s food. Make sure all utensils are thoroughly clean. </div> <div> 2.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Boil clean drinking water for 5 minutes. Allow to cool. Measure 150ml and pour lukewarm water into child’s bowl.</div> <div> 3.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Add 50 grams or 5 level tablespoons of CERELAC.</div> <div> 4.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Stir until the cereal is smooth and feed immediately using a clean spoon.</div> <div> 5.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Do not keep unfinished portion.</div> <div> 6.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Close the pack tightly after each use and store it in a cool dry place.</div> <div> 7.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Use before expiration date indicated on the top of the pack.</div> <div> <br /></div> <div> Serving the right amount of CERELAC gives your child the big nutrition he needs. Getting the right nutrition everyday protects him from the risks of micronutrient deficiencies.<br /> <br /></div> <div> </div> <div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74koM2A1OSq_C8_nDsQygcVleN2b9jyc9qnG_TzeR-O5pwvy1-5u8Cl0RjcihUwfvXuetJFj7Cw_RcJd5pEjclmNzqhyl46Jv53jOqggz-bV8eETaKWlV2n2qkputY91f0HpszbiRQGMj/s1600/2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74koM2A1OSq_C8_nDsQygcVleN2b9jyc9qnG_TzeR-O5pwvy1-5u8Cl0RjcihUwfvXuetJFj7Cw_RcJd5pEjclmNzqhyl46Jv53jOqggz-bV8eETaKWlV2n2qkputY91f0HpszbiRQGMj/s1600/2.png" width="320" /></a></div> <br /></div> <div> <br /></div> <div> Now that you have learned the proper way of feeding CERELAC to your child, I can share one of the different ways of serving CERELAC to help make feeding your child interesting. I have been getting more and more creative with the food I serve to my little princess lately. After learning her alphabet and numbers at an early age, we are now studying shapes, so I try to incorporate that in this new recipe that I am sharing with you. </div> <div> <br /></div> <div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYpyoA4p-y8VUNKbvSlv45GDuWKJJ5kjn5HfvjNjwEEcJL0XkFTLEpTM_jHSwOdhiBsm9c4Ff7ntsJ5HkbDKeUxA_sVid5eAhh2MFs6t1SxOCZ1aWSLlA_8wUuenBthsB00IiJH5k8vyim/s1600/3.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYpyoA4p-y8VUNKbvSlv45GDuWKJJ5kjn5HfvjNjwEEcJL0XkFTLEpTM_jHSwOdhiBsm9c4Ff7ntsJ5HkbDKeUxA_sVid5eAhh2MFs6t1SxOCZ1aWSLlA_8wUuenBthsB00IiJH5k8vyim/s1600/3.png" /></a></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> </div> <div> <br /></div> <div> <br /></div> <div> I serve CERELAC once or sometimes twice a day. For breakfast, I mix CERELAC Wheat & Mango-Orange with Yogurt to pancakes.</div> <div> <br /></div> <div>  Ingredients:</div> <div> •<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1 Medium-size egg</div> <div> •<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>2 Tablespoon oil</div> <div> •<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1/2 Cup water</div> <div> •<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1 200g pack original hotcake mix</div> <div> •<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>5 tbsp of CERELAC Wheat & Mango-Orange with Yogurt</div> <div> <br /></div> <div>  <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaS4tPP1wM2WlVM4XVYNKj0k6mAkaBW2vQxmxFvOju3pw0wmW2I1w8eTIsNBv5tfIOMBbvzm_l1ov2Qbx52RG9kEkkSI-_nAUhPUgLeG_uGwlSWASolGp_6U6PzIOI8t7JtA_YLPekf3xR/s1600/4.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaS4tPP1wM2WlVM4XVYNKj0k6mAkaBW2vQxmxFvOju3pw0wmW2I1w8eTIsNBv5tfIOMBbvzm_l1ov2Qbx52RG9kEkkSI-_nAUhPUgLeG_uGwlSWASolGp_6U6PzIOI8t7JtA_YLPekf3xR/s1600/4.png" /></a></div> <div> <br /></div> <div> Preparation Instructions of CERELAC Wheat & Mango-Orange with Yogurt on pancakes: </div> <div> <br /></div> <div> <br /></div> <div> 1. In a mixing bowl, beat egg slightly. </div> <div> 2. Add in oil, water and hotcake mix. </div> <div> 3. Stir just until slightly lumpy. Do not overmix. </div> <div> 4. Pour 1/4 to 1/3 cup batter onto a pre-heated, slightly greased pan. </div> <div> 5. Cook until bubbly. Turn to cook the other side. </div> <div> 6. Generously sprinkle 5 tbsp of CERELAC Wheat & Mango-Orange with Yogurt on top!</div> <div> <br /> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyWGtinK3kGWn3rDISkWXtCamas8Ag-qWY_RiFlrrdQ2a-P5070AhNAajp_oSzSA2TDLwSksNyOYpg7maR3subhuRf5VhyIcntWw4eMrRPcAfvZVx7JrIFwn47PY4T7XfP3vwh3tKIfYAu/s1600/5.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyWGtinK3kGWn3rDISkWXtCamas8Ag-qWY_RiFlrrdQ2a-P5070AhNAajp_oSzSA2TDLwSksNyOYpg7maR3subhuRf5VhyIcntWw4eMrRPcAfvZVx7JrIFwn47PY4T7XfP3vwh3tKIfYAu/s1600/5.png" /></a></div> <div> <br /></div> <div> Being a #ParentingNerd, I want her to learn every step of the way! I cut the pancakes into different shapes. That way, she will have fun identifying the shapes as she eats her favorite pancakes!</div> <div> </div> <div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8mvcMIR9r_CutQpyGC3NQBxJgzl9hC2hpz5ZejCtYX6ymTBYr_4W2_0s4VZuq1zT3545DBI-j1dEGmfuZImuKSlhsx8fjhyphenhyphengD4gP964nu_M-QFXeG8aBDXQHrFkv_CCeSZp0FFWddVVdt/s1600/6.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8mvcMIR9r_CutQpyGC3NQBxJgzl9hC2hpz5ZejCtYX6ymTBYr_4W2_0s4VZuq1zT3545DBI-j1dEGmfuZImuKSlhsx8fjhyphenhyphengD4gP964nu_M-QFXeG8aBDXQHrFkv_CCeSZp0FFWddVVdt/s1600/6.png" width="320" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> </div> <div> <br /></div> <div> For an afternoon snack, I pair CERELAC Wheat Banana & Milk with carrot sticks or her favorite fruit, grapes. You can always substitute these with your child's favorite vegetable or fruit. For children between 6 to 24 months, choose the appropriate fruit or vegetables and mash it according to the desired and appropriate texture. </div> <div> <br /></div> <div> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitXJMusF_ZulvEjiopINtFkP3MMg26ynHDD6C9a6xBSJCXxT9qcyR1V9w00Taa6-EPCSPBtpICu4I9wspCYZ0hJE8gAPfOrjPpz4PpZsxXZDZBQCY-x7KMO-o0k_L3jXTxD8j-jpGERk_W/s1600/7.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitXJMusF_ZulvEjiopINtFkP3MMg26ynHDD6C9a6xBSJCXxT9qcyR1V9w00Taa6-EPCSPBtpICu4I9wspCYZ0hJE8gAPfOrjPpz4PpZsxXZDZBQCY-x7KMO-o0k_L3jXTxD8j-jpGERk_W/s1600/7.png" width="320" /></a></div> <div> <br /></div> <div> Personally, I think the most recommended time to feed your little one is during breakfast between 8am and 9am, or during afternoon snacks between 4pm and 5pm. The daily recommended serving is 150ml water + 50g (5 tbsp) of CERELAC. Proper nutrition protects my little one from the risks of micro nutrient deficiencies, so I make sure that I serve the proper amount daily..                             </div> <div> <br /></div> <div> I hope you enjoyed my simple and easy-to-follow recipes to help keep feeding your child interesting. There's a lot more #ParentingNerd tips so please keep coming back for more!</div> <div> <br /></div> <div> <i>DISCLAIMER:</i></div> <div> <i><br /></i></div> <div> <i>CERELAC is not suitable as a breast milk substitute. </i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>Infants six months onwards should be given fresh, indigenous, and natural foods, in combination with continued breastfeeding. </i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>CERELAC is a solid food for kids aged 6 months onwards. Opinions and experiences expressed in this article are solely those of the author’s.</i></div> <div> <br /></div>

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Different Ways to Serve CERELAC: A #ParentingNerd Tip

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Different Ways to Serve CERELAC: A #ParentingNerd Tip by XOXO Mrs. Martinez Mommies, I am sure you are very eager to know more about other tricks I have under my sleeves for your picky little eater. ...

Hiring A Yaya: A #ParentingNerd Tip

<h2 style="text-align: center;"> Hiring A Yaya: A #ParentingNerd Tip</h2> <div style="text-align: center;"> <i>by MrsMommyHolic</i></div> <br /> <br /> Here in the Philippines, having a nanny is quite the norm for many families -- I grew up with a yaya myself! There are others who prefer not having one (especially if they only have one child and prefer the hands-on approach) but for others, it is an absolute must.<br /> <br /> <br /> <h3> ADVANTAGES:</h3> <br /> <b>Less Stress</b><br /> <br /> Now that I have kids of my own, I have found that having a nanny is ideal for my current situation. I have three young children and they can be quite a handful even if I am a stay-at-home mom. I find that having a yaya provides me with the support I need to run the household smoothly.<br /> <br /> <br /> <b>More Schedule Flexibility</b><br /> <br /> Having a nanny means I can have someone to take care of the kids if I have to do something, or go somewhere at a moment's notice. Hubby and I are also able to have more time for ourselves, and do simple things like have dinner out or watch a movie. For those with full-time jobs, this also means not having to drag your kids to work all day.<br /> <br /> <br /> <b>Dedicated Attention</b><br /> <br /> Having a nanny means that someone will take care of your child full-time when you're not around. They make sure that your child's needs and wants are met and, in some cases, they can even teach your child new things. Our yaya reads to our kids and also teaches them songs, and I appreciate this so much.<br /> <br /> <br /> <h3> TIPS WHEN GETTING A YAYA:</h3> <br /> <b>1. Be observant and go with your gut.</b><br /> As they say, there is nothing stronger than a mother's intuition. If you feel that something isn't quite right when hiring someone, move on to the next candidate. Or if you think the nanny you just hired isn't the right fit for your family, then don't be afraid or embarrassed to let them go.<br /> <br /> <b>2. Always do a background check.</b><br /> There are people who are so desperate to find a nanny that they just hire whoever is available without conducting the necessary background check or talking with the previous employer. There are others who have successfully found their yayas from an agency, but we’ve personally never done that. We’ve always gone with word-of-mouth, like hiring those with recommendations or are relatives of nannies we know. I find that this has proven the most effective route for our family since we can already have an idea of where the person came from.<br /> <br /> <b>3. Personality & experience is always a plus.</b><br /> I also think that it’s essential to hire a nanny who shows a sincere fondness for kids and has a pleasing personality. You want your child to be surrounded by positivity, and it will also make your working relationship with the nanny much easier. It’s also preferable if she has previous experience caring for children or has kids of her own.<br /> <br /> <b>4. Yayas are NOT mind readers.</b><br /> Let the nanny know what you want and expect of her before you hire her. Once hired, make sure to brief her thoroughly so she knows everything about the child - general attitude, likes and dislikes, schedule throughout the day, and any allergies or medical conditions. Make sure she can understand important directions like proper dosage for medicines and correct food preparation. Demonstrate how to measure the proper amounts of food to ensure to ensure that your child gets the proper nutrition daily and is protected from the risks of micronutrient deficiencies. Imagine the horror of any mom who discovers that her child had been missing meals!<br /> <br /> <br /> <b>5. Help your child adjust.</b><br /> It may be hard having the child adjust to a new person initially, so you should always be present in the first few days to help with the transition period. Spend time with the yaya and your child to get a feel of her behaviour and how the child responds to her.<br /> <br /> <br /> <b>6. Maintain your bond with your child.</b><br /> Entrusting your child to a nanny may mean that your child will spend more time with the yaya than you. This is especially true for parents with jobs, and I personally experienced this when I was still a working mom. I had to leave early when my child was still asleep and would get home late from working overtime most nights. Pretty soon, it was apparent that my baby had definitely gotten closer to her nanny. When she would cry or wake up at night, she would end up looking for her yaya instead of me, and that was so hurtful. I guess this was also one of the reasons which led to my decision to be a full-time housewife. But for working parents, I think it’s important to take over when you get home even though you're so tired from work. Spend quality time during the weekends without the yaya, too, and just bond together as a family.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Like any situation, hiring a yaya has its advantages and disadvantages and is entirely your own choice. Having a nanny has personally made my life easier. Our yaya has helped me raise my children and provided me with the support I need when I’m feeling overwhelmed at home with 3 kids.<br /> <br /> They say finding a good yaya these days is like winning the lottery. I’m very lucky that our current nanny has been my own yaya since I was small. Can you believe she has been with our family for over 30 years? She is like a second mother to me and loves my kids like her own. She may be tough (we have our constant disagreements and she sometimes acts like she’s the boss of the house!), but having someone like her around who has dedicated her whole life to us is a gift we treasure. I know that we can depend on her completely and she has my family’s best intentions at heart. That is something no amount of money can buy.<br /> <br /> <i>DISCLAIMER:</i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>CERELAC is not suitable as a breast milk substitute. </i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>Infants six months onwards should be given fresh, indigenous, and natural foods, in combination with continued breastfeeding. </i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>CERELAC is a solid food for kids aged 6 months onwards. Opinions and experiences expressed in this article are solely those of the author’s.</i><br /> <div> <br /></div>

Hiring A Yaya: A #ParentingNerd Tip

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Tracking our Child’s Milestones: A #ParentingNerd Thoughts & Tips

<h2 style="text-align: center;"> Tracking our Child’s Milestones: A #ParentingNerd Thoughts & Tips<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></h2> <div style="text-align: center;"> <i>by Manila Fashion Observer</i></div> <br /> For self-confessed parenting nerds like me who can’t seem to stop reading parenting books, compare parenting notes with fellow parents, and attend progressive parenting seminars -- parenting is admittedly a continuous learning process that’s full of doubt, wonder, and light bulb moments. Today we tackle every parent’s constant concern: “Is my child’s development on track?<br /> <br /> If there is one thing universal with both new parents and experienced parents on to their second kid or more, it’s that we never lose sight of developmental milestones.<br /> <br /> We are always on constant observation mode, waiting for the little one’s first smile, first word, first time to roll over, sit, crawl, or walk. We rejoice with a sense of personal triumph at every feat, but we also worry, silently or amongst fellow parents, at the slightest hint of delay.<br /> <br /> But as our pediatricians always like to say, milestones are just guidelines, and parents ought to remember that each child is unique and develops at his or her own pace.<br /> <br /> <h3> A Guide on Development Milestones: My Personal Experience</h3> <br /> I can only speak from experience, and after having raised two kids, I find that both my daughter and son generally reached their milestones at about the same time.<br /> <br /> In terms of physical development, both started sitting up at about 5 months, and just around the time they started using a booster seat. They started crawling soon after. I encouraged them to work on their mobility by supervising them as they lay on their tummies on the bed or on a floor mat.<br /> <br /> By 10 months old, I let them play on the grass, floor mat, or any flat surface in an open space where they can practice standing on their own. For walking, I encourage them to cruise on furniture, with cushioned play mats in the playroom and around beds. To ensure their safety, I put electric socket covers and cushions on sharp corners of tables and other furniture.<br /> <br /> To instill confidence in their newly acquired walking skills, I make an effort to not react, but just cheerfully say, "It's ok, just stand up!" when they stumble or fall. This is because I know that kids pick up on our energy and will cry if we look or sound worried.<br /> <br /> While their development milestones have been ticked off at about the same time, I find that personality plays a huge part in how they respond to their discovered abilities. My daughter started waking early, around the time before she turned one. She usually just cruises around furniture, but when she decided to let go and walk on her own, it was like she knew she was ready for it. She progressed on to average about 8 steps. One time, my sister decided to make her wear a balance band, and she walked 16 steps!<br /> <br /> My son started walking around the age of 1 too. He started out by just letting go of furniture, then standing on his own, and eventually taking his first tentative step. He's a very agile boy, and though wobbly, his attempts to really walk and take a lot of steps happened right away, and quickly too!<br /> In terms of intellectual development, while my kids’ emotional and social development milestones are on track, I did notice that they started talking late from a language/communication perspective. My girl’s first word was Dada, while my boy’s was Mama -- both uttered when they were between 9-12 months old. However, they didn’t start talking in phrases or sentences until they were about 2 years old.<br /> <br /> I started teaching them the alphabet at about a year old, mostly by singing Barbara Milne's alphabet song together. I read to them every night, mostly with books they’ve chosen themselves, ranging from Dr. Seuss books to classic fairytales. So when my daughter started talking in sentences right after she turned 2, she had all these fancy words that just seemed to spill from her mouth non-stop. My son, who is 2 years and 3 months, can speak 2 to 3 word sentences, but has yet to speak in long, full sentences. Then again, as a boy, his language skills are expectedly not the same as girls his age.<br /> <br /> <h3> When Should We Worry?</h3> “Should I be worried?” is a common question for parents who have noticed delays in their child’s development. I find that resources from reputable parenting websites and handouts from government centers can assuage our fears.<br /> <br /> “Should a parent prioritize physical over intellectual development milestones?” I find that both are important, and one should not be prioritized over the other, unless there is a marked delay.<br /> <br /> My practical suggestion is for parents to print handouts to make it easier to track important developmental milestones and alert us as to when we should consult our pediatrician regarding special concerns. Handouts are especially useful if it includes tips on what parents can do at every stage to ensure optimal growth and development.<br /> <br /> <h3> Why Proper Nutrition is Important for Development </h3> <br /> It goes without saying that nutrition, coupled with proper health care and the care of responsible parents and caregivers, plays a key role in a child’s growth and development.  With proper nutrition daily, our child is protected from the risks of micronutrient deficiencies.  It should include essential nutrients: protein and fats for growth and energy, vitamin A for immunity, iodine for healthy brain development, and iron to support our child’s physical and mental abilities.<br /> <br /> For ideas on healthy recipes that you can prepare for your kids, check out the food tab here at #ParentingNerd, and remember to keep checking the blog for more #ParentingNerd tips!<br /> <br /> <i>DISCLAIMER:</i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>CERELAC is not suitable as a breast milk substitute. </i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>Infants six months onwards should be given fresh, indigenous, and natural foods, in combination with continued breastfeeding. </i><br /> <i><br /></i> <i>CERELAC is a solid food for kids aged 6 months onwards. Opinions and experiences expressed in this article are solely those of the author’s.</i><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />

Tracking our Child’s Milestones: A #ParentingNerd Thoughts & Tips

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Tracking our Child’s Milestones: A #ParentingNerd Thoughts & Tips by Manila Fashion Observer For self-confessed parenting nerds like me who can’t seem to stop reading parenting books, compare parent...