On December 3, 2014 at exactly 2:39pm, Juan Jaime Kismet L. Orzales was born. He weighed 3430 grams at the time of birth with a length of 48cm. He was born via Cesarian Section Delivery done by Dra. Camille Ann Abaya at St. Luke's Medical Center in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The whole experience was … Continue reading The Birth: Start of our Breastfeeding Journey
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big things, small things, everything about memories worth keeping
The Adventures
It's been a while and I have not written an update on my baby. It was a hectic and stressful week before I gave birth. The Unexpected It was Nov. 23 when my parents arrived from Saudi so we went to the airport and went straight to Duty Free. It was one week before my … Continue reading The Adventures
Awaiting…
37 weeks, labor can come anytime soon but we are hoping baby would come out on December 3, or at least when mommy and daddy are already here. We have already settled the package, so we can use that anytime I give birth at St. Luke's Global. This is it! The Pain I am very … Continue reading Awaiting…
Ria’s 4th Birthday
It was another DIY birthday party for our little daughter, Ria. We were limited financially since I am about to give birth this December so I just made some inexpensive items for her loot bags. We also bought some from Edengs in Market Market. Invitations Ria wanted to have a Frozen-themed birthday party. Although we … Continue reading Ria’s 4th Birthday
8 months and the things that happened for one month
It was the most stressful part of this pregnancy. It started when we had a 3D4D ultrasound of our baby boy. The sonologist said that I should contact my OB regarding the femur length and amniotic fluid. So I txted my OB and she instructed me to have an ultrasound at St. Luke's Global. True … Continue reading 8 months and the things that happened for one month
My Breastfeeding Journey
When I got pregnant with Ria in 2010, I was determined to breastfeed her because I understand the benefits of it. My parents were so supportive with my decision. My sisters were not able to breastfeed their daughters for a long time so I was really determined to do it.October 9, 2010. I gave birth … Continue reading My Breastfeeding Journey
At 3 years and 1 month
Ria is now 3 years and 1 month, nearing 2 months in few days. She is more active and talkative. She amazes me everyday. She can do things on her own (yes, without our help). She is independent. She can even eat alone though it's really a mess after. But at least she can. She … Continue reading At 3 years and 1 month
Ria on her Second Quarter at Learn and Play
Last November 16, we had our second PTC. We were actually glad to hear Ria's improvements since our last talk with her teachers. In Learn and Play, academic excellence measures all aspects of the learning field of each child. The grading system does not focus merely on the intelligence but emotional, social and physical aspects … Continue reading Ria on her Second Quarter at Learn and Play
Ria’s School Pictures
During the quarterly parent-teacher conference, we were shown the pictures of the class on what they do in class. We bought some pictures of Ria for our album. Here are the pictures: These pictures prove that Ria is enjoying her stay at Learn and Play. Well, not obvious on her expression. But there are times … Continue reading Ria’s School Pictures
The Road to Three: Ria is turning 3!
It's about a month before my daughter's 3rd birthday and this one is special she's going to celebrate with her classmates. So I'm already starting to do the necessary preparations to get everything in place for this special occasion. Theme We asked our daughter who her favorite character is and she said Mickey Mouse. I … Continue reading The Road to Three: Ria is turning 3!
Mommyhood Journey 