Don’t let this happen to your baby. Protect against rotavirus by 6 months of age.

One out of 2 hospi ta l i zat ions for d iar rhea and vomit ing is caused by rotav i rus 2, wh i ch a f fec t s bab ies a s young as 3 months o f age 1. Bu t ro tav i rus i n fec t ion i s h igh l y p reventab le 3. The f i r s t 6 months i s the t ime to p ro tec t you r baby. Don ’t m i s s the chance . Ask you r doc to r about ro tav i rus p revent ion today.

References: 1. Glass R. Et al. Rotarvirus Vaccines: current prospects and future changes, The Lancet 2006; 368:323-32. 2. Bresee JS et al.Emerg Infect Dis 2004; 10(6) 988-995. 3. Clark HF et al. Vaccines. 4th edition (USA): 2004; Chapter 51:1327-1345.

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Don’t let this happen to your baby. Protect against rotavirus by 6 months of age.

One out of 2 hospi ta l i zat ions for d iar rhea and vomit ing is caused by rotav i rus 2, wh i ch a f fec t s bab ies a s young as 3 months o f age 1. Bu t ro tav i rus i n fec t ion i s h igh l y p reventab le 3. The f i r s t 6 months i s the t ime to p ro tec t you r baby. Don ’t m i s s the chance . Ask you r doc to r about ro tav i rus p revent ion today.

References: 1. Glass R. Et al. Rotarvirus Vaccines: current prospects and future changes, The Lancet 2006; 368:323-32. 2. Bresee JS et al.Emerg Infect Dis 2004; 10(6) 988-995. 3. Clark HF et al. Vaccines. 4th edition (USA): 2004; Chapter 51:1327-1345.

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A wise man said, “Find work you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.”

This has proven true for me specially with the work I do for Mommy Mundo - organizing events for moms, coming up with publications to share information on motherhood. Just being in touch with fellow moms has been a blessing! It’s something I’m passionate about and reaching other moms has given my life such fulfillment. However as the year started, I get busier and busier and find bigger tasks ahead of me. I have realized the need to “let go, and let grow.“

Next issue, I turn over my role as Urban Mom editor-in-chief to a good friend of mine, whom you’ll meet very soon. This was a hard decision to make, much like giving a child his freedom. (I bet it’s going to feel somewhat the same when my eldest comes to me in the not-so-distant future to tell me that he wants to be on his own!) But I know that I am placing Urban Mom in the best of hands to make it even better and richer, and able to touch even more moms in the metro.

I stay on as “editor-at-large,” watching closely, taking a peek and once in a while dipping my fingers in —and I know I will just marvel soon at how much my “baby” has grown.

Thank you for all your support!Kudos, mommies!

From the bottom of my heart,

Note From The Editor

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEFJanice Crisostomo-Villanueva

MARKETINGMicky DarantinaoTiffany de Guzman

Pauline FlavierDiane Nikolai Lopez

ADMINISTRATIVEAngela De LunaArnel Banares

PUBLISHERSGary M. Villanueva

Janice Crisostomo-Villanueva

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FEB-MARCH 2011 | VOL 2 NO. 5

CONTRIBUTORCover story by Jing Lejano

CREATIVE CONSULTANTJaymie Crisostomo-Pizarro

PHOTOGRAPHYJohn Mateos Ong of ImagineNation

Photography (cover story)Erwin Nolido (fave finds)

LAYOUTAnna Gutierrez

Handing over my “baby“, Urban Mom, to one of my closest friends was

a hard decision, but it will be good!

WRITTEN BY JING LEJANOPHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN MATEOS ONG OF IMAGINE NATION PHOTOGRAPHYHAIR AND MAKE UP BY ARGIE LINGAT OF THE BODY SHOPWARDROBE BY CONTOUR (COVER AND OPPOSITE PAGE)

MOMMY MATTERS (THIS PAGE AND NEXT PAGE)

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RIA TANJUATCO-TRILLO KNOWS SHE’S NO SUPERWOMAN.

THAT’S WHY SHE’S ONLY TOO HAPPY TO HAVE THE PEOPLE SHE LOVES

HELP HER WITH THE KIDS.

However, it is also during those days when Ria thanks her lucky stars for the wonderful support system she has at home. Unlike some women who just grin and bear it, Ria knows when to ask for help.

Her advice to fellow moms: “Don’t think that you have to do everything yourself.” Indeed, Ria is thankful that her husband, Alaska assistant coach Luigi Trillo, is happy to help take care of the kids. When he’s at work, she can always count on her mom and dad to pitch in too.

“I don’t pretend to be a superwoman,” Ria says, whose practical philosophy is helping her raise three beautiful children: Rocio, 7; Mikel, 3; and three-month-old Raquel.

Raising ThreeOne by one, Ria’s beautiful children made an appearance during our cover pictorial. First off was hyper-lively Rocio. Though she had just come from school, Rocio quickly entertained us with her science experiments and asked our stylists to put some curls in her hair. She’s so loquacious that Mom had to quiet her down every so often. Baby Raquel was sweet and no-fuss,

“There are days when everybody wants to have a piece of me,” says Ria Tanjuatco Trillo, wife, mother, and television host. It is during those days when Ria calms herself down, takes a deep breath, and moves on to the next mini-emergency.

We all know what Ria’s talk-ing about. When there are kids around the house, small ones most especially, everything is an emergency. When the baby wakes up, he cries for mommy. When toddler nicks his knee, he howls for mommy. Everybody wants mommy.

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sleeping most of the time. Mikel woke up from his afternoon nap to gamely join the girls in the garden.

While raising three kids is definitely a handful, Ria seems to be taking it all in stride. Like most moms, she’s learned that each child is different, blessed with unique personality quirks though raised in the same home. Every pregnancy is different as well. In her case, it just got more and more difficult.

“Rocio was the easiest,” she recalls. At the time, she was 25 years old. When she got preg-nant with Mikel a few years later, however, Ria had to go on bed rest during her first trimester; she experienced subchorionic hemor-rhaging. Though there were no such complications during her last pregnancy, she did experience a general feeling of fatigue. Perhaps it was because the pregnancy came as a surprise; she wasn’t prepared physically. However, Ria is happy to note that it is with Raquel that she’s had her best breastfeeding experience. Not only has she been able to express more milk, she is now more confident about breast-feeding. It comes easily for her.

While Ria is the first to admit that the whole parenting shebang can be stressful, she says, “It’s so much fun!” She likes hanging out with her kids. This summer, she’s

planning a couple of day trips so they can lie under the sun and maybe play with some sand. Because her husband works through the summer, long trips are out of the question. So, she’ll make sure to keep the kids busy with swimming lessons and play dates.

Keeping the FlameSo involved is Ria in the mommy thing that her husband sometimes complains. That’s why date nights are a must for this couple. Last year, Ria and Luigi were able to go on a grand date in the United States. Knowing that traveling would be out of the question after the baby comes, the couple took an extended vacation in Santa Monica and San Diego. In Santa Monica, they went to Disneyland and Universal Studios, and had picnics at the beach. In San Diego, they went to see all these historical sites and for some reason, ended up going to a lot of haunted places. It was the perfect time for them to reconnect and rediscover one another while preparing themselves for the newest addition to their family, something that all couples should do every once in a while.

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everything yourself.”

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We asked urban moms:“What do you know now that you didnt know before you became a mom?”

Although I’ve always known about unconditional love it was only after the birth of my son that I truly experienced the depths of selfless love (from my mom and bf )as they assisted me through recovery and I look at my son and know that I would do the same for him!

-Michelle Mari-Davis with her mom and baby Gabriel

Being a new mom again after 14 years wasn’t so hard--or so I thought. The years have erased the memory of all the long sleepless nights, the 3am feedings, the crying, and endless diaper changes. It’s quite tiring but just when you think you’re so exhausted, I look down at our new little bundle and he gives me a small smile which hits me like a boost of adrenalin giving me renewed energy. He’s a little surprise package, every minute you see and learn something new about our little person and his character. I am definitely up to the challenge and adventure of getting to know our new miracle.

-Tonette and her new bundle of joy, Jake

I learned that no matter how much you value sleep, you don’t mind losing it if it’s to feed your hungry baby.

-Pia Roman Tayag’s baby Liam Benedict

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Bye Bites Anti-itch JuniorMade of 100% natural ingredients, this formula provides quick relief to stings and bites and is suitable for children from six months onwards.www.shopmommymatters.com

By Nature Disinfectant Spray

Made with pure tea tree, acapulco extract, and pure

lavander essential oil, this gentle spray disinfects

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Messy BabyThe odorless Gentle Soap Flakes vegetable soap is perfect for cleaning and washing. Treat that smelly diaper bin with the anti-fungal Diaper Bin Odor Absorber. The Handy Nanny is a gentle, food-safe, odorless on-the-go disinfectant.

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Milea Baby1 Milea Honey Hair & Body Wash cleans and moisturizes leaving delicate skin silky smooth and protected. 2 Milea Organic Baby Oil is a concoction made from the oils of virgin coconut, almond, sunflower, organic jojoba, wheatgerm, and lavender as well as extracts from organic rosemary. 3 Nourishing and light, Milea Moisturizing Baby Lotion is made of high quality organic oils and is scented only by its ingredients. 4 Sniffles Balm helps calm and ease baby’s cough and cold symptoms naturally with its anti-viral herbal ingredients. 5 Mom & Baby Balm is an intensive moisturizer that’s mild enough for lips. It’s great for mom’s belly and cracked heels, too. 6 Baby Cleaner cleans face, hands, and butt on-the-go safely. Milea’s Sunscreen (for babies 3 months and up) and Mood Sprays (non-fixative, kills airborne bacteria) are also quite popular.

Organic skin care for babies; safe for pregnant and nursing momswww.milea.ph

Visit the newest lifestyle weekend market and find some of these products there!

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TOY FAIRMoms took time to shop along with their husbands and kids last December 17-19 @SM Megamall, Megatrade Hall 1 for the 5th Christmas Toyfair and Mom’s Holiday Finds. Dads with their kids took time to see and shop collectible toys while moms enjoy some of their fave finds.

THE 3RD PHILIPPINE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCEThe 3rd Philippine Homeschool Conference is a seminar for parents and educators with inspiring speaker/s Luanne Shakelford, Family Life seminar speakers, Peter and Deonna Tan-chi and more. An exhibit also featured homeschool books, curriculums and supplementary materials.

MERCATO CENTRALE @ THE BGCMercato Centrale is the newest destination space for market lovers and food enthusiasts. Since it opened last November, Mercato has been the place to go to for organic fruits and produce, the sweetest desert finds and the best dishes to whet anyone’s appetite. Mercato also offers free cooking demos, workshops and even excercise demos. Mercato Centrale is open every Saturday and Sunday 7am to 2pm. www.mercatocentrale.ph

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FLOWOrganizers of the FLOW Surf.Yoga.Samba Retreat Weekend (Denise Gonzales, Monica Manzano and Noelle Hilario) at the November 2010 retreat unifying the body, mind and soul at San Juan Surf Resort, La Union www.flowsurfyogasamba.multiply.com

EXPO MOM BAZAARLast November 20, 2010 families flocked the Rockwell Tent to do their Christmas shopping. Mommy Mundo’s Expo Mom Bazaar showcased a variety of exhibitors with the latest gift-items for moms and kids. Moms and Dads also supported the Momshare Gift Drive and Momshare Donate an Angel project.www.mommymundo.com/events

LACTACYD BABY BATH YEAR ENDERThe very first Get Together for Mums and Tubs Club was held last December 12 at Fun Ranch. The whole enjoyed an afternoon of fun games and activities with Santa as a special guest.www.mumsandtubsclub.com

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NOAH, age 4 with baby number 2 on the way

1) most unforgettable experience as mom: probably the first time my son fell off the bed at 4 months old2) i get my parenting info from a combination of personal insights, like-minded friends, books/online source, in that order 3) what I wish for my kids is they grow up to think and act independently guided by the values we’ve instilled in them4) my mom’s best mommy tip for me was get someone to do your regular daily duties for the first couple of months and catch some sleep whenever baby sleeps.5) My husband is a work-at-home, pretty hands-on daddy. 6) 3 essential things in your kids’ bag: drinking water, extra pair of pants and underwear, Arnica (homeopathic remedy for falls, trauma, bruises etc)7) favorite bonding activity with your kids: bedtime prayer8) your favorite quote from your kids. When he sees that I’m upset with something he did, he gives me a hug and says, “Diba friends tayo, mama?”

9) are you in yaya heaven or yaya hell? I don’t have a full-time yaya, but I’d say yaya heaven10) Motherhood is life-altering.11) my life is like a box of chocolates. I never know what I’m gonna get!12) favorite mommy products baby ring sling/baby pouch (by Next9 and Blissful Babes), cotton diapers bought from abroad, Oasis Baby Oil, bra extenders (wear your favorite bras throughout your pregnancy!)13) my tips on how to be an eco-friendly/ environmentally awareand active mommy. Ways to cut down on impulse buying while reducing waste and clutter: Take a moment before you buy anything and ask yourself: 1) Do I really need this? 2) Can I reuse, barter, or borrow this item instead of buy-ing it new? Could I buy it used? 3) Where will it end up at the end of its useful life?14) it pays to be green because it saves your health, it saves you money, and it saves the planet. 15) what I wish for my coming baby: to be healthy and resilient16) giving birth to a baby is like a rainbow after the storm.17) What is life like as an urban mom? There’s never enough time in a day.

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5-6/ 12-13/ 19-20/ 26-27: Mercato Centrale: The New Weekend Lifestyle Market, 30th cor. 9th sts, Bonifacio Global City, www.mercatocentrale.ph9: Deep with YIN: a workshop by Dona Esteban on Yin Yoga, 3-5pm at FitLIneCenter, G/F LPL Center, 130 Levistest., Makati, Call 0917847416812: Unlocking the Secrets to

februarySingapore Math, 10:00 AM to 12 nn, Bestsellers, 4th Level, Robinson’s Galleria, EDSA, Quezon City. Open to teachers, grades 2 to 4 students and parents and facilitated by Dr. Queena Lee-Chua, presented by Galileo Enrichment Learning Program, Call 898-1234 or email events@galileoenrichment.com.18-20: Hobbes and Landes& Build City 3-day Sale27: Hobbes &Landes Pet Club: La Belle Epoch, A Victorian Affair.

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5-6/ 12-13/ 19-20/ 26-27: Mercato Centrale: The New Weekend Lifestyle Market, 30th cor. 9th sts, Bonifacio Global City, www.mercatocentrale.ph19: Breastfeeding 303 (Breastfeeding and Beyond): 9:00am-11:00am, email medelamoms@gmail.com or text 0917-5614366. 19: Yaya Trainings at the Medela House, Module 1 (Infant Care and Breastfeeding Support), 1-4pm, email medelamoms@gmail.com or text 0917-5614366. 27: FUN RANCH Rainbow Run (1k or 2k run for kids): 6:00am – 9:00am at Fun Ranch Frontera Verde

2: EXPO KID III, Rockwell Tent, 10am to 8pm, email info@mommymundo.com or call 4709925

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