Giveaway: Be a Hands-On Parent while Earning through H.O.P.E. Summit 2017

#1 Amazon bestselling author and international speaker Teresa Gumap-as Dumadag is organizing a parenting event dubbed as Hands-On Parents while Earning or H.O.P.E. Summit on April 22, 2017. It will be from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the Bulwagang Haribon, Insular Life Corporate Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa City. This whole day workshop on hands-on parenting and working smart in the new millennium seeks to inspire and teach parents how to marry hands-on parenting with earning for the family.

"I had been running time management, goal-setting and work-life balance workshops for decades," Gumap-as Dumadag, a consultant who has traveled around the Philippines and in other Asian countries to conduct workshops, shares. "I’ve always enjoyed and looked forward to these kinds of workshops because I know that every time I run these workshops, I’m making a big difference not only in the lives of the participants but also in the lives of their family members.”

Here is a list of what parents can expect from this learning event:

• Participants will be able to clarify their priorities and learn strategies and tips on how to live them out.
• Parents will be able to come up with a list of new habits that they can easily and consistently implement after the workshop so they can be more involved in their children’s lives.
• Parents will discover ways to work smarter so they can free up more time in their schedules to bond with their children.
• Parents will be inspired by the stories of the featured moms and dads (guest panelists) in the H.O.P.E. Summit and learn tips and strategies from them on how to be successful in their careers/businesses while being hands-on with their children.
• Parents will have an opportunity to meet and interact with other parents who also want to become hands-on parents while earning.
• Have fun while learning.
• Come out of the workshop more determined and committed to being a better parent.

“It gave me the inspiration to become the parent that has freedom from corporate work while providing for our family through an entrepreneurial pursuit I am passionate about,” says Dennis Anguluan about the first H.O.P.E. Summit.

“I am inviting you to attend this second run of the H.O.P.E. Summit this 2017. I can guarantee that this is a must-attend seminar,” says Jenina Tuazon, a breastfeeding mom, blogger and a participant of the first H.O.P.E. Summit. “I am sure this is really worth every penny of your investment,” Tuazon adds.

The HO.P.E. Summit is co-presented by Full Life Cube Publishing and Events Services and Insular Life. The event is also supported by Payoneer, Kindermusik by Teacher Suzette and friends, Moringana by Organics Asia, Merry Macarons, Mom and Milly Educational Toys and KANSIS Made. Media partners include Experience of a super mommy, Lally’s Reflections, Mommy Bares All, Mommy Practicality, My Metro Lifestyle, My World by Mommy Anna, Roller Coaster Ride, Seminar Philippines, The Filipino Homeschooler, The Vine that Writes, Mums Daily PH and WhenInManila.com.

The participants will receive giveaways from some of the event sponsors. They also have a chance to win exciting prizes in the raffle like books published by Shepherd’s Voice Publication. The first 20 participants will get customized Hands-On Parent while Earning bags courtesy of My Little Ikbi.

Tickets to the H.O.P.E. Summit can be purchased at the Hands-On Parent while Earning online shop. Parents who want to attend can register via this link.

For more details about this learning event, please visit the H.O.P.E. Summit Facebook events page at https://www.facebook.com/events/159412991221441/.

Plus, get the chance to win a free seat worth Php 3,000 to the HOPE Summit.

The mechanics are very simple.

1. Make sure that you like Hands-On Parents while Earning on facebook.
2. Like and share this photo.
3. Post this in your status “I want to be a #HandsOnParentwhileEarning. Join me at the #HOPESummit2017 on April 22 in Alabang!” Make sure that your post is public.
4. Tag 4 friends (in your post) who are also parents and whom you think would benefit from the workshop. Tag Hands on Parents while Earning.
5. Comment your FB share URL in this thread.

Winners will be announced in the Hands-On Parents While Earning's FB page.

Reasons Why Moms Are The Best + Cheesecake's New Litter

Mother's Day is a few months away but recent events made me realize how amazing moms are. A few weeks ago, my adopted furbaby, Cheesecake gave birth to 4 puppies. The delivery had some complications wherein the umbilical cord was not cut for 2 puppies and the last puppy got stuck for more than 12 hours. These made the puppies stressed and weak that they require extra care. 

Taking care of newborn puppies is no different taking care of a human baby. One must make sure they have a clean environment, no one gets sat on, gets enough milk and they never get cold. Plus, they have to be breastfed every 2 hours. The bottom line is - as a furparent to newborn puppies, I could not afford to sleep because I have to watch them closely no matter how tired I was. 

Just like moms - the responsibility is 24/7. No dayoffs or breaks. No matter how tired or sick they are. They have to attend to their children.This is the top reason why moms are simply the best. Their unconditional love for their babies (human or not) is so huge that they put their personal needs aside to attend to their family first. 

I realized that it is not easy being a mom. Moms give everything that they can to finish and fulfill their responsibilities. An 8-hour of sleep is indeed a luxury and one cannot afford to get sick. I even called my Mama and to ask her if it is really like this wherein I get no sleep. Plus, there are unending needs of your "babies" while household chores are piling up. I asked her how did she cope with everything. My mom just laughed and told yes, it's like that. 

Can you imagine life without mom? Watch this video and find out. 

Tag your moms/ wife below and let them how much you appreciate them. 

Win tickets to Family and Finance 2017

I have always believed that proper financial management is very crucial in our daily lives. Whether we are single or married, it is important that we are financially responsible. Though money won't bring us genuine happiness, we should look after our financial well-being because of practical reasons. 

Family and Finance is a movement dedicated to educate and empower parents and individuals improve their financial well-being. Attendees will have to go through an extensive step-by-step process that begins with checking one’s financial health, discussing finances as a couple, setting goals as a family, kickstarting one’s investment journey and the truth about money. This event also aims to equip parents to teach their children about money because financial literacy starts at home. At the end of the conference, attendees will not just gain practical but also actionable steps that they can immediately apply to improve their own financial well-being.

Keynote speakers include Director of RFP and international speaker and best-selling author, Randell Tiongson; President of Homeschool Global and lead anchor of ANC’s “On the Money”, Edric Mendoza; Editor-in-Chief of Money Sense and Co-Founder of Learning Curve, Heinz Bulos; Director of Crown Financial Ministries, Joby Soriano and Director of Cards and Digital Payments, Personal Finance Coach, Sky Salanio. 

Aside from the main conference, Family and Finance is launching its first ever financial literacy program for Pre-K to 12 years old children. “PRO KIDS” is specially designed to develop children’s financial literacy through exciting games and fun-filled activities. It is indeed never too early to learn about money!

Family and Finance 2017 will be held on April 1, 2017, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM at CCF Center, Frontera Verde, Ortigas Avenue corner C5 Road, Pasig City. Avail of their early bird rate of P850 for single attendee and P1500 for couples until March 26, 2017.

For those who want to attend Family and Finance, you can secure your limited slots thru Family and Finance website: http://familyandfinance.ph or you can join our giveaway. 

The mechanics are pretty easy. (Open to Metro Manila residents and nearby areas only)  

• Like My Metro Lifestyle on Facebook and Instagram. 
• Like Family and Finance on Facebook. 
• Share this post on facebook and caption it. "Win free tickets to Family and Finance 2017." 
• Comment your name and facebook share URL. 
• 3 winners will get a couple ticket (good for 2) worth Php 2,000. 
• The announcement will be on March 30, 2017. 

Novuhair Salutes All Women

In celebration of International Women’s Month this March, Nutramedica Inc., encourages women to speak their mind and know their rights. Be it in society or otherwise, women have excelled over the years, creating a sense of socio-equality that every female across the globe shall be proud of.

This years’ theme is “Be bold for change”, a very subjective manner of approach to the present era where women are called to lead and influence. Novuhair calls for the same thrust.

Novuhair empowers the female population by improving their appearance thru self-help ideas on social media. Channeling their self-esteem and confidence to exude.

Nutramedica Inc. itself is being led by a formidable woman, Sheila Mae Velilla, CEO & President. Ms. Velilla built the company from scratch, exerting much effort in product development and exemplary business & marketing acumen. Founded in 2004, Nutramedica was one of the first companies to market virgin coconut oil (VCO) in the Philippines. Today it is known for its comprehensive range of oral and injectable pharmaceutical lines, food supplements and cosmetic products.

At present, Novuhair has been awarded by Watson’s as the leading Medicated Hair Care Brand in the country for five consecutive years. The effectiveness of the product speaks for itself.

Novuhair is made with 19 natural ingredients that include moringa oleifera, panax ginseng, virgin coconut oil and the natural essences of rosemary and peppermint and almost 100% natural.

Novuhair nourishes the scalp and hair by increasing the flow of nutrients and improving blood circulation to the scalp. Novuhair also helps hydrate the scalp, maintain the hair’s natural luster and prevent early hair graying hair dryness and itching. It also penetrates deep to rejuvenate the hair follicles, provides optimum nutrition to help combat hair loss and/or thinning of hair, improves blood circulation in the scalp which contributes to the stimulation of hair growth.

Novuhair Topical Scalp Lotion, Shampoo, and Conditioner are available in all Mercury Drug Stores and other leading drug stores nationwide. For more information visit www.novuhair.com, like the brand’s official Facebook Page at Novuhair Official, follow it on Twitter at @NovuhairNatural and on Instagram @novuhairofficial. You may also call the Novuhair hotlines at 4136570 and 09228830575 and order online at Lazada and regaloservice.com.

LAST HURRAH For The Lazada Birthday Sale!

 
Lazada's Birthday Sale is only until tomorrow, March 23. In case you've missed it, until March 23, Lazada is offering FREE Delivery in Metro Manila and CALABARZON without any minimum purchase requirement! Nonetheless, Lazada offers CASH ON DELIVERY and FREE DELIVERY NATIONWIDE as well.

More importantly, here is a rundown of DEALS from electronics, health and beauty, fashion, and lifestyle that are just SO GOOD you'll feel bad if you missed it!

TECHIES

Summer is coming up so you'll be staying more outdoors. While you're on the run, best to keep with you the W8 Ultra HD Sports Action Camera which only costs P1,199. With that low price, you're getting a WI-FI action camera capable of preserving your memories into 4K videos! The JBL Go portable bluetooth speaker is also perfect for you! For onlyP988, you get to bring music with you whether you're on top of a mountain or enjoying the waves in the beach. It also has a speaker phone function and comes in 8 vibrant colors. Laptops anyone? Lenovo Ideapad 100S-11-IBY, an 11.6-inch laptop running on Windows 10 with a 2GB RAM is available for only P6,999. That's a LENOVO laptop for only P6,999! How about a smartphone? Here's the O+ Crunch for only P1,495. For that low price, you are getting a dual sim smartphone with a 4.5-inch display running on Android 5.1 and with an 8GB storage expandable up to 32GB. Lastly, we're having the Sony PlayStation 4 Slim for only P13,499. You can try going around checking every store but you can't find a PlayStation 4 set (of course it comes with a controller) cheaper than this! 

BEAUTY JUNKIES

One word - LIPSTICK! It's a lipstick party with amazing offers from L'Oreal ad NYX! L'Oreal Paris just launched their Rouge Magique line of lipsticks and all 15 shades are in Lazada with a 30% discount. For only P280, be one of the first to try out the Rouge Magique which hits offline stores in April for P400. NYX on the other hand offers a BUY 1 TAKE 1 promo for their lipstick and lip cream. Check out  
NYX Corset and Baby Doll Lingerie Lipstick bundle offered at P490 or the NYX Transylvania and Madrid Soft Matte Lip Cream bundle for only P360.

FASHIONISTAS

Daniel Wellington's popularity is on the rise but until tomorrow, Lazada is keeping its prices low. So low you can have your Daniel Wellington watch for only P2,799! With different variants for men and women, get to choose between classic designs such as Sheffield, Suffolk, St. Mawes, Somerset, Bristol, and St. Andrews. When it comes to backpacks, Jansport is the top of mind and it will not fail your expectations during Lazada's Birthday Sale. Jansport Superbreak backpacks will be on sale for only P1,555until tomorrow, a 22% discount from its retail price. And for jet-setters who travels in style, Delsey is your genie offering the 55cm Delsey Eole cabin trolley for onlyP2,699 and if you need a bigger space, the 67cm Delsey 4-wheels Extendo 3 Epansion trolley is on sale for only P3,709, a 70% discount from it's SRP of 12,550!

HOMEBODIES

Summer is coming so escape the summer heat with the Matrix 0.6 HP Window Type Air Conditioner for only P4,999. Also, since it rains less often, it's also the perfect time to do some renovations. The 
Bosch GSB 550 Impact Drill Electrician's Kit is the electrician's best friend and could be your perfect companion too. Execute your home improvement plans this summer for only P1,999. Make every meal a feast with the Caribbean CTB-2005 Turbo Broiler. For only P1,199, you can start preparing those extra special chicken or turkey dishes! And finally, here's the deal you just can't miss - the Nestle Lazada Anniversary Sale Pack! For only P555, you are getting 1x 1KG Nestle Bear Brand Adult Plus, 24x 25g Nestea Kiwi Lemon Blend Litro Pack, 24x 25g Nesfruta Guyabano Litro, and 6x 200ml Nescafe Caramel Macchiato.

The Lazada Birthday Sale in only until March 23 so avail of these amazing offers before the sale is over. Shop with Lazada and enjoy an effortless shopping experience. Cash on delivery and free delivery is available nationwide and you don't even need to create an account in order to purchase!

Get a Free Nescafe Coffee Machine during Lazada's Birthday Sale

Today is the first day of Lazada's Birthday Sale and don't miss the great deals that will be pouring from Lazada's brand and merchant partners. With discounts on products across  all categories, everyone is sure to enjoy browsing their website or mobile app to check out the best offers the Birthday Sale has to offer. One of the brands which came up with an irresistible offer is Nescafe. Coffee lovers will be delighted to know that during the 3-day sale from March 21 to 23, Nescafe Dolce Gusto will be offering a free coffee machine for a minimum purchase of 8 boxes of coffee capsules. For only P3,400, one can get not only 8 boxes of assorted coffee capsules but also a FREE Nescafe Dolce Gusto Oblo Machine. On the other hand, aNescafe Dolce Gusto Mini-Me Machine will come for free for every purchase of 10 boxes of assorted coffee capsules and a purchase of 12 boxes comes with a free Dolce Gusto Genio 2 Machine. The 10-box assorted coffee capsule package with a free Dolce Gusto Mini-Me Machine is priced at P4,250 while the 12-box coffee capsule pack with a free Dolce Gusto Genio 2 Machine will only cost P5,100.

Lazada affiliate bloggers had the chance to check out the Nescafe Dolce Gusto Mini-Me Machine during the unboxing event held on March 16. The compact and automatic coffee machine would look good in any kitchen counter with its modern design. Not only does the machine allow you to choose on whether you want your beverage hot or cold; it also allows the user, through its Play and Select function, to create the perfect coffee for himself.

Operating the machine is very easy. During the unboxing, the machine was tested with the Chococino capsules. Chocochino is prepared with two capsules, one containing pure premium chocolate and the other with whole milk. Simply turn on the machine and once the light indicator turns green, the machine can start its work. The capsule with chocolate was slid in first followed by the capsule containing milk. Each capsule indicates a number of bars which needs to be selected through the Play and Select function. The machine automatically stops at the right moment and an aromatic beverage is ready to be enjoyed! Making beverages is fun and easy with the Dolce Gusto coffee machines. And with a vast selection of beverages, from Espresso, to Cappuccino, hot chocolate and even teas, each coffee machine will be a good kitchen companion day and night. What are you waiting for? Getting your Dolce Gusto coffee machine can never be more effortless with Lazada offering not only CASH ON DELIVERY but also FREE DELIVERY.  This offer is only available for 3 days so make sure that you grab this limited offer. Lazada's Birthday Sale runs from March 21 to 23 so check out Lazada.com.ph to see thousands of discounted products.

Nestle and Mamypoko on Sale During Lazada's Birthday Sale

Lazada's Birthday Sale is not only for  tech enthusiasts and beauty junkies, but for moms and dads as well. Nestle and MamyPoko will both be offering discounts on their products during the Birthday Sale which runs from March 21 to March 23, 2017. It will all start at midnight of March 21 with Nestle offering a 10% discount on Nestle Nido 3 + Pre-School Powdered Milk Drink With Free Storage Box 1.6kg. From it's original price of P770, it will be priced lower at P693. Another Nestle product which will be having a 10% discount is the the 3-Pack 50g Nestle Cerelac Nutripuffs Banana & Orange which is priced down at P201. Nido FortiChoco and Nido Fortigrow will also both get a 10% price reduction during the 3-day sale. The set of 6 Nido FortiChoco 150g-pack will only cost P679 while the set of 6 Nido Fortigrow 160g-pack will be priced at P757.

MamyPoko will be offering discounts of up to 50% off starting midnight of March 21. At 40% discount, MamyPoko Extra Dry Diaper Newborn, Pack of 28+2 will be priced at P181. MamyPoko Easy to Wear Diaper Panta Medium 20's, Pack of 6, on the other hand, will only cost P507. That's less than P4.25 pesos for every diaper! On top of these flash sale products, MamyPoko will be applying a 30% discount on many of its products for the 3-day sale as well so make sure that you visit the MamyPoko website.

Many more brands for your kids will go on sale during the 3-day Birthday Sale. Philips Avent Baby bottles will go on flash sale at midnight of March 22 with a 38% discount as well as a Chicco Sterilizer  offered at 62% off on March 22. Visit Lazada.com.ph to check out Lazada's amazing deals for all of its product categories. Lazada offers both CASH ON DELIVERY as well as FREE DELIVERY so shopping is effortless especially for parents who have limited time to go shopping outside for their children's needs.

Lazada's Birthday Treat: Box of Joy

The Box of Joy is becoming Lazada's staple treat to its affiliate bloggers during campaign season. It initially started back in 2016 for the yearly Online Revolution and this year's Birthday Sale saw the comeback of the Box of Joy. Previously, the contents of the box are primarily goods from the FMCG sector. While this year's Box of Joy is still dominated by FMCG, we're already seeing new additions from categories such as watches, and electronics accessories. Colgate and Palmolive have been supporting the Box of Joy since the beginning and this year is no exception. This year's ColPal haul includes Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection Great Regular Flavor Anti-Cavity Family Toothpaste, Plax Ice Infinity, Palmolive Aloe Vera Shampoo & Conditioner, Palmolive Naturals Body Wash,Palmolive Naturals WHITE + MILK soap, Gard Charcoal Shampoo, and Tender Care Talk Pink Soft. Colgate is also launching a scholarship promo starting April 3 for its Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection Great Regular Flavor Anti-Cavity Family Toothpaste and there will be 2,500 winners of scholarships, and other prizes once the promo ends. From Unilever, Dove's Deeply Nourishing Body Wash and Hair Therapy - Hair Fall Rescue as well as Tresemme Platinum Strength Conditioner are included in the box. Tresemme Platinum Strength Shampoo, Conditioner and Hair Spray Gift Set will go on sale from March 21 to 23 for only P249, a 42% discount from it's price SRP of P429. As for Procter & Gamble, Pantene Hair Fall Control Intensive Conditioner have been shared to affiliate bloggers. P&G will be having a promo price on its bestselling Olay Night Ritual which will go on sale for only P999.

There's also stronger support from merchants selling products from other categories. Merchant Sunsonic Electronic Plaza has given away an Awei Micro USB Cable for Smartphones and merchant Anything Under the  Sun gave away classic and trendyTempus watches. Hopefully with Lazada's ever-growing partners base, more and more brands and merchants will support the Box of Joy project in the future. The Lazada Birthday Sale runs from March 21 to 23 with products on flash sale available all throughout the day. Make sure that you visit Lazada.com.ph during the campaign and enjoy these amazing discounts from Lazada and its partners. Remember that Lazada offers CASH ON DELIVERY and FREE DELIVERY to ensure the customers' effortless shopping experience.