Visit the Secret Christmas Garden at SM Southmall!

The holidays are here once again and there’s no better place to celebrate it than right at every Southies’ second home. SM Southmall is known for their larger-than-life, picturesque Christmas centerpieces that are perfect backgrounds to our holiday photos. This year however, SM Southmall unveiled their first ever experiential Christmas centerpiece! 

Abundant trees in varying sizes surround the whole display with a pathway leading to and unveiling the mystery of a secret garden. At the heart of the centerpiece is a 35-feet towering Christmas tree adorned with blooms and thousands of sparkling lights with giant elegant reindeers around it. Be transported to a Secret Christmas Garden at the mall’s Food Street Concourse. 

There’s a lot more in store!

SM Southmall wants to bring back the joy of shoppers through fun and ‘southtacular’ activities you may safely enjoy (even with your kids)! Here are four ways you can fully enjoy Christmas with SM Southmall: 

The South Pole Express. Another first for the mall is their Christmas drive-thru experience with immersive displays and interactive moments that families can enjoy in the safety and comfort of their cars. Let us all aboard The South Pole Express starting December 1st!  

South Yuletide Markets. The Christmas bazaar will have a display of different knickknacks and gifts you can take home to the family. The South Yuletide Markets are there for the holidays so check them out at the Event Center and South Yard (near Door 4).

Santa’s Here! The pandemic cannot stop Santa Claus from visiting SM Southmall. He will be at the Door 4 driveway to bring the Christmas cheer to as many Southies as possible! Drive thru with your kids on December 24 – 25 and say hi!

The Big South Sale is also something to look forward to on November 19 – 21. Up to 70% off on festive finds! Check out some last-minute Christmas gifts for your family without the long wait and shipping fees! Get a chance to drive home in a brand-new MG ZS Compact SUV with every P3,000 single or accumulated receipts from any SM Southmall store. 

Spread the spirit of giving this Christmas and purchase a pair of Bears of Joy. Customers get to keep one bear and the other one will be donated to the kids of SOS Children’s Villages. Just drop by the Bears of Joy booth at the Food Street Concourse and purchase a pair for only P250 until December 25. 

Christmas may be celebrated differently this year but its spirit is still the same! Stay up-to-date on all the holiday fun and events happening down South! Visit @smsouthmall on Facebook and Instagram for more information.  

Sigurista Parent Approved: Sulit Must-Haves For Your Newborn

Being a new parent is such an exciting time. Whether it’s your first baby, or your second or third, every newborn makes any parent feel like they are entering a new chapter in their lives. But with the excitement of this chapter comes worries and fears about making sure you are giving your baby everything he or she needs. Sigurista Parents like you can’t help but want only the best for your baby!

To help you get started, here are some of the items you need to invest in and stock up on as soon as possible. It will help make your baby’s first few months some of the best months of his or her life!

Drink up

One of the first decisions every parent has to make is how they will feed their baby. There is extensive research on the benefits of breastfeeding, so if you are going this route, it’s best you stock up on breast pumps, nursing pads, and nipple cream. If you’re going the bottle-feeding path, stock up on quality bottles and bottle brushes. There are also a bunch of sterilizers that you can look into to make the cleaning process easier for you!

Bath time is fun time

For first time parents, giving their tiny babies a bath can be daunting. To ease your fears, make sure you get shampoo and soap that are gentle on baby’s skin, as well as soft towels to dry them off with. Invest in a bath seat or infant tub to lessen chances of accidents in the bathroom.

Sweet dreams all night

Sleep training is becoming more popular among this generation of new parents. Not only will your baby have better sleep quality, so will you! Check out crib sheets and mattresses first, then extend your research to swaddles and hush machines. Soon you and your baby will wake up energized every morning!

Rash protection like no other

A baby’s diaper is one of the most important items in a parent’s must-have list. A Sigurista Parent knows that a good diaper will help keep baby more comfortable and prevent unwanted rashes. That’s why it’s important for Sigurista Parents like you to invest in the best.

Pampers Baby Dry for Newborn has a 2-in-1 Rash Shield that helps prevent diaper rash that comes long periods of kulob and babad. Pampers Baby Dry for Newborn  the best diaper choice if you’re looking for superior protection from rashes for your newborn’s skin.

As a new mom, Sigurista Parent Camille Co shares how her adorable little girl is growing up so quickly and how choosing Pampers Baby Dry for Newborn  has helped her savor every moment with her baby. “Sienna bug is growing up too fast! 😭 She’s already learning how to sit! Soon, she’ll be crawling. Someone press pause please. Before we know it, we won’t be playing like this anymore and I’ll probably be chasing her all over the house. Imagine having to chase her countless times for diaper changes too? 😂 Good thing with @pampersph Baby Dry For Newborn’s 2-in-1 Rash Shield, we can do less diaper changes and not worry about rashes brought about by kulob and wetness.”

Mommy Fidelis on the other hand puts her baby’s comfort as top priority and Pampers Baby Dry for Newborn helps her provide this. She shares, “Playtime and bedtime is very important to growing babies like Francine. And ayokong naabala yun just because I need to change her diaper frequently. Kaya naman simula umpisa pa lang, Pampers Baby Dry na ang gamit nya that protects her all day from kulob and wetness. And most importantly, it has a #SiguristaShield kaya iwas rashes! Comfy night and day!”

You got this Sigurista Parent!

At the end of the day, you are the best person to judge what’s best for your baby. Don’t panic too much. Trust your parental instincts. Let your love and care for your baby guide your way. Start with the essentials and trust only the best reviewed products with proven benefits.  

When you’ve invested in only quality products like Pampers Baby Dry for Newborn, you can rest assured that your baby is well taken care of. Camille reiterates, “#ChoosePampers and trust in its #SiguristaShield for more bonding moments and less stress.”

Add this Sigurista Parent essential to your cart today. Pampers Baby Dry for Newborn is available in the P&G Official online shops on Lazada and Shopee. 

Lumina Homes to spread Christmas spirit at GMA’s ‘Kapuso Bigay Premyo sa Pasko’ promo

Christmas is the season of hope, love, and family. However, it’s hard to feel the festive spirit in the middle of the pandemic. For months, we’ve witnessed losing our loved ones, being cooped up in our homes, and feeling uncertain about the future. 

To boost the Christmas spirit, Lumina Homes will give away one house-and-lot unit at GMA’s “Kapuso Bigay Premyo sa Pasko” Christmas promo. 

The Angelique Inner Unit Townhouse is part of Lumina Homes’ diverse catalog, which strengthens its goal to provide homes to every Filipino. The 35-square-meter townhouse, which sits on top of a 36-square-meter lot, is a place where families can celebrate the Christmas season together. 

The Angelique Townhouse includes a living room, dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, one toilet and bath, one carport provision, and a service area. It’s a homey space that all families need to experience the hopeful and festive spirit of Christmas. 

To join, participants must follow these three simple steps: 

1.  Wait for the “Kapuso Bigay Premyo sa Pasko” invite plug that will be broadcast during the commercial gaps at GMA and GTV. You can also learn about the mechanics at http://promos.gmanetwork.com/gmapromos/.
2. Before joining, make sure to have a proof of purchase of the following products: 

BEAR BRAND® Fortified Powdered Milk Drink One (1) empty pack of any of the following:

• BEAR BRAND® Fortified Powdered Milk Drink 33g, 99g/114g, 150g/170g, 320g, 700g/770g, 900g/1kg, 1.2kg, 1.6kg, 2kg, 2.4kg 
• BEAR BRAND® Fortified Choco Milk Drink 29g, 150g, 300g, 900g 
• BEAR BRAND® Fortified Real Strawberry Milk Drink 300g 

Only packaging with an expiration date of April 2022 onwards is accepted. 

MILO® 

• Two (2) empty packs of MILO® 24g 
• One (1) empty pack of MILO® 48g, 300g, 600g, 624g, 1kg, 1.2kg

 Only packaging with an expiration date of May 2022 onwards is accepted. 

NESCAFÉ® Creamy White 

• Two (2) empty packs of NESCAFÉ® Creamy White 29g or 
• One (1) empty pack of NESCAFÉ® Creamy White Twin pack 58g 

Only packaging with an expiration date of August 2022 onwards is accepted 

AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning 

•  Mix 
five (5) empty packs of AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning Mix 7g or 8g 

Remember, a combination of proof-of-purchase from different sponsors is not allowed. 

3. Write the following details on a piece of paper:

• Name 
• Age 
• Complete Home Address 
• Contact Number 
• Handwritten Signature 

For more chances of winning, you can also include the name of the Sari-Sari store where you got your proof-of-purchase: 

• Name of a valid Sari-Sari Store 
• Complete address of the Sari-Sari Store
• Contact number of the Sari-Sari Store owner

Here’s an example of a complete entry for participants: 

Name: Antonio Encias 

Age: 45 years old 

Address: 1975 Zobel St. Singalong, Manila 

Contact no.: 09171777777

Signature: Antonio Encias 

Sari-Sari Store Name: Joy Sari-Sari Store 

Address of Sari-Sari Store: 1980 Zobel St. Singalong, Manila 

Tel No of Sari-Sari Store: 09077771777 

4. Place the paper and a proof-of-purchase in a plain white envelope of any size (long o short envelope) and include the following details at the back: 

• Kapuso Bigay Premyo sa Pasko 
• Included brands 
• Area of residence (NCR, Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao) 

Here’s an example for participants: 

KAPUSO BIGAY PREMYO SA PASKO (BRAND) NCR 

5. Drop your entry with the complete details and proof-of-purchase in the drop boxes located at chosen Mercury Drug branches or the GMA Network Annex Building, EDSA corner Timog Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City, 1103. 

The 10-week “Kapuso Bigay Premyo sa Pasko” Christmas promo will give bigger, more exciting prizes to over 3,000 Kapuso winners in the daily, weekly, and grand draws! There will be 1,400 cash winners of P1,000, 70 winners of P10,000 Pasko-buhayan cash packages, 50 winners of P100,000 Grand Aguinaldo cash packages, and a Grand Prize winner of a brand-new house and lot from Lumina Homes. 

Lumina Homes remains committed to providing Filipino families an affordable home to call their own nine years since its launch, especially during the Christmas season. For more information, visit https://www.lumina.com.ph/. Like and follow @luminahomesofficial on Facebook or contact 0917-629- 6523.

10 most creative, inventive and fun!

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) Group recently concluded it’s first-ever #AjinomotoSustainAbilidadChallenge, an initiative that enjoined Filipinos to share their do-it-yourself (DIY) sustainability projects.   The online challenge garnered a total of 243 entries.  Five Facebook and five Tiktok participants with the most creative application of the 3Rs of conservation—reduce, reuse, recycle— were hailed as winners.

 

“Filipinos are resourceful and innovative.  This campaign proves just how invested we are when it comes to taking better care of our environment. We hope this campaign further inspires individuals to live a more sustainable lifestyle at home,” said Roann Co, Ajinomoto General Manager of Marketing and Public Relations.

 

Winning DIY Projects to Try at Home

 

The five winning entries from Facebook include a project that turned used sachets of Ajinomoto products into a beautiful plastic curtain, as well as one that turned what would have been trash into a fully functioning and fashionable apron. Used cartons were also popular among participants, one turned into a doll house and another into a DIY toy kitchen for kids. Meanwhile, tabs collected from soft drink cans were transformed into a soda tabs gown.

 

Moreover, the entries submitted via Tiktok were equally inventive. One of the winning entries turned an old electronic cartridge into a mini amplifier, while another transformed old throw pillows into new, upcycled ones. On the other hand, those working from home may be inspired by the following DIY office organizers: plastic bottle pencil holders, carton storage box and tissue box turned facemask container.

 

Each of the 10 winners will receive P2,000 worth of gift certificate and other special items from APC Group.  Special awards will also be given to entries that garnered the most number of “likes.”

 

“It makes me glad and proud to see that the SustainAbilidad Challenge was a success. Seeing all the creative DIY projects is truly inspiring because it shows us how big of an impact small acts can do. It also shows us that environmental sustainability really does begin at home,” said Guia Cebrero, Ajinomoto Brand Manager, one of the contest judges.

 

The #AjinomotoSustainAbilildadChallenge is part of APC’s Ilabas ang SustainAbilidad environment education campaign that was launched last year to help consumers incorporate sustainable practices in their daily lives.

 

Moreover, showing its serious commitment to sustainability, APC Group had earlier pledged to reduce its plastic waste to zero by 2030. The organization has already reduced the size and thickness of its packaging that led to lessening its plastic waste by 70-100 tons per year. The company has also made use of waste water treatment facilities and technologies to convert some of its factory materials to reusable fuel. 

 

“The #AjinomotoSustainabilidadChallenge together with our other green initiatives are all part of our company’s commitment to resolving social issues through the Ajinomoto Group Creating Shared Value (ASV). We aim to contribute greater health and environmental wellness for people around the world.” Co remarked.

 

Visit COOKMUNITY by Ajinomoto Philippines Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CookmunitybyAjinomotoPH/ for more SustainAbilidad ideas and inspirations in support of Global Sustainability.  

 

HOLIDAY HUES FROM SM HOME

When you think about Christmas, traditional colors of red, green, and gold come to mind. But with most of us spending more time at home, it’s a good idea to be more creative when selecting holiday hues to add a contemporary touch to Christmas celebrations.

Frosty White, Classic Red, Blush Luxe, and Dusk are SM Home’s four main color themes to bring the holidays to our homes. 

With probably the widest assortment of décor in town, and more than 500 ornaments to choose from, SM Home shares with us some imaginative ways- and colors - to celebrate all that is inspired, inventive, and innovative.

• Frosty White. A white palette makes your fir or frosted-berry tree merry and magical. Deck your tree with sparkly silver and white ornaments, blended with luxurious ribbons to create a cozy, snowy and wintry wonderland. Also, add some dazzle it with some glittered snowmen and penguin plushies.
• Classic Red. Create a cozy and casual holiday living room with classic reds that never go out of style. Add shades of white, and don’t forget a bit of sparkle for added flair. Nutcracker toy soldiers, potted berry trees, wreaths and Christmas trees, snow globes, and miniature vintage villages will help showcase a traditional holiday scene at home.
• Blush Luxe. Metallic hues make an elegant and polished holiday look. This year, add a rosy palette update of white and blush pink into your Christmas design. Glam up your tabletop with Nordic Gonk plushies or Pink Angel dolls for your little girl’s dreamy Christmas.
• Dusk. Bring in the cozy cabin and rustic vibe with a twist by decking out your tree with copper, blues, and other jewel tones ornaments. Add some neutral-toned reindeers and burlap Christmas trees for more green and neutral vibes.  

Check out the latest SM Home Christmas catalog and shop online with The SM Store website www.thesmstore.com or via the SM Store’s Call to Deliver services #143SM (#14376). For more info and updates, follow them at SM Home at the SM Store in Instagram or visit thesmstore.com website.

SMALL TALK WITH SMALL LAUDE AND SM

Although her name is Small, Filipina socialite, entrepreneur, and celebrity vlogger Small Laude knows what it is to live large. Funny, exuberant, and down to earth, her effortless humor has gained her 350K subscribers and followers who love her videos on fashion, lifestyle and her own shopping adventures in her YouTube channel. She also stars in her own 4-part TV special, It’s a Small World on Metro Channel. 

Her latest shopping adventure takes her to SM, as host of Shop All You Can with Small Laude, where she highlights SM’s Call to Deliver service from October 15 to November 15, 2021 at The SM Store's Facebook pagefacebook.com/thesmstore.

As someone who has traveled and lived abroad extensively, Small admits “I didn’t shop a lot in Manila before.” She was therefore amazed when she started shopping at SM and discovered the store’s extensive offerings. 

“SM has everything,” she enthuses. “Even some of the items I have from abroad, SM has them! So many nice things. I enjoy shopping at SM now, the experience is exciting!” 

She has been especially delighted with SM’s Call to Deliver service, which she calls “a great and modern experience.” 

Small describes the Call to Deliver service as “quite easy and convenient! The personal shoppers are competent and very accommodating. They will find and source all your needs.” 

She was impressed with the service “because of the vast merchandise that’s available to choose from. Being able to get everything in one place and the convenience of having the personal shopper complete all you need and deliver it right to your door was fun and exhilarating!” 

Her personal picks from her Call to Deliver shopping adventure? “Of course my Kitchen Aid!” she quickly answers. “I never knew The SM Store has it. I love the clothes and shoes, and perfumes that I selected. The scent collection of SM can compare those of other stores abroad! Too many to mention, really.” 

Small’s shopping tips for the new normal” “Everything SM because they’ve got it all for you!” 

Watch Small Laude'sShop All You Can video, and use her promo code to avail of FREE Delivery, with a minimum P1,000 The SM Store Call To Deliver purchase. 

As SM continues to celebrate the birth month of its founder Henry Sy Sr. this October with Super Month, you can get a chance to win exclusive vouchers and freebies from The SM Store Call to Deliver Scratch & Win promotion starting October 15, 2021 to January 15, 2022. Play Scratch & Win by registering a Philippine-issued mobile number using mobile phones or tablets at rewards.thesmstore.com. 

Celebrate Super Month with The SM Store Call to Deliver! Order from the comforts of your home and we will shop for you. Chat with them now via The SM Store’s Facebook

 Messenger bit.ly/CTD-Messenger and 

Vibercomm: bit.ly/JoinSMViber 

Viber admin: thesmstore.hiallie.com. Check out The SM Store’s facebook page facebook.com/thesmstoreCall #143SM

Get exclusive savings on Brother bundles on Lazada

Filipinos in the market for a new printer can now shop online for great deals on Lazada, as Brother Philippines has partnered with its official partner Solid Business Machines Center Inc. (Solidmac) to launch exclusive printers bundles and other bundled machines on the online shopping platform.

 

The demand for printing products and consumables continues to increase as most of the corporate workforce and students remain doing most of their activities at home. Thus, Brother prioritized products that are most needed for Work from Home and Distance Learning. Ink tank printing machines for one have always been perfect for home for its user-friendly features and less expensive cost per print.

 

The following ink tank bundles and other special bundles are exclusively available on the Solidmac Lazada store:

• Brother DCP-T420W wireless and mobile printer + 2 sets of inks – P9,310 (save P200)
• Brother DCP-T520W 3-in-1 wireless multifunction printer + 2 sets of inks – P11,310 (save P200)
• Brother DCP-T720DW inkjet printer, copier, and scanner + 2 sets of inks – P14,310 (save P200)
• Brother Label Printer PT-P710BT + TZE-RN34 + TZE-RW34 Free Fabric Tape TZE-FA3 – P9,040
• Brother PT-E110 Label Printer + free AC Adaptor and 9mm Flexible-ID TZe tape cassette – P3,950
• Brother Label Printer PTD600 + TZe-231V2 FREE Matte Tape TZEM951 – P7,240

 

“We’re always looking for ways to make our products more affordable and accessible to all Filipinos. Our partnership with Solidmac on Lazada helps a lot in meeting our customers’ printing needs, as well as giving them an option that keeps them safe and risk-free at home,” said Glenn Hocson, Brother Philippines president.

 

Getting these bundles with extra consumables are a good way to keep your home and office well-stocked, without having to spend more on additional inks and tapes. Non-bundled printers, label makers, and consumables are also available on the store. Watch out for more exclusive deals and surprise offers from Brother Philippines coming soon!

 

Grab these bundles from the Solidmac Lazada Store by visiting https://bit.ly/SolidMacLazada-Brother.

 

For more details, customers may visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BROTHERatyourside/. They can also call the Brother Helpdesk Hotline at (02) 8 581-9898, or through the toll-free line at 1-10-BROTHER or send an email to helpdesk@brother.com.ph.

THE ART OF GIFTING WITH THE SM STORE’s SM GIFT REGISTRY

While most festivities today have been rather low key or even virtual, there’s nothing like a gift to make a milestone memorable. It is one way of joining in celebrations, as well as expressing love and appreciation to friends and family - a great way of nurturing relationships especially during these times. 

Rediscover the art of gifting with the new The SM Store Gift Registry App and Online Website. 

The SM Store Gift Registry App, is your one stop gift registry for all your celebrations. It offers a wide range of products with over a hundred brands for every occasion - birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, baptisms, housewarmings and any other occasion in between. And today, The SM Store Gift Registry App can provide you with a convenient, efficient, and fun gift-giving experience. 

Shopping for your perfect presents is now so easy:

• Download THE SM STORE GIFT REGISTRY App on your mobile phone. Sign up, create or view an event for your celebration. 
•  Manage the event page on the app and personalize it with your own event invite. 
• Add items to your wish list from the The SM Store Gift Registry’s catalog that guests can now select from and buy online. 
•  Registrants can now manage and track the gifts purchased by their guests. Also, registrants can share the event and link of their wish list with their family and friends thru Facebook, Instagram and Viber.
• Convenient and secure payment options are also available in the App. Online payment options such as debit or credit cards, mobile payment services and digital wallets like GrabPay and GCash are also available. 

Gift-giving is also rewarding as both registrants and guests can earn SMAC points, avail of free gift-wrapping and free delivery of gifts to the celebrants right at their doorstep. 

The SM Store’s Gift Registry is now on mobile. Download the App and register your event or visit The SM Store’s SM Gift Registry section at The SM Store branch near you and have a Gift Registry Associate assist you. For more info, visit The SM Store Gift Registry website https://thesmstoregiftregistry.com or The SM Store website https://www.thesmstore.com

Early detection of dementia is critical -- expert

A medical expert has sounded the alarm on early and proper detection of dementia in the Philippines which is often misinterpreted as an aging problem or being ulyanin and malilimutin in Filipino terms. 

In the first episode of a webinar series called “Malilimutin: Dahil nga ba sa katandaan?" 

Neurologist and dementia specialist Dr. Jacqueline Dominguez shared her knowledge on dementia and how to differentiate it from mere forgetfulness on the part of the patient. 

HI-Eisai sponsored the webinar to raise awareness on dementia and related types of diseases. 

"Dementia is a collection of symptoms with decline in cognition, change in behavior, and impairment of daily function," Dominguez said in the live webinar held last Thursday (Sept 9). 

She enumerated the types of dementia, including the most common one, Alzheimer's disease. Other types are fronto-temporal, Parkinson's dementia, dementia due to traumatic brain injury, and dementia due to depression and other medical conditions. 

For her part, digital influencer Nina Rayos acknowledged that there is still a lack of awareness when it comes to dealing with dementia. 

Rayos is known in the social media through her vlogs featuring her mother, DonyaToyang, who has been clinically diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. 

She shared how it took seven years before her family learned that Donya Toyang was forgetful not due to old age, but was inflicted with the disease.

"My mother started to show early symptoms of [Alzheimer's disease] in 2012, but we only just had her diagnosed in 2019. We didn't really think about it so much back then, thinking that maybe she's just simply getting old. She forgets a lot of things, and she always misplaces house keys and money," Rayos said. 

What triggered her to finally bring her mother to the hospital was when the latter was hallucinating. 

RayosrecalledhowDonyaToyangstartedtobecomeconfusedonbasicday-to-dayactivities such as cooking, and began to forget important details in her life such as the name of her children and granddaughter and the fact that her parents and other loved ones already passed away. 

Dominguez said disorientation or hallucination is one way to differentiate mere forgetfulness from dementia. She said that is most likely dementia when someone's moment of disorientation already makes it hard for her to go back to reality and determine what's real or not. 

"Early diagnosis prevents the disease from progressing. Elders suffering from dementia are treated badly because the family doesn't really understand their situation," Dominguez explained. 

Dominguez then highlighted the importance of the role of family and relatives in spotting the aforementioned symptoms. She said it’s the patients’ loved ones that can help direct them to appropriate medical responses to their condition.

Meanwhile, Dominguez said other symptoms to watch out for are extreme cases of memory loss wherein the potential patient could no longer remember a lot of things; when the person is already having difficulty in performing tasks that she or he is used to doing; when the person is already having poor judgment. 

Early diagnosis and treatment are important to help slow down the progression of Dementia. Visit your doctor at the earliest sign/symptom to give you or your loved one the best treatment possible. 

The “Malilimutin: Dahil nga ba sa katandaan?" Facebook Live last September 9 and 23, 2021 webinars are available at the HI-Eisai Pharmaceutical, Inc. Facebook page. 

September 9 - https://fb.watch/8l03eKdR33/ 

September 23 - https://fb.watch/8l0228zJoY/