Netflix’s “Too Hot to Handle” is a Hot Mess
Ten heterosexual male and female models meet in a picturesque island to find romance. Who would take home the money? Who would go home with the hottest date? You’re going…
Issa A Modern Filipino Mom’s List of Newborn Essentials
A few weeks before giving birth, I made a list of essential things to buy for me and my baby. With our small one-bedroom apartment, limited budget, and minimalist lifestyle,…
Price Survey of Rotavirus Vaccine in the Philippines
Back in July 2012, the Deparment of Health introduced the Rotavirus vaccine as part of its expanded immunization program. It was given in three doses (at 2nd month, 4th month…
Getting Free PENTA Vaccine at a Health Center in Cebu
Vaccines such as pentavalent are free at barangay health centers. Yet after hearing stories of poor treatment and inferior service, I was hesitant to give it a shot. Last Wednesday,…
C-Section Delivery Cost in Cebu
“How much did you pay for your C-Section delivery at Perpetual Succour Hospital?” That’s a question I asked a lot when I was pregnant. Now that the baby is out,…
Philippines Still the World’s Social Media Capital
Filipino internet users spend about 4 hours a day on social media sites, particularly Facebook. If that makes you wonder what Filipinos do on social media, here are some popular…
Sailing Over Hong Kong’s Skyscrapers, Hills, And Seas
Hong Kong’s gondola lift promised fresh sights: trees, seas, and hills instead of dull grey buildings. And it delivered! A standard Ngong Ping 360 cable car, which dangles several hundreds…
Let’s Talk About Working Dads
Working moms need support and appreciation. But so do working dads, don’t you think?
My Breastfeeding Journey
Eight babies. How did my mom ever do it? Compared to her seemingly effortless experience, my initial six weeks of breastfeeding felt like a marathon. Was it this difficult, or…
See What Each Age Group Likes on Facebook With Audience Insights
At the moment, there are about 60M – 70M Filipinos (18-65+) using Facebook, according to Audience Insights. As a marketer, this channel is something you can’t ignore.