Auntie Anne’s Makes Your Christmas Shopping Merry and Bright

"Tis the season to satisfy your sweet tooth with our pretzel-perfect snack."

Have you visited Auntie Anne's lately? They currently have the nuttiest holiday treat that makes gift shopping more fun. Be delighted as Auntie Anne's delicious pretzels are conveniently handy that you can eat it while looking for the best Christmas presents for your family and friends.

Auntie Anne's Red Almond Crunch Nuggets

Color your cravings with this red almond crunch nugget that is crispy outside and baked to perfection inside with a distinct sweetness. This moist little nugget is sprinkled with almonds that will dazzle your Christmas shopping. Auntie Anne's Red Almond Crunch Nuggets had been hitting their stores since December 1, 2015.

It's not too late! Rush to the nearest Auntie Anne's branches nationwide.

You may also join the conversation at 

https://www.facebook.com/AuntieAnnesPretzelsPH.

Follow them too at https://twitter.com/auntieannesphl and https://www.instagram.com/auntieannesphl.

Geeking Tom Shirt Wars

Founded on July 2013, a group of obsessive nerds that love cool shirts based on pop-culture decided to make their own brand and show off their love for all things geek - Geeking Tom was born. Their tagline, "Levep-up your t-shirt game" because the goal is to stop t-shirt mediocrity and promote originality.

They are all about being proud and showing off things that geeks love - comics, games, fandoms, and more - through awesome shirts. Their shirts are 100% cotton, thick and durable, yet comfortable to wear. The designs are screen-printed to ensure the best quality for every shirt printed. Currently, Geeking Tom shirts are available online and through our retail partners Dyce and Dyne (Pasig), and Parafreaq (San Juan).

What sets them apart from other geek apparel is that all their designs are original and you won't find them anywhere else. They believe in the talent of Filipino graphic artists and their works deserve to be seen by all.

Since they pride on being original, they came up with the concept to hold a shirt designing contest for the entire month of October called, "Geeking Tom Shirt Wars". The contest is a tribute to the upcoming release of Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens. The winner of the contest will be printed and sold by Geeking Tom, the winner's name will be included in the t-shirt's tag, and the winner will receive a 40.00PHP royalty (commission) per shirt sold, not bad.

How to join? 

The artist must submit his/her original design via e-mail to geekingtomshirts@gmail.com with the subject, "Geeking Tom Shirt Wars". Each entry must include the participants full name, e-mail address, contact number and the title of their entry. Multiple entries are allowed, but must be submitted separately.

And not only that, readers who would provide my promo code will have a chance to purchase their shirts online with a 15% discount. What is my promo code? KikayDragon.

Join now, who knows your shirt design might be the next best seller on their online store. 

A Unique 40-Day Habit Formation Program

After the successful "Unleash the leadership in you" under Asia Leaders Talk, Mike Grogan (founder of BestofYou) is again inviting everyone in this unique 40-Day Habit Formation Program that will inspire and empower you to create simple yet powerful success habits that will get you to where you need to be.

Success and fulfillment in life can only be achieved by the might and force of Habit. Few people truly understand how to create the right habits, thus mediocrity and inconsistency become their norm.

To get to the next level in any area of your life (e.g. health, relationships, career, finances, spiritual), we must abandon the search for overnight solutions and instead intentionally commit ourselves to creating the right Habits that over time will transform us.

The goal of The 40-Day Miracle Program is to prepare, guide and encourage you to not only know the science of habit formation but to be successful in applying it to you life to be able to mentor others that you care about to do the same.

If history has taught us anything, it tells us that no one can make it on his or her own. This is your chance to become the person you are meant to be, for both yourself and those that depend on you.

How to register: 

http://bestofyou.ph/events/40-day-miracle-creating-habits-will-transform-your-life

10 Start-Up Innovators to "Pitch In" at the Asia E-Commerce Expo 2015

Asia E-Commerce Expo 2015 is happening on November 25, 2015 at SMX Convention Center, Taguig from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM with more than 20 speaker and expecting 300 attendees plus 30 exhibitors to showcase their products and services.

The main objective of the event is to empower the start-up innovators and traditional organizations to adapt E-Commerce and to learn from the following sessions and discussions about; EPrivacy, Elogistics, Epayments, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing, CRM, Strategy, E-Commerce and Going Global.

The organizers will present also 10 Start-Up Innovators who submitted their profiles to share to the attendees their products and services and possibly to meet their prospective partners if looking. We are giving each Start-Up Companies 5 minutes to present their innovation, company profiles, poducts and services for everyone to see.

#AECoE is not just about learning, empowerment and inspiration but a potential future collaboration that's why we allot time for networking. Speakers confirmed are as follows plus 5 more awaiting for their confirmation:

• Constantin Robertz - Managing Director, Zalora
• Lars Jeppesen - CEO, Tech One Global
• Jacqueline Van Den Ende - Managing Director, Lamudi\
• Kristian Melquiades - General Manager, Viber
• Janette Toral - Founder, Digital Club Filipino
• Subir Lohani - Managing Director, Carmudi
• Chinkee Tan - Book Author and Radio Host
• Robert Yupangco - CEO, Yupangco Group of Companies
• Frederic Levy - Founder and CEO, CashCashPinoy
• Camille Montejo - CEO, Tree Top Adventure, Inc.
• Bjorn Pardo - CEO, Xend Business Solutions
• Quentin Boucher - Managing Director, Ensogo
• Amor Maclang - Director for Communications, Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications Inc.
• Mannix Pabalan - CEO, Hashtag Digital

Moderators:

• Chris Kiklas - President, EmLogis
• Pocholo Gonzales - CEO, Creativoices Production
• Spanky Enriquez - Corporate Communications Consultant

Speakers are leaders from different industries and engaged in momentous pursuits of significance to the ASEAN region. Attendees are senior business people, high-ranking government officials and media journalists.

Registration Fee per delegate: 3,000.00PHP (Inclusion: Snacks, Elegant Buffet Lunch, Conference and Expo).

3 Easy Steps to Register

1. Deposit the registration fee to

 TAG Media and Public Relations

BPI Checking Account Number: 1680 0010 29

2. Scan the deposit slip.

3. Send the scanned copy to maria@asiaecommerce.ph.

For those who are interested in the "Pitch In" Session. You can still submit your profile on or before September 30, 2015. The chosen companies will be included in the program/agenda.

For more info please check the following:

For partnership/sponsorship: http://www.asiaecommerce.ph
Text or Call: 0916.629.9381
Email: maria@asiaecommerce.ph

Marikina City now has Salliano's Restaurant and Bar

Photo credit to Travel Mate

A new bonding place where family and friends could celebrate, Salliano's Restaurant and Bar's Grand Launch will be on September 19, 2015, Saturday. Many guests are invited to perform on their stage including one of the leading bands in the country, UP Dharma Down. Salliano's had its soft-opening last July 18 and was warmly patronized by the locals of Marikina City.

Salliano's houses the exceptionally enormous meatballs, the uniquely cooked Paella and one of their specialty desserts, custaroons.

History

Salliano's Restaurant and Bar is a modern and casual dining restaurant located in the heart of Marikina City. It is founded by a group of friends who have known and been with each other since Grade 1.

Photo credit to Travel Mate

Over the years, their union as friends, in due course, grown into one big family including their spouses and respective families. Gatherings are but normal and certainly sharing and tasting of each other's specialty dishes and eventually led to the transformation of their love and passion for food to business. Salliano's stand for togetherness and celebrations. The idea is to bring back the heart and the familiar in comfort dining, as if one is simply enjoying a hearty meal in you parent's or a favorite uncle's backyard.

Salliano's offers a wide range of gastronomic experience, including the Paella which harke back to those memorable family reunions, the consummately humongous and delicious meatballs that remind of fun birthday celebrations with friends and the all-time favorite gourmet BBQs and Sisig that bring back unforgettable moments with friends.

Photo credit to Travel Mate

The dishes are full of honesty with only one true goal, and that is to serve a hearty meal while you celebrate with those special to you. Truly, Salliano's is about celebration, family and home.

#CelebrateSallianos

In line with the grand launch of Salliano's Restaurant and Bar, the will be raffling 1 table (for 4 pax) to one lucky winner who will qualify if he/she does what is instructed below. You may be able to watch UP Dharma Down's show this coming September 19!

How to score a table for 4 at Salliano's Restaurant and Bar and watch UP Dharma Down's performance?

1. Like Salliano's Restaurant and Bar's Facebook Fan Page
2. Share their Facebook Fan Page and tag 3 of your friends who want to watch it.
3. Tweet "I want to watch UP Dharma Down in #SallianosinMarikina #CelebrateSallianos"

Please always use the hashtags #SallianosinMarikina #CelebrateSallianos. Remember, no hashtags are disqualified.

And of course, the more shares and tweets, the more chances of winning!

Table Rates:

• 4 pax - 2,200.00 with a bottle of Jack Daniels or 1,200.00 consumable
• 6 pax - 3,200.00 with a bottle of Jack Daniels or 1,700.00 consumable
• 8 pax - 4,000.00 with a bottle of Jack Daniels or 2,000.00 consumable

Note: Prices are inclusive of door charge.

For reservations at Salliano's Restaurant and Bar, please call at 0927.812.0917.

Zoobic Safari: Zebras in Their New Santuary

Just recently, Zoomanity Group delivered Zebras to Zoobic Safari located at Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Subic Zambales. Six Zebras are now in the management group of Zoobic Safari headed by their resident Veterinary Doctor who is also the Operations Manager, Dr. Dindo.

"Zebras are several species of African equids united by their distinctive black and white striped coats. Their stripes come in different patterns, unique to each individual. They are generally social animals that live in small harems to large herds."

Zoomanity Group operates 5 Theme Parks in the Philippines; Zoobic Safari in Subic, Zoocobia in Clark, Pampanga, Residence Inn in Tagaytay, Paradizoo in Mendez, Cavite and Zoocolate Thrills in Loboc, Bohol.

For more information, email your inquiries to  grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph or text/call 0916.629.9381. TAG Media and Public Relations is the Marketing and Branding arm of Zoomanity Group under the Yupangco Group of Companies.

Connecting is Easy with LiverMarin

Finding people you share common interests with is just darn too easy, with the flexibility of our technology, being a loner is almost a thing of the past. With connecting socially is such an ease it gives us a longer list of people and things to celebrate and meet up. Sharing a pint of beer every now and then with your friends isn't something to be alarmed about but with our wide connections of people, this can be a frequent event. 

And these small or big gatherings highly affect a vital part of our internal organ which is our liver.

The liver is the heaviest and one of the largest organ in the body. Located in the upper right part of your belly under the ribs. It is responsible for functions, vital to life. It's easy to see how inflammation of the liver, or hepatitis, interferes with these important functions and can lead to poor health.

Liver Functions

• Detoxification (filters harmful substances from the blood, such as alcohol).
• Stores Vitamins A, D, K and B12 (also stores minerals).
• Protein synthesis (makes certain amino acids - the building blocks of proteins).
• The production of biochemicals needed for digestion, such as bile.
• Maintains proper levels of glucose in the blood.
• Produces 80% of your body's cholesterol (cholesterol is vital).
• The storage glycogen (also converts glucose to glycogen).
• Decomposing red blood cells.
• Synthesizing plasma protein.
• The production of hormones.
• Produces urea (the main substance of urine).

Did you know that our liver now has a partner to keep it functioning well?

Meet LiverMarin, a dietary supplement that contains Silymarin and Sodium Ascorbate.

LiverMarin Benefits

• Protects the liver since Silymarin acts as an anti-oxidant.
• Keeps harmful substances away from liver cells.
• Reverses liver damage.
• Decreases insulin over production.
• Prevents liver cirrhosis an Hepatitis A, B; Manages SGPT, SGOT level.
• Protects, nourishes and improves the liver.
• Helps with the digestion of fats.
• Moistens mucus membranes, giving you a healthy skin.

Don't forget to take LiverMarin every day to keep your liver healthy.

Want to know more about LiverMarin, check out the link below.

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ATCLiverMarin

MICHAELA, Celebrating 10 Years of Providing Quality Bags

What is one accessory that women would always have? A bag of course, be it a hand bag, shoulder bag, back pack or a sling bag. Name it and one store definitely has it. I admit that I am a bag addict myself, and have given some away to relatives since my closet has been occupied more on bags instead of clothes.

10 years and counting!

Last September 4, 2015 at SM City Novaliches, MICHAELA, one of the well known stores in the metro when it comes to bags and accessories opened their new branch.

In line of their 10th year anniversary and as part of their appreciation to their first 50 customers from September 4 to 10, MICHAELA had given out (and still giving out) 100.00PHP worth of Gift Certificates, 1 Tote Bag and 1 special tumbler at SM City Novaliches.

And the ladies from students, employees, wives and business women visited the newly opened branch and got the best deals, especially with items that are on a 50% discount. Actually some men were also there and I saw one who purchased a purse as a gift for her girlfriend (that's one lucky girl!)

A photo booth was also available for guests to take their pictures, including me!

Their latest product welcomes you as you enter their branch at SM City Novaliches.

As part of their 10th year anniversary, MICHAELA is giving away 10 iPhone 6 and 100 pieces of MICHAELA Limited Edition bags! For every purchase of 999.75PHP single receipt purchase, a customer is entitled to 1 raffle entry. You may visit their branches until September 30.

Check out the nearest MICHAELA branch near you.

1. 1st Floor, Riverbanks Center, Marikina City
2. 2nd Floor, SM Valenzuela
3. 3rd Floor, East Wing, Robinson's Galleria
4. 3rd Floor, Farmers Plaza, Cubao
5. 168 Shopping Mall, Sta. Elena St., Binondo, Manila
6. 999 Shopping Mall, Sta. Elena St., Binondo, Manila
7. Center Pavilion, Mandaluyong City
8. Fisher Mall, Quezon City
9. SM Novaliches
10. Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan

Watch out as they prepare for their upcoming 10th Year Anniversary Celebration, and the best part of it, EVERYONE IS INVITED!

For more details you may visit their website at http://www.michaela.com.ph or their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MICHAELA.Philippines.  

Beyond the Box's MacBook Air Lifestyle Bundles

One Amazing Computer Now in Zero24 Installments

Now is the perfect time to turn your dream into reality. Started last Tuesday, September 1st, the MacBook Air 11" and 13" 128GB variants will be available in super easy Zero24 installments and will be offered with three unique lifestyle bundles at no extra cost.

The Most Beautiful Laptop You Can Own

It's not an overstatement. The MacBook Air is the most beautiful laptop you can own.

From the outside, the aluminum unibody design looks modern and minimalist. The tapering edges also make the laptop genuinely attractive and impressive. Although it's the same chassis design, we've been seeing since 2010, there's really nothing to complain about since it resonates with 'premiumness' that you can only get from Apple.

Measuring 17mm in diameter and weighing at 1.4kg, the MacBook Air is gorgeously thin and surprisingly light. It's light enough that it's barely noticeable in your bag and robust enough that you don't feel like it's going to break when you use it.

Overall, this laptop sends an unequivocal message: the MacBook Air is an engineering faet - one that cannot be copied.

Lifestyle Bundles - TRVLR, EXCTV, SCHLR

To help you get the most out of your new MacBook Air lifestyle, Beyond the Box is including three unique lifestyle bundles that you could choose from without any extra cost. Choose between TRVLR, EXCTV, SCHLR bundle and take full advantage of the complimentary add-ons' lifestyle boosts.

Free-spirited, always out and about. #iAMTRVLR

Bundle inclusions: MacBook Air + Coloud Pop, ACME Made Skinny Sleeve, and Nude Audio Speakers. Best for people who are adventurous and always on the go.

There is no greater feeling than packing your bags and knowing you're heading to another adventure. That is what the TRVLR Bundle is all about. This bundle is targeted at individuals who travel constantly whether it's for leisure or work. If you're a correspondent covering the latest stories, a carefree tourist, a coordinator who needs to go from one place to the other, or just someone who is in a perpetual working holiday, this is the bundle to get.

Driven to succeed, a paragon of excellence. #iAMEXCTV

Bundle inclusions: MacBook Air + Soundfreq Pocket Kick, ACME Made Sleeve. Nothing commpares to the overwhelming sense of accomplishment executives get at the end of each day. The EXCTV Bundle is for high achievers who lead by example and don't settle for second best - ideal for office professionals and entrepreneurs.

Inquisitive, thirsty for knowledge. #iAMSCHLR

Bundle inclusions: MacBook Air + Urbanears Plattan, Speck MacBook Air Case, JRC Keyboard Protector.

The pursuit of knowledge never ends. The SCHLR Bundle seeks to cultivate inquiring minds, nurture curiosity, and aid academics in their quest to learn and educate. If you're a student or an academic by profession, this bundle is the perfect option.

This is a now-or-never opportunity to own a MacBook Air and live your lifestyle to the fullest! Visit Beyond the Box to take advantage of this promo today.

Participating Beyond the Box Branches:

Century Mall | One Rockwell | Market! Market! | Forbestown | Resorts World Manila | Lucky Chinatown | Robinson's Ermita | Robinson's Galleria | VMall | Wil Tower | Veranza | Ayala Fairview Terraces

Shroff Travel Offers Exclusive Travel Deals Up to 50% Discount

Backed with more than 21 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, Shroff Travel guarantees its customers with professional services in providing overall solutions to their travel needs. This year, as they participate in PHILTOA's 26th Philippine Travel Mart, the are offering international and domestic exclusive travel deals that will surely make everyone excited to take their next holiday!

INTERNATIONAL PACKAGES

3D 2N - Siem Reap, Cambodia with Tours - USD 173

3D 2N - Beijing, China with compulsory Tours - USD 64

3D 2N - Ho Chi Minh Free and Easy only - USD 72

3D 2N - Hanoi Free and Easy - USD 75

3D 2N - Bali, Indonesia Free and Easy Only - USD 62

3D 2N - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with Half day City Tour - USD 76

3D 2N - Bangkok, Thailand with Tour - USD 92

3D 2N - Singapore - USD 145

3D 2N - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia Free and Easy - USD 124

3D 2N - Seoul, Korea with Complimentary City Tour - USD 170

3D 2N - Myanmar with Tours - USD 196

4D 3N - Osaka, Japan Free and Easy Only - USD 720

4D 3N - Tokyo, Japan Free and Easy Only - USD 812

DOMESTIC PACKAGES 3D 2N FREE AND EASY 

Puerto Princesa - PHP 1,948

Cebu - PHP 1,959

Coron - PHP 1,969

Boracay - PHP 1,990

Batanes - PHP 2,756

Davao - PHP 2,754

Bohol - PHP 2,756

Ilocos - PHP 3,782

El Nido - PHP 3,932

For more details about these travel deals and other tour packages, please check the Notes on Shroff Travel Facebook Page.

https://www.facebook.com/notes/shroff-travel/exclusive-travel-deals-for-26th-philippine-travel-mart

Experience Life with Shroff Travel!

Shroff Travel aims to give everyone memorable travel experiences especially those who have great passion for exploration. That's one of the reasons why they make it easier and affordable for tourists to discover the Philippines and the rest of the world by offering these special travel deals. They also offer flight promos and issues ticket on all airlines so booking your tour with them is hassle free.

For more information about Shroff Travel exclusive travel deals, please visit their Booth #F1037 and #F1042 on The 26th Philippine Travel Mart at SMX Convention Center (SMMoA) on September 4 to 6, 2015.

For the complete information about their available services and packages, please contact (+632) 524.2222 or (+632) 524.3636 or text 0917.890.3637. You may also visit their website http://www.shrofftravel.com to search for available tours, flights, hotels, transfers and other travel needs. Book competitive offers with great value for your money!

Stay connected with Shroff Travel! Like them on Facebook for a chance to win a 3 day 3 nights stay in Boracay! Follow their Instagram/Twitter @ShroffTravel and don't forget to tag them your travel photos and use their hashtag for a chance to win a surprise gift.

#ExperienceLife #ShroffTravel #WeCare

Smart unveils unbeatable plans for Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus

Leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has unveiled its unbeatable postpaid offers for the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus, aimed at giving you a much bigger Smart Life experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is available under the fully consumable and customizable All-in Plan 1200, with a one-time cash-out of P15,576.00 or P649.00 per month via credit card under a contract of 24 months.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Edge Plus is available under the feature-packed Surf Plus Plan 1999 under a contract of 24 months, with a one-time cash-out of P7,500.00.

Beyond Cutting-edge technology

"Both the Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus are the embodiment of style-meets-function-meets-cutting-edge technology, and you can make the most of their amazing features only with the country's biggest and most advanced network," said Kathy Carag, Smart Pospaid marketing head.

"For sure, with these latest flagship devices, you can experience the Smart Life and enjoy the widest breadth of mobile content and offers that only our robust network can deliver - from your choice of apps, games, music, movies and more all at your fingertips."

Galaxy Note 5 at All-in Plan 1200

With All-in Plan 1200, you can maximize the features of the Galaxy Note 5 by choosing from over 30 Felxibundles reflecting your passion, lifestyle and communication needs.

For example, you can consume your All-In Plan 1200 by subscribing to Big Bytes 799 to enjoy 4.5GB data for all your surfing needs, as well as Trinet Plus 399, which gives you 500 minutes of calls to Smart, Sun, TNT and PLDT landline, and 2000 texts to all networks.

Galaxy S6 Edge Plus at Surf Plus Plan 1999

On the other hand, you can optimize your Galaxy S6 Edge Plus with Surf Plus Plan 1999, which packs a supersized 9GB of data allowance, 150 minutes of calls and 200 texts to all networks, plus your choice of free app every month -  be it instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Spinnr, among many others.

As an added perk, all new and recontracting subscribers for Plans 799 and above get a month's subscription to the Smart Life Entertainment Bundle 299 for free. This gives them an additional of data for streaming their favorite movies and TV shows on Fox via Viewstream or iFlix, plus access to a host of apps like YouTube, Snapchat, Google, FBMessenger. The bundle also comes with 50 minutes of calls to Smart and TNT; and 500 texts to all networks - on top of the inclusions of their existing plan.

Tens of thousands of new Smart Postpaid subscribers

Smart expects these latest Samsung devices to sustain its remarkable growth in the first half of the year as tens of thousands of new subscribers signed up to enjoy Smart Postpaid's attractive device and content bundles, backed by the country's widest LTE network.

Unveiled during Samsung's Unpacked Event at New York Lincoln Center last August 13, both the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus feature a gorgeous 5.7-inch Quad High Definition screen, a 16-megapixel rear and 5-megapixel front camera, Dual-SIM feature and a 64-bit Octa-Core processor running the latest Android Operating System Lollipop.

Be the first to get hold of the Samsung Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus by signing up at http://smart.com.ph/postpaid/phones/SamsungNote5.

To stay updated to the latest Smart Postpaid offers, check out their web site and social media accounts:

Website: http://smart.com.ph

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartCommunications

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SMARTCares

Mommy Milkshare: A Milkdrive for Moms Who Care

"Breast milk is the best for babies" - most, if not all, moms have probably heard this at one point in their lives. The statement is 100% true, of course, which is why the World Health Organization (WHO) states the following in its report on "Global strategy on infant and young child feeding."

"Breastfeeding is an unequalled way of providing ideal food for the healthy growth and development of infants; it is also an integral part of the reproductive process with important implications for the health of mothers. As a global public health recommendation, infants should be exclusively breastfed for the six months of life to achieve optimal growth, development and health.

Thereafter, to meet their evolving nutritional requirements, infants should receive nutritionally adequate and safe complementary foods while breastfeeding continues for up to two years of age or beyond. Exclusive breastfeeding from birth is possible except for a few medical conditions, and unrestricted exclusive breastfeeding results in ample milk production."

Bearing this in mind, two breastfeeding-advocate-minded local enterprises are holding a post-Breastfeeding Awareness Month event to help provide breastmilk to needy babies, namely "Mommy Milkshare: A Milkdrive for Moms Who Care" This will take place at The Parenting Emporium, 29 1st Street, New Manila, Quezon City on September 5, 2015, from 10:00 AM to 4:00PM.

The beginnings of a noteworthy event.

"It all started when Jem Perez-Chua and Geraldyn Perez, the owners of Honeysuckle Philipppines, approached us with this idea to 'give back' by organizing a milkletting activity," Maricel Cua, co-founder of The Parenting Emporium (TPE) shares.

"We gladly agreed to co-organize because, as part of our advocacy on nutrition, one of our beneficiaries is the TPE Milksharing Hub. The TPE Milksharing Hub fully supports milkletting activities like this, and responsible milk sharing," she continues.

"We have participated in several milkletting efforts organized by local governments, hospitals, and even private groups. All collected milk from this particular event will go to the Fabella Milk Bank.

Jem shares why she and her sister Geraldyn through of holding the MilkShare event. "We've been distributing Honeysuckle breastmilk bags for over a year now and given the reception of Filipina moms to our brand, we want to give back as well," she says.

"We found out that the concept of breast milk donation is not common knowledge, and some mom actually end up with a lot of 'old fashion breast milk' because their babies simply weren't able to consume all of their stored milk.

"So we thought - wouldn't it be wonderful if another baby was able to benefit from that stored breast milk instead? It could possible even save lives!"

In addition, Jem and Geraldyn feel that there are "very few brands/organizations that are willing to set up breast milk drives, because these events are really non-profit." "So we want to help however way we can in something we feel very strongly about,"she adds.

Raising awareness, spreading the word about the advocacy

As self-declared "big supporters of breastfeeding," Jem and Geraldyn hope they can make the Mommy MilkShare event bigger in succeeding years.

"For this first event, we reached out to The Parenting Emporium for guidance and lots of help," Jem shares. "We found out that they have so much experience in this type of activity and we have none!"

"The Parenting Emporium even took care of looking for speakers exclusively for the mom-donors to listen to," Jem continues. "So it's really great that we are both very aligned on this endeavor, because we just really want to help moms in whatever way we can. We hope more brands can join us in this cause in the future."

The Mommy Milkshare MilkDrive: Uniting moms for the "breast cause" ever

"We know the benefits of breastfeeding extend beyond just the first year of life so we want to raise awareness about the importance of donating excess breast milk of moms - because there are so many babies who need the milk," Jem emphasizes.

"We don't want moms to ever consider feeding their babies with formula milk - especially in the few months, just because they think there is no other solution."

Jem adds that donating breast milk is very fulfilling because "you know that you are nurturing the life of another baby in need, on top of your own baby."

"We hope that we will be able to help a lot of moms and babies with what we can collect and donate, in partnership with The Parenting Emporium,"she concludes.

Event details to take note of

The Mommy Milkshare milkletting event is open to all breastfeeding moms who wish to donate their milk. "There is no registration fee, but it is exclusive for breast milk donors. Mommies should bring frozen milk, expressed within 3 months, and should also be willing to be screened,"Maricel expounds.

Aside from the milkletting activity, participants can expect different activities as well.

"Jem and Geraldyn wanted to help mothers at different levels, so we came up with the idea of free one-on-one consulatations for 4 moms (the first 4 to register) with a volunteer International Board Certified Lactation Consultant or IBCLC," Maricel shares. "There will also be relevant talks and lootbags for donors."

Below is the list of talks scheduled for the event:

- 10:00AM to 12:00NN, Developmental Milestones of Your Infant/Toddler
Speaker: Tanya Velasco of Guru Firm (Early Childhood and Family Life Experts)

- 1:00 to 2:00PM, Time Management Skills for the Busy Mom
Speaker: Candice Cipullo of "The Travelling Maybahay" blog

- 2:00 to 3:00PM, Overcoming Breastfeeding Challenges
Speaker: Joyce Martinez, RN, MSN, IBCLC

- 3:00 to 4:00PM, Managing Mommy Guilt
Speaker: MommyProofing Coach by Joy Dejos, Certified Professional Coach

It is hoped that through this event for moms by moms, the message of "growing together as parents" will be shared to all, and that parents - especially mothers - will be encouraged to protect, promote and support breastfeeding, and share what they have with others.

To pre-register for the event, kindly contact the TPE Events Hotline: 0917.811.0821. For updates from the The Parenting Emporium, please send an email to theparentingemporium@gmail.com or follow TPE on Facebook and Instagram @theparentingemporium. To get in touch with Honeysuckle Philippines, contact them on Facebook and on Instagram @honeysucklephils.

Additional information about The TPE Milksharing Hub

Even before the official launch of The Parenting Emporium last July 2015, its founders Maricel Cua and Beng Feliciano had already been committed to milk sharing, as one of the advocacies under their former business.

"As breastfeeding advocates and peer counselors, we discovered the need to provide expert-backed information to breastfeeding moms and breast milk to needy babies," Maricel shares.

"Through the community that they had built at the time, which was composed of mostly nursing moms, that need was soon answered - through the generosity of the moms who gave their precious breast milk donations," Beng adds.

Maricel and Beng emphasize that all donations were - and still are - conscientiously screened and pasteurized to make sure that the milk is clean and safe, especially for sick babies.

"Under what is now known as the TPE Milksharing Hub, pasteurized breast milk is distributed to babies whose mothers may be unable to provide them with sufficient breast milk for some reason," Maricel says.

Beng stresses that they make sure that the mothers who receive breast milk are given breastfeeding counseling and support so that they will eventually be able to provide breast milk for their own babies' needs.

"This is just one way by which we hope to 'give back' to others,"Maricel shares.

If you are interested in donating your excess milk to the TPE Milk Sharing Hub, you may contact Maricel Cua at 0917.642.7246, or Katrina Mitra at (02) 725.3723 or (02) 738.6272. You can also send an email to theparentingemporium@gmail.com.

Important reminders:

• Kindly prepare a Hepatitis-HIV profile that is less than six months old. If you have none, testing will be provided for free. 
• Donated breast milk should be less than three months old from date of expression.

Shop Anything, Anytime, Anywhere with the Lazada Mobile App!

Lazada - the Philippines' One-Stop Shopping and Selling destination continues to keep its commitment of effortless shopping to Filipinos with the Lazada Mobile App. Now, Filipinos have access to more than half a million products right at their fingertips. Giving Filipinos the power to shop anything, anytime, anywhere through the Lazada Mobile App.

With the Lazada Mobile App, everyone can conveniently shop while on the go; packed with eye-catching visuals, intuitive user interface, and true-to-form images, you can never go wrong shopping through the Lazada Mobile App. Now you don't need to rush to the mall or brave through the bad weather or heavy traffic as shopping through the Lazada Mobile App is easy as 1-2-3!. Simply download the Lazada Mobile App for FREE on iOSAppStore and Google Play Store.

Packed with daily promos and jaw dropping discounts, the Lazada Mobile App also hosts exclusive App-Only sales for premium tech and lifestyle brands. With the same robust functionality as its web interface, the Lazada Mobile App offers the ease and convenience of shopping for those Filipinos on-the-go.

And to make every Filipino's effortless shopping risk-free, the Lazada Mobile App also offers cash-on-delivery payment. So aside from the ease of being able to shop on-the-go through the Lazada Mobile App, everyone can pay via cash when their orders arrive on their doorsteps.

Effortless Shopping tips to all Shoppers On the Go.

Secure Shopping

• For mobile shopping, choose shopping sites with an app. It's easier to use and most importantly more secure as it's harder to tamper with.
• Check news articles about the shopping site to ensure it's not a temporary online shop that will disappear after pocketing your money.
• Ensure the shopping site has a return policy such as Lazada's Buyer Protection: online shops without return policies can mean scam or unauthentic products.
• Do not give your password to anyone. Online shops' email support or call support personnel should never require your password for identification.
• Only use your credit or debit card on sites with a padlock icon in the URL bar. This means the site uses secure communications to prevent any third-party eavesdropping.
• Check for security labels such as PCI-DSS certification. This means the shop has been audited and is certified safe to use.
• If you don't receive an acknowledgement email from the online shop shortly after a purchase, there might be an issue with your purchase or it might be a scam. Call the site's hotline to verify.
• If you strongly suspect you have been scammed and your credit card information has been stolen, contact your bank or credit card issuer to block the card and investigate.
• If you strongly suspect you have been scammed and your credit card information has been stolen, contact your bank or credit card issuer to block the card and investigate.

Savvy Fashionistas

• Pick the right size by using the size chart feature, taking your measurement and checking carefully for any international conversions (UK, US, EU, Japan).
• Ensure the site has as exchange policy like Lazada's 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed policy that enables you to return clothes within 7 days, and re-order the outfit in a size that fits you perfectly. 
• Only shop for fashion on shopping apps that provide a few angles so you can see exactly how the clothes fit on the model or mannequin.
• Get your friends' comments or 'likes' easily by sharing the item on Facebook or Instagram before buying.
• Read product details to check on the fabrication so you'll know how the clothes feel on you.

Parenting Shoppers

• Spend quality time with your family instead of getting caught in traffic to the shopping mall. Shopping at the Lazada Mobile App lets you shop at your convenience, any time of the day!
• Diapers and milk powder are not only expensive, but heavy to carry. Look out for online promotions and take advantage of door-step delivery.
• Follow the Lazada Super Moms Facebook page and subscribe to the newsletters to get the latest deals delivered straight to you.
• Don't let getting overwhelmed in crowded malls and toy stores stop you from giving the best to your kids. Shop for educational toys online, conveniently.
• If you've brought the wrong size of maternity clothes, take advantage of Lazada's 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed policy. Return the wrong size within 14days (30 for Vietnam), and re-order the outfit in the right size.

Tech Addicts

• Online shopping allows you to compare prices for your favourite gadget. Do keep a look out for sellers on the same site that may offer a bigger discount or bundle deal.
• Searching for phone accessories, power banks and cover is less overwhelming online as you can easily compare your options and colors, and sort them by price.
• Subscribe to Lazada's newletter or like our Facebook page to get news on exclusive and limited edition tech launches.
• When looking for a gadget in a specific model or colour, check out Lazada's wide range online first. It's better than visiting the retail store and discovering the gadget's sold out.
• Shopping for your favourite gadget online is easy. You can do it anytime of the day with fast and reliable delivery to your home or office.

Smart Savers

• Take advantage of free shipping if you spend a certain amount, or do a group order with friends so you can all enjoy free shipping.
• Download the Lazada mobile application to enjoy special app-only discounts and access sales anywhere, anytime! Turn on push notifications on mobile to stay updated on the latest promotions.
• Watch out for time-sensitive flash deals, set your alarm so you don't miss the promotion!
• Look out for exciting promotions from our bank partner with store-wide discounts.
• Sign up for newsletters for sale promotions and coupon codes.
• "Like" the Lazada Philippines on Facebook to get notifications on the latest deals.
• To have a truly effortless mobile shopping experience, download the Lazada Mobile App and join Lazada's Big App Sale happening this August 27-31 and enjoy as much as 80% discount from your favourite brands.

The Lazada Big App Sale: A Shopping Treat for all those Shoppers On-The-Go!

Lazada Philippines is again rolling out five (5) days of non-stop shopping deals for all Filipinos to enjoy. Packed with deals, discounts, and games, the Lazada Big App Sale (http://www.lazada.com.ph/big-app-sale-days) is Lazada Philippines' way of making shopping more enviably effortless, enjoyable, and funn for Filipinos through the Lazada Mobile App.

With as much as 80% exclusive discounts on bestsellers and favorite brands, the Lazada Big App Sale boasts hundreds of thousands of products all housed in the Lazada Mobile App.

So save and shop now the Lazada Mobile App and be part of the Lazada Big App Sale this August 27-31.

About Lazada

Lazada is Philippines' largest online shopping mall and is pioneering e-commerce by providing a fast, convenient and secure online shopping experience combined with an extensive product offering in categories ranging from mobiles and tablets and consumer electronics to household goods, toys, fashion and sports equipment. Lazada is continuously striving to offer its customers the best possible shopping experience with multiple payment methods including cash on delivery, entensive warranty commitments and free returns. Lazada mobile applications for Android, iPhone, and iPad provide additional convenience to its consumers' allowing them to shop anywhere, anytime.

For more information, updates on Lazada's latest innovations, as well as activities, contest and promotions, feel free to visit the links below.

Website: http://www.lazada.com.ph

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines