SM Supermalls, Mesa ni Misis team up for the healthiest SuperMoms Meetup

Just in time for Nutrition Month, SM Supermalls partnered with Mesa ni Misis to celebrate the healthiest SuperMoms Meetup at the SM Megamall Event Atrium on July 22, Saturday.

SuperMoms gathered once again for the biggest and grandest super momma convention, which also marked the launch of Juana’s Table, the newest recipe book by Mesa ni Misis’ Juana Manahan Yupangco.

“We SuperMoms hold the power to shape the future of our children's health. By embracing a plant-based diet and introducing it to our families, we can ensure that our little ones grow up strong, vibrant, and armed with the necessary tools to lead a healthy and fulfilled life.” said Grace Magno, SM Supermalls Vice President for Corporate Marketing.

SM Supermalls and Mesa ni Misis, through the recipe book, aimed to educate moms on the importance of healthy and sustainable eating. Written by Yupangco herself, who is a food security champion and advocate for local produce and farmers, the book is filled with healthy and affordable meal options that moms can easily create in their kitchen using the freshest produce found at the SM Sunday Market.

During the event, participants were treated to a cooking demo by Yupangco, who was then joined by celebrities and certified SuperMoms, Dimples Romana and Patti Grandidge Herrera who whipped up a veggie gimbap using fresh, local ingredients. They showcased how easily one can create a delicious and healthy meal for the whole family using one of the many recipes found in the book. Also, moms got the chance to discover how to practice sustainability in the household through cooking.

The meetup featured on-ground activities for moms such as the SuperMoms Club Photo wall where SuperMoms got to take photos with their goodie bags and a raffle draw where lucky SuperMoms won special prizes and other awesome surprises from partners and sponsors.

Started in 2018, SM Supermalls’ SuperMoms Club is the Philippines’ largest mommy community on Facebook. Its on-ground event, the SuperMoms Meetup, has become an avenue to further build a stronger community of inspiring women and super mommas who uplift, support, and encourage each other.

“This meetup was designed with your well-being in mind. We want to make you feel valued and cared for, and at the same time, we want to give you a voice to be heard at home, in the workplace, and in your community. Your SM Supermalls family will always be here for you, listening to you and understanding your needs and helping you throughout your motherhood journey,” said Juana Manahan Yupangco.

The healthiest SuperMoms Club meetup in the metro was supported by SM Markets, SM Store, Fully Booked,Viu, NutriAsia, UnMeat, Tévian, Skin Poem, Designer Blooms and Blims Furniture.

Never miss out on the latest SuperMoms gatherings at SM Supermalls! To know more about the SuperMoms Club, join the Facebook community for moms, by moms via www.facebook.com/groups/SMSuperMomsClub.

Perfect XTREME Appliances for Every kind of Mother for as Low as ₱995!

Manila, Philippines (May 17, 2021) — Home appliances have always been the most popular gifts to mothers for special occasions especially Mother’s day. As a matter of fact, no mom will ever say no to another practical and useful appliance thus making it a perfect present anytime of the year. However, one of the struggles is choosing the kind of appliances that perfectly fits every kind of mothers. Luckily, XTREME Appliances, your local One-Stop Shop Appliances brand, has a wide range of products for every kind of mothers. 

With everyone working from home most of the time or the current homeschooling set up for kids, it is not a surprise that these new arrangements have been taking a toll on our parents, especially our mothers. From cleaning, cooking, or just creating a more comfortable household environment, choosing the right appliances would be beneficial and will save our mothers a lot of their time.

We’ve listed down home appliances that will surely fit every kind of mom.

Being a Single Mom is never an easy job. You need to be good at multitasking and create a routine to structure your busy mom schedule. An extra help from these helpful and multi-use appliances from XTREME is a perfect pair of hands for an independent mom!

• XTREME Cool Combo Washer & Dryer (₱44,995)

• 6.0L XTREME Home Dishwasher (₱15,995)

• 20L XTREME Home Full Touch Microwave Oven (₱3,995)

• 1.0L XTREME Home Multi-cooker (₱2,495)

These Modern Moms are often the kid’s bestest friend! Letting the child/children to try out something new regularly will lead them to live to their full potential. With these home gadgets, household chores will turn into mother-and-child bonding or quality time!

• 40L XTREME Home Blue Convection Oven (₱8,995)

• 3.5L XTREME Home Digital Air Fryer (₱2,995)

• 1.50L XTREME Home Blender (₱1,695)

• XTREME Home “The Silencer” Electric Fan (₱2,995)

Career Moms tend to be professional and trained in every kind of challenge and pressure. Usually, you will spot this kind of mom in a rush or managing the home and office work, at the same time! It’s not easy to leave work undone but these home devices are great tools for a fun and knowledgeable environment for you and for the kids!

• 50” XTREME Android TV (₱27,795)

• 1.0HP XTREME Cool Window Type Inverter Aircon (₱25,800)

• 50CM XTREME Home Gas Range (₱9,995)

• 6L XTREME Home Electric Pressure Cooker (₱3,895)

First-time moms need appliances that will give her comfort and convenience in her new journey. Learning to be a mom needs a huge adjustment physically, mentally and emotionally. Guidance and assistance from your loved ones will play a big role in this kind of major transition in your life. 

• 1.0HP XTREME Home Split Type Inverter Aircon (₱26,800)

• 1.8CU.FT XTREME Cool Personal Refrigerator (₱5,495)

• XTREME X-Series Bottom Load Water Dispenser (₱6,995)

• 1.7L XTREME Home Electric Kettle (₱995)

• 7kg Top Load Fully Automatic Washing Machine ((₱9,995)  

Keep updated on the latest news and happenings of XTREME Appliances: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok accounts and through our official online community on Facebook, XTREME Fam. For the full list of products and exclusive discounts, please visit XTREME on Website, Lazada, and Shopee e-commerce.

About XTREME Appliances

XTREME Appliances is a #OneStopShopAppliances brand that offers premium and affordable home, and commercial appliances that ranges from TV, Aircon, Refrigerator, Washing Machine, Gas Range, and many more. XTREME Appliances is now available in 3,000 stores and business partners nationwide, including online stores like Lazada and Shopee.

XTREME APPLIANCES REMINDING US TO SHOW OUR LOVE & GRATITUDE TO OUR MOTHERS

Mothers are the rock and center of every Filipino home – they are the ‘ilaw ng tahan’ who give light, warmth, and guidance in the family. This Mother’s day, XTREME Appliances, your local one-stop shop home appliance brand, is reminding everyone to show love, respect, and gratitude to our mothers, grand mothers, aunts, teachers, and all women who continue to inspire us to be better.

As we grow old and get caught up in focusing on our own lives — we tend to forget that our parents, especially our mothers, are growing old as well. Through this heartwarming Mother’s day video, XTREME Appliances shows us the importance of making time for our mothers regardless how busy we are. Make no excuses, spend time with your mom this Mother's Day.

Watch the full video here: https://www.facebook.com/XTREMEAppliances/videos/1401027613564993

Exciting Mother’s Day Deals and Treats Your Mom Will Love

MANILA, MAY 7, 2021 - Mother’s Day is coming right up. Time to salute our mothers for their innate strength and unconditional love. No one can juggle career, family, and household responsibilities quite like our supermoms do. 

Now that most of us stay home, our moms work extra hard to make a living, run the home smoothly, and ensure that the whole family is happy. They sacrifice their time, and sometimes even their well-being and happiness, to ensure that their children are safe and healthy. During these uncertain times, it's more important than ever to show your appreciation for your loved ones. So this Mother’s Day, go all out and pamper your mom—she deserves it! 

On May 9, check out Shopee’s Mother’s Day Sale, where you can treat your mom to everyday luxuries and functional must-haves, with discounts up to 90% off:

Help your mom look bright-eyed and wide-awake for all her online meetings with Wet N Wild Mascara. Its formula lifts, separates and extends lashes minus the clumping and smudging. This works perfectly for date nights with dad too! 

Sometimes moms forget to take care of themselves. Remind her to prioritize self-care with Pure Marine Collagen Peptides. This gluten-free, keto-friendly powder helps build bone strength, reduces joint pain, and stabilizes blood sugar.

Chores tend to eat up time, so free up a few precious minutes for your mom by giving her fuss-free, easy-to-use kitchen appliances. With Oster Personal Blender’s powerful 250-watt motor, she can quickly and effortlessly concoct smoothies for the whole family.

After long, stressful hours of work and chores, your mom deserves to indulge in a relaxing skincare sesh. Give her the gift of youth with Olay Whip Cream + Essence. This non-sticky, moisturizing skincare set reduces dark spots and wrinkles, allowing your mom to flaunt a fresher and brighter complexion.

Lastly, treat her to hydrating body care basics. Aveeno Moisturizing Lotion contains natural oatmeal and rich emollients to provide moisture for 24 hours. It’s also fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and dermatologist-recommended.

For other product recommendations for your favorite lady, visit https://shopee.ph/m/mothers-day-sale. 

Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more deals on your purchases this Mother’s Day! Use ShopeePay at checkout to enjoy free shipping with a minimum spend of ₱199 and 8% cashback sitewide with a minimum spend of ₱1,000.

Bonus: Shopee Mom’s Club and livestreams hosted by celebrity moms

Moms could always do with support from fellow moms, so invite her to join a helpful, inclusive community at Shopee Mom's Club. This May 9, members can look forward to exclusive deals and discounts up to 90% off on brands such as J&J, Wyeth, Nestle Nutrition, Pampers, Tiny Buds, Huggies, Unilever, Mamypoko, Enfagrow, Unicare, Nestle, Alaska, Orange and Peach, Nursery Van, Breeze, and GSK. For sign-ups, visit https://shopee.ph/m/mom-club.  

Shopee also offers plenty of fun, informative mom content this Mother’s Day. For an interactive discussion on the topic “A Mother’s Love is Like Calpol, Tough & Gentle,” hosted by Jolina Magdangal, tune in to Shopee Live this May 9, 12:00 NN to 1:00 PM. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee connects shoppers, brands, and sellers across Asia and other fast-growing markets, empowering anyone to buy and sell anywhere and at any time. 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

About Shopee Mall

Shopee Mall is the region’s leading online mall offering one-stop access to a wide range of international and local brands and retailers. Shoppers can enjoy three guarantees delivered by Shopee Mall -- 100% authentic products, free returns and free shipping. With always-on deals, entertainment and a robust loyalty programme, Shopee Mall offers an unparalleled online shopping experience and best value all year round.

About ShopeePay

ShopeePay is an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services. Launched in the Philippines in 2019, ShopeePay enables a seamless shopping experience by allowing users to make online payments on Shopee, top-up their wallets, and transfer and withdraw funds.

ShopeePay makes it easier to shop and do business. It provides users with a convenient, secure, and rewarding payment option; it empowers businesses and helps them capture new opportunities. 

ShopeePay is part of SeaMoney, the digital financial services arm of Sea Group. A leading digital payments and financial services provider in Southeast Asia, SeaMoney’s mission is to better the lives of individuals and businesses in the region with financial services through technology.

Surprise Mom with these Perfect Gifts that Matter

With Mother’s Day just a few days away, you definitely should be on the lookout for a fun or creative gift that will make the occasion more memorable for Mom. Why not surprise her with meaningful gifts that reflect just how much she means for the whole family? Toshiba has got you covered with these gift ideas that will surely make Mom - or any superwoman in your life - feel all the more loved and cared for.

The perfect companion for her everyday diet
Health is a top priority for everyone these days, especially for elderly loved ones, so a gift to remind Mom to eat healthier will absolutely be appreciated. The Toshiba Low Sugar Multi-Cooker (P11,995) is an innovative kitchen assistant that will help keep her sugar intake in check.

Mom can finally enjoy tasty, well-cooked rice sans the guilt, as the Toshiba Low Sugar Multi-Cooker is designed with Starch (Amylopectin) Removal Technology that not only reduces the sugar content of rice by 35% to 41% but also aids in increasing the body’s resistance to starch by up to 58%. It also features the Japanese Binchotan non-stick charcoal coating inner pot that makes it durable, while ensuring that food particles won’t stick while cooking.

This multi-cooker also offers a 9-menu function for a variety of cooking options: healthy rice, quick cook, steam, congee, white rice, brown rice, gaba brown, soup, and mixed rice. With its 3D heating induction technology, she can make sure that all her dishes are cooked evenly and consistently to perfection.

A smart solution to ease kitchen chores
Mom deserves more “me” time, so gifting her with the Toshiba Mini Dishwasher (P19,995) so she can get all dishwashing chores done, and have more time for herself and for the whole family. Designed to be a smart kitchen solution, this dishwasher is just what she needs to quickly yet thoroughly wash dinnerware.

The wide range of wash options - 360 Wash, Rapid Wash, and Fruit Wash - is a nifty feature that Mom will find particularly useful for when she needs to delicately wash her china and her favorite fruits, while ensuring that they are cleaned from the inside out. The 360° washing efficiency, in particular, will give her peace of mind knowing that every nook and cranny of the items being washed are thoroughly and expertly cleaned with the pressurized water it delivers. Meanwhile, its hot water wash function ensures well-sanitized dinnerware and produce, helping keep the family healthy and protected against germs.

Doing dishes is not all the Toshiba Mini Dishwasher can do. Its Fruit and Vegetable Wash function gently cleans a variety of fresh produce, without damage. It comes with a portable design, too, which means Mom can save as much space as she wants to give room for more items in the kitchen.

The gift of comfort
With the many things she juggles every day, Mom definitely looks forward to her break periods when she can just relax, sit back, and reenergize herself. The Toshiba Remote-Controlled Digital Stand Fan (P3,495) allows her to do just that, thanks to its 4 wind mode options that allow her to customize the level of cool and comfort to suit her preference. Plus, she will be able to save on electricity as it comes with a 12-hour on and off timer that can be set according to her preferred schedule.

With these thoughtful gift suggestions, you can let Mom know she is valued each and every day. To know more about these products or to browse and shop for more gifts that matter, visit https://toshibaph.com/.

5 Ways Working Moms Can Achieve Work-Life Balance

Life as a working mom can be very challenging, especially now that most are still working remotely, and the lines between work and home are blurred. Each mom is different, and each workplace must cater to individual needs to ensure work-life balance.

Yani Hornilla-Donato, Canva Philippines’ Country Manager, Chrissie Peria, Copy Lead for Canva’s Template Design Team, and Christine Reyes, Creative Lead for Canva’s Elements Team, share how they have found balance between work and home, and how workplaces can create the best environment for moms.

1. Learn to set boundaries

As Canva Philippines’ Country Manager, Yani is passionate about growing the team in Manila. She loves to share creative ways to connect Canva with Filipinos and help people communicate visually.
Based on her experience as a new mom, Yani talks about the importance of communication, while also being intentional in setting goals, empowering teams, and setting boundaries.
There are simple ways to establish boundaries—physically, mentally, and socially. Yani said, “Setup a workstation at home. A place where you can focus and send a signal to other people that you are working. Ideally, create a separate workspace from your place of rest.”

Yani has placed a hard stop to the end of her working day. “I start early, so I can finish by 4 in the afternoon. 5:00 pm and beyond is dedicated for my family, especially my new baby. I want to be present, take care of her, and witness her milestones. And definitely no work on weekends! Except for emergencies,” she added.

In a work from home set-up, it’s become difficult for some to switch off from work. “I make it a point to spend time catching up with people and sincerely asking them, ‘How are you?’. I’m also a huge fan of birthdays, so whenever I can, I try to orchestrate really fun online birthdays for people at work,” said Yani.

Canva has been featured in the Top 3 Best Workplaces in the Philippines for two years in a row, according to Great Place to Work, and Yani is proud of the culture that the team has established.

2. Schedule leave and rest to spend time with family

Canva wants to help moms find balance between being a present mother, and also thriving at work. The company has increased the number of maternity days for its employees every year.

“We have a generous leave package that affords all of us time off. We also try to extend flexibility wherever possible, especially for moms who need to adjust their schedules at home,” Yani added.

Chrissie, the Copy Lead for Canva’s Template Design Team, and responsible for populating Canva’s library with the wonderful templates, shared how Canva helped everyone settle into the remote working setup during the pandemic. Initiatives include giving allowances to improve workspaces at home, providing food and utility provisions, and hosting health and wellness virtual events to help employees cope.

3. Find your pack, nurture a culture of support and understanding

It is important to find a good support system and be open to your managers and wider team about your needs. This way they can support and understand you better.

Christine, the Creative Lead for the Elements Team in Canva Manila, works with a team of creatives to produce graphic elements. One of the challenges she faces as a mom is being able to spend time with her family with a clear head.

“It took a while for me to completely let go of the habit of checking my work email and Slack beyond 4:00 pm, but I’ve learnt to be successful in that aspect. My leads always assure me that nothing will break even if I don’t answer everything after 4:00 pm,” Christine said.

At Canva, teams check on each other, have regular social calls and are quick to pick-up another person’s load if they need support. “Everyone is so understanding — children barging in on calls are greeted with smiles and small talk, dogs and cats get paraded on screen, and crowing roosters in the background are brushed off with giggles and no judgement,” Chrissie shared.

“We have Internal Coaching available for everyone too. This is especially helpful for moms who are going through tough things, and need or want a coach to offer guidance,” Yani said.


4. Share the fun work culture with your family

Canva’s Vibe Team is built on creating a work environment where everyone is empowered to do their best work and give back to the community.

Pre-pandemic Canva used to have Family Days, as well as events during special occasions like Halloween, when employees would bring their kids along to the Manila office to play. The Vibe team also hands out Mother’s Day (and Father’s Day) presents and holds special events at the office.

“With our new working arrangements, our celebrations have shifted online. And while we’re not together physically, they’re just as heartwarming. We all aim to be good humans, and a force for good in a world that’s facing challenging times. And I’m lucky enough to be surrounded and supported by these wonderfully good people,” Chrissie shared.

5. Find your motivation. Become a “Force for Good”

“Being a force for good” is one of Canva’s core values. The company works towards a world that isn’t just good for a small few, but one that’s good for everyone. Like most startups, life at Canva is very fast paced and everyone gives their best to adapt and react to the needs of their users.
“Everyone is encouraged to contribute and help improve the product and the user experience. It’s pretty fulfilling, knowing that you had a direct hand in something that makes someone’s life easier,” Chrissie shared. “The biggest thing to love about what I do, is how my work empowers people on a daily basis. Writing is something that comes naturally to me, but it’s not the case for everyone. So knowing that I can use my skills to make others’ lives easier is motivating,” she added.

All moms are different, and we want to celebrate each one of them. Show your love and appreciation to your mom, mommy, mama, nanay or inay with Canva’s Mother’s Day templates. ⁣You can also find Filipino templates by changing the language settings to Tagalog and search for the term “ina”.
For more information about Canva, visit https://www.canva.com/



ABOUT CANVA

Launched in 2013, Canva is an intuitive online design and publishing platform with a mission to empower everyone in the world to design anything and publish anywhere. Featuring a simple drag-and-drop user interface and a vast library of templates ranging from presentations, social media posts, posters, invitations to resumes, a huge collection of stock photography, illustrations and fonts, anyone can take an idea and create something beautiful. Canva is available on web, iOS and Android.