Pregnant Philhealth members can avail a maternity care package (worth P19,000 for women who had a C-Section and P5000-P6000 for those who had a normal spontaneous delivery) as well as a Newborn Care Package for the baby.
Is Caohagan Island in Cebu Worth a Visit?
Caohagan is one of Olango Island Group’s most popular islets. But is it worth a visit?
I say skip it.
Thoughts on “The Martian” by Andy Weir
I’ve seen the movie, so why am I reading this book now and why do I recommend you do the same while we’re living under lockdown? It all started when I was trying to cope with my new life as a stay-at-home mom (or SAHM) ..
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 to find out after eight episodes.
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, I had to carefully think about every purchase. Here are the items I found helpful during the crazy first few weeks with a newborn. Diaper […]
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 & 6th month) and the cost was free – for 700,000 infants from the poorest families. Fast forward to 2020. Diarrhea is still among the […]
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, I finally mustered up the courage to try this free government service.
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, this is the question that I get a lot. So, I tell them, P50,000 plus, and their responses vary. “That’s so much cheaper than c-section […]
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 ways they use these platforms:
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 of feet from the ground, offers a 360 view of Lantau Island and its surrounding areas.