When Australia announced plans to restrict social media access for children under 16, it reignited a familiar question for many Filipino parents. When is a child actually ready for social media? Screens are already part of daily life, but for developmental pediatrician Dr. Jack Alexander Herrin,...
There is no instruction manual for raising children in the age of social media. Many parents introduced it while still learning its effects themselves, adjusting rules as platforms evolved and children grew older. Manila Bulletin Lifestyle asked three parents to share what they would change, what...
Keeping up with today’s children can feel like decoding a new language. From social media trends to school hallways, Gen Alpha pre-teens and Gen Z teens are using words like 6‑7, aura farming, and rage bait every day. This parent-friendly guide explains the origin and meaning, along with...
The world is moving at a faster pace, which means that parenting today often calls for greater intention, presence, and patience than ever before. For Martine Cajucom-Ho, Nikki Gil-Albert, Pauleen Luna-Sotto, Amanda Griffin-Jacob, and Stephanie Zubiri, the focus is no longer on doing everything...
Comfortable, gentle, empathetic, and soft. More than words, these qualities define the heart of Millie Moon, the latest luxury diaper brand finally landing in the Philippines that is redefining comfort and care for Filipino families. A beautiful beginning It all began in 2021, with the launch of...
Parents always hear about the “terrible twos and threes,” but nothing really prepares us for the day it arrives in full force. One minute, our toddler is sweet and giggly, and the next, we’re dealing with tears, kicks, and shrieks. For many parents, it can feel stressful and overwhelming,...
With so much happening simultaneously in our community and environment, today’s generation of learners faces challenges unlike anything previous generations have encountered. This, in turn, places greater pressure on parents to seek deeper, more effective solutions to address their children’s...
Mental health in teenagers is often overlooked. Pressures from school, social media, peer relationships, and family expectations are frequently dismissed as mere “rites of passage.” Yet sudden mood swings, withdrawal from friends, loss of interest in hobbies, or frequent irritability can all...
By Elaine Ferrer, RPsy As told to Jane Kingsu-ChengIllustrations by Nancy Marie Andam Life is full of small setbacks, big disappointments, and unexpected twists—and children should not be immune to these. With proper guidance and support, they can learn to face challenges, recover from...
We’ve all heard stories of babies getting into accidents—some retold with laughter, others remembered with shock or frustration. The truth is, many of these incidents could have been prevented with simple precautions. “One of the most common baby accidents we see is falling from the edge of...
In celebration of Grandparents’ Day, Manila Bulletin Lifestyle asked kids to share the special moments they treasure most with their lolos and lolas. Their answers are proof that the bond between grandparents and grandchildren is built on the little things, such as warm hugs, funny stories, and...
In the Philippines, it’s common to see grandparents playing an active role in raising their grandchildren. Whether it’s helping with school pick-ups, passing down family traditions, or simply offering a comforting presence at home, these moments should never be taken for granted. Registered...
