Pinoy Parenting 101

One of the most exciting part in preparing for your child's birth is the shopping of baby essentials. Even if we hate to admit it, most parents went through this and went overboard a bit. Blowing the budget and adding some that weren't actually on the list. We're guilty with this and it's a lesson learned for us.  There are usually a lot of baby things to buy before birth but do those really need to be included on the list? Especially if the baby hasn't come yet?  Most parents are excited by the notion of shopping for their future baby's needs. It gives a glimpse of what they thought it would be like when the baby comes. This normally is a good thing. Being prepared early on is better than getting stuck and blindsided on what your child needs when you come home from the hospital. But by saying that, there are still things that you have to consider when making your newborn essentials shopping list. One good example is the crib or bassinet. There are a lo