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Bold, fun, and playful: this has always been the Pizza Hut way. And if there is one thing that reflects this the most, it’s the creativity and innovation that Pizza Hut showcases with every new pizza and every new flavor it introduces to the world, which in turn helps us make great moments with those that we value the most. Now, Pizza Hut is at it once again with three new pizza creations, opening up new possibilities to create those flavorful experiences in even more ways!

First up is the Spicy Pepperoni Lovers Pan Pizza, a new take on a beloved classic! It is made with Pizza Hut’s signature pan pizza dough generously topped with slices of premium pepperoni and mozzarella and then sprinkled with chili flakes for some added kick! Price starts at P139 for Personal, P329 for Regular, and P519 for Large. The non-spicy version is also available for those who want the OG classic.

Savor the smoky flavor of the BBQ Chicken Supreme Pan Pizza! Tickle your taste buds with its tangy BBQ-based sauce, premium mozzarella, BBQ-glazed chicken chunks, and mushrooms, all topped with diced red onions and parsley for that added zing! The BBQ Chicken Supreme Pan Pizza is priced starting from P159 for Personal, P359 for Regular, and P559 for Large.

For a crave-worthy creation like no other, there’s the Carbonara Supreme Pan Pizza! Meaty meets creamy with its cream-based Carbonara pizza sauce, made even more delightful with mozzarella, slices of holiday ham, mushrooms, bacon bits, and garnished with some parmesan cheese and parsley! It’s priced starting from P169 for Personal, P389 for Regular, and P589 for Large.

The Spicy Pepperoni Lovers Pan Pizza, BBQ Chicken Supreme Pan Pizza, and Carbonara Supreme Pan Pizza are all available for dine-in, take-out, and delivery through Pizza Hut’s official channels, as well as official delivery partners Grabfood, foodpanda, and Pickaroo. Prices may vary.

That’s not all. Pizza Hut has prepared a number of irresistible deals to give you even more reasons to try these new offers—and maybe discover your next favorite pizza flavor! Get the party started with three exciting pizza combos and four hot deals made to be shared with the whole fam, so you can create those great moments!

Whether you’re planning to have lunch with friends and family or an intimate dinner with your significant other, you’ll never go wrong with any of the three New Pan Pizza Special Feasts, featuring the three new flavorful offers! These are available through Pizza Hut’s official channels and via delivery partners.

Make it great for you and your beau with the “New Pan Pizza Special Feasts – Feast for 2” priced starting from P529. Choose from Regular Carbonara Supreme, BBQ Chicken Supreme, or Spicy Pepperoni Lovers to go with your 2 servings of Single Spaghetti Bolognese and 2 Slushes for Dine-in (Lemon Cucumber, Mango, or Blueberry flavor) or a pair of 12oz glasses Pepsi for Take-Out or Delivery.

More is always merrier, which is why there is also the “New Pan Pizza Special Feasts – Feast for 4” priced starting from P999. Choose 1 Large New Pan Pizza from Carbonara Supreme, BBQ Chicken Supreme, and Spicy Pepperoni Lovers to go with your 1 Family Spaghetti Carbonara, 1 Blueberry Cheesecake Flatbread for Dine-in or 12 pieces of Kitkat Pops for Take-out or Delivery, and 1 Pepsi Pitcher for Dine-In or 1 Pepsi 1.5L for Take-out or Delivery.

It’s all three flavors in one set with the “New Pan Pizza Special Feasts – Triple Pizza Treat” priced starting from P1,199. It comes with 1 Large Carbonara Supreme Pan Pizza, 1 Large BBQ Chicken Supreme Pan Pizza, and 1 Large Spicy Pepperoni Lovers Pan Pizza. If you can’t pick one from the three new offers, this is the perfect set for you!

We’re not done! Aside from these three sets, you’ll also get to experience Pizza Hut’s newest pizza concoctions in four unbelievable Hot Deal meals, available for take-out and delivery exclusively via the 8-911-1111 hotline, Pizza Hut’s official website www.pizzahut.com.ph, and the Pizza Hut mobile app.

Craving a light, yet flavorful snack? Go with the HOT DEALS 1+1 NEW PAN PIZZA PAIR, priced at P679 and comes with 1 Large BBQ Chicken Supreme Pan Pizza and 1 Large Hawaiian Panalo Pan Pizza! How about a bigger feast fit for a bigger crew? We’re talking about the HOT DEALS 2+2 NEW PAN PIZZA COMBO, priced at P1,099. It comes with 1 Large Carbonara Supreme Pan Pizza, 1 Spicy Pepperoni Lovers Pan Pizza, 5 pieces of Sausage Rolls, and 1 Pepsi 1.5L.

And then there’s the HOT DEALS 3+3 NEW PAN PIZZA COMBO, if you don’t feel like holding back on that pizza craving! Priced at P1,499, it comes with 1 Large Carbonara Supreme Pan Pizza, 1 Large Pepperoni & Mushroom Panalo Pan Pizza, 1 Large Hawaiian Panalo Pan Pizza, 1 Regular Spaghetti Bolognese w/ Meat Balls, 5 pieces of Sausage Rolls, and 1 Pepsi 1.5L.

Of course, what’s a Hot Deals offer without a Pizza Trio set? Give in with the HOT DEALS NEW PAN PIZZA TRIO, priced at P699! It comes with 1 Regular Carbonara Supreme Pan Pizza, 1 Regular BBQ Chicken Supreme Pan Pizza, and 1 Regular Spicy Pepperoni Lovers Pan Pizza, rounding off Pizza Hut’s new and exciting deals!

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Have you ever met someone who loved arts and crafts so much that they turned it into a business and because of their love and passion, made it successful? If not, then you need to meet Sunshine Asuncion, owner and founder of The Crafter’s Marketplace also known as TCM.

TCM was born in 2015, the same week Sunshine’s youngest daughter was born! She started by sourcing coloring materials and hard-to-find adult coloring books for clients from Manila. As their customer base grew and their social media accounts gained more followers, their product line evolved and grew as well to meet the rising demand of customers.

So, why TCM? Does it cover all types of crafts?

Shine had this to say, “My dream has always been to have a crafting space that welcomes every kind of crafter: the card maker, the paper crafter, colorista, those who sew, work with yarn, quilters, clayists, hair bow designers. We each have a special affinity to a certain craft, while some are curious about other crafts. The beauty of this is that when we are in one space, we get to share with each other what makes our craft so special to us.”

Though TCM carries different crafting lines, it’s the crafting kits, scrapbook paper, stamps, ink pads, and crafting machines that sell like hotcakes whenever Shine posts about its availability to her community. It also helps that when Sine says “It’s so pretty!” it really is pretty and you can bet that it’ll sell out.

One of the key challenges Shine initially had was the fact that she was located in Canada making her 12 hours behind her market. However, she soon realized that this was actually her biggest strength because she had easy access to brands that most of her customers didn’t have access to. She could also lead the pack with new releases and sales that would never be available in the Philippines.

Over the years, Shine has had her fair share of life lessons and growing pains from managing TCM. She’s realized that clients will always come and go, but they will always bring something special to the community. You always need to be quick on your feet if not one step ahead, in order to keep the community engaged and growing. But with all the effort that you put in, the best part is having a community that loves you hard and supports you all the way.

One of the benefits of crafting is to heal and calm the mind. It is something that a lot of people have turned to, especially during the pandemic. It was a great way for them to connect with their creative side that has been silenced by the reality of adulting.

Crafting will stay relevant in our lives as long as we welcome and embrace it. When the world becomes too noisy and disruptive, crafting allows you to disconnect, create something magical and personal, and rediscover yourself in the process. It is that part of our soul that gives us balance, that allows us to say what’s in our hearts without using words.

For Shine, crafting has and will always be a big part of her life. From cross-stitching, sewing, card making, and her true love, scrapbooking. This has allowed her to keep intact her memories, fostering her love for paper, stickers, and ribbon, while earning money on the side.

She may be far from her home country but she doesn’t feel alone because she is constantly surrounded by people who are supportive of what she is doing and she has built a strong community of crafters, people who speak and understand her craft language.

From creating a small business to brand partnerships all over the world, from a small team to a growing team internationally, and from doing things by herself to being able to share with a community of crafters in an instant, Sunshine is definitely shining brightly in the world of crafting.

Cheers.

I remember when I gave birth to my firstborn, I was not able to prepare our hospital bag beforehand. My due date with him was supposedly October 12, but I gave birth to him on September 18. Almost a month earlier. So my mother prepared everything while I was already in the hospital during my labor.

To prevent this from happening, it's best to prepare your hospital bag around the 7th or 8th month of your pregnancy. Your baby might want to see you earlier than expected just like Nathan!

Packing your hospital bag early will ensure that you won't forget important stuff for you and your baby. It also allows you to bring anything from home that will help you relax during labor and after giving birth.

So I prepare a list of everything you might want to include in your hospital bag for you and your baby

What To Bring For Yourself

Important Documents. Do not forget to bring your ID, PhilHealth ID, Insurance card, Health Card, Birth Certificate (just in case), list of current medication, or any documents that the hospital might need.
Comfortable clothes. Bring loose-fitting clothes. Comfortable nightgowns or pajamas during nighttime. You might also want to bring a nursing dress/top if you are planning on breastfeeding, which I highly recommend. If you are planning to have a C-section, don't forget to pack a support post-surgery belt. Bring also a going-home outfit that's also comfortable like loose shirts and leggings.
A pair of non-slip socks or slippers. This will help you avoid accidents when walking around your room. It will also help you keep warm at night
Cellphone, Camera, and Charger. When social media is your life like me, you don't want to forget to bring these items. It will help you to get in touch with your friends and loved ones and keep them updated on your status. Also, taking lots of pictures of your newborn is a must! I also suggest having a charger with a long wire or an extension cord.
Breastfeeding pillow. Believe me, this will become your best friend when it comes to breastfeeding your baby. It gives you comfort and also helps you position your baby at a right angle.
Manual breastfeeding pump. Most new moms are having a hard time producing milk after giving birth. This will be helpful in stimulating your breastmilk supply while the baby is not breastfeeding on you
Sanitary Napkins. It is normal to bleed after giving birth (for normal delivery, less bleeding I think for C-section moms). You might want to bring heavy-duty sanitary pads as you will need to replace them at least every 2 hours. But the bleeding will eventually lessen after a few days.
Toiletries. Most hospitals usually provide toiletries but are still limited. Don't forget to pack your toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, facial wash, moisturizer, lip balm, wipes, hair brush, and ties.
Books. If you want to be away from social media and don't want to use many gadgets, you might want to bring your favorite book or anything that will help you pass the time during labor and after delivery
Credit Card and extra cash
Covid Vaccination Card

What To Bring For Your Baby

Newborn Diapers. Not all hospitals provide newborn diapers so I suggest bringing these for your baby
Receiving Blankets / Swaddle. Swaddle helps calm down the baby and it will help you easily cuddle your newborn
Set of baby clothes. Bring 0-3-month-old size newborn clothes. A newborn baby easily gets cold so don't forget to pack mittens, booties, and bonnet. Don't forget to bring your going home outfit!
Do not bring feeding bottles. Most of the hospitals in the Philippines no longer allow bringing of feeding bottles. They want to ensure that there is adequate nutrition for infants so they promote breastfeeding.
Do not bring "Bigkis". Pediatricians do not recommend the use of "bigkis" as this obstructs an infant's breathing

What Your Partner Or Guardian Might Need

Phone / Tablet / Laptop / Books. Anything that will keep them entertained during your delivery.
Set of Clothes. You are not sure how long you need to stay in the hospital so it's best to be prepared
Extra pillow and blanket. Usually, the hospital provides this also for guardians, but not all hospitals so it's best to have extra!
Toiletries
Credit Card or Cash
Identification Card
Covid Vaccination Card

There you go. Once you are ready with your hospital bag and your baby is ready to come out, you are now set to go to the hospital. Happy pregnancy mommies!

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Prenatal Education promotes a healthy pregnancy. Attending maternal classes will have a huge benefit for you and your baby. It helps you support a healthy lifestyle, and also it helps you prepare for labor and delivery

Last June 11, 2022, I attended a Mother's class held by Cardinal Santos Medical Center entitled My Baby and Me: Our Nutritional Journey

They discussed the latest on breastfeeding and nutrition that was facilitated by Ms. Roxanne Hipolito. It was an unexpected invitation for me so I wasn't able to announce it to you. That's why I am sharing what we have discussed, and with the consent of the facilitators, sharing with you also some of the screenshots from the webinar.

NUTRITION GUIDELINES

Of course, we all know that eating healthy food will have a huge impact and benefits for expectant mommies and babies. It will help in the development of the baby and maintaining a proper weight.

Maintaining a healthy diet also comes with maintaining a healthy lifestyle, like doing regular activities and exercises, and having your regular checkup with your doctor.

If you are having trouble thinking what to eat every day, Cardinal Santos Medical Center gave an example of a 1-day Meal Plan:

TIPS AND DIET NOTES

HEALTHY MEALS

Eat a variety of the right amounts, and better foods during pregnancy and breastfeeding

HIGH FIBER FOODS

This helps in promoting heart health, decreasing diabetes risk, and preventing constipation. Whole grains, beans, oats, fruits, and vegetables.

MILK + PROTEIN

Make sure that milk, cheeses and juices consumed are pasteurized to protect you and the baby from listeriosis.

STAY HYDRATED

Avoid drinking alcohol, and limit caffeine and sugary drinks. Avoid use of tobacco and take meds only when prescribed

VITAMINS AND MINERALS

Take Iron, Folate, and Calcium supplements regularly after 14-16 weeks of pregnancy and continue during lactation

DON'T LOSE WEIGHT

Avoid restrictive weight-loss diets even when you feel like you would want to lose weight right after.

GET MOVING

Do with daily exercise or staying active as possibly manageable during pregnancy and after birth.

PROPER SLEEP

Sleep well (7-10 hours) for recovery and rest and improve blood flow

LISTENING

Listen to your body and baby. Pay attention to how your body reacts to certain foods as what you eat is also what your baby eats

VISIT YOUR DOCTOR

Regularly visit your prenatal care checkups to track your baby's growth and development

BREASTFEEDING

Being an advocate, I am glad that they also tackled breastfeeding. As early as the moment we knew that we are pregnant, we should start preparing and building healthy habits for us to have abundant supply of breastmilk.

Here are some tips to have a smooth and happy breastfeeding journey

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BREASTFEEDING?

Antibacterial Factors
Lower incidence of allergies
Decreased incidence of illnesses
Lower incidence of chronic diseases

Remember Mommies, a healthy Mommy, is a healthy baby! So always be mindful of the food we eat and always observe a healthy lifestyle, even after giving birth.