The health and safety of the whole family is every parent’s number one priority especially during these unprecedented times. For our super mom, Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo, adapting to the new normal was never easy but with the help of her friends and a few experts around her, adjusting has now become a challenging yet delightful learning experience for her and her family.

Knowing the difficulties and struggles of being a mom, Mommy Juday shared some of her latest discoveries in making sure that her kids can safely grow healthy and happy while staying at home.

1. Gawing mas happy ang bawat moment na kasama si Chikiting



“Ngayong araw-araw tayong magkakasama, ito yung time for us to nurture our kids more. I-enjoy natin yung bawat moment na kasama natin sila dahil our kids really look up to us, ginagaya nila tayo. Kaya kung ano yung sabihin natin, gawin natin, pano tayo magdamit, paano tayo mag-alaga sa kanila, ibinabalik nila sa atin yun." shared mommy Juday as she explains the value of spending as much time with her kids during the quarantine period.

Given that we’re mostly staying at home, grab every opportunity to spend as much time with your chikitings by doing the things they enjoy, their passions, and the things they’re curious about. Immerse yourself in what they like to get to know them better and help them develop their skills along the way.

2. Spark the curiosity of your chikitings and learn with them



Being at home does not mean skipping on the chance to learn, children are naturally curious and this is the opportunity for you to explore and learn new things with them. Mommy Judy Ann values her children’s education and shares that she studies with her kids. She proudly admits that she even learns a lot from them!

“Nag-aaral ako with them dahil bilang nanay kailangan mo rin i-level up ang knowledge mo sa kung ano ang ginagawa ng mga anak mo. Kasama din nila ako magresearch tungkol sa mga bagay bagay dahil minsan mas alam pa nila kung ano yung mga bago at trending kaysa sa’kin at mas natututo ako from them and with them.”

3. Gawing family bonding ang gawaing bahay



Use this time to teach your kids about household chores by slowly introducing small tasks they can do around the house. In the case of Mommy Juday, Luna enjoys helping her cook, and they even started planting their own veggies together: “Recently nagtatanim kami nina Lucho at Luna ng mga veggies na pwede naming ulamin!”

She also knows the importance of teaching her kids the skills they need to be more independent as they grow up, “We need to equip our children with basic survival skills tulad ng pagluluto, paglilinis, paglalaba, at paghuhugas ng pinggan para paglaki nila, hindi sila nakadepende sa ibang tao dahil naturuan natin sila at this early age."

4. Panatilihing malusog at masaya ang mga chikiting with the right nutrition partnes



Choose the right nutrition partner which can always provide all the nutrients that your chikitings need for them to grow happy and healthy. Mommy Judy Ann also believes that boosting our kids’ immune system will be their very first line of defense against illnesses. By providing their tummies with complete nutrients, they can be strong enough to fight off germs and viruses.

“Sa panahon ngayon, we need to look for the right milk na makakatulong sa happy at tamang paglaki ng mga bagets natin. We want them to be ready and equipped with whatever they might face diba? Kaya ako I choose only NESTOGROW® 4 for Luna talaga.” Mommy Juday also talked about how her trusted milk brand is enriched with L COMFORTIS® which improves the absorption of nutrients in children’s tummies and no added table sugar -- ensuring that your kids get the #KumpletongNutriTIYAN they need to #GrowHappy and healthy!

Mommy Judy Ann’s NESTOGROW® journey

Judy Ann and her youngest daughter Luna officially joined the NESTOGROW® family this year as the brand’s newest endorsers alongside Mommy Melai Cantiveros-Francisco and Mela. “Malaki talaga ang pasalamat ko sa NESTOGROW® at sa tiwalang ibinigay nila sa amin ni Luna. Sa totoo lang, NESTOGROW® talaga yung produktong pinagkakatiwalaan ko, especially when it comes to my children.” Working with NESTOGROW® has been such a great blessing for Judy Ann this year. It was just a perfect match from the beginning as she automatically fell in love with the brand as it helped show great improvement for Luna.

To further shine light on the importance of gut health, the newest mom and daughter duo starred in NESTOGROW’s TV commercial where Judy Ann explains to Luna na ang health ng katawan ay nagsisimula sa tiyan!

With the release of the TVC, Mommy Judy Ann lets us in on a secret that the whole production was done right in their home with just a camera and the help of a few friends. It was a different experience being used to having a full production set, but according to her, “It was really a collaborative effort since konti lang kami and wala din kaming masyadong gamit . But it was fun working with friends and seeing Luna really happy and energetic during the shoot!” For Judy Ann, the whole experience is really something she’ll be treasuring since they were able to create something despite the challenges brought by the new normal: "This is something that will remain very memorable for Luna, and for me as well kasi we were able to rise above the challenge and adapt to change. I’m just so happy to see Luna happily doing things and adjusting to change at a very young age."

Learn and spend time with your kids during this quarantine period by checking out NESTGROW’s latest commercial through this LINK and find out why you should definitely not forget about the importance of the tiyan!

Visit NESTOGROW® Facebook page for more updates and you can also purchase NESTOGROW® 4 on their official stores at Lazada and Shopee!

Jollibee, the Philippines’ number one fast-food brand, is on a mission to bring more joy to Filipino families this Christmas.

That’s why its latest heart-warming and mouth-watering video for Chickenjoy, launched last Nov. 19, 2017, features the celebrity Legaspi family: Carmina, Zoren, Mavy and Cassy, sharing joy with family and friends by giving them buckets of crispylicious, juicylicious, and gravylicious Chickenjoy.
“Magbigay ng Joy ngayong Pasko,” says the catchy jingle in the video. And what better way to give joy than to give Jollibee Chickenjoy! According to a 2017 nationwide survey conducted by the Philippine Survey and Research Center (PSRC), 8 out of 10 Filipinos claim that Chickenjoy is the only fried chicken brand that gives joy to the entire family; and 7 out of 10 Filipinos claim that Chickenjoy is the only fried chicken brand that promotes the joy of family bonding. Indeed, what family could resist bonding over a bucket full of perfectly cooked and seasoned fried chicken that’s crispy on the outside and oh-so juicy on the inside? With an established popularity locally and a growing popularity globally, it’s no wonder Chickenjoy is the favorite of EVERY member of the family. And it shows in the laughter, excitement, and joy that follow every bite.

Check out the Legaspi family’s video here:

Why do the Legaspis love Chickenjoy? “Iba talaga yung Chickenjoy because it’s crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside,” says Carmina. “Yes, and you can’t have just one, kaya a bucket is perfect for the whole family!” Mavy added.

The Legaspis believe that the true joy of Christmas is in celebrating with your loved ones. “We love bonding over a bucket of Chickenjoy, kahit simple dinner lang, masaya na kami,” said Zoren. “Sana more people this Christmas season will experience the joy of Chickenjoy!” said Cassy.

You can also bring more joy to your family and friends this season! Jollibee Chickenjoy is available for dine-in, take-out, delivery and drive-thru transactions, with prices starting at Php 360.00* for the 6-pc. bucket, and Php 475.00* for the 8-pc. bucket. For more information on your favorite Jollibee Chickenjoy, like Jollibee Philippines’ Facebook page and follow @Jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

*Prices may vary across different locations.

Want to impress your crush? Whip up a witty pickup line and serve it with the cheesiest Yumburger ever.

This is exactly what young actor Joshua Garcia does in the latest Jollibee TV commercial he stars in, along with his on-screen partner, Julia Barretto. The popular love team takes the thoughtful #SayItWithYum gesture to a new kilig-packed level as they exchange funny yet memorable lines with the new and improved Cheesy Yumburger.

Cheese truly is the way to Julia’s heart, who loves anything from a cheesy line from Joshua to creamy, melted cheese with her favorite langhap-sarap Yumburger.

“I was laughing talaga during the shoot because that line is really something Joshua would say and do,” the young actress shared. “The humor and thoughtfulness, because he knows that the Cheesy Yumburger is something that we both love, really make this kind of gesture nakakakilig and heart-warming for me.”

“Mas masarap at mas masaya talaga ‘pag cheesy,” quipped Joshua. “Especially if it’s melted cheese on my Cheesy Yumburger!”

The Cheesy Yumburger TVC is the love team’s second major project for the country’s biggest fast-food brand.

“We’re truly happy to be part of the Jollibee family,” said Julia. “I’m a true-blue batang Jollibee and I have so many beautiful memories with my loved ones and Jolly favorites. I’m so excited that Joshua is now a part of the growing Jollibee family, because I get to share this experience with him, too.”

“Jollibee is a brand truly close to my heart,” Joshua shared. “I may not have grown up with it like Julia did, but eating their food is a truly Pinoy experience. Ang suwerte nating mga Pinoy dahil may Jollibee na makakapagpasaya, makakapagpakilig, at siyempre makakabusog sa atin!”

Cheesiest Yumburger ever

The Philippines’ number one langhap­-sarap Yumburger gets a delightfully cheesy upgrade with the Cheesy Yumburger.

Designed to capture the hearts of cheese-loving Pinoys, this new and improved offering boasts of a creamy cheddar cheese melted right on top of Yumburger’s signature 100% beef patty. The melted cheese complemented by soft buns and Jollibee’s special burger dressing, make for an unforgettably cheesy langhap-sarap experience with every bite.

“We at Jollibee are always committed to constant innovation of flavors and dining experiences for our customers,” said Luis Berba, Jollibee Brand Manager for YUM Burgers. “The new and improved Cheesy Yumburger is more flavorful and delicious than ever—the perfect Jollibee offering for burger lovers who know what they want in a cheeseburger. This is why millennials like Joshua and Julia fell head over heels again with this super cheesy, langhap-sarap treat.”

“The Cheesy Yumburger has always been a favorite of mine because it’s uniquely Pinoy and affordable,” explained Julia. “Isang langhap mo pa lang, alam mong sarap agad ang matitikman mo. And now it’s cheesier than ever! How can you not fall in love with this burger?”

“Kumpletong sarap ang matitikman mo dito sa Cheesy Yumburger,” Joshua added. “And it’s made with 100% beef. Amoy pa lang, ang sarap na. Alam mo agad why it’s the best.”

Get your cheese on with the super cheesier, langhap-sarap Cheesy Yumburger, now available for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru in all Jollibee stores nationwide. Prices start at Php45.00*.

* Prices may vary across different locations.

After releasing a series of viral videos, Jollibee now features its long-time celebrity endorser Sarah Geronimo in a full-production commercial worthy of its own hashtag. The newest clip shows the Popstar Royalty shining on stage while singing “Don’t forget the hashtag” and dialing the leading fast food chain’s nationwide express delivery hotline, #8-7000.

The advertisement is a follow-up to the video “Isang Number Para sa Pinas”, which featured Sarah alongside promising young performers Juan Karlo Labajo and Elmo Magalona.

“Kinareer talaga namin 'yung rehearsals. Kaya sana kapag lumabas na ‘yung commercial, magustuhan ng tao at siyempre masubukan din nilang magpa-deliver sa Jollibee. (We really put in a lot of effort during the rehearsals. I hope that when this video comes out, people will like it and, of course, try Jollibee delivery themselves.)
The total performer shares her excitement in doing the TVC, especially to show Filipinos how easy it is to order their langhap-sarap favorites and have it delivered from anywhere in the country, by dialing just one number.

Being a fan of well-loved treats like Chickenjoy, Jolly Spaghetti, and Peach Mango Pie, she recalls trying to get the numbers straight just so she and her friends can order their favorites.

“Naaalala ko na naka-post sa ref namin ‘yong flyer na may number ng pinakamalapit na Jollibee branch sa amin. Tapos nagkaroon ng 8-7000 sa Metro Manila. Swerte na lang ngayon kasi may #8-7000 na Jollibee Delivery Hotline narin at lahat na, from Luzon to Mindanao, pwede na magpadeliver. Kailangan lang pindutin yung #, wala nang area code.” (We used to rely on Jollibee flyers and saved the number of the Jollibee nearest us. Then 8-7000 was launched in Metro Manila. Luckily, we have #8-7000 now which allows us to call in Jollibee anywhere, from Luzon to Mindanao. We just need to press the “#” first and we don’t need area codes anymore).

Touring the country for mall shows, appearances, and multiple commitments, Sarah finds convenience in using one number for great-tasting and consistently satisfying food from Jollibee Delivery.
“Iba talaga ‘yung Jollibee eh. Isipin mo, isang dial lang sa #8-7000, matitikman mo ulit ‘yung favorite mo. Masaya na ‘pag nag-crave ako ng Chickenjoy, mabilis lang, tatawag na lang.” (Jollibee is really one-of-a-kind. Imagine, you just have to dial #8-7000 and you can already have your favorites delivered. I feel happy whenever I crave for Chickenjoy. It’s very accessible, I just need to call.)
Sarah gladly shares her secret to remembering Jollibee’s nationwide hotline. “Naalala ko because of our latest jingle, masaya pakinggan!” (I remember it because our latest jingle is just fun to listen to!)

One of today's most in-demand celebrities, Matteo Guidicelli, is featured in the latest television commercial of Sun Life Asset Management Company, Inc (SLAMCI) And Get this; there's not just one, but two Matteo's going up against each other.

These TVC shows two Matteo's with strikingly opposite tactics: one tries to impress by bragging his material possessions, including a new phone and a credit card, while the other woos her by promising a brighter future together with the help of the Sun Life Prosperity Card.

The Sun Life Prosperity Card is an investment card worth P5,000 which may be invested in any of the peso dominated mutual funds managed by SLAMCI under its Sun Life Prosperity Funds. The first of its kind in the market, it has revolutionized mutual funds investing in the country.
“We wanted SLAMCI's new TVC to encourage the audience to begin their investing journey with the Sun Life Prosperity Card because it's an easy and convenient way to start building one's brighter future,” explained SLAMCI President Valerie Pama. “By investing in mutual funds, one can make his money work harder for him, as against simply leaving all of it in the bank.”
To illustrate this point, Pama shared that a 91-day time deposit in a bank 10 years ago would have give 28% return; but for the same period, the Sun Life Prosperity Bond Fund grew by 66%, while the money invested in the Sun Life Prosperity Balanced Fund would have earned 155%. Meanwhile, an investment in the Sun Life Prosperity Philippine Equity Fund gained 221%.
“This is exactly why we want Filipinos, especially the youth, to start investing some of their money in mutual funds,” Pama said. “Instead of using up all of one's money on trendy items that will soon be replaced by a new fad, why not invest it for the long term and watch it grow. The two Matteo's in our TVC certainly highlighted that message in fun yet clear manner.”
For his part, Matteo said he had fun portraying two different personas.”It's the first time I did such a project, and I definitely enjoyed playing both roles,” he said. “But what's important is that we were able to bring home the message. It's fun to have nice material things and be on YOLO mode, but what will happen to you if all your money runs out and you have nothing saved for the long term?”












And if there's one thing that Matteo knows, It's that some things are definitely worth the wait. “Whether I'm doing sports or working on a showbiz project, I know that I need to be patient before I could see the results. Training for a competition takes time, and so does shooting a movie or recording an album. It's the same thing when you invest your money – you have to grow it long term before you can enjoy the benefits.” he explained. “you may have to wait a bit, but it's always, always worth it!”

My husband and I is now looking for some investment for our kiddos. I will definitely suggest Sun Life to my hubby and see it as our investment for our kids. Maybe a gift for them this coming Christmas and teach them the essence of investment for their future.
Mommies try this kind of investment as well, after all, Mommy knows what's best for their Children. So invest now and share your experiences here so that other Mommy readers will learn from my experience and yours.

Catch SLAMCI's latest TVC featuring Matteo Guidicelli on cable TV. To learn more about the Sun Life Prosperity Card and how you can start investing for a brighter future, visit www.sunlifeprosperity.com.ph