JZ's Christening

Im thrilled to be chosen as one of the godmothers since its my first inaanak to a friend (at Paolo’s side) coz none of my superfriends in h-school nor college have had their child yet. Yes.. no need to emphasize, im the first (& proud) mom in my circle.. hehe..

James Zachary Catembung Lopez is the 3-month old angel of our friends Jen and Joseph. Baptized yesterday, October 18, at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Canlubang Laguna.

I would like to commend the officiating priest for being ‘sarcastic’ & a bit joker (haha) for the crowd to respond and be attentive. What’s worth mentioning are his lecture to godparents :

1. Memorize and remember both the complete name and spelling of your inaanak;
2. Visit your inaanak once in awhile;
3. Be there when parents need help or your assistance;
4. Be a good example to your inaanak;
5. At Christmas time, wag magtago; the kids will visit you not just for the gifts or money but just for them to ‘bless’ or mag-mano.

Don’t worry Zach (I preferred Zach talaga. hehe), I mean JZ , Ninang Marg & Ninong Pao will be the one to visit your house since mama-masko din si Yuan sa inyo. Hihi..

Reception followed at their residence where sumptuous lunch was served. Yuan enjoyed the balloons and JZ’s big tarp, while baby JZ slept for awhile and when recharged entertained his guests.

Congratulations Jen & Jlo for having JZ, savor every moment with him while still a baby, coz one day you’ll wake up he’s already having drinking sessions with Yuan and their friends. Hihi..

Youngmom's Leanings 1

Being a first time mom entails many learning experience to help me become better - whether in shopping baby stuff, food, cleaning bottles, bathing, or making him sleep. Yuan is now 7 mos & 14 days old and he’s becoming a little playful & precocious . He loves going out and seeing new places & faces. Every time we bring him along I learn new things that will help me become a better mom:

Baby’s Day Out
Do’s:
1. Always make sure that your baby bag contains all the essentials:
a. Bottles & milk (of course!)
b. Baby wipes (for poop & clean-up)
c. Diapers
d. Bib (and for me atleast 2 lampin)
e. Toys and teether
f. Alcohol/sanitizer, powder (for hot weather & emergency nappy rash)
g. Baby cologne
h. Extra clothes (depends on the time, but usually if it’s a day out, 1 pair of sando & shorts; if night, socks,jacket/longsleeves,pajama, & cap/bonnet)
2. Aside from milk, don’t forget to bring extra bottle for his water, he might eat something sweet.
3. Do bring a small pillow for long travel.

Don’t’s
1. Wear plunging necklines (believe me!).
2. Use too much perfume and makeup.
3. Wear too much accessories (dangling earrings, bracelet, necklace)

That’s it, just 3 for each though I know I will keep on updating this as Yuan & I have more to learn from our escapades.