Jackie Chan said, “I enjoy putting a smile on people’s faces. It’s exciting to partner with Shopee to celebrate the action-packed year-end festival and bring more joy to my fans and Shopee users. I had a lot of fun working with Shopee and I think people of all ages will enjoy the activities and content that we have prepared together. I hope everyone can join us to make the year-end shopping season a memorable one.”

I was one of the first ones to know about this during the media launch I attended with other bloggers, influencers, and media partners of Shopee.  The media launch as expected, was full of raffle prizes (which I am forever unlucky with), surprise announcements of the 9.9 Super Shopping Day promos, lovely performance from singer-songwriter Kitchie Nadal, and food!  Below are some highlights during that day!

Shopee pioneered the first 9.9 Super Shopping Day in 2016. Each year, it marks the start of a highly anticipated year-end shopping season across the region. A survey conducted by Shopee revealed that over 90% of users across the region proactively seek out information to make better purchase decisions during the campaigns. The mega shopping season also tends to attract new online shoppers, with 43% of shoppers making their first-ever online purchase during the year-end campaigns.

From now till September 9, Shopee has lined up the best deals and activities. Shoppers can satisfy all their shopping needs, win exciting rewards from their favorite games on Shopee Prizes, and enjoy non-stop entertainment with special appearances by their favorite celebrities.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “The pandemic continues to affect both individuals and businesses. As communities continue to live, work, shop, and play from home, we have stepped up our efforts to ensure users have access to their daily essentials through our shopping campaigns. We are also committed to supporting local MSMEs and have launched a series of support initiatives as well as Support Local campaigns to generate greater visibility and enable users to easily identify and support local businesses. We look forward to bringing some joy to our local communities during this year-end season.”

1. Find the biggest deals, all in one place

This 9.9 Super Shopping Day, shoppers can enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, 20% cashback, and Daily ₱1 Deals, on top of these amazing perks:

●      Lowest price deals - Users can find the hottest products with the biggest discounts all in one place at Shopee’s special ‘Daily ₱1 Deals’ microsite, which they can easily locate from Shopee’s home page. 

●      Mega Midnight Sale - Following its success during the inaugural 4.4 Mega Shopping Day, Shopee brings back the 2-hour Midnight Mega Sale. Shoppers can grab unbeatable deals on thousands of products, including those from Shopee Mall, from 12AM to 2AM on September 9. 

●      Greater rewards with ShopeePay - As part of Shopee’s commitment to provide a convenient, secure, and rewarding shopping experience, users can enjoy exclusive promotions and deals by using Shopee’s in-app e-wallet, ShopeePay. All users have to do is to use ShopeePay to pay for their purchases, both online and offline, at thousands of branches from participating merchants nationwide. Until September 8, shoppers can Buy Load and get ₱5 mobile data for only ₱1; Pay Bills to enjoy up to 50% cashback when they pay for Meralco, Maynilad, and more; and Scan to Pay to score ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Seaoil, Potato Corner, and more.

2. Satisfy all shopping needs

From daily essentials to premium items, Shopee offers a wide assortment of products. With millions of brands and sellers, as well as a wide network of online and offline partners, there is something for everyone at Shopee. 

●    Shopee Mall Big Brand Discounts - In addition to everyday products, users can expect great deals from their favorite brands on Shopee’s dedicated in-app portal for authentic brands. 91%of shoppers say the mega shopping campaigns enabled them to discover and buy brands they never tried before, while 75% indicated they were more likely to continue using these new brands rather than switching back to their usual ones. At the 9.9 Super Shopping Day, shoppers can expect up to 30% off brand vouchers and up to 90% off on leading brands such as Abbott, Havaianas, Maybelline, Nestlé, Colgate-Palmolive, Breyleemall.ph, Del Monte, Unilever Beauty, Adidas, P&G Beauty, Enfagrow, Huawei, Vivo, Pampers, Realme, and Xiaomi.

●      Support Local - Local businesses have been greatly impacted by the pandemic. This shopping season, users can give these local sellers the boost they need to recover and grow. Through the Pili Pinoy campaign, users can help preserve local culture and play their part in supporting the local economy by patronizing shops such as Abubot PH, Joy Marcelo RTW Clothing, Via Christi, Tazanna, and Tala by Kyla.

3. Experience non-stop entertainment with your favorite celebrities, exciting games, and attractive rewards

Shopee’s in-app engagement features continue to entertain and delight users. In the first half of 2021, Shopee recorded over 200% uplift in time spent on Shopee Live year-on-year. This 9.9 Super Shopping Day, Shopee will deliver upsized excitement through a line-up of the biggest superstars, exciting games, and attractive rewards.

●  Jackie Chan to thrill and entertain shoppers - This year, Shopee brings on international superstar Jackie Chan to be a part of its year-end shopping season, sparking tremendous excitement across the region. Users can catch him in exclusive content on Shopee Live and in-app games such as Shopee Spin & Win, Shopee Shake, and the latest Shopee Collectibles.

●      Big giveaways and performances during the 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special - Viewers can tune in to GMA 7 and Shopee Live this September 9 for a chance to win millions worth of cash prizes and giveaways, including two house and lot packages. Fans can also expect performances from a leading K-Pop group.

●    Exciting rewards from games on Shopee Prizes - Users can look forward to earning rewards from their favorite games on Shopee Prizes.

○      A key highlight this year will be Shopee Collectibles, where users stand a chance to win super-sized prizes by collecting a full set of in-game items.

○   Users can collect items by playing popular games such as Shopee Farm and Shopee Candy, or trading items with their friends.

Find out more about 9.9 Super Shopping Day here: https://shopee.ph/m/99.  Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

I found it mandatory before the start of yet another quarantine in Metro Manila to visit my favorite skin clinic, SkinStation, for my third Revitalight Facial.  The two-year anxiety-filled community quarantine has been affecting the quality of my facial skin.  It's become a bit dry and dull, fine lines started appearing, and pores are going from almost none to gigantic!

Revitalight is a combination of facial, diamond peel and Nd-Yag laser to refresh and rejuvenate dull, dry & tired-looking skin! 

Below are the instant benefits you get from it:

• Revitalizes instantly to give you younger looking skin
• Rejuvenates skin from dull to glowing
• Promotes collagen formation
• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
• Minimizes pore size

It's been two years since we started our new normal quarantine lives.  Since then, we've embraced working from home, distance learning of kids, and cooking more often.  Another thing is we've joined a number of groups that awakened our planttita and pantito hearts and helped us with our home interior designing/renovating 

And admit it, you've been "budol-ed" one time or more into buying home items from one or all of these home improvement groups!  I know, because I was!  I didn't regret it because I make sure that I only buy items I really need and make sure to buy when it's on sale.  

These are the items that I recently checked and bought from Omega Houseware on Shoepe!

• Omega Houseware Robbia Rectangular Glass Food Keeper Storage airtight, and leakproof lid - is made from BPA Free, food-safe, and durable high borosilicate glass. With easy-to-close, airtight, and leakproof snap locking lid and can withstand heat up to 300°C. It's a healthy alternative to plastic food keepers and perfect for storing leftovers, meal preps, snacks, and more.  Shop HERE: Omega Houseware Robbia Rectangular Glass Food Keeper Storage

• Omega Houseware Tessa Aluminum 2-Layer Non-Stick Coating Fry Pan Induction-Safe Magnetic Steel -  ensures a convenient, fast and even heat conductivity and distribution to help you save time and energy for hassle-free cooking everyday.  Shop HERE: https://shopee.ph/Omega-Houseware-Tessa-Aluminum-2-Layer-Non-Stick-Coating-Fry-Pan

• Omega Houseware Larix 1L Round Clear Glass Pitcher - is the perfect everyday drinking Pitcher. A Clear Embossed Glass Pitcher and dishwasher safe. Shop HERE: https://shopee.ph/Omega-Houseware-Larix-1L-Round-Clear-Glass-Pitcher

Good news is Omega Houseware is up to 50% OFF at Shopee's 8.8 Mega Flash Sale!  This is what I'm talking about mamas!  Make sure to buy all your home needs during sale events such as Shopee's 8.8 Mega Flash Sale!  This is the most practical shopping tip that I always give to moms who want to make the most out of their shopping budgets.  Look for quality yet won't hurt your pockets.  Plus choose a brand that's well-known for durability and one that's value-for-money.  Check out Omega Houseware's Official Shopee Account for more home items!  Add to cart now! :)

Moms, we all love our kids and their overall well-being is always our priority!  Our lifestyles and even budget for shopping are altered to accommodate more of what they need to be always healthy right?  That's why one of the things we usually buy for them apart from diapers whenever there's SALE over at Shopee is, MILK!  

Good news mamas!  Pediasure and other Abbot's products are on SALE this 8.8 Mega Flash Sale over at Shopee!  Better take advantage of this huge discount on Abbot's products to keep you and your kids healthy and strong! 

But first, let me share why Pediasure is one of the best milk that you could choose for your child.

If your child falls under any of these characteristics: is a picky eater, thinner compared to others his age, shorter than compared to others his age, and has low immunity or gets sick easily, clearly, your child needs better nutrition. 

With Pediasure's New and Improved formula, your child can have good appetite, increase in weight and height, and also less sick days because of improved immunity!  This is said because it's with Arginine and Natural Vitamin K2.  Make sure they have three balanced meals per day.  Don't forget the Go, Grow, Glow foods they need or refer to the Pinggang Pinoy to ensure they get the food nutrition they need to help them grow healthier and stronger.

Why should you choose Pediasure for your kids?  It's said to be better than regular milk.  

Here's why:

• It's clinically proven to help increase height
• It helps with 40% more energy for weight gain.
• It helps strengthen immunity.

With all these said, Pediasure is one of the best choices you could have when it comes to choosing the right milk for your kids.  ADD to cart now during Shopee's 8.8 Mega Flash Sale!

Shop only in Abbot's Official Shopee Store HERE: https://shopee.ph/abbottph?page=0&shopCollection=6343728

I'm a mom of three boys and with all three, it always had felt as if it was my first time to be a mother.  Why?  They are 7 and 6 years apart!  I had unique pregnancy and childbirth experiences for each of my children.  Each is a big story to tell.

One of the things that's a common experience raising them from newborn to toddler is - finding the right and comfortable diaper that will give them what they need at different stages.  I've tried a number of diapers and liked just a handful.  One of which is HUGGIES!

I love that Huggies have the right diaper that will answer the needs of our babies from newborn to toddler years.  And what's our baby's diapers' partner?  You're correct!  Baby Wipes!  Yes, Huggies also have Baby Wipes.  The good news is, Huggies will on on SALE this August 8!  Check out Huggies at Shopee's 8.8 Mid-Year Flash Sale. 

HUGGIES AT SHOPEE'S 8.8 MID-YEAR FLASH SALE!

If you're a meticulous and practical mom like me, I'm sure you'd check these Huggies products on Shopee on 8.8 Mid-Year Sale and add them to your cart!  Big savings and quality Huggies products are at stake!  

Huggies Dry Newborn has a Poo Absorb Liner that reduces wetness and prevents skin irritation by pulling runny poo away from your newborn’s delicate skin. It also has a 100% breathable outer cover that allows for better airflow, helping keep baby’s skin dry and healthy.  Add to cart now!  Shopee link here: Huggies-Dry-Diapers-Newborn-40-pcs

NEW and IMPROVED Huggies Dry Pants - It's their newest diaper product that's worth a try!  It comes with a 4-way design for complete baby comfort such as:

• Dry X-pert Channel Technology
• Comfortable Movement
• Helps Prevent Diaper Rash
• 100% Breathable Cover

Add to cart too!  Shopee link here: Huggies-Dry-Pants-Medium-34-pcs-x-2-packs-(68-pcs)

Huggies Gentle Care Baby Wipes are thick, soft, and absorbent- designed to clean your baby in just one or two wipes. It is made from natural fibers and has been clinically tested to be safe for babies' delicate skin, providing a safe but effective clean.  Baby wipes are one I can't live without that even the toddler is now a bigger kid, we still use it!  So one pack isn't enough mama!  Buy in bundles so you could save more!  Add to cart now!  Shopee link here: Huggies-Clean-Care-Baby-Wipes-80-sheets-x-3-packs

The UPGRADED Huggies® Ultra! Huggies® Natural Soft Diapers - now if you are looking for extra comfort for your sensitive babies' skin, this is for them.  It keeps baby dry and comfy by pulling wetness away for up to 12 hours, providing premium comfort with 100% Imported Natural Cotton.  Best of all!  It's on SALE on Shopee this 8.8 Mid-Year Flash Sale!  Add to cart today.  Shopee link here: Huggies-Natural-Soft-Diapers-Large-50-pcs-x-3-packs-150-pcs

Whenever I would ask moms in my community what they add to cart every month during Shopee's SALE, diapers and wipes always come on top!  Best time to stock up on Huggies diapers and wipes is this coming Shopee's 8.8 Mid-Year Flash Sale!  My tip, add to cart as early as now momma, so that on 8.8, all you have to do is checkout!  

A 3-day online summit happening on July 30-August 1 is set to equip families who face another school year of home-based learning. The summit is organized by a local group of homeschooling moms who have been supporting families since 2013 through their empowering events.

I've never taken health more seriously than these past two years into quarantine. One of my topmost priorities is my children's health and well-being. That's why I continuously look for new food or beverage finds that would meet our health and nutrition objectives.

Glad to have discovered a brand my friends in Europe have been raving about, called Aptakid. It supports children's immunities formulated with Pronutra+ with advanced ingredients such as prebiotics GOS/FOS, DHA and Vitamins. This is made in Europe by Early Life Nutrition experts for over 120 years.

Aptakid is Nutricia’s staged milk formula for children aged 3 years and older. It has a unique blend of nutrients, Pronutra for tummy and gut health and brain development.  Nutricia is Aptakid's producer, the number one infant milk brand in Europe.

I love its state-of-the-art, innovative, and award-winning packaging.  It has an enhanced scoop design unlike other milk brands we've tried, easy leveling, hygienic and handy scoop storage, plus it makes it possible for busy moms to prepare mil with one hand only!

SHOPEE MALL TAKEOVER ON JULY 23!

You may want try this new discovery of mine too!  Don't miss out on Nutricia's Shopee Mall Takeover on July 23! Get up to 40% savings on your favorite Nutricia products such as the following:

• Nutricia Aptakid Stage 4 Formula (800g) - You may purchase here: shopee.ph/product/258481607/6532948419
  
  
  
  
  
• Nutricia Aptamom Cereal Bar - Berry Mix with DHA (18 bars x 40g) - You may purchase here: shopee.ph/product/258481607/7932949873
  
  
  
  
  
• Nutricia Aptamom Cereal Bar - Raisin and Chocolate with DHA (18 bars x 40g) - You may purchase here: shopee.ph/product/258481607/6632957689
  
  
  

f you're like me who won't stop discovering new food, beverage, and milk brands that will boost our children's immunities, then you should try Aptakid by Nutricia too!  The best time to try it is while they are on sale!  This is happening on July 23 where you could get up to 40% off on Nutricia's products!  Stay healthy!

Banff is a beautiful place surrounded by rugged mountains. The streets are filled with fun and excitement, amazing restaurants and bars, shops, art galleries, and museums. The locals are family-friendly and welcoming to all!  If you have decided to make the move to the Canadian Rockies, Banff needs to be on your list. Banff homes for sale are on the rise and have been for quite some time, but that doesn’t mean you won’t find your dream home. Stay flexible, be willing to compromise, and you’ll be sure to find your perfect home.

If you find yourself in Canada, either permanently or on vacation, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy. It has been proven over and over again, spending time outdoors can improve your overall health. Below are examples of recreational activities you need to try.

1. Water sports

Water sports are a great way to cool off on long, hot summer days. Surfing is one of the most popular water sports around. Head to the ocean at sunrise to start your day, or end it with the afternoon waves. Kayaking is an easy, low-impact water sport that’s great for everyone. You may even consider taking a kayak tour to learn about the environment around you. Another fun water sport is jet skiing, bringing the kids along for an unforgettable family day and ride tandem. 

2. Amusement parks

Did you know amusement parks have health benefits? Not only do amusement parks provide adventure, laughs, and memories that will last a lifetime - but a day at a park can be therapeutic. For starters, you will end up walking miles by the end of the day, and you will burn tons of calories riding all the rides. Want to relieve stress? You will be screaming out your anxieties going down the hill of a roller coaster, and you will improve your mood by the adrenaline rush after riding a roller coaster. 

3. Yoga

Yoga is healthy and great for your body, it can also help you cope with any of life’s curveballs. Through yoga practice, you learn to strengthen your mind, and when your mind is healthy, you can handle whatever comes at you. Some folks find a treadmill or lifting weights to not be for them. On the other hand, a yoga session can be different each time you practice. 

4. Hiking

Hiking is a fun activity you can enjoy alone or with family and friends. One of the best things about hiking is, you can do it anywhere - from a city park to a mountain trail. Hiking also gives you that dose of nature you need to stay happy.