Magnum Manila will Open April 8 at SM Aura

If there’s anything we’ve learned about Magnum thus far, it’s that it never fails to impress. Since its launch in Manila two years ago, Magnum has become the name (and ice cream) on everybody’s lips – and rightly so. The luxurious taste of velvety ice cream and real Belgian chocolate put together in one smooth, decadent bar is enough to keep any Magnum fan clamoring for more. This year, the Golden age of Magnum not only excites everybody with a massive launch of the Magnum Gold, but also gives its fans the ultimate brand experience by taking them into what they call Magnum Manila.

In premium locations all over the world, special pop-up stores called Magnum Pleasure Stores have been the most awaited ice cream experience worldwide. With its unique design and its wide array of tasty dishes, Magnum Pleasure Stores have become a go-to hotspot in its respective host cities – from Milan and Cannes to New York and London. Finally, it’s our turn to hold that golden ticket, as Magnum announces the arrival of our own pleasure store, Magnum Manila.

Why “Pleasure Store”? Because that is exactly what it is. Though each store varies in size, shape, and design, what binds them together is the most exciting part of all. Magnum Manila will afford customers the chance to create their very own Magnum bar. Indulge in the ultimate Magnum Experience through Make your own Magnum which grants you the luxury of tailoring your Magnum to best satisfy your sweet desires. Have your say by selecting from the most varied and sophisticated toppings you’ll come across which include the Magnum classics like almonds & crushed chocolate chip cookies as well special choices like freeze dried raspberries or gold nuggets not to mention experimental toppings, like chili flakes or sea salt, for those craving a bit more adventure. However way you want it, this is the place to indulge.

Set to open on April 8, 2014 at Aura’s SkyPark Dining, Magnum Manila delivers its own special take on the Pleasure Store, featuring the sleek, modern architecture of Ed Calma. As for the man behind the savory dishes on the Magnum Manila menu, Magnum is proud to announce the collaboration with executive chef of Chef Cuisine catering and owner of Nomama, Chef Him Uy de Baron. As well as the man who created all the dessert dishes, Chef Miko Aspiras who is an award winning pastry Chef in global competitions and is one of the pastry chefs of a premier hotel in the country. With these names behind the project, Magnum Manila is an exhibition of no less than Manila’s greatest talents.

Carrying on the success of Pleasure Stores around the world, Magnum Manila is sure to be the next big thing to look out for in the Metro. With each visit a unique experience is made. As summer rolls in, what could be more perfect than indulging in a cold, luxurious Belgian chocolate bar of Magnum made with the finest and most premium ingredients, just the way you like it? With Magnum Manila underway, we’re in for a real treat.

Magnum Manila website: www.magnum.com.ph & www.makemymagnum.com

Johnson's Baby Philippines unveils the first-ever Shadow Playground in the world

When I was a child I remember, Iam not quite fond of playing outside

But,it not doesn't mean that I do not know the traditional "pinoy games" that I used to play outside such as patintero , taguan ,luksong tinik,luksong baka, etc.

because I hate when she becomes smelly because

of too much sweat..

Before I hate Alexa playing outside,mostly under the sun. 

But hey, don't you know that I can still do it with my daughter

now!! Well, it is really important that you play with your son/daughter even at least 1hour a day..

Yesterday we attended to the  Johnson's baby Philippines,Unveils the first-ever 

shadow Playground in the world.

Yesterday we attended to the  Johnson's baby Philippines,Unveils the first-ever 

shadow Playground in the world.

The said event was been hosted by childhood icon Bodjie Pascua

Kuya Bodjie instructed the kids and also the kids at hear that.

When he say's " Di lang laro ang laro " everybody will answer.. " yehey" with clapping hands.guess what? It was really a hit to the kids..

Johnson’s Baby Senior Brand Manager Kris Llanes.  shared us " We are excited to officially unveil our play innovation found in the Johnson’s Baby Active Fresh Shadow Playground – a first-of-its-kind play platform that allows moms to forge a stronger play partnership with their kids,”

“Studies show that mothers have 

the natural inclination to stop their kids from playing under the sun and discourage them from activities that leave them sweaty and smelling offensive or amoy-araw.  We know that active playtime even under the sun is good for kids so we are doing two things:  giving kids access to a novel idea in outdoor play, and introducing the new Johnson Baby’s Active Fresh line developed to allow children more fun time under the sun,”

Aside from him there's also a celebrity mom guested yesterday

Camille Prats together with her son Nathan ..

here she shared:  “Naalala ko nung bata ako na ang hilig ko maglaro sa init ng araw. Ang saya-saya gawin nun and at the same time, ang dami ko din natutunan sa paglalaro tulad ngcooperation and teamwork. I am just happy to share this kind of joy and learning experience with my son Nathan today,”

Now let's go to the playground. and beat the heat of the sun .

Ribbon cutting ceremony of Johnson's baby shadow playground.

It is now officially open!!

Confetti shower..... 

But before we started to play we were handed a Johnson's powder active fresh. to put on our kids,so that they wont smells like amoy- araw, and guess what? it works really great,  I fell in love with it.

The new Active Fresh Technology has sweat-activated fragrance, releasing a pleasant long-lasting smell when it comes into contact with sweat. Moms no longer need to worry about their child sweating all day and malodor kicking in. Kids will smell and feel fresh even after playing all day under the sun.

What the Active Fresh Technology does:

             *Masks malodor and leaves it odorless

             *Releases a long lasting fragrance

             *Special feature of Active Fresh Powder: It contains the first-ever sweat-activated  fragrance capsules that burst upon contact with sweat!

Habang mas pinapawisan, mas bumabango!  

I definitely agree with it...

Now..let's go with the games!

The different games cast by the sun help teach children skills for their development:

Flamingo teaches children balance. Mom and child will need to balance only one foot and hold on to each other for support. The pair that balances the longest will win.

Snakes and Ladder teaches children teamwork. The child will stand on the "start box" while keeping his eyes closed. He will need to follow mom's voice as she instructs him to jump long or short. They will need to aim for the ladders and not the snakes! First pair to reach the end wins!

''Piko'' teaches childred coordination.Mom and child will use a stone or coin as marker.They will throw this to land on the squares,without touching the lines.Then,they will hop on one foot through the single square and land on both feet on double squares-fastest pair to finish wins!

Maze teaches children strategy. Mom will stand at the center of the maze and her child will need to find his way to mom by avoiding the blocked paths. The first child to reach and hug mom wins!

''Froggy Jump''teaches childred concentration.Mom will jump on odd-numbered leaves while child jumps on even-numbered leaves.The pair who jumps without stepping out of the leaves and finishes with the fastest time wins!

Johnson’s Baby Active Fresh Playground is located at the Market! Market! Playzone, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The playground is designed for kids 3-7 years old. It is open to the public within mall hours. It is advised that kids be under the supervision of their parents and/or guardians as they use the playground.

Happy Wife, Happy Life: Commit to Control PE

Sexual intimacy is a personal matter that couples need to be more open with their partners about what satisfies them. Given that the two of you share a special bond, there's no reason for you to not be comfortable about discussing what you like - and don't like about sex. After all, an activity that is meant to be enjoyed, should provide fulfillment for both parties.

As such, Menarini Philippines together with the Philippine Urological Association, boldly launched its Commit to Control PE Advocacy campaign last year to address one of the more pressing issues regarding sexual intimacy - premature ejaculation. The campaign is meant to make couples more comfortable about discussing their intimacy concerns with each other, without it being a cause of insecurity or dissatisfaction. This is because premature ejaculation can gravely affect one's relationship when left undiscussed - and untreated.

Recently, I was invited in Happy Wife, Happy Life Event, which was held at the Satin Room of the Seda Hotels in BGC. It aimed to shed better insight about what premature ejaculation is all about, and that it is not something to be embarrassed about because it can be controlled. The event was hosted by popular celebrity columnist RJ Ledesmaand featured a very insightful talk from sex and relationship guru, Dr. Margie Holmes, concerning "the love that last is better". Also present at the event was Dr. Dennis Serrano, who talked about the “basics” of premature ejaculation to help the guests have a better understanding of this condition. 

What is premature ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation is when a man ejaculates with little sexual stimulation and before the man wishes.This can lead to a decrease in sexual satisfaction and quality of life for men and their partners. Premature ejaculation can take two forms. Men can have premature ejaculation from the first time they have sex (lifelong), or develop premature ejaculation later in life, even after many years of normal ejaculatory experience  (acquired).

Is there any difference between “normal” ejaculation and premature ejaculation?

In men with premature ejaculation, the mechanism of ejaculation is the same as in men without premature ejaculation, but it happens with a diminished sense of control. Otherwise, ejaculation for a man with premature ejaculation is the same for a man without premature ejaculation. Normal ejaculation is a reflex action controlled by the brain and the nervous system. Men with premature ejaculation have compared their inability to control ejaculation to a sneeze. Think about sneezing as another reflex and how hard it is to control. In some ways, premature ejaculation is the same – men can feel that it is about to happen but they cannot do anything to stop it. This is because, like a sneeze, ejaculation is a reflex action that is controlled by the brain and nervous system. Once triggered, it can’t be stopped. 

Is there a treatment for premature ejaculation?

Dapoxetine is said to be the first and only drug specifically developed for the treatment of premature ejaculation. For more information on premature ejaculation, please refer to www.controlPE.ph 

What is the side effects may be associated with Dapoxetine?

Based on robust trials involving over 16,000 men worldwide, Dapoxetine is proven to be well-tolerated. Side effects due to dapoxetine are usually mild to moderate and are more frequent in the first week of treatment. Such side effects includes nausea, dizziness and headache.

Menarini Philippines strongly believes in this advocacy which is often left untreated because it is a topic that is usually considered taboo even in these modern times. The pharmaceutical giant hopes to make a stronger impact among Filipino couples on their campaign this year with more events like this.

For further information, please visit: www.menariniapac.com.