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At the age of 28, i became a mom to a healthy baby boy. We named him JAIRUS GAVIN... (God enlighten - White hawk of battle). Since then.. i embraced every second of having him in my life. I am a mom whose into breastfeeding,baby wearing, cloth diapering and baby led weaning.

Motherhood is the best thing that ever happened in my life. There are hardships but it is nothing compare to the joy of seeing your child beside you. It is indeed God's most precious gift that a woman will have.. Here's our story.. Something to tell.. and something to share..

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Brestfeeding in public Wednesday, February 19, 2014 0 Comment


The moment i decided to breastfeed my son, i know that comes with that decision is to feed him in public.  Although its a bit hard for me to put on my nursing cover without the help of the people around me, i still want to pursue this what i call calling.. hihi.

This is my very first picture of breastfeeding my son in the hospital.  Although the visitors at that time are all family members, i still asked all the male to leave the room. lol.

This is the time that i felt so frustated because my son cannot latch properly. I know that i can but seeing him cry makes me weak to give him formula milk while i pump to give him enough for the day.

Nothing compares to the joy of breastfeeding..seeing your child holding you while feeding is one of the best bonding we ever have.




It's just a normal scenario in my parent's house to see me walking/sitting around breastfeeding my son.  If i have some visitors, i do it in my room.  lolz.  Still not ready to do it in front of some people.

I can still remember the day when i do it in the car, both breastfeed and pump.  At first i am hesitant, but when you hear your baby cry.. forget about the worries.. just do it!

I pump when i am outside. That is why when i came back here in Singapore i pump at work.  I am just glad that there are lots of nursing room here in Sg so there's no problem.. i can still take home a minimum of 10 oz to my son in my 8 hour work.  Talking about being a milk machine. ^_^




I am hoping that i can buy a nursing wear so that even when i don't have my nursing cover, i can still feed my son.  I admire those nursing mom who are doing a great job on breastfeeding.  I am just so glad that i have a mentor.. which is really very helpful.

Currently i am nearing to 3 months of breastfeeding and will be able to attain my short term goal.  Now i will add another 3 months to it.  Go for 6 months dear.  ^_^  I am just so excited to continue.. nothing can stop me. haha.. The power of heart!





My very first nursing in public took place during my son's last check up in the Philippines.  We have ebm with us but however my son won't drink it but i know that he's hungry.  I went to the edge of the clinic's garage and right there and then.. he stayed with me for about 15 minutes.  Motherhood and the surprises that comes with it is really amazing.

On September 13, after our arrival here in Singapore we went to my office to report and meet up with previous colleague.  My son was  hungry again that time and won't accept milk from the bottle.. so i asked my friend to help me go inside the customer's room.. and she helped me! haha.  At first, i don't want her to see me nursing.. but i guess i have no choice.. she's the one who helped me out on my nursing cover.


And the picture below is my very first nursing in public.  Our family attend our household meeting and my baby cries after 2 hour of feeding.  So right there.. my sisters helped me.  The one in the left is sis Norhan and at the right is sis Escie (she's our breastfeeding/ cloth diaper mentor).  -- yep! They are Jairus' tita mommy.  The importance of having a support group is something that cannot be neglected.  I am just so fortunate to have a lot.  Praise God!



During my son's 2nd month celebration. I go straight from work and feeling engorge that time i am just so glad that my son need to feed so i don't need to pump at all.  BTW, this also the time that i brought home 12 oz of milk for him after 8 hours of work.  Quite a lot compared to other pumping session i have. ^^



There are times that i really feel frustrated most especially when i think that i can't give him enough and hear someone tells me to switch to formula milk.  Luckily, all the worries paid off when i was able to have a stash of 50oz in just 11 days on top of breastfeeding.  True to what sis Escie says.. Commitment and Love.. will really give you more than what your son need.  During those times.. we exchange messages and she always remind me that it's pumping time.. lolz.  As a reward of being so masipag?!  Hubby gave me a fridge to go.. Just so happy receiving it.. yeah.

I know that it's not just the gift that matters.. it's the overflowing love that i can give my son.  I believe that i can still give more.

Go go go to 6 months baby.. Mommy can and mommy will provide.  Love you son.







PhotobucketStarting from the day i am into breastfeeding and until now, i only have 1 breast to support my son, which i can say is really providing enough for him. ^_^  I can get 5-6 oz of milk from my left and only 1/2-1oz from my right every pump.. still finding solution to increase the milk supply.   

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Sister Company 0 Comment


POSTED ON: SEPTEMBER 20, 2012 10:43 PM



Being sisters i know that we have a lot of things in common.  Having the same thoughts on most things, sharing clothes, sharing secrets and even having the same school from Nursery to College (taking same course and staying on the same dormitory.^^).  Growing up together is one of the best times of our lives not until Jairus and Marcus was born.

Only 19 days apart these two will surely capture our hearts forever.  I can say that the relationship i have with my sister right now is deeper.  Sharing thoughts on motherhood and even asking her to pump milk for my son whenever i need to go out (we are a milk machine but with her?! it's x2 of my supply.. haha) are just few of our bonding moments.  Gone are those days of playing toys together.  We are now into raising our own child. I am just so excited to see them grow.. play and go to school.

      

PhotobucketEvery moment with them is so priceless. Looking forward for more exciting moments.

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Love. love . LOVE 0 Comment





My 19 day old son during his pictorial with The Stork Studio.  Every shot was worth the wait.  Although he's not that cooperative and had some drama during the pictorial, Ms. Sofia captured a lot of good photo of him.. actually.. all photos are so good.
I am definitely doing this pictorial every 3 months of his 1st year.  

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Iam a nursing mom 0 Comment

POSTED ON: AUGUST 21, 2012 4:21 PM



During my pregnancy i am determined and certain with what i will give my baby.. my very own milk.  With the support of my family,  friends and most especially my husband.. i was able to push through with breastfeeding starting on the 3rd day my son was born.  Why 3rd day?!  I am very vocal to everyone that i will breastfeed my baby but unfortunately  when i opened my eyes in the hospital room i saw the box of formula milk beside my bed.  I am really disappointed but i cannot complain (i am not in myself that time) -- more than 24 hours of labor was not easy.

The moment I held my son when the nurse gave him to me.. i gave him the first taste of breastmilk.  But then he can't get hold of it.  Getting frustrated seeing him cry is one thing that made us very weak.. to give him another day of formula..


 One thing i am very thankful of is that i have a very supportive friend (Sis Escie) who from the day i got pregnant never  stopped from inspiring me to breastfeed my son.  She's the one who taught me all the necessary things i need to know about breastfeeding, how to store milk and how long will it last etc etc.  I can still remember the moment i told her "Ang hina ng milk ko.. 2 oz lang ako per pump.. i am not sure if baby is getting enough..."  She told me "Sis.. 2 oz?! Tas ilang araw ka pa lang.. ang lakas nyan "  And indeed she's right.  Currently i can pump a minimum of 3 oz. :)  

She gave me a book which helped me a lot starting from 1st day of breastfeeding and until now.

Like many first time mom.. i also had my own struggles while breastfeeding my son but thank God as of today.. nearing to 1 month of breastfeeding my son.. i can say that it gets better as time passed by.  A piece of advise.. don't let cracked/sore nipples stop you from breastfeeding.. it will heal in time.  Get your strength from your child because it is one thing that can push you to surpass the challenges.  Before you know it.. breastfeeding is just like a normal routine in your life.. a life changing routine.

 I am exclusively breastfeeding my son full time from morning till evening and give him expressed milk from 12mn till 6 am..

Having a support group while nursing your baby is very important.  I am lucky enough to have a family who believe in the power of breastfeeding.  My husband is my no. 1 supporter ^_^  The tap at the back that he always give me while i breastfeed is one thing that inspire me to give my child the best gift i can give him.

Here's my personal list on why we can all say "yes" to breastfeeding..  

 It gives you that mother-child bonding that no other formula milk can give.  As for me.. i always hold my son's hand whenever i breastfeed him.. It gives me that feeling of happiness whenever i see him near me.. feels so good being close to him.

 Many first time moms will say that it hurts..  Yes, it happens to me too.  The first 2 weeks are really painful.. not until you master practicing proper latching.  After 2 weeks.. breastfeeding is as easy as 1-2-3.  (Personally -- browsing the net is one thing i do the most whenever i have questions regarding breastfeeding -- it helps me a lot)

I only need to spend small amount on breast milk storage bag and the electricity that i needed for my pump.. way too low compared to the price of formula milk.

 It's the best thing that we can give our child.  Imagine a mother.. confident enough that his child is getting the most nutritious milk this world can offer.. her very own.






PhotobucketWhen i was a child my mom breastfed me from the day i was born.  And now as i do it to my son.. i am very thankful that i was able to experience the joy of being a nursing mom.   Moments with him is sooo priceless that i know i will treasure for the rest of my life.

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My pregnancy journey 0 Comment

POSTED ON: JULY 8, 2012 5:48 PM
POSTED ON: JULY 8, 2012 5:48 PM


I am really surprised how time passed by so fast that the next thing we know.. it's just almost 1 month away to see our most precious gift.. Photobucket Image Hosting I love to take photo on  everything that we do.. most especially those moments together with the 'daddy to be'.  Here are some photos we had from 1st month to 6th month of my pregnancy.. 



Thomson Women's Clinic - this is where we confirmed that Baby J is inside my tummy.  haha.  I am still doubtful with 2 pregnancy test.  I had a very hard time during the first 3 months of my pregnancy.  Instead of gaining weight i loose 3 kg.  that is why every time i want something, Lucky cannot say no ^_^ (to my delight) lol.  


After only a month of knowing that we are having a baby.. my sister spilled the news that baby J will have a cousin, baby ME.  Only 1 month apart.. it's like we're having twins.  Everyone, most especially my dad was so thrilled when we told them.






Our very first baby fair in Takashimaya.  Just so excited that i bought the Graco playard.  hihi.  It's like i am taking the opportunity while Daddy J keeps on saying YES. lol.


MRT madness.  Very seldom during my first trimester that someone will offer their seat to me that is why Lucky often accompany me.



Just the normal us.  Aside from the usual things that we do as sisters.. now we have this special kind of bonding.  I can still remember when i found out that i am pregnant my sister took care of me by carrying the basket when we went to the market.. the two of us still unaware that she is pregnant.  After a few weeks we just let our husband do the marketing. ^_^






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It's a boy 0 Comment


POSTED ON: APRIL 17, 2012 12:22 AM


April 3, 2012 -- the moment we've been waiting for. Lucky and I went to Thomson Hospital for my detailed scan. The excitement to confirm if it's a boy or a girl is still there, although Lucky knew from the very start that it is a boy. haha..

And when the doctor says "oh, so proud to be a boy" -- haha.. I think a tear fell in my eye that time.. Soo happy. And when i saw him opening his mouth.. Aw. such a cutie. He have a chubby cheeks..

A healthy baby boy inside mommy's tummy. And he loves to kick every night. Daddy Lucky loves to hold my tummy and feel baby's movement. Such an amazing feeling.


PhotobucketEveryday we feel so blessed having this little angel. Can't wait to hold him.. I thank God every day for keeping him healthy.



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Excited Mommy 0 Comment


POSTED ON: MARCH 19, 2012 12:26 AM

I went to our monthly household meeting for Couple's for Christ during the 1st Saturday of the Month. Aside from more than 3 hours of fellowship.. i have another agenda that day :) To reserve some baby stuffs from sis Escie (Cherub's nest).


I got the following stuffs from her:

 Next9 Ring Sling includes 1 ring sling and instructional video. It can be adjusted based on baby's size and weight. It can support baby's weight up to 35 lbs.

 Saya Versa Tek Baby Carrier This carrier can be used from new born to toddler. 2 sling support distributes baby's weight evenly.

 Next9 Tushy Wushy Cloth Diaper with adjustable buttons that allow your diaper to grow with your baby. **Diapers and inserts are made of fleece material which is highly breathable, lightweight, can withstand industrial washing/drying, virtually stai-proof, chlorine-resistant, and fast drying fabric.

 Boncho Nursing Cover Wear in 14 amazing ways nursing or not :)

 Tiny Tots Hold It Bib

 Next9 Nursing Cover

 I got the details of the product from Cherubs Nest website ^_^


Photobucket Everyday feels so different seeing my tummy grow bigger. I am just so excited together with my hubby to see our baby soon. Impulsive as i used to be.. everything is planned until our baby's 1st bday. hihi.. Although i am focusing more on my delivery day, i still have a lot of things in my mind. Sharing this moment with my hubby is a lot overwhelming than i thought. He's very supportive of everything. I am just so happy seeing him so excited as well :) Can't wait to see our baby.. On April 3, we will know the gender.. and i am just so thrilled to know..




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From the eyes of an Angel


This blog is about
everything and anything
about my life and people around me.

Iam GRACE.
My name came from a princess.
But i know that i am not.
I do enjoy simple life.
I love to travel the world.
I am a sensitive person.
But someone who can get along well.
I am so loving the pressures.
I do at sometimes focus my mind to what i've been wanting for so long.
I am Gracey. A career woman. A daughter. A sister. A wife to a loving husband Lucky.

Know Me With This Fact

I AM BORN TO LIVE LIFE.

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