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We’re now in the middle of December. It’s the holiday season! Our festivities and mini get-togethers have actually started last week and will end maybe until the first week of January. 🙂 Eating too much food more frequent than I do in my diet makes me feel less than stellar. If you’ve feasted on lots of food and are thinking of a reset, or are in the mood for a pre-holiday cleanse, this post is for you.

Resorting to a crash diet or hours upon hours of exercise to get back on track is not totally necessary. Our body can heal itself, and we can make healthy holidays possible with a few gentle ways with Klenzol. Here are 3 reasons why you should try it:

1. All-in-one, all-natural detox product

Klenzcol is a healthy drink for a healthy colon. It contains all-natural ingredients which will only do good for the body. These are food we’re familiar with: apple, guava, kiwi, cabbage, green peas, oat bran, and more–not some chemicals we can’t even read and decipher. I don’t have the time to buy all these food items and take them with my daily meals, so having an all-in-one natural cleansing product designed to get rid of toxins and unwanted matter sounds efficient!

2. Easy to drink

Without enough fiber in our diet, microbes start to gobble up the mucus barrier in the gut as an alternative food source. With one sachet of Klenzcol dissolved in 150 ml of water, I can keep up with fiber intake requirement instantly. It contains the fiber equivalent of 12 carrots, 7 bananas, or 3 heads of lettuce. Wow! Love that this drink contains probiotics, too, which help flush out congested waste from the digestive tract. It is easy to take for the entire family, and even for kids. It’s also FDA-registered, so no worries.

The recommendation is to take it 15 minutes before a heavy meal. Just dissolve in lukewarm water (not too hot and not too cold). Hot water may “kill” the enzymes present in Klenzcol, while cold water tends to form a jelly consistency that’s not easy to drink. So what I do is to mix in with lukewarm water, and then once the powder is dissolved, I add ice! I usually drink it before dinner every other day. Tip: Add honey as a natural sweetener for added flavor.

3. No bloated feeling

It doesn’t work like a laxative so there won’t be any feeling of a bloated stomach, having a swollen abdomen, or any “accidents” if you take it. What it will do is make you go more quickly following your usual routine.

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Wrap Up

Having “healthy holidays” may seem impossible, as all that party food and takeaway can have consequences for our gut health. Between after-work events with coworkers and meals and festive chaos with family and close friends, it’s no surprise that our bodies will need a detox at some point.

With Klenzcol, you can still prioritize wellness and enjoy all your favorite holiday food without the guilt or the stress. This is not a full detox—and it’s not difficult; it’s just a way to eat a little bit cleaner and more mindfully. Drinking it to cleanse regularly may just be the secret to give yourself permission to indulge, without sacrificing nutrition and your defense systems in the gut. Take care! 🙂

Klenzcol Price

Original SRP: P650 for each box of Klenzcol and P2,600 for a bundle of 4.

For more details, please visit and follow The Wellness Choice on Instagram.

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Taking a photo of your eyes – or anyone else’s – is no easy task. We’re sure you’ve probably already tried at some point in your life and failed, but hey! Others have done it too, there’s no way you can’t. 

Good news is that the world of photography is advanced and ever improving – you can now take amazing professional level photos just from your phone. This also means that there’s no better time for you to try your hand at close-up photography than now.

It’s as easy as taking a shot with the right settings and then posting it online using selfie captions from Facetune2. All you need is your phone camera, a steady hand, and the right knowledge. Let’s get into it. 

1. The Equipment 

Thanks to great mobile photography technology, you won’t really need a lot of extra equipment to take a photo of the eyes, but you will need to make sure that whatever you have can deliver the quality you want. 

In case you think the camera itself isn’t enough, you can invest in macro lens attachments for your phone camera. You might also need some lighting equipment and a tripod if you want some really professional level photos. 

While the macro lens will help ensure great quality photos of the eyes, the tripod will help you keep your camera still. 

This is important because the eyes have a tendency to move all over the place to focus on a scene, and this can be a huge problem if you’re asking the subject to look straight into the camera. Any minor movement that wouldn’t have originally mattered will have the eyes moving to keep the focus on the camera, which in turn will result in blurred photos. 

2. The Light

There are several ways to handle the lighting of a photograph like this, from natural light to strobes. What you choose depends on how much experience you have with this kind of photography and what results you want. 

Natural light is of course almost always the best choice, but it won’t help if you want the light to be falling straight into the subject’s eyes – we don’t think standing out in the sun or looking directly at it is easy or suggestible. On the other hand, some soft lighting in a room in the afternoon or at sunset can bring out some amazing colors in someone’s eyes. 

On the other hand, soft artificial light is available all the time and can be better controlled – your shoot won’t suffer for any rainy days and cloudy weather. It might be more damaging to the eyes though, and they might get red which is why frequent breaks are essential. 

Strobes and flashes are the trickiest when it comes to photographing the eyes. This is because we have a tendency to blink or close our eyes when faced with bright and flashy lighting, and with good reason. 

3. The Pose and Position 

If you want an interesting photo, you can ask your subject to focus on something far away and try different angles. Posing and the position doesn’t really matter much in other cases, since there aren’t too many poses you can make with your eyes! All you need to care about is making sure the light brings out the irises just right, and that you’re using the right camera settings. 

If your subject has trouble keeping their eyes still, you can try the burst shot feature that is common in many phones. You can even try taking a photo of both the eyes in an HDR shot. 

While taking the photo with a phone, you also need to make sure it focuses right – but you can easily do that by clicking on the spot in the photo you want you camera to focus on. In this case, the irises. 

While cleaning may not be your favorite pastime, a few minutes spent disinfecting areas at home and in the workplace can go a long way to keep everyone safe and healthy. We’re fortunate to have helpers at home who routinely clean the surfaces like floors, walls, windows, tables, counters, etc. and sanitize items we mostly often use at least every other two days.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in 2020, antibacterial and organic disinfecting wipes have become even more popular, with an increasing number of homes and organizations utilizing them to maintain their premises free of bacteria and viruses. Recently, I came across Two Little Ducks on Instagram and found their products interesting. They sell pure water wipes made out of 99.9% hospital-grade water (the remaining 0.1% are natural preservatives). These are not only safe for babies but also great for general home use. Here are other reasons why you should check out their brand, too.

Two Little Ducks Products for Babies and Parents On the Go

1. Biodegradable

The biodegradable and flushable qualities of wipes have recently been established as a benefit of antibacterial wipes. Versus traditional wipes that are often made out of fabric and plastic binders, Two Little Ducks’ pure water wipes are made of 100% renewable fiber. This means that they don’t shed down and find their way into marine environment and human food chains. These eco-friendly wipes can be easily disposed of without causing any harm to the environment. The superb flushable feature also means that the surface disinfectant wipes can be flushed without the worry of your toilets or pipes becoming blocked as they now contain the right properties to be flushable.

2. Organic

These wipes are efficient in cleaning surfaces for sure, but another thing that made me say yes to using “baby water wipes” is that they’re made of organic ingredients. These wipes do not contain harsh chemicals including endocrine-disrupting phthalates and parabens. The extracts are certified organic by EcoCert and they’re also hypoallergenic, suitable for baby’s skin.

3. Multi-Use

These wipes are perfect for diaper changes and cleaning up messes of a growing, exploring baby. Aside from that, they can be used to clean down kitchen surfaces, knobs, pet areas, toilets, packages, work desks or just wiping your hands and even wood and clothes. They work as well as disinfectant wipes for cleaning down dirty surfaces as they do not leave behind any residue such as grease or grime after use. This will leave your surfaces much cleaner and free from micro-organisms.

4. Easy to Use and Carry Anywhere

Two Little Ducks’ disinfecting wipes also have the advantage of being simple and quick to use. Using surface disinfectant wipes, whether you’re wiping down work surfaces after a long day at the office or cleaning kitchen counters, you’ll be able to get the job done quickly and efficiently. These wipes are also simple to store and transport, allowing them to be utilized at any time and in any location.

As the quarantine period drags on, are you scouring the house (or the internet) for cleaning solutions? Make sure the disinfectant or antibacterial wipes you’re using are the real deal before you start wiping surfaces with them. Two Little Ducks quality products offer a peace of mind for the little ones and also for adults.

These disinfecting wipes are proven safe on hands and skin in a March 2020 SGS Test Report and also safe to use on multiple surfaces. Still, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), washing your hands with soap and water regularly is  one of the best ways to defend against COVID-19. Practicing social distancing and good personal hygiene are also as important.

Other great products of Two Little Ducks for babies and toddlers are their mosquito repellent, hand sanitizing gel, after-poo no-smell spray, and hand and surface disinfectant cleaner. These are available in Shopee, Lazada, and online resellers.

Located in Yakal and Malugay Streets, Brgy. San Antonio, Makati City, SMDC Air Residences gives you a privileged lifestyle combining a convenient location with the luxurious comfort of its signature amenities. I recently had my unit turned over and spent almost a month prepping it to be fully furnished for the benefit of tenants who are looking for a quick and ready move-in. If you’re wondering where it is, AIR Residences is just beside The Rise Makati and Makati City Central Fire Station.

Here’s a tour of the 26.35 sqm-1 bedroom with balcony unit at AIR, and below are the top five benefits of renting this property.

Top 5 Benefits of Renting this 1 Bedroom Unit at AIR Residences, Makati

1. It’s fully furnished. Move in immediately without the hassle of buying your own pieces of furniture, appliances, storage spaces, and other basic home items. Everything is brand new and you’ll be the first one to use and experience them! This unit is good enough for two people to live in.

UNIT INCLUSIONS:

⚫ Kitchen: Overhead and under-counter kitchen cabinets, Electric cook top, Range hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Kettle

⚫ Bedroom: Air conditioning unit, Bed, Wardrobe cabinet, Hanging shelves and cabinets, Moving desk (work table), Chair, Blackout curtains, Tri-color ceiling light

⚫ Living and dining area: Sofa bed, Hanging shelves and cabinets, Side table, Dining chairs, Intercom, Ceiling fan and light, Mirror

⚫ Bathroom: Hanging cabinet, Shower, Heater, Bidet, Towel rack, Toiletry rack, Mirror, Tissue paper holder

2. It’s near the Makati business center. AIR Residences is just a stone’s throw away from the financial hub and corporate offices. Whether you’re working in Makati, BGC, Taguig, or anywhere near, or are working from home right now, living in this condominium unit can suit your lifestyle. The location also gives you easy access to groceries, restaurants, medical facilities, public transportation, and other retail options.

3. There’s a lot of amenities and facilities. Visit the seventh and eighth floors and you’ll be wowed with the wide variety of amenities like swimming pools, a pool table, billiards, table tennis play areas, a kid’s playground, a sports and yoga terrace, and fitness gyms. For those who want to host some parties, there will also be a barbecue terrace that looks out to the landscaped garden areas, dotted with lounges where one can pass time. All are well maintained and clean, with kind workers cleaning the surfaces round the clock.

Per the plan (not yet finished because of the pandemic), there will be a built-in mall which will be called the “Air Mall” so that residents won’t have to worry about being isolated. Literally, everything you’ll need is an arm’s reach. Beside Air Residences stands The Rise Makati, which also has a mall on the ground floor (Assembly Grounds) with stores and restaurants that are walking distance away.

4. AIR Residences has tight security. Guards are everywhere and there are adequate security cameras in every floor. Guests are asked for the purpose of visit and are also checked/surveyed following health protocols before allowed to enter. CCTV systems, intercom setups, and other security measures are posted in key areas to ensure the safety of the residents.

5. AIR Residences shouts “attainable luxury.” The luxurious reception area/lobby itself is an easy proof. The external landscape reflects an elite and thoughtfully planned environment, designed by ALN (Adrian L. Norman Limited), a Hong Kong-based firm that is renowned in the fields of landscape architecture, urban design and master-planning. There’s no need to travel far to feel like living in a hotel. Here, you get to stay in a minimalist, chic haven at the heart of Makati City.

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Wrap Up

Living or renting in a condo unit in Makati has become a highly popular residential option, thanks to the unparalleled convenience and benefits the lifestyle it offers. As a tenant of this unit at Air Residences, you can enjoy the full benefits in terms of using the facilities and having security measures where you live. Location is accessible and strategic, pretty much in close proximity with the shopping malls, supermarkets, hospitals, banks, and the like.

If you’re interested to rent this 1 bedroom unit, get in touch with me at rochkirstin@yahoo.com to arrange viewing of the actual unit.

Regardless of whether you just bought your home or staying there for quite some time, home support and regular maintenance are considered a must. It is an unavoidable method especially when you already have your place to stay because it can guarantee that every room and furniture in your home are properly protected, secure, and away from harmful termites and substances.

Some people are keen on changing the designs and theme of their place based on what is in trend or being featured in magazines and online home design forums. This site has more ideas about different types of home designs and other DIY projects that you can enjoy with your kids and loved ones at home.

They may sound expensive for some because it may require major repainting or buying a new set of furniture but it can be a great help for people who have the hobby of keeping their house clean, secured, and attractive.

There is no guarantee that regular checking of the appliances and furniture will prevent home issues in the long haul, however customary upkeep and regular minor fixes will give you the chance to make your minor redesigns more bearable that have the potential to expand the worth of your home. While making it a more comfortable living space for everyone in your household.

Home upkeep, in this example, doesn’t allude to general, regular assignments like cleaning and cultivating – rather, errands that might be considered as hectic and demanding when the time comes. It requires regular checking of your home systems and keeping your outdoor set up in good condition.

Proper Maintenance of Your Patio

Doing proper maintenance and home cleaning support undertakings as soon as possible is significant for various reasons. First and foremost, you will guarantee that you are living and sleeping in a protected and well-designed house that can stand typhoons, storms, and other natural calamities.

In line with this, there are still some individuals who are torn about whether to build a garden or a patio in their backyard. This link: https://blog.nationwide.com provides a great comparison between a deck and a patio and which one is suitable for the type of family that you have.

This is also one of the main reasons why a huge umbrella on your patio can keep everyone dry during the rainy season or even more comfortable during the summer season because it blocks the direct sunlight that is hitting your place. This is why a lot of homeowners are investing in good quality patio umbrellas to keep their area dry and comfortable.

You will likewise save time and keep an adaptable timetable in the event that you take into consideration your checklist for proper home maintenance and keep everyone engaged in taking good care of themselves and your entire household.

While there’s a lot of contractors and companies that offer home check-up services, it can be booked and worked around because of the non-earnest nature of some repairs issues and fixes, trusting that an issue will turn out to be more genuine will imply that you need to move your timetable around, to deal with it straight away.

The last point would be the integrity and value of your home. Doing proper home maintenance, such as looking after your patio furniture, will straightforwardly expand the worth of your home. This may be beneficial for many, especially if they want to buy a new house in the near future. Selling it to a more reasonable price can help them pay for the new home that they are going to buy.

Regardless of whether you are thinking about offering your home or intending to remain for your grandkids and great-grandkids, expanding the worth of your house is helpful for everyone. Any home evaluation and examinations that are completed will bring about higher valuations in case you will sell your place soon.

Choosing The Right Furniture

If you are a small family consisting of 2 kids, you can opt for a smaller patio set up to maximize the remaining space for cooking and playing. However, if you are a big household consisting of 5 or more members you may opt for a patio furniture 7 piece set to be able to accommodate everyone.

Moreover, some owners prefer wooden pieces of furniture rather than metal ones. They feel that it is more comfortable and breathable rather than sitting in metal chairs and sofa sets. You can also add more pillows to increase comfort when you are staying there.

Additionally, buying a centerpiece such as a table or any design can also add to the appearance of your patio. Always remember that you do not need to buy expensive home furniture just to feel secured and comfortable.

Here’s a list of our most useful home gadgets which we appreciated more this 2020, since we just mostly stayed at home. General community quarantine in Metro Manila feels like forever, and no one knows when the lockdown in the Philippines and in the world will fully be lifted. Meanwhile, the best we can do is to stay safe and discover new hobbies, likes, and enjoy life’s little pleasures in our own ways.

These innovative products below have helped us in our daily routines, offering ease, convenience, and peace of mind. If you’re interested to try out new items while stuck at home, check out our favorites and see which smart home products and gadgets to include next in your shopping list.

Cool Gadgets at Home: Top 18 Innovative Products We Swear By

1. Ogawa Tapping Foottee Foot Reflexology Therapy 

The Ogawa Tapping Foottee has a complete range of massage that stimulates blood flow comprehensively, improving ligament and muscular recovery rate, and reducing the effects of fatigue and stress degradation.

My husband purchased this primarily for its signature tapping massage which stimulates the movement of tap dance focusing on the heel. There’s also a feeling of rolling motion to leave you feeling relaxed and boosted right away.

There are three auto programs to suit different needs: relax, restore, and rejuvenate. Inside, there’s an airbag and also a heater to warm feet and effectively relieve muscle tensions.

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2. Portable Eye Massager

After a long day at work with eyes stuck on the computer screen, my eyes need rest and relaxation. This portable eye massager helps with that. It massages the muscles around the eyes with gentle motions covering the acupoints to relieve visual fatigue and alleviate headache.

This eye massager is ergonomically designed for maximum comfort. Three modes can be switched freely: sleep mode, vibration mode and vitality mode.

3. 3D Electric Head Massager Helmet

It looks pretty scary like something for torture, but it’s really a wonder. 🙂 It vibrates but not scratching, hammering, or rolling motions. Not painful at all. Next-level genius!

This head massage helmet can ease headaches and can feel like a human massage by using air for pressure points and vibration combined with heat. It has 4 relaxing programs: deep massage, vibration, heat and music. You can choose which options to use and which to not use with a remote control, or choose to use all four at once. There are many options and settings in this helmet, even for heat and music.

The size is adjustable. You can make it smaller or bigger to fit your head’s size. It’s literally a helmet that you can wear it while walking, reading or resting at home.

4. Massage Gun

The massage gun which has been trending on Lazada and Shopee this year may look like a power drill at first glance (it sounds like one too!), but it’s actually a great muscle recovery tool. My brother-in-law first bought a massage gun from Amazon. We borrowed it for days and decided to buy our own from Lazada.

What it offers is vibration therapy which is like rapid bursts of pressure into your body’s muscle tissue. It can hyper-target a specific problem area to treat muscle soreness by increasing the blood flow which can help reduce inflammation and muscle tension. The package comes with different massage heads for different massage options (attachments). You can also adjust the speed to your liking. Super sleek and profesh-looking!

5. PowerCube

This smart power source includes four AC outlets and two USB ports, in one of the most compact forms on the market. It’s power-surge protected and takes up less space than a strip on a workshop or countertop. The outlets are configured, so there’s no competition for charging space.

We use a PowerCube in our kitchen as a modular solution to connect and handle our electronic devices: air fryer, kettle, blender, and rice cooker. We also use it to charge our phones when we’re busy in the kitchen.

6. Xiaomi Bebird T5 Smart Visual Ear Stick Earwax Remover

Cleaning your ears can be fun and smart. It’s a high-precision in-ear visual pick tool that comes up with 3-axis directional gyroscope and a resolution of two mega-pixel with LED light for more reachable and convenient cleaning in your ears. It has a high-end WiFi chip and fast auto-connection with the mobile app after first-time successful connection. The battery power can last about 30 days for ten-minute use per day, but practically speaking, we only use it maximum once a week.

7. Google Nest Smart Speakers & Displays

Google Nest Smart Speakers & Displays enable users to control over 50,000 smart home devices not limited to only TVs, lights, and appliance and plugs, but also remote controls, thermostats, and more.

This is super useful on times when we don’t want to get up from the bed anymore just to turn off the lights before going to sleep. Other great scenarios are turning the TV socket and TV on using voice commands and setting up a routine by scheduling to turn off the air conditioner at a specific time and turn on the electric fan afterwards.

8. Xiaomi Liven G-5 Oil-free Air Fryer 2.5L

At last, we don’t need to fry food with too much oil! Is it really healthier? As Webmd.com states, “by most measures, air frying is healthier than frying in oil. It cuts calories by 70% to 80% and has a lot less fat. This cooking method might also cut down on some of the other harmful effects of oil frying.”

Another reason why we love using the air fryer is that we don’t need to keep on checking on food while cooking it. With the built-in temperature control and timer, we can just set the temperature and duration (up to 60 minutes) to make food. This air fryer has a pull-out split basket, so it’s easy to clean. It has a rear cooling system and a non-slip matte texture. We definitely recommend this!

9. Fire TV Stick 4K With All-New Alexa Voice Remote

This comes with an Alexa-enabled voice remote out of the box, making it the best budget-friendly media streamer you can buy. It saves time to type letters one by one when searching for movie titles, YouTube videos, actor and director names, and popular TV series.

This handy voice remote has the power of fast-performance voice search and the design is pretty basic. At the center is a round direction pad with a large select button. It has a mic button and a pinhole mic that sits above the pad with a power button. Other buttons are the menu and playback controls, volume rocker, and a mute button.

10. Nutribullet

We bought our Nutribullet two years ago and have been using it every single day to make our baby’s blended food, our smoothies, soups, dips, sauces, and more. It’s very versatile, easy to use (just push, twist, and blend) and provides excellent support in the kitchen.

The 12-piece set includes 1 High-torque Power Base, 1 Extractor Blade, 1 Milling Blade, 1 Tall Cup, 2 Short Cups, 1 Handled Lip Ring, 1 Regular Lip Ring, 2 Stay-fresh Resealable Lids, 1 User Manual & Cookbook, and a Pocket Nutritionist.

Caring and cleaning is hassle-free. Twist off the blade, rinse with soap and water, and put the cups on a dry surface.

11. Haylou Smartwatch 

This is one of the most affordable and reliable smartwatches I’ve seen that’s available on Lazada. I used to wear my Xiaomi Mi Band 2 all the time but wanted a larger display. The HayLou LS02 Smartwatch has a better interface, and it has great smart features like sms and Messenger notifications (when connected with smartphone via BlueTooth), optical heart rate sensor, accelerometer, sleep monitoring, and breathing guide for meditation or relaxation. It fits me comfortably and the battery lasts long (about a month).

I also like that it’s fully-equipped with an IP68 dustproof and has a water-resistant capability that can still work in sweat and splashing water. This smartwatch only costs around P1,000 and sometimes it goes on sale below P1,000. For such a cheap cost, you just can’t go wrong! I wear it every day. 🙂

12. Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Cleaner

The Mi Robot Vacuum Cleaner is probably our most used appliance for the entire house. Splurge-worthy! It has a laser sensor which does a fantastic job routing around objects in every room. It’s able to create a 3D virtual map for cleaning runs. Best of all, it cleans the floors even when we’re not around because of its intelligent time scheduling feature. We just select the rooms for the smart vacuum to clean via a mobile app with nothing to worry about later. With the app, you can also monitor its progress in real time.

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The main filter and brush of the Xiaomi Mi Robot are washable, so you won’t have to change them or buy new ones frequently. The filter is usually good for about 150 hours of cleaning time, and the brushes need to be changed after 300 hours. For our household, it’s still okay for about 6-8 months before a replacement is necessary.

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13. Xiaomi Mijia Oral Water Dental Flosser (Oral Irrigator / Water Pick)

OH MY GOD! Another game changer! I never knew I needed something like this for dental care. I wasn’t familiar with it before using it. I liked it after the first try and thought it’s a must-buy and a must-have in every home. 🙂 A water flosser like the MIJIA water flosser system allows you to get into the crevices often missed by regular dental floss and gargling. This is a truly revolutionary tool will help you optimize your dental health and have a brighter, more beautiful smile than you ever thought possible.

The various modes and nozzles of the Xiaomi Mijia Oral Water Dental Flosser offer a wide variety of uses for different types of users: daily, orthodontic, tongue coating cleaning and periodontal pocket. The reservoir holds 200ml of water (equivalent to 15 seconds of use), and it’s a removable tank too, so it’s super easy to clean. With a slim, easy-to-hold handle, depending on the setting you use, the battery can last anywhere from one to three weeks on a single charge. Absolutely incredible.

14. Philips Sonicare Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush

Like the water dental floss, using an electronic toothbrush was something I didn’t believe in until I had my first try. This is the best thing you never knew you needed. I used to feel scared and didn’t like the feeling of automatic fast brush movements on my teeth.

After my husband’s strong convincing plus our dentist’s recommendation, I finally gave it another chance and since then, I never used my old manual toothbrush again. 🙂 This rechargeable toothbrush really delivers superior cleaning.

Philips Sonicare’s advanced technology pulses fluid between the teeth and along the gum-line whilst sonic brush-strokes gently and effectively remove plaque to improve gum health. Its claim: “Sonicare smart brushes deliver up to 62,000 brush movements per minute, giving you the equivalent results of a whole month’s worth of manual brushing in just two minutes.

15. Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier

Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier is a great investment to have at home especially these days in COVID times. We have one Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier in each bedroom to make sure that our air at home is clean without foul odor, pollen, dust, viruses, harmful gases, small hairs, and other unwanted particles.

The OLED touch screen display is very helpful so we can see the air quality at once and even at night. Room air quality data and the purifier’s operational status are all displayed clearly. Using the Mi Home app, we can keep track of the air quality at all times even when we’re out. It also supports Google Assistant so we can connect it to our Google Home’s smart AI voice control.

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16. Huawei FreeBuds 3

The Huawei FreeBuds 3 is my first earphones with intelligent noise cancellation. I love it because it’s comfortable and stable wearing. It delivers a stable, fast Bluetooth connection, as well as an accurate audio and video synchronization. Games are more fun and videos are more immersive.

As for the battery life, it uses a low-power Bluetooth chip for reduced power consumption and long battery life. A single charge gives users about 2.5 hours of voice calls or about 4 hours of continuous music playback. Used in conjunction with the charging case, this extends to more than 12 hours of calls and 20 hours of music playback.

We had a house helper who vacuumed our sofas and dining chairs for more than two hours. This made me really test the Huawei FreeBuds 3’s noise reduction capacity. Over the vacuum noise, the sound of the video I was watching was clearer but I could still hear the loud vacuum in the background. Connection to my Huawei p20 pro is very easy and fast. Latency is also great, no delay when using YouTube and Netflix.

17. Xiaomi Mijia Bedside Lamp

This bedside lamp looks minimalist and elegant. It has multiple intelligent controls and works with our Mi Home and Google Home. We can change the light to another color and set the brightness through the app. The touch panel is also sensitive enough and makes it convenient for operation at night: short press to switch lights, slide up and down to adjust brightness, and long press delay to turn off the light. Even our two-year-old baby knows how to use it!

18. BioBidet USPA 6800 Adjustable Bidet Toilet Seat

The USPA Bidet Toilet Seat has finally been installed in our toilet yesterday. We ordered it online from a seller on Facebook.

USPA is one of the most reputable and recognizable names in the global bidet seat industry. It’s a top-of-the-line electronic bidet seat both in terms of quality construction and aesthetics. From its attractive, piano black styling stripe to its classic beveled edges, the USPA toilet seat bidet is sure to impress.

We’re big fans of Japan’s toilet seat. The BioBidet USPA 6800 works similarly. It has all the features you’ve love: posterior & feminine wash, oscillating & pulsating, heated seat, warm air dry, kid’s wash, and the IIP (Intensive Impulse Pulsation). It comes with a remote control with mounting bracket so you can see the current settings and selections on the LCD window. You can use the wireless handheld remote for the most satisfying experience.

The USPA 6800 has two separate nozzles that are both removable for easy replacement or cleaning. The feminine nozzle consists of 7 nozzle holes for a more dispersed water flow that results in a gentle wash. The posterior nozzle doubles as the IIP wash feature for optimum cleansing. The Intensive Impulse Pulsation wash assists with relieving conditions such as constipation by using bursts of water to stimulate bowel movement naturally.

The arrival of a baby is a special occasion for parents and family. Just as stars make the otherwise plain sky look beautiful, so do children in the life of parents. Therefore, parents are incredibly excited about birth announcements.

Parents tend to start planning for disclosing this important news as soon as they get to know about the healthy pregnancy. The announcement of second and subsequent children is comparatively more straightforward. However, first-time parents are very nervous about how to go ahead with it. In this article, we give you ideas on how to plan the birth announcement.

Decide a Date of Announcement

One of the first and foremost things to decide is when to announce the birth. It can be announced before the delivery takes place by telling your friends and family the expected date. However, this is usually not always right.

One should wait until birth and then announce it to people. The expected date should only be disclosed to close family members so that they can be there if the need arises. You can send the expected date first to people that are important to you—afterward, a general message to all your acquaintances.

Mode of announcement

The next step is the way to go through with the revelation. Today, there are several methods available through which you can tell people about the arrival of a person that will mean more to you than yourself.

The first way is the traditional one. One of the parents or family members picks up the phone and starts dialing numbers. This way can be adopted to announce it to immediate family members and other extremely special people in your life. However, it is very time-consuming. One will have to repeat the same thing to all the people.

Another way is to use social media. Social media has made everything easier. You will only have to put up a post announcing the arrival of a baby, and there you go. It will reach all the people on your friend list. You can also tag people that you want to get to know quickly. You can also make a photo birth announcement by sharing a photo of the baby.

Another classic way is sending out cards with messages of the arrival of a baby. It is not an economical way, but if your budget allows, this can be considered.

Throwing a party

After the initial announcement, you can arrange a small party. This will act as a celebratory party with lots of fun after your return from the hospital. This way, you can avoid people visiting you for several days by inviting them at once. This party will also help you connect with your parents and take advice from them in case you need it.

Conclusion

A birth announcement is a significant event in a couple’s life. It is one of the most anticipated days. Therefore, making it memorable is very important. You must start planning for it early on so that when the time to execute all the things arise, you are ready for it.