“Make Sleep Health a Priority.” Mr. Big PIllow Philippines leads the charge and celebrates all things sleep and comfort.

The country’s top lifestyle influencers and opinion leaders gathered at the concourse of SM Makati last March 15 to get the lowdown on proper sleep health and be updated on Mr. Big’s products that promise to help us improve our collective sleep quotient.  

Decoding Comfort

Mr.Big Pillow is your armor against all forms of stress because it focuses on decoding and creating physical comfort by improving your sleep. They design pillows, mattresses, and other comfort tools based on human anthropometry data and sleep behavior. Their goal? To make products that are user-friendly, safe, and ergonomically comfortable.

The Ergo-Comfort Products For Better Sleep Health

Normal pillows are simply bed ornaments or bed givens, but the products of Mr. Big Pillow are ergonomic, comfortable, and scientifically designed for comfort and health. They support muscles, promote proper posture, ensure alignment, and are made with materials that create an ultra-comfortable micro-climate. 

Today, Mr. Big Pillow is celebrating World Sleep Day by putting its ergo-comfort products at the forefront of sleep expertise:

The Mr. Big Bodyscale Pillows come in various sizes based on the user's weight, height, and sleep posture. It fits well to the shape of the head and neck, and it’s firm enough for your head’s weight and shoulder width. Clients undergo a Best-Fit analysis through an app to find out the pillow recommendation best suited for them. 

The Mr. Big Ortho-Series Pillows are self-adjustable pillows with high-precision curves and edges that snuggly fit your head, neck, and shoulders. They come with adjustable pads for a personalized fit.

The Mr. Big Latex Pillows are handmade by local farmers using material locally sourced. These latex pillows are made from sustainable plants.

The Mr. Big Travel Pillows are ergonomically designed to make you travel in comfort. They are made with 80% recycled materials.

The Mr. Big Body Pillows are soft body-sized pillows that contour to your body for complete side-sleeping support. You rest your arms, leg, torso, or hip on it to get ultimate support and feel more comfortable in your favorite sleeping position

Mr. Big Positioning Pillows are specially designed to support and align your spine and care for your overall posture if you have specific ailments. They can come in unique forms, like the Nine Pillow, which supports key parts of your body simultaneously, the Gerd Pillow, which comforts and elevates your upper body at an appropriate angle to mitigate the effect of acid reflux, and the Leg Pillow, which supports your thighs and knees, lessening the pressure on your knees and strain on your back muscles.

Mr. Big Pillow Is Expert- and Advocate-Approved

Osteopath Dr. JP Prado confirms the need to “Make Sleep Health a Priority.” Of the three pillars of health: exercise, nutrition, and sleep/recovery, sleep is the most important,” he says. “You can not eat food for over a week and live, just 3 days without sleep would already do permanent brain damage.” Dr. Prado adds that Mr. Big Pillows checks all the boxes of good quality pillows: “Not only do they have prescription sizing for bespoke comfort and custom neutral spine, but their fiber pillows are washable and can be disinfected preventing chronic rhinitis and sinus infection.”

Mr. Big Pillow brand ambassador Stephanie Zubiri is impressed with the technologies behind the bespoke comfort that Mr. Big ensures. Personally, she does not take sleep lightly, so Mr. Big Pillows' ergonomic offerings align perfectly with her lifestyle and needs. “As a side sleeper, my neck and hips always suffer. I often wake up with a stiff neck or have tension headaches later in the day. Mr. Big pillows gives me the support I need to wake up feeling great and free from aches and pains!!”

Mr. Big Brand Ambassador Stephanie Zubiri

Quality Sleep Is Now Within Reach 

Finally, all Filipinos can sleep better with Mr. Big. In fact, an impressive collection of Mr. Big Pillow is already available in the country and soon, their other ergo-comfort line of products like their mattresses, duvets, and toppers will be available on Philippine shores, too, to provide ergo-comfort for Filipino sleepers everywhere. With proper sleep health, we can rest assured that Filipinos are getting the quality sleep we so need and deserve. 

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Mr. Big Pillow is available in the following SM branches: Makati, Mall of Asia, Megamall, North Edsa, Las Pinas, Aura, Estancia, Cubao, Clark, Cebu, JMall, Bacolod and Lanang. 

Follow them on their social media pages:

Instagram: mrbigpillow.ph 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrbigphilippines 
Tiktok: mrbigpillow.ph 

Consortium of innovators paves the way to make a quantum secure future accessible to all

As you all know, laundry is a huge part of every mom's life. As they say, everyone may leave you but your laundry - NEVER!  And with this, just like finding a life partner, choosing a dependable washing machine that's efficient and economical as well is key to an easy-breezy laundry task.

Let me share my experience and review using the EVEREST 10KG Fully Automatic Inverter Washing Machine.  

Why do I think this is one of the best choices for a fully automatic washing machine?  This is because it's energy-saving because of its inverter technology.  As moms, we not only look for appliances that will help us make our jobs easier, but also one that will give us savings.  Because I'm practical, I always look at value for money purchases, and for me, Everest 10kg Fully Automatic Washing Machine passed this criteria.  To add, it's also best for budget-consious moms because for its performance and quality, it only costs a fraction compared to other brands who offer the same features.  Next no need to worry in case something goes wrong along the way because purchasing one give you 1 year warranty on parts and services and 5 year warranty on motor

LARGE CAPACITY

Because it's 10kg, I noticed how spacious it really is to accommodate the laundry demand that my household of all boys need!  Men's clothes are bigger and heavier compared to women.  Having four boys in the family, there's a need to wash clothes very often.  With smaller capacity, I tend to run my old washing machine 2x to 3x per laundry day to ensure I wash as much as I can.  Apart from the time it consumes, running the washing machine more of course uses more energy.  And it will reflect in our electricity bill. With 10kg capacity, I run it just once because it can fit what I need to wash for the family in just one cycle.  Saves time, energy, and money too!

EFFICIENCY

Whatver gives me the gift of more time to spend to what matters more, I go for it.  With the One Touch Washing feature of my Everest washing machine, I can just choose any of the preset programs (Cotton, Quick, Strong, Kids, and Heavy Duty) and leave it until it finishes its wash cycle!  If you need to finish in a shorter time, you just choose the Quick program.  For tougher stains due to baby food on bibs or dirt from sweat of the play ground - choose Kids program.  For smaller bed sheets or blanket (not bigger than twin size), choose Heavy Duty.  This saves me a lot of time so I can do other things that will give me more value or spend it wisely.

SMART TECHNOLOGY AND DURABILITY

The washing machine comes with a Digital Control panel or its Smart Control Washing that's straight-to-the-point and simplified controls that's not intimidating to use.  All you need are a few button to start and control your washing, so whoever uses it will not be overwhelmed.  This is a win for me because no need for complicated buttons or dials to function the washing machine.  I also like that it has a child-lock so that no curious little finger of cute little ones could play with the buttons and change the settings.  I also like that it has a sleek yet simple design made of durable and quality materials.  

The best for me is its strong glass lid with dumper which closes gently and not create any loud sound of sudden lid closing like traditional washing machines.  The 3D Water Flow and Shower Water Injection ensure clothes are thoroughly and evently cleaned.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

With all these features and more, I recommend purchasing an Everest Fully Automatic Inverter Washing Maching (10kg).  If you're looking for value-for-money, efficient, economical, practical, durable, and top quality, go for Everest!  This season of giving, gift yourself with something that will help make your laundry days lighter and more efficient.  Available in major appliance stores nationwide, also in Lazada and Shopee!

To know more about the product, check it out here: https://www.everestappliances.com/washingmachine.  You may also follow them on their social media pages to get the latest and for promo announcements: Facebook and Instagram.

In celebration of World Toilet Day, Albatross, the leading name in air care in the Philippines, is taking action to support better sanitation for Filipinos. Recognizing that proper sanitation is a human right, Albatross is committed to fostering clean, safe toilet facilities nationwide.

Since its initiation in 2013 by the United Nations, World Toilet Day has inspired leaders worldwide to advance the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of ensuring adequate and equitable sanitation for all. Yet, the numbers tell a stark story. Today, 3.6 billion people globally still lack proper sanitation, 20 million people don’t have access to basic sanitary facilities, and 8 million Filipinos practice open defecation,  with this practice of unsafe sanitation that can harm health and pollute the environment. Proper sanitation facilities are essential to protect both dignity and public health.

(from left) Rommel Taan, Supply Chain Head, Janna dela Cruz, Brand Manager, Maya Leander, Marketing Head, Neogin Evangelista, President & General Manager and Mr Tiburcio Aplacador, School Head, Parang High School

This year, Albatross addressed this critical issue in the Philippines, contributing to a cleaner, safer society. As part of its 2024 initiative, Albatross donated toilet cleaning essentials to various communities and institutions including Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) city jails in the National Capital Region, Madrasah Muslim schools in Metro Manila, family toilets in Sitio Sapang Munti Ipo Watershed (Norzagaray, Bulacan), and municipalities in Pasacao and Bombon, Camarines Sur.

Albatross provided products tailored to boost the hygiene and sustainability of toilet facilities: Albatross Toilet Bowl Cleaners, Albatross Deodorizers, and Gleam Liquid Sosa. These products help to ensure that toilets in these communities are not just accessible but hygienic, contributing to safer environments and a healthier future.

“This initiative is about more than donating products—it’s about empowering communities,” says Mr. Neogin Evangelista, President and General Manager of PHILUSA Corporation, the makers of Albatross. “Good sanitation practices begin with having the right tools, and we hope our contribution will inspire healthier hygiene habits that benefit everyone.” 

Aligned with Manila Water Foundation, Albatross’s World Toilet Day efforts reinforce its commitment to making sanitation safe, peaceful and protected for every Filipino. This partnership underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to empowering individuals and supporting efforts that make sanitation accessible and reliable for everyone.

Albatross’s initiative for World Toilet Day is a call to action for all Filipinos. It’s a reminder that sanitation is more than just access to toilets; it’s about upholding dignity and promoting well-being. With this move, Albatross hopes to inspire others—individuals, communities, and organizations—to join them in advocating for better sanitation. By coming together and investing in clean facilities, all can contribute to a healthier, safer, and more equitable society, ensuring that sanitation is a privilege and a protected right for all. #WorldToiletDay #MWFWTD2024 #Albatross

Follow Albatross on social media to stay updated on their initiatives and learn more about their products:

• Facebook: @AlbatrossPH

• Instagram: @Albatross_PH

Let’s work together to make sanitation accessible for all and to build a healthier, cleaner future.

Bayan Academy, with the support of Wells Fargo, will hold WISE Bazaar, a two-day event that aims to empower women entrepreneurs and help their businesses thrive, especially in the coming holiday season. 

Happening on Nov. 28-29, 2024 at the Megatrade Hall, the WISE Bazaar offers these inspiring women a platform to showcase their products, expand their market reach, and build valuable connections.

The event will feature a diverse array of products, including cosmetics, food, fashion, homeware, and handicrafts. Women-led enterprises include for confirmation: Auris Therapie Inc, Bags & Beyond by Pam, Carol Arts and Crafts Trading, Kakayanin PH, among others. Shoppers can discover “wais buys” — unique, high-quality items perfect for personal use, holiday gifting, corporate giveaways, or simply as unique finds for any occasion.

Everyone can look forward to engaging with women entrepreneurs who bring passion and purpose to their craft. Their products represent not just quality but also stories of resilience and innovation.

Check out some of the products from women entrepreneurs participating the WISE Bazaar! :) 

VERO DENIM BAGS

VERO Denim Bag transforms worn denim jeans into stylish, sustainable accessories with a mission of social impact. Benefiting the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) community, the enterprise began as a personal project and grew into a purposeful venture supporting PWDs through its sales. VERO's unique product line includes tote bags, sling bags, laptop sleeves, denim hug pillows, and handcrafted keychains, blending sustainability with meaningful change.

Owner

Veronica Tabrilla

Ms. Veronica Tabrilla founded VERO Denim Bags, a social enterprise focused on upcycling old denim jeans into stylish bags and other fashion and home decor items. Through this initiative, she addresses the growing environmental challenge of textile waste while promoting sustainability. In addition to being an entrepreneur, she is a passionate advocate for Persons with Disabilities (PWD), being a PWD herself. Her leadership in this space has enabled her to spearhead various social projects that positively impact the community and support causes that resonate deeply with her values.

BESTY & COCO ARTS AND CRAFTS TRADING

Besty&Coco is a vibrant brand offering unique handmade merchandise, including whimsical stickers, charming crafts, and colorful accessories. Perfect for all ages, their products inspire creativity and bring joy through quirky, functional, and decorative designs.

Owner

Bernadine Turla

I'm Nadine the creative powerhouse behind of Besty&Coco. I'm an artrepreneur specializing in graphic design- selling and marketing my works independently. My designs are inspired by playful memories and joy of self expression that evoke nostalgia, fun and sense of wonder. I make and sell my own line of products in local pop-up markets, art events and various partner stores across Metro Manila

AURIS THERAPIE

YASSINE’S COSMETICS

Yassine’s Cosmetics offers a curated selection of high-quality beauty products designed to enhance your natural glow. We believe in empowering individuals through skincare and makeup that blend innovation with timeless beauty. Discover your best self with Yassine’s. 

Owner

Hiyasmin Taladiar 

Yassine’s Cosmetics is driven by my passion for beauty and empowerment. With a keen eye for quality and trends, I believe in enhancing confidence through carefully curated products. Let’s bring out your best glow, one shade at a time.

KAKAYANIN PH

Kakayanin PH is a woman-owned microbusiness that creates experiences for one’s sense of wonder and smell through home fragrance products and candle making workshops while amplifying and channeling support to various local foundations and organizations championing education and other socially relevant programs.

Owner

Christelle Joy Rojano

A licensed professional teacher turned social development worker turned candle maker, Christelle has been braving the entrepreneurial world for just over a year now. Coming from a nudge from the Lord that as “light of the world”, we should “let [our] light shine before others, that they may see [our] good deeds and glorify [our] Father in heaven," she quit her full time job to do candle making and teaching full time. Through their brand Kakayanin PH, their hope is to make and share light through their products and workshops while amplifying certain local causes that are close to their hearts, specifically for education, agriculture, and women empowerment.