Nurture with Jana O.

02/12/2025

I made some pancakes today! But before you judge, remember: it was my first time making them, and I’m still not sure how to flip them properly.

But here’s the thing: at least I tried.

Did you miss your step goal today? At least you tried.
Did your child refuse that fruit or vegetable you offered? At least you tried.
Did your student not get all the answers you hoped for? At least you tried.

Progress is the key. In those little “at least you tried” moments, you build confidence, and you feel more empowered to show up again until it becomes what you want it to be.

In feeding and in serving meals, that’s the heart of it: trying, learning, and nurturing—one small step at a time.

28/11/2025

As someone na nag-grgrocery, maunti lang ang mabibili sa P500 ngayon!

Sinabi pa ng DTI na macaroni salad o spaghetti lang maiihain, makakabusog o makakapagsaya ba ito ng handaan?

28/11/2025

I have to admit that as I enter a new chapter where I’m the one in charge of meals, preparing healthy food is not as easy as I thought it would be.

There’s a lot to consider: budget, time, our (my partner’s and my) eating habits and preferences, cooking skills, and more. The mental load of all this is a lot to handle.

I want to say thank you to those who prepare meals for their families. This is not an easy task, and I applaud you for doing it. As a dietitian, I now understand why people, especially parents, struggle. Moving forward, I’ll be more compassionate when asking parents to prepare healthy meals for their kids.

And for those who are just starting, like me, let’s talk about it! What tips can help me prepare healthy, delicious meals? Any tricks you’ve learned along the way?

06/11/2025

“This is Messi’s tie. His tie is red.”
“This is Ronaldo’s wallet. His wallet is black.”
“This is Beckham’s watch. His watch is white.”

Kids learn best when lessons connect to what they love! 💡
For my student Felix, football players make learning words and sentence patterns more exciting and meaningful. 🌟

So next time your child studies, try weaving in their favorite things, you’ll be amazed how quickly they pick things up when learning feels like play! 🎉

06/11/2025

05/11/2025

05/11/2025

Another silly tip to take the boards:

There is a chance na mapapansin ka ng crush mo pag board passer ka. 🤣 (tried and tested)

Good luck to everyone taking the boards! 🍀

03/11/2025

Congratulations on your event, Kita Kita Philippines! Continue to advocate for safe spaces for people with autism 💙

31/10/2025

A day in the life of my day job as an online English teacher 👩🏽‍🏫

I asked my student, Jenna, to design her own dream school. She wanted a 100-floor school, and we listed down some of the rooms she wanted in her dream school. Oh, to have an iPad room and a toy room in school! What a dream! 🤩

27/10/2025

Healthy eating begins long before kids can read nutrition labels. 🧡

By creating positive mealtime experiences, modeling balanced eating, and giving kids autonomy, we’re nurturing confident, mindful, and connected little humans. 🌈

Ready to take on this journey with your kid? 🍽️

27/10/2025

Why rice? 🍚

Rice is essential because it’s not just a source of carbohydrates. It's also a part of our cultural roots and daily eating patterns. Our bodies rely on glucose from carbohydrates like rice for energy. The key is to enjoy it mindfully and in portions that meet our needs. ✨

Again, di po kami nagprpromote ng pagiging adik!!

*reposting because we aren't supposed to give angkol chicharon seller a platform 😤

26/10/2025

"Gumawa kami ng salad kasi alam naming nutritionist ka! Baka sitahin mo kami." 😆

My friends served salad on my bridal shower because they recognize me as a dietitian. 🥗🥹

Always remember that you can serve vegetables on your happy days worth celebrating too! And also, cherish your friends that always got your back. 💚