
How to Handle a Shopping Trip with Your Child
Post by MamaFiza on September 12, 2009
Good afternoon amazing mommies
Wish you’re in superb health *hugs*
Happy fasting to all our Muslim friends >_< Have a great weekend!
In conjunction with Eid Eve, we’ve took the opportunity to shop for our adorable kids new apparel, and yes, it’s for their outfits for homeschool daily routine : 3rd semester (year 2009) *after completing our 2nd semester*.
Due to that, I love to share some tips on “How to Handle a Shopping Trips with Your Child“. Do you regularly take your child shopping with you?
I do online shopping, most of the time I shopped for books & clothes (for my family
). Online shopping is fantastic, it makes my life easier. It’s really convenient and your order will be right at your doorstep within 3-7 days. Occasionally, I dont have time to go to the mall to shop so I rely most of the time to online shopping. Plus, I always managed to find cheaper, and online shops has and not at the mall.
However, I love going to the mall with my 4 kids to stroll and look for nice things especially books, clothes, shoes and makeup. Nowadays we went to the mall when they have mall year sale or our favorites clothing store is on sale.

Alhamdulillah, 44 pieces of new clothing for LittleKittle’s Homeschool
3rd semester, year 2009, especially for 4 cute kids ![]()
My personal shopping record:
shopping the above items at the mall with 4 kids just within 2 hours ^0^
One of the things I really like about homeschool is the freedom to do math in our PJ’s if we want. Personally I didnt fancy the idea of “homeschool uniform code“. Why homeschooler need a uniform?
I always told myself “It is NOT what I wear that makes the difference, it is what I teach my children and how I teach them. And that’s in the FIRST place“.
Things You’ll Need:
- Patience + Love + Creativity
- Healthy Snacks
- Books or Small Toys
Below is cute video from my baby lil HidE-cHan; in our shopping trip: I took her off from her baby seat while waiting for PaPa, then she grabbed my earrings and turned it into this:
Note: Please click here if you can’t view the above video.
- Step 1: Plan It WELL
Pick the right time of day. Know where you will be going and what you will be looking for. Tell the child what kind of shopping trip they can expect. Please dont go for shopping during lunchtime, it would not be a good idea. Plus, NO shopping outing during naptime. Try shopping in the morning or early afternoon on weekdays.Do avoid crowd as we can have more energy and creativity for responding to our child’s needs.
Babies and small children can become dehydrated in the dry air of shopping malls, so be sure to let ‘em take frequent nursing or juice breaks.
A sling or carrier worn by the parent provides far more comfort and emotional security than a stroller or grocery cart.
- Step 2: Get them Occupied
Asked them tons of question/opinions regarding your shopping selections, provide them skills to set the trend. Honestly, children love feeling useful and that they are helping their mother and father. Give them a short, easy list of what you are buying and have them check off items as you find them. They will happily “help” you to find it. Then asked them to mix-and-match for next purchase
Play I-SPY items/letters/numbers, etc. Bring hand sanitizer, give ‘em books and yummy healthy snacks!
- Step 3: Take Your Time
No RUSH. Break up major shopping events (Eid, Back-to-School) into smaller trips so your child will be free from monotonous day and enjoy their shopping moment.
- Step 4: Smart Budget
Know how much money you have to spend before you head out shopping. Teach your older children to budget their money themselves. Let them know how much money they will have to spend. They’ll surely be one of budget wise kids in the future!
Notes:
- Do remember that children have limits. If you are shopping with children, be alert to their needs: are they tired, hungry, potty time, overexcited by the noise and confusion, or a sweet lil hug and kisses?
- Guide them to hold any item safely and let them know that it can be viewed but not touched. Try to say “Gosh, this is so gorgeous! But, it is breakable, so let’s just look at it together“. Even if an item cannot be purchased, it can be helpful to share the child’s enthusiasm and interest in it.
- Remember to stop as often as possible and take a moment for lovely words, eye contact, and hugs. It’s FREE!
- All children behave as well as they are treated. A child who is regularly given our time, undivided attention, patience, and understanding will have more tolerance for a shopping trip and any other challenging situation, than the child who must face stressful situations without this emotional support.
- Set the stage appropriately, and you will find that even with the youngest child, shopping can be fun.
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May you’ve a nice weekend gorgoeus mommies >_<
Gambatte ne!

Embrace the Holy Month of Ramadhan: Teaching and Fasting with Your Toddler & Preschooler (Sponsored by GroomyRoom)
Post by MamaFiza on September 9, 2009
This is Sticky Post (48 hours) . Kindly scroll down for our latest post. TQ >_<
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Note: This article is brought to you proudly by our significant sponsor: Miss Siti, the owner of (GroomyRoom) for her loves in children’s Islamic education plus her enthusiasm in stylish signature hijab for modern muslimah.
Specially today, I would like to share about “Embrace the Holy Month of Ramadhan: Teaching and Fasting with Your Toddler & Preschooler“. What a lovely moment to share with your precious baby, toddler, preschooler and the rest of the family.
Sincerely for me, Ramadhan is more than fasting month. What is crucially important, is to appreciate the reasons behind the fasting, what those reasons denote and what this means to fasting Muslims. It includes: positive behavior, fasting, prayers, charity, Quran time with family, family bonding, appreciation to others and lots more. It’s the best time to cultivate your wonderful kids regarding Islamic education. Insya-Allah~
Alhamdulillah, for this year, KiruaMi-cHan’s still didnt miss his fasting day, ReiHi-cHan’s missed 1 day and YunaFi-cHan’s managed to fast for 4 full days. Honestly, my kids start their journey of fasting since their age of 30 months. E.g: (2 and 1/2 years: target = 5 days, 3 and 1/2 years: target = 15 days, 4 and 1/2 years 25 days/full month).
My tips is simple: encourage them to fast for a few hours a day during Ramadan in their early childhood day.
Indeed they can possibly do it! You’ll be amazed with your kids

Me with my favorite hijab ^-^
Below is special video from my kids and I, dedicated to our Ramadhan Journal 2009 via our new YouTube channel: LittleKittleTV
Note: Please click here if you can’t view the above video.
- Introduce Story-Telling about Fasting Month
There is nothing I love more than reading with my kids. During Ramadan I read books to help them in their understanding of the holiday and of the Islamic religion. Do start early. Sharing great prophets & friends stories and related with your kids daily life. Please make it exciting and fun. They’ll be truly enjoyed
- Let your Kids Notice the Purpose
Before your kids start their vey first fasting day. Let them understand the purpose & reason. Do remind and motivate them upon the secret behind Ramadhan.
- Bring your kids to Mosque
We love to accompany our dear kids to mosque as weekly routine. A concept becomes real and meaningful to children when they observe it rather than directly read or watch from TV/Internet.
Did you know?:
The Prophet Muhammad s.a.w used to bring his grandchildren Hassan and Hussein to the mosque as toddlers before they knew how to pray.
- Appreciate their Feedback & Passion and Have Fun!
Talk about their emotions & feelings. Let them know relationship of body and mind. Praise their hard work with your hugs and kisses ^0^ Please do show your child that you love them, regardless of how they perform. As every child is unique & let their progress at their own pace.
- Distract them with LOTs of FUN activities
Make Ramadhan arts & craft activities. Moon & star gazing. Collecting pebbles & sticks for Eid cards decoration. They’ll surely forget about their thirst & hunger. Let them take several time-out.
- Cooked their Favorite Food
Enjoy your day cooking with your lil ones their favorite food as reward for their great behavior. They will feel a sense of accomplishment when they see they see what a delicious feast they have helped to prepare to break the day’s fast.
I hope you’ll make this Ramadan as introductory of a note-worthy and long-lasting training experience for you and your lil angel. Amin~
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Below are some of our foods gallery for Ramadhan 2009:

Cheesy Lasagna!

Tadaa. . . DONE!

Our LittleKittle’s Homemade Taco

Another Taco ^0^

More Taco~

Before add-on cheesy on Taco~

The inside: of Taco~

Taco Wrapper~

Taco Sauces

Spicy Taco Salsa Sauces for the King T-T *he loves HOT n SPICY!*

LittleKittle’s Mexico Nachos

My kids favorite: Wedges, cheesy sausage with
Scramble eggs (eggs + cheese + potato cubes + shredded carrots),

For the King ^-^

Homemade Dim Sum!

Homemade Spring Rolls

Homemade Onion Pratha!

For the King >_<

For kids ^-^

Share?

Bolognese Sauces~

Meatballs with Herbs

Chicken Cocktails~

More Chicken Cocktails~

Cheesy Baked Beans~

Hokkien dishes~

Black Pepper Chicken~

Veggies~

Sweet & Sour Chicken!

Yummy Prawns!

Triple Fruits Homemade Juice with Arnold Palmer!
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Do enjoy your day. All the best!
Gambatte ne
May Allah swt always blessed your family. Amin~

One happy momma ^_-
p/s: Lovely momma, grab those gorgeous & chic hijab for your Eid, while stock last! Do visit our latest honorable sponsor:
GroomyRoom >_<
Great time with online shopping~
Personal review from LittleKittle‘s mom: doubtlessly fall in love with hijab collections from GroomyRoom. It’s very cozy, breathable & up-to-date. Marvelous products, thanks a lot Miss Siti for your outshine items
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Completely Engaged (TEASER)
Post by MamaFiza on September 7, 2009
Good morning dear lovable mommies
May God bless your day & your beloved family *cuddles*. Amin~
Deeply sorry to inform, last Friday blog posting will be postponed and update on 8th September 2009. Thank you to our special sponsor advertorial post: Miss *i*i (proud owner of hijab & shawl boutique), for her kindness & trust.
Again, it’s due to we’ve been invited to VIP event >_< Thank you, we’re truly grateful! *Alhamdulillah*

Just another teaser for tomorrow update ^-^
Me: before going to mosque (Friday night routine). Year 2007 pic.
Despite from my busy + tight homeschool schedule plus work assignment (lots of re-schedule job need to be settle down after my long MC break), my kids and I were very occupied with their new interview project (they love it!
) .

Lil YunaFi-cHan with her handmade tutu ^0^ (in action!)
As you can see, I’ve been exceptionally busy and there’s been limited time to update this blog. There’s a lot to write about so it’s a lot to sort. For those of you who’s been waiting, thanks for your patience.
Perhaps, I’ll require more time to publish ‘em. Insya-Allah~
Please do take great care my wonderful ladies. See ya later *gambatte ne!* All the best~
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GroomyRoom.com
Fida’s Collection
BabyZnMom
DiapersWonderland
Mom n Kids Gallery
Leana Little Shop
Everything For U From Me
Baby Superstar
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Five Petals Shop
RedRoses2u.net
Happy Online Shopping, mommies

2nd Advertorial Dateline after a Long Break
Post by MamaFiza on September 3, 2009
Ohaiyo wonderful mommies
Alhamdulillah, I’m glad to post some update after a long break! *hugs*
Firstly, gazillion thanks for your splendid prayer for my cuddly kids and me. We’re deeply appreciate it. May God bless your generosity. Amin~

We love this movie! UP by Disney & PIXAR ^0^
Even-though we’re off due to health issues, but it’s just time-off in cyber world. In reality, we still need to follow our homeschool schedule plus additional time to rest regarding to our personal doctor advisory & approval.
I’ll officially start my graphic design work by tomorrow (Insya-Allah) and thank you to our remarkable clients for being so supportive and patient
Thank you! Will definitely update my work schedule by end of this week.
Thus, personally I’ll try my best to reply your precious emails by next week.
Surprisingly, last Friday, my kids and I received great invitation from Nuffnang. Yes, it’s our 2nd Nuffnang Advertorial Post on Duty >_< *Alhamdulillah* Surely will update with blog posting after obtained green light from Nuffnang.
Hint: This time, we’re not only hired KiruaMi-cHan as professional photographer + photo editor, but also includes ReiHi-cHan and YunaFi-cHan as models ^-^



TEASER!
*Me with Sir Nicholas (Nuffnang Superb Man!)
Be prepare for the most wanted information and pictures overload you could imagine in tomorrow update *yippie!*
All the best sweet ladies >_< Gambatte ne~














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