The Chewys’ Family Photoshoot in Bali by Bali Elegance Photography

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Hello! How’s everyone doing? I can’t believe we are passing the half-year mark really soon! Before I procrastinate any further, I’m gonna share the beautiful photos of our family that were taken on the second last day of our Bali trip in March this year. Our photos were taken by a local professional photographer, Gede Suwardana of Bali Elegance Photography, who has plenty of experience and specialises in shooting weddings, engagements, family portraiture, events, and also video productions!

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A few weeks prior our trip, we managed to lock down the date of the photoshoot with Gede. Thankfully, it wasn’t too difficult and to think that I was initially worried since we only had a few days in Bali. A little bit of shuffling of our itinerary did the trick! I’m happy to say that Gede was very prompt in his replies and it was a pleasure communicating with him via email.

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We had agreed to have the photoshoot within the resort premises but after checking into Four Points by Sheraton, Kuta, I felt that there were not many nice spots for photo-taking and texted Gede if we should change location, like to the nearby beach or something. Gede maintained that he would still want to swing by to have a look, and also it might not be such a good idea to head to the beach as the weather was quite hot. Plus, there was practically no shade at the beach for us to seek shelter if the sun became too blazing hot.

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Gede and his assistant reached earlier than the agreed timing and were waiting for us at the lobby area. After a brief hello, Gede suggested that we start the photoshoot at the rooftop of the resort before slowly making our way down. He reasoned that since it was still quite cool at 9am, the rooftop would be a good place to start off with before the sun became too hot. It was a simple suggestion but I felt really grateful to Gede for being so considerate!

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Gede and his assistant were quick in setting up their camera gear and got into action. It’s very important as children have very short attention span and also, they get tired easily. Like in photography, there is also a “golden hour” to photograph kids and I say it’s best to photograph them early in the morning when they are at their happiest, and when they are full of energy.

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Just look at Little misschewy! She was really cheerful and energetic, not forgetting pretty cooperative too!

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It is also evident in these photos provided by Gede that he was well-prepared with a variety of camera gear which allowed him to produce a dynamic set of photos for us! Gede managed to capture our precious family holiday moments from different interesting angles which misterchewy and I find very impressive.

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Honestly, I didn’t think much about these old school swings but we plonked ourselves there as per Gede’s suggestion and I’m pleasantly surprised by how the swing series of photos turned out! Gede managed to capture the essence of a fun-loving family like ours who love to laugh together over the slightest things.

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Mini misschewy was still a bit young to be able to fully appreciate our humour. Hahaha.

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“Give me 3 more months”, she says!

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So much love between these two!

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It’s really nice that there is a kids indoor playground situated within our resort and it’s air-conditioned too! Little misschewy’s face lit up even more when she saw the ball pit!

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Someone really enjoyed herself in the ball pit!

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Hehe in the meantime, Mini misschewy fell alseep comfortably in misterchewy’s arms.

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Love shots like this!

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Check out the coconuts! They were stamped with Four Points by Sheraton’s logo! Cute huh?

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Just chillin’ by the pool~

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A big thank you to Bali Elegance Photography for the precious photos of our first family holiday trip as a party of four! Do also check out Bali Elegance’s Facebook page for more of their works! If you are looking for a Bali photographer for your special events like weddings or proposal, etc, drop Gede an email at gede@balielegance.com! I believe his works speak for themselves 🙂

Bali Elegance Photography
Website: http://www.balielegancephoto.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BaliElegance
Instagram: http://instagram.com/BaliElegance
Address: Pura Pengulapan I/5A, Ungasan, Kuta Selatan, Bali 80364
Phone: +62.811.389.7979
Email: hello@balielegance.com or gede@balielegance.com

A Chocolate Adventure at Universal Studios Singapore

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Our little family loves visiting Universal Studios Singapore because there’s always so much to see and do there! But wait.. Have you heard? From now till 28 May, Universal Studios Singapore’s latest Chocolate Adventure creation will bring fans on a memorable sensory journey through the theme park with fun-filled activities and friendly character appearances that will enthrall everyone in the family!

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Featuring an immersive Chocolate Garden, this new walkthrough experience allows visitors to explore deliciously-themed zones such as the Fondue Garden, Cocoa Hedge Maze and Lollipop Land that are guaranteed to titillate the senses of both the young and old!

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Here’s Mini misschewy and I at the candy-coated Lollipop Land! We sure felt like taking a bite out of those gigantic delicious looking candies!

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Chocoholics can begin their Chocolate Garden journey at the Fondue Garden, dipping marshmallows into chocolate fountains! Do you know that some are even infused with fruity strawberry and fresh pandan flavours?!

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The Chocolate Garden also features a Cocoa Hedge Maze for guests to explore the labyrinth, as well as a station for kids to get hands-on and unleash their inner bakers by decorating cupcakes and cookies!

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All the children were squealing with excitement when friendly characters such as Candice Cupcake, Mama Cookie and Sesame Street’s Cookie Monster appeared for Instagrammable moments!

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Visitors can go for a park-wide hunt and keep their eyes peeled for the roving Chocolate Man (pictured on the left) and win mysterious prizes ranging from retail and dining vouchers to Universal Studios Singapore admission tickets!

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At various dining outlets, foodies can indulge in adventurously chocolate-flavoured delights, including Cho-infused Curry with Chicken Katsu, Nutella & Cheese Fries, Crispy Chicken Strips with Chocolate Dip and Cocoa Slush. Visitors can opt for the Sweet Tooth Package and choose three selected chocolate-themed items at participating dining outlets for just S$20.

A Chocolate Adventure is a new experience included with regular paid admission to Universal Studios Singapore. Visitors can enjoy a special package available at S$138 from now till 31 May 2017. The package includes one-day tickets for two adults as well as photo, retail and dining vouchers worth up to S$55. Don’t miss out on this terrific deal! 🙂

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Neo Garden!

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Mother’s Day is coming! Fellow mummies, what are your plans? Or rather, have your hubbies planned anything yet? Haha! To be honest, I kinda dread celebrating Mother’s Day on the actual day because everywhere is gonna be just so packed! I would actually prefer having a cosy and intimate celebration at home with my loved ones, away from the crowd! Over the weekend, we had a Mother’s Day Party Set delivered to us from Neo Garden.

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You don’t need to have large numbers in order to enjoy buffet catering. Neo Garden’s mini buffet/mini party set option is perfect for 8 to 10 pax! What’s more? The food is served in microwavable containers with full set of disposable wares and serviettes provided, which makes cleaning a breeze! Three Mother’s Day menus are available and they come with free Lychee Rose cake.
Click the image or visit https://order.neogarden.com.sg/Menu/MenuList/MOTHERSDAY to view the food options. Do take note that Mother’s Day Delight ($168) is available for self-collection only. For the other menus, there is a delivery charge of $30 (w/GST $32.10) per order, additional surcharge is applicable for delivery to offshore area and central areas.

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Sin Chow Mee Hoon

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Breaded Scallop

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Fish Fillet with Wasabi Mayo

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Mushroom Broccoli

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Mum’s Favorite Curry Chicken

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Snow Fungus Soup with Gingko Nuts

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Enjoy the Carnation Table Bouquet at a special price of $28 and if you are a Neo Celebrates member, you will get to enjoy it at just $20!

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Neo Garden’s Mother Day’s menus are available till 14 May 2017. More details on terms & conditions can be found here: http://bit.ly/ngcpromos. Visit http://bit.ly/ngcmothersday17 or call 68967757 to order!

Capture Selfie-free Holiday Moments with WanderSnap

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WOW. I find it kinda hard to believe that it has been a little more than a month since we got back from our Bali trip! I will definitely be blogging about our very first vacation with two little ones in tow since I already have a number of requests coming in, but for now, let’s kick things off with our experience with WanderSnap! When misterchewy and I embarked on our three-week long honeymoon trip to Europe in March 2013, we the husband lugged our DSLR and tripod everywhere we went. We got pretty nice pictures at the end of the trip, but it was at the expense of the hubs suffering from muscle strains and backaches! Not forgetting the fact that it was quite a hassle and also time consuming having to set up the tripod and place the camera on self-timer mode!

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Now that we have a baby and a toddler, our aim is to travel light! Bringing our DSLR and tripod is definitely not an option, even though it is quite tempting because of the quality of photos a DSLR can give. I felt worried initially, that we might need to resort to taking boring selfies and end up with poor quality pictures for the entire trip! Luckily for us, we got to know about WanderSnap a couple of weeks before flying to Bali. In a nutshell, WanderSnap is Asia’s marketplace for connecting travellers with local snappers to capture selfie-free moments.

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As of today, there are over 250 snappers across 30 Asian destinations on WanderSnap. Through this platform, I viewed works by various photographers and made my selection based on our travel period, destination, type of camera gear used, and price! For each successful booking, $5 actually goes towards teaching photography to low-opportunity youth so they too can create art for a living!

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Why WanderSnap? It is a safe and trustworthy platform for travellers to engage local snappers to capture their holiday moments at an affordable price. Every snapper has their own styles, and by viewing their galleries, you can select your desired snapper if his or her style resonates with you. You can expect to receive about 10 to 30 edited photos per hour of shoot, which is certainly very reasonable. Online payment is hassle-free and the money will only be released to the snapper after the photos have been provided to the traveller.

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A few days before our trip, I decided to engage Sasha because I really love the photos that she had posted on her gallery. Her photos have a nice rustic feel and more importantly, Sahsa seem to have plenty of experience photographing families with young children!

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3rd of March was our 4th traditional wedding anniversary, and what better way to celebrate the occasion than to have our precious family holiday photos taken in a natural and candid way! I was in charge of our travel itinerary and had planned an entire day of sightseeing that day. We had a local driver to take us to places we wanted to see and Tanah Lot was our last sightseeing destination before returning to our resort.

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I chose to have our photoshoot at Tanah Lot in the evening because I heard that the sunset at Tanah Lot is incredibly beautiful! I think we were supposed to meet Sasha at 4pm to commence our 2-hour shoot but unfortunately, our driver was half an hour late in picking us up in the morning. Plus, the bad traffic conditions made the travel duration longer than expected and I had to text Sasha to postpone the timing of the shoot.

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Thankfully, Sasha was very kind and understanding enough, so we agreed to meet an hour later at the ticketing entrance of Tanah Lot. We didn’t have any problems locating each other and chatted along the way to the temple. The hubs and I were quite surprised to learn that Sasha is a Russian living in Canggu (South of Bali). In fact, she had stayed in Sri Lanka and Thailand for a few years previously. Sounds pretty adventurous to me!

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One thing great about having a local snapper help capture our photos is that we could free ourselves from having to fumble with cameras and selfie sticks. Taking photos of the kids out of the baby carriers would be difficult, especially for Cayla’s case since she’s still a baby. With a photographer to follow us around, we could leave the baby carriers and stroller in the car. It was splendid because there were finally plenty of full body shots of the kids, instead of them partially hidden in the carriers. LOL.

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While some photos were posed, misterchewy and I are glad that Sasha managed to snap candid photos of our little family. As we had a long day, all of us were sweaty, sticky and tired! While it was slightly easier for misterchewy and I to keep smiling for the camera, the girls were a little cranky and not very willing to cooperate. It was tough to get them to smile because both of them wanted to sleep. Haha.

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It was really great that Sasha was being extremely patient and cheerful throughout the shoot. Plus she was really enthusiastic in engaging the girls. Her calm and positive demeanor certainly impressed us!

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Despite having to deal with uncooperative and unsmiling kids during the shoot, the hubs and I are surprised that the photos turned out better than expected! These photos portray what travelling with young children is like and when we look at them again many years down the road, we will definitely be teasing the kids for being so whiny and cranky during the shoot. Haha! Anyway, enjoy the photos and let me know what you think! 🙂 Also, scroll to the end of this post for a special discount code!

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Get $50 credit simply by creating an account with WanderSnap via this link https://wandersnap.co/friend/travelwithcharlene during signup! Till 30th June 2017! Thanks WanderSnap and also Sasha for these beautiful holiday memories of our family!

Kenjo Hair Salon: Olaplex Treatment and Davines Hair Color

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Before our trip to Bali, I scheduled an appointment with Justin from Kenjo Hair Salon because a good amount of my black roots were showing and I also wanted a new hair color for a change! I know that I can always count on Kenjo salon to make me feel pampered and deliver only the best each time I spend hours in the cosy salon!

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Here’s a “Before” photo of my hair. Apart from the black roots, I would say that my hair was still in quite good shape? Must be due to the 3-step Mucota Scena+ hair treatment which I did earlier! Long hair is always very hard to manage. It takes an awfully long time to dry and gets entangled easily! But then again, I cant see myself with short hair at all. For ladies who share the same sentiments, do give one of the treatments at Kenjo salon a try!

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I told Justin that I wanted to try a cooler ash color for a softer look and he recommended something along the lines of 7A. If we were to attempt a very light color like 9A, we would probably need some very serious bleaching! Even so, Justin advised that bleaching was still necessary for my case to achieve the ash effect and he assured me that Kenjo uses good quality products that would not harm customer’s tresses! This time, I was introduced to Davines hair color which is absolutely free of ammonia and is very gentle on the hair and sculpt!

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It seems like bleaching and Olaplex go hand in hand because Olaplex rebuilds and strengthens the bonds in your hair, making it stronger and healthier! We all know all the effects of bleaching, so by incorporating Olaplex treatment during the bleaching process, it actually negates the damaging effects of hair bleaching!

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After first round of bleaching, Justin decided that we should go for another round!

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My hair is considerably bleached after two rounds of bleaching! I don’t think I would dare to walk out of the salon like this. Hahaha.

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Oh did I mention how thrilled I was when Justin asked what crazy colors would I like to go with my ash hair?! I picked blue and violet because I can’t imagine myself with green, yellow or orange hair…yet!

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I have always loved the hair washes at Kenjo because the temperate of the water is just right, and they provide long thick blankets! So hard to not fall asleep! 😛

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After blow drying my hair, here’s a little sneak peak of the ash grey, violet and blue colors in my hair!

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Mad love for my new hair! The effect was subtle and not over-the-top, and yet there was a slight wildness to it!

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This photo was taken by my colleague the very next day. A pity that the curls were not permanent! Boohoo. Anyway, I was still very happy with my new hair colors!

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Very blessed indeed to have Kenjo salon pamper me with only the best! I brought home these MELU shampoo and conditioner by Davines, which can help hair color last longer and is also a real treat for the hair! It has a mild minty smell and also has a slight cooling effect when applied to the tresses! I have been using it consistently for almost a month now and I have nothing but praises for these!

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The soft ash colors are still retained after so long! Looking forward to my next pampering treat at Kenjo! If you are planning to visit Kenjo for the very first time, feel free to quote “MISSUSCHEWY” for an amazing 15% off any hair service or treatment when you call 62388083 to book an appointment! Look for my stylist, Justin Teo! 🙂

Kenjo Salon
68 Orchard Road
#04-72
Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 6238 8083 (New customers quote “Missuschewy’ for 15% off)
Email: kenjosalon@singnet.com.sg

Opening Hours:
Daily
11am to 8pm (including Public Holidays)

Little misschewy’s Third Birthday Party!

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Little misschewy turned THREE on 18th March! We held a mini celebration for her in school one day before her actual birthday! Two weeks ago, we told her that we would let her celebrate her birthday with her friends and she had been feeding information to her teachers about her “Peppa Pig birthday cake”! The day finally came and she was so excited that she began skipping and running towards her school. The hubs and I warned her incessantly to stop running because the road is uneven and we couldn’t hold her hand because we had the cake and gifts to carry with both hands. Poor girl fell and grazed her knees -_- Her teachers and auntie cleaner helped to clean her wound, and when she saw her classmates, she exclaimed, “Today is Chanelle’s Peppa Pig birthday party!” LOL. All her friends were jumping up and down (like how Peppa and family loved jumping up and down in muddy puddles HAHAHA) in excitement. So cute really! 😀

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Big hugs and thank you to our favourite BakeAvenue for sponsoring Chanelle’s Peppa Pig birthday cake! Not only does Irene of BakeAvenue bake birthday cakes, Irene also bakes giant cupcakes, macarons, pushpops, Chinese New Year goodies, as well as conduct baking classes! The baking classes are held in a home environment at Hougang Avenue 3 and are great for teambuilding sessions and hen parties. BakeAvenue has been doing very well and they now have their own physical bakery at Blk 6 Hougang Ave 3 #01-66!

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I ordered some Peppa Pig coloring books and crayons for the children but shipment was delayed! Good thing my mum helped me to get two different types of Peppa cookies and some gummy candies as party favors!

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Chanelle’s customised Peppa Pig party hat and Peppa dress arrived just in time for her party! Blur mummy ordered the wrong dress design for her! I didn’t even realise until I snapped a photo and sent it to my mum, and she was the one who pointed this out to me! We had previously agreed on which design to get. Hehe.

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I ordered size 2-3Y but the dress turned out to be way too short for her! Dug out another white tutu skirt for her and luckily they match quite well!

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Group photo with all her friends before cake cutting!

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Chanelle wasn’t the only one who was excited about her cake. Actually, the rest of their kids couldn’t keep their hands off the cake too and their laoshi had to remind them to stay away and remain seated while she helped to light the candles. Haha!

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Laoshi switched off the lights before all of them sang the birthday song and the kids were all clapping in glee.

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I wonder what Chanelle wished for? Hahaha her expression!

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LOL don’t know what’s so funny?! Chanelle was like super high! Hahaha.

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The chocolate sponge cake was really fluffy and moist, while the cream was light and airy. Peppa Pig came in the form of a chocolate macaron. How adorable! Hehe. And I was amazed that the kids are such good eaters! Almost all of them went for a second helping of the cake! :O Luckily, there was enough for all the teachers and staff too! For more info, check out BakeAvenue at http://www.bakeavenue.com/! They also have a Facebook and Instagram account!

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Come to think of it, this was Chanelle’s first time celebrating her birthday in school as we were in Japan last March with Cayla in my tummy! I was looking through our photos and realised that Chanelle has grown so much over the past year! She no longer looks like a little boy now. Hahaha! Ok, now I need to start planning Cayla’s party! 😀

Swissotel Merchant Court Family Staycation

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Hello chewy chewy friends! We are baaaack after a short hiatus! Hehe. Earlier this year, The Chewys went for our very first family staycation of 2017 at Swissotel Merchant Court! Now that we are a family of four, spacious rooms, children-friendly amenities and convenient location are one of our top priorities when we are planning a staycation. Our experience with another relatively new hotel late last year wasn’t such a pleasant one because they do not provide baby bath tubs.

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Swissotel Merchant Court is a luxury hotel ideally located by Clarke Quay, within walking distance of the shopping malls and numerous F&B establishments at Clarke Quay. It is also close to major places of interest.

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We were there on a Saturday and check-in was efficient.

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All of us were very excited upon entering the room!

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Feels like a home away from home! Our beautifully appointed room was spacious yet cosy, and well-equipped!

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The hubby caught sight of the WII games and got very excited!

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We were pleasantly surprised to receive a personal handwritten card from the General Manager, along with a platter of fresh fruits. Even the kids got a card from “Uncle” Rainer!

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At no extra cost, the Handy Smartphone is available in all rooms for guests to use during their stay at Swissotel Merchant Court. I find that this will be especially useful for overseas travellers.

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My favourite TWG tea sachets are complimentary! There were four different types – Japanese Sencha, Morrocan Mint, French Earl Grey and English Breakfast!

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Well-stocked mini bar

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Oh look what have we got here! A connecting room for the kids! The Swissotel Kids’ Room was equally spacious and age-appropriate amenities can be provided upon request.

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Even the kids’ bathroom looks amazing! The cute bathroom amenities will definitely put a smile on anyone’s face!

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Apart from the cute stuffed toys on each bed, there were children’s story books, cartoon DVDs, toys, as well as coloring book and pencils! The room is definitely very child-friendly and glasses have been replaced with plastic cups.

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Little misschewy was quite occupied for a really long time and we had difficulty trying to coax her to leave the room during dinner time!

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A staycation doesn’t feel complete without a dip in the hotel pool!

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When we were there on a Saturday afternoon, the pool was packed with throngs of people! I’m guessing it had something to do with the giant water slide. Haha.

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There’s also a baby pool for younger children to waddle about!

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Swissotel Merchant Court is running a number of promotions and the Family Fun Escape package is one of them. To sweeten your stay, Swissotel Merchant Court is giving out complimentary tickets to Universal Studios Singapore (USS) with 6 months’ validity. We utilised our tickets during Chinese New Year! This promo ends on 30 June 2017, so hurry!

Offer Includes:
– 50% off 2nd room booked
– Swissotel Kids’ Room set-up and age-appropriate amenities upon request
– 2 Adult and 2 Child USS admission tickets
– Complimentary ice cream during your stay for children 12 and below
– Guaranteed late check-out till 4.00pm
– Buffet breakfast is available at $30 per adult and $15 per child

Terms and Conditions:
– 50% off on a second room applies to the room or suite category of equal or lesser value to the originally booked room
– Advance reservation is required and subject to availability
– Booking is cancellable up to 48 hours prior to arrival
– This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions/vouchers/loyalty programs
– Rates are subject to 17.7% service charge and government tax
-Family amenities and entertainment options are subject to availability
– Connecting room requests are subject to availability
– Terms and conditions are subject to change without prior notice

Swissotel Merchant Court
20 Merchant Road
Singapore 058281
Tel: +65 6337 2288

For reservations, call +65 6337 9993 or email reservations.merchantcourt@swissotel.com

Kenjo Hair Salon: Mucota Scena+ Hair Treatment & Discount Code

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Maintaining a healthy head of hair takes more than just regular shampooing and conditioning. Do you know that our hair becomes coarse, dry and brittle not only through daily wear and tear, but is further worsened by heat treatment, UV radiation and chemical treatment? It is important that we allow our hair to undergo treatment regularly in order to strengthen our hair, put back its moisture, as well as restore its natural balance.

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I had the luxury of returning to Kenjo Hair Salon for the award-winning 3-step Mucota Scena+ hair treatment earlier this month before our Christmas photoshoot. As usual, I was promptly showed to my seat and then asked if I would like a drink. Biscuits were served along with orange juice! The hair assistant proceeded to give me a pampering hair wash and head massage which felt very invigorating.

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Before beginning the treatment proper, a special machine was used to spray distilled water all over my hair. The machine is powered by nano technology which allows tiny water molecules to penetrate the hair follicles more effectively for better absorption of the Mucota Scena+ later on.

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Using advances in material-sciences and biotechnology, Scena+ restores and protects hair by focusing on replacing important natural elements that make up the intercellular components in hair. Scena+ is a new exquisite treatment from Mucota that restores hair internally using ingredients found in hair itself.

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First step: Adel – Moisture Base Treatment

Adel contains a mixture of 4 kinds of ceramides, cholesterol and phytosphingosine that can be found in natural ceramide. It is applied to freshly shampooed hair and then rinsed off. This step creates ideal conditions for treatment by deep hydration and restoration of natural hair elements, making hair soft and hydrated.

Second step: Brava – Intensive Hair Repair

Brava contains 5 different hair repair elements to target different kinds of damage to hair. A net-like structure in hair is created that prevents essential elements from flowing out and improves texture at the same time.

Third step: Calore – Lustre Protect and Seal

Finally, Calore protects hair cuticle by restoring its hydrophobic surface. It prolongs treatment effects in hair via super lipidure; coating the outer cuticle with a 7-layered lamellar liquid crystal nano-structure and creating a pseudo-cuticle, keeping hair shiny, smooth and silky.

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Heat is applied to ensure that the goodness of the treatment products get absorbed into my hair! I went for a final hair wash after about 15 minutes.

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I felt like a different person as I stepped out of Kenjo salon. My hair was no longer dry and lifeless. Instead, it was so smooth, silky and bouncy that I could not resist touching my hair every now and then!

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Kenjo Hair Salon has been running its Christmas promotion consisting of specially selected Mucota AIRE products which you can use in the comfort of your own home! Both packages even come with a free mini styling iron! Definitely something you would want to bring along for your overseas trips! For more info on the individual products and its functions, please refer here. HURRY! Only a few sets left!

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I would definitely recommend the Mucota Scena+ hair treatment as a regular treatment to pamper your tresses and what’s really awesome is that it takes only about an hour, so you can even consider popping by Kenjo salon during your lunch time! For new customers, call 62388083 to make an appointment and don’t forget to quote “Missuschewy” to enjoy 15% off all hair services at Kenjo!

Kenjo Salon
68 Orchard Road
#04-72
Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 6238 8083 (New customers quote “Missuschewy’ for 15% off)
Email: kenjosalon@singnet.com.sg

Opening Hours:
Daily
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Sharp Ultrasonic Washer Eliminates Various Stains!

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“What’s that?”, you ask. It’s a really cool gadget that all mummies need to get their hands on! This is especially true if you find yourself having to deal with tons of stains day in and day out. Food stains, coffee stains, makeup stains, poop stains, and the list doesn’t end here! There were at least a couple of occasions where I actually had to toss out stained clothings because they were beyond hope. Such a waste right? I know! However, with my latest toy, the SHARP Ultrasonic Washer has proven itself to be effective against various stains!

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SHARP Ultrasonic Washer introduces a revolutionary new way to treat spots stains on clothing without damaging fabrics. It looks really sleek and it is also portable.

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By producing ultrasonic vibration up to 38,000 strokes per second via the tip of the washer, various types of stains can be eliminated in just THREE simple steps – Soak, Trace and Rinse! No more incessant rubbing is needed! I first tried the washer on the girls’ clothes, and was pleasantly surprised to see how the SHARP Ultrasonic Washer works like magic! Yellowish stains were gone in a jiffy and the previously stained clothes now look as good as new!

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Just to show you how the SHARP Ultrasonic Washer works, I smeared some makeup foundation on a piece of towel.

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Step One: Soak

Stained fabrics MUST be first soaked in a fair amount of water for the washer to work.

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Step Two: Trace

When turned on, the tip of the washer will start to generate ultrasonic vibration, which in turn causes cavitation bubbles inside the water. During the tracing step, the bubble implosion has high energy to remove stains.

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Step Three: Rinse

After most of the stain has been removed, the last step is to rinse the fabric!

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The stain has been removed! Perfect for pre-treating stains before machine washing! You may also check out my video on IG and FB on the stain removal using SHARP Ultrasonic Washer!

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I love how portable the SHARP Ultrasonic Washer is! It operates on USB rechargeable battery and doesn’t require the use of cables attached to a fixed electrical supply, making it extremely convenient! SHARP Ultrasonic Washer is currently available at any SHARP authorized dealer shops. For enquiries, please contact SHARP Singapore.

Crawfurd Medical Centre: High Intensity Fat Ablation, Ultra Cavitation and Radiofrequency Body Slimming Review

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Hey chewy friends! Have you read my previous post about my Fractional CO2 Resurfacing Laser treatment experience with Crawfurd Medical Centre? Crawfurd Medical is a one stop facility that provides GP, Health Screening and Aesthetic Services in Suntec City. It is very convenient for people like me because I didn’t have to go to different places to seek treatment to address the issues that I have. Besides the skin laser treatment which I did for my face, I also underwent body contouring sessions at Crawfurd! I like the fact that I only had to consult Dr. Peter Chen for these two areas of concern and also, I could schedule both the face and body treatments in the same day. The treatment sessions took place back to back, in the same treatment room, which was certainly hassle-free for me! Although I had lost most of the weight which I gained during my second pregnancy, there are still trouble areas with excess fat that I want to get rid of. My most problematic areas are actually my thunder thighs which have plagued me since my childhood days! When I was still in junior college, I embarked on a very strict diet and exercise regimen, and lost quite a fair bit of weight. However, to my dismay, my thunder thighs were still present and it was difficult to fit into a decent pair of jeans! Well, the good news is, there IS a way to remove these stubborn fats!

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Dr. Chen proposed three types of slimming treatments that would benefit me. On top of that, he reviewed my diet and introduced me the Ketogenic diet, which is essentially a low-carb, high-fat diet that will contribute to weight loss. About a month ago, I had my first session of High Intensity Ultrasound Fat Ablation treatment, which is non-invasive and very effective in destroying fat cells, and for my case, spot reduction. The procedure involves high intensity ultrasound burning fat cells underneath the skin in a matrix and pulling underlying skin tighter. The best part? High Intensity Ultrasound Fat Ablation destroys existing fat cells PERMANENTLY, where they go into the lymphatic system and are subsequently eliminated outside the body! Stubborn fats, be gone!

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As with all slimming treatments, measurements of my thighs were taken after I had changed into a robe. Elaine and Kate proceeded to mark out areas on my thighs for the high intensity ultrasound procedure later on. This acts as a guide to ensure that all areas of my thighs are covered during the treatment process.

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Ultrasound gel was applied all over my thighs before beginning the treatment as it enables the ultrasound waves to be transmitted from the probe to the tissues beneath the skin.

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Heat from the high intensity ultrasound eliminates unwanted fat cells and as much as 2cm of fat can be reduced in just one session! This procedure is extremely effective and optimal results are achievable in few sessions. I didn’t feel any pain during the treatment but just a slight itchy and tingling sensation at times. Immediately after the treatment, my legs felt very sore. It was as though I had just stepped out from the gym. The soreness lasted only for a few hours and I would say that there is no downtime at all. The High Intensity Fat Ablation treatment can only be done once in two months and optimal results can be seen in about 8 weeks.

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I also got to experience Ultrasound Cavitation and Radio Frequency Slimming treatments. Both are delivered by the same machine, so I got to experience these treatments in the same session. Ultrasound Cavitation uses low frequency ultrasound to cause mechanical disruption of the fat cell membranes, causing them to burst. The treated fat tissue is then removed through the lymphatics. Ultrasound Cavitation is best used as a general treatment of fatty areas, and is recommended for body shaping and contouring, skin tightening and toning, as well as reduction of cellulite. The only downside of this treatment is that there is a ringing sound which can be quite irritating initially, but after a while, I got used to the sound. The level of the suction or intensity can be adjusted accordingly to one’s threshold for pain, so this is definitely bearable! The other slimming treatment uses vacuum assisted radiofrequency and infrared to reduce the size of fat cells. It helps to reduce water retention in the interstitial tissues and tightens the overlying skin to prevent a saggy appearance post fat reduction! Both the Ultrasound Cavitation and Radio Frequency Slimming treatments last about 20 minutes each and can be carried out once every two weeks.

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My thunder thighs used to be so much bigger than this! Just after one session of High Intensity Fat Ablation, and two sessions of Ultrasound Cavitation and Radiofrequency Slimming, I can now fit into my shorts better and they don’t feel that tight anymore! These treatments can also be done on the tummy, arms and face! Definitely worth considering in the near future!

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I used to avoid wearing horizontal stripes for fear of making my legs look wider than they already are. After these body contouring treatments at Crawfurd Medical Centre, the visible results certainly boosted my confidence and I no longer feel so self-conscious when I’m in shorts or stripes! I will definitely recommend the High Intensity Ultrasound Fat Ablation, Ultrasound Cavitation and Radiofrequency Slimming treatments to anyone who wants to embrace a slimmer physique, or to get rid of unwanted stubborn fats!

Here’s a piece of good news for my readers, simply quote “CMCxCharlene” to enjoy the following offers at Crawfurd Medical:

Slimming Program @ $1,000: Consists of 1 session High Intensity Fat Ablation + Radio Frequency AND 3 Sessions of Radio Frequency + Ultrasound Cavitation
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Optional add on: 1 session of High Intensity Fat Ablation + Radio Frequency @ $600.

CRAWFURD MEDICAL
3, Temasek Boulevard, #02-482, Suntec City Mall (North Wing between Tower 1 & 2), Singapore 038983
Mondays to Fridays: 8.30 am to 6.00 pm
Saturdays: 8.30 am to 1.00 pm
Sundays & Public Holidays: CLOSED
Call 6804 9579 to book an appointment today!