Celebrity Moms Share Back-to-School Struggles: You’re Not Alone

Jolina Magdangal, Dimples Romana, and Angeline Quinto share how GCash helps provide everyday gaan for moms

School’s officially back, and with it the early mornings, baon prep, never-ending shopping lists, and long days for parents – especially moms. In the newest episode of Mommy, G Ka Na?, celebrity host and mom of two Jolina Magdangal-Escueta opens up about the pressure of balancing her numerous responsibilities during the back-to-school season.

Together with guests Dimples Romana and Angeline Quinto, the candid conversation turns personal, and the three moms share personal stories, smart strategies, and comforting words for moms who may be overwhelmed with the back-to-school rush. They remind each other, “Hindi mo kailangang gawin lahat mag-isa.”

Amid the laughs and real talk, Jolina, Angeline, and Dimples reveal some of their back-to- school survival tricks. Angeline, for example, swears by the power of a cute lunchbox (or fun shapes) to get her kids to eat. “Kahit simpleng sandwich lang, basta cute ang baunan, ganado na agad si Sylvio,” she shares.

She and Jolina also agree that fancy recipes aren’t necessary. Instead, a little bit of creativity and a whole lot of love go a long way. As Jolina puts it, “Hindi kailangang mahal ang baon, basta punong-puno ng effort at love, ramdam ‘yan ng mga anak natin.”

Then there’s the never-ending to-do list. Groceries, bills, errands. Sometimes, when schedules get too packed, there are things forgotten along the way. For when it gets overwhelming, the three moms all agree - shopping online and paying with GCash is the ultimate lifesaver. While doing the laundry or helping with their kids’ homework, they can check off items on their grocery list without even leaving the house!

Dimples, meanwhile, brings up the challenges she faces having to keep up with the constant stream of expenses once the school year starts. From school projects and extracurricular activities to unexpected gastos, the financial pressure doesn’t end after enrollment.

“Kala mo tapos ka na, pero may bagong shoes, uniforms, at pang-extracurricular pa pala,” she opens up. Her solution? Breaking down the big-ticket items. With GCash’s GGives, she can split purchases like gadgets or sports gear into smaller payments, with zero down payment needed.

And of course, there are the surprise expenses – like when emergencies happen. For those moments, Jolina reminds viewers that they can lean on GCredit, which provides users with a credit line of up to PHP 50,000.

Angeline Quinto, Jolina Magdangal-Escueta and Dimples Romana

For even bigger needs like tuition fees, there’s also GLoan, which lets users borrow up to PHP 150,000 instantly, with affordable terms and quick disbursement straight to their GCash wallet. “At least alam mong may masasandalan ka. Hindi ka kakabahan agad,” they agree. It's peace of mind for those who are faced with unexpected expenses before payday.

Watch Mommy, G Ka Na? online

Throughout the episodes, a recurring theme emerges: moms can learn a lot from other moms. “Okay lang humingi ng tulong,” Jolina reminds viewers. “May mga kapwa mommy, may mga tools — tulungan tayo.”

Stream Mommy, G Ka Na? on the official GCash YouTube channel. Join the conversation online with fellow moms finding gaan and ginhawa in every stage of school-year parenting by following @gcashofficial on Instagram and Facebook.

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Ogie Alcasid partners with World Vision Philippines for birthday concert

It's advanced happy birthday to the man, Ogie da Pogi aka Ogie Alcasid, as he celebrates his 50th year of existence. And to give back to the blessings he received from being a successful singer, songwriter and father of 3, he, together with World Vision Philippines, holds a special benefit concert on August 25, 7:30pm at the Kia Theater in Araneta Center, Quezon City.

The concert dubbed #NakakaLOKAL includes an all-OPM repertoire together with the country's best singers including Jaya, Erik Santos, Angeline Quinto, Basti Artadi, Lara Maigue, Inigo Pascual, Kyla, Yeng Constantino, Solenn Heussaff, Men and Music, Davey Langit and more.

Richard Supat, Ogie Alcasid and June Godornes (World Vision PH)

His daughter Leila Alcasid will also be part of the event as she was also a World Vision volunteer in Australia and will be singing songs composed by her father. A first in more upcoming engagements with the father and daughter tandem giving the world great music.

The program is for the benefit of World Vision Philippines and collected funds will be used for the rescue of children from exploitation and violence. A cause that is very important to us to save the future and next generations. A former World Vision beneficiary, Richard Supat, will also be performing with the OPM artists in a special number. See a sample duet from Ogie and Richard below:

Tickets are selling at Ticket prices are at P3,000 (VIP,) P1,500 (Orchestra A,) P1,000 (Orchestra B,) P800 (Loge,) and P500 (Balcony).
This event is presented by World Vision and A-Team in cooperation with PLDT Home.

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