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PROMO PERIOD
The promo runs from September 1, 2026 (12:01 AM) to November 30, 2026 (11:59 PM).
Coverage: Nationwide (Philippines – NCR and other regions).
HOW TO JOIN / SUBMIT AN ENTRY
Customers are entitled to join the raffle by purchasing and submitting a valid entry, as follows:
1. BUY. Buy any EQ Diapers worth at least Php150.00 in a single receipt at any participating merchant or e-commerce platform, and keep the receipt.
Participating Brands: All EQ Diapers (EQ Dry, EQ Pants, EQ Plus, EQ Colors).
Participating SKUs:
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- EQ Dry – Mini Pack, Travel Pack, Econo Pack, Jumbo Pack, Mega Pack, Gift Box
- EQ Pants – Mini Pack, Budget Pack, Big Pack, Jumbo Pack, Mega Pack, Sulit Box
- EQ Plus – Mini Pack, Budget Pack, Big Pack, Jumbo Pack
- EQ Colors – Mini Pack, Budget Pack, Big Pack, Jumbo Pack
2. UPLOAD. Visit the official EQ Diapers Facebook page, start a conversation on Messenger, tap JOIN PROMO, and upload a clear photo of the receipt. For purchases made in Lazada, provide the fulfilled order number instead of a receipt; the order number is verified as fulfilled by the platform before it is considered a valid entry.
3. INSTANT VALIDATION. The chatbot uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to validate the receipt instantly. A valid entry must clearly show: Merchant/Store Name; Receipt Number; SKUs of participating EQ products; Total amount purchased; and Date and time of transaction.
PARTICIPATING MERCHANTS
Modern Trade and General Trade outlets and E-Commerce Platforms, as listed below:
OTHER PARTICIPATING SUPERMARKETS, GROCERIES, AND DRUGSTORES NATIONWIDE
ELECTRONIC RAFFLE REGISTRATION
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES
The deadline for submission of entries is November 30, 2026 (11:59 PM). Only entries submitted within the promo period (September 1, 2026, 12:01 AM to November 30, 2026, 11:59 PM), supported by receipts dated within the same period, are considered valid. The time reflected in the Rakso CT system shall be the official and controlling time; in case of discrepancies or complaints, the system timestamp shall prevail.
Qualified entries must: (a) be registered to the promo via EQ Diapers’ Facebook Messenger; (b) be submitted within the promo period; (c) be present in the Rakso CT system database within the promo duration; and (d) for monthly and grand prizes, be supported by physical possession of the original winning official receipt or sales invoice (or, for Lazada, a screenshot of the transaction)
— NO RECEIPT, NO PRIZE.
Invalid entries include:
Entries from participants who are not registered to the promo;
- Entries from participants who do not meet the qualifications or possess a disqualification;
- Entries without physical possession of the original winning receipt (for monthly and grand prizes);
- Lazada order numbers not part of the fulfilled-orders database of Lazada and JS Unitrade Merchandise, Inc.;
- Entries that do not comply with the mechanics, or which are tainted with fraud or improper action;
- Entries with invalid receipts, sales invoices, or Lazada order numbers; and
- Entries sent before or after the promo duration, or with receipts dated outside the validity period.
DETERMINATION OF WINNERS (DATE / TIME / VENUE)
Instant and Daily prizes are awarded via system-generated random selection (using a randomizer); no physical draw takes place.
Monthly and Grand Prize winners are determined via an Electronic Raffle Draw conducted at the Rakso CT office, or virtually, in the presence of an authorized representative from the DTI.
The Monthly Draws select ten (10) winners of the Jollibee Kiddie Party Package E-Gift Certificate per draw (thirty [30] monthly winners in total);
The two (2) Grand Prize winners of Php150,000.00 cash each are determined via one (1) Grand Draw held at the end of the promo period.
All draws are announced on the official EQ Diapers Facebook page.
The Board of Judges is composed of duly authorized representatives from Rakso CT and JS Unitrade Merchandise, Inc., witnessed by a DTI representative. Once a person becomes a monthly or grand prize winner, his/her other non-winning entries remain part of the succeeding e-raffle draws; however, monthly winners are not included in the Grand Draw. As a control measure, Rakso CT generates the list of qualified participants before each draw and provides the list of winners to the DTI after verification, together with any disqualified winner(s) and the reason(s) for disqualification.
GAME: Instant & Daily Prizes (Randomizer):
Upon submission of a valid receipt or invoice, the participant gets a chance to instantly win a Jollibee e-Gift food voucher, determined by a system-generated randomization process using a randomizer. Winning is based on chance and is not guaranteed for every valid receipt; this eliminates the need for a physical draw. Participants who win instant and daily prizes may still win in the Monthly Raffle Draw.
RAFFLE: Monthly & Grand Prizes (Raffle Draw):
Participants who submit valid receipts within the promo period earn entries to the raffle draws (including those who have already won instant and daily prizes). All qualified entries are pooled and winners are drawn electronically in the presence of a DTI representative.
CLAIMING/REDEMPTION PERIOD
All prizes and e-voucher codes remain claimable/redeemable within sixty (60) days after the last day of the promo period (until January 29, 2027).
TAXES AND OTHER EXPENSES
All taxes (including the 20% withholding tax for prizes exceeding Php10,000.00) and other expenses that may be incurred in relation to the prizes shall be shouldered by EQ Diapers / JS Unitrade Merchandise, Inc. All non-cash prizes and the Php150,000.00 cash Grand Prize are tax-free to the winners.
CONVERTIBILITY / TRANSFERABILITY OF PRIZES
All non-cash prizes are non-transferable and non-convertible to cash.
NOTIFICATION AND ANNOUNCEMENT OF WINNERS
Instant-prize winners are notified immediately by the bot upon submission. For Jollibee e-voucher winners, the chatbot sends a claiming link within 24 to 48 hours after notification; the e-voucher is delivered to the registered mobile number and email address.
Monthly and Grand Prize winners are notified via Facebook Messenger and a phone call from Confabia using the registered mobile number, and are verified by a JSU Customer Service Representative, who will: validate the registration details (Name, Year of Birth, Mobile Number, and Email Address); confirm the participant has read and understood the terms and conditions; confirm physical possession of the original winning receipt/sales invoice (or Lazada screenshot); and require the winner to read aloud the receipt details (Merchant Name, Receipt Number, participating EQ SKUs, Total amount, and Date/time of transaction). Verification calls are made for a maximum of two (2) tries per day for seven (7) days (fourteen [14] attempts); if the winner remains unreachable, the organizers proceed to the next drawn name.
Only the names of duly qualified winners are announced and posted on the official EQ Diapers Facebook page.
WIN-ONCE RULE
A customer can only win once per prize category per draw. If a participant is drawn more than once in a single draw, the prize with the higher value is awarded. Winners of instant and daily prizes may still win in the raffle draws; however, monthly winners are not included in the Grand Draw. One unique receipt, sales invoice, or Lazada order number has a chance to win one (1) instant/daily prize and/or one (1) monthly or grand raffle prize.
WHERE TO CLAIM PRIZES
Grand Prize cash winners residing in Metro Manila shall claim at the JSU Office (Marco Polo Ortigas); provincial winners shall claim at the nearest JSU Warehouse or Satellite Office (Bulacan, Cebu, Iloilo, CDO, or Laguna). Jollibee e-voucher prizes are claimed online via the claiming link sent through Messenger and delivered to the registered mobile number and email address.
REQUIREMENTS TO CLAIM THE PRIZE
To claim the prize, the winner must be present and show two (2) valid IDs (e.g., driver’s license, passport) and present the original winning official (tape) receipt or sales invoice (or, for Lazada, a screenshot of the transaction). Winning receipts or sales invoices must be tamper-free at the time of presentation. NO RECEIPT, NO PRIZE for the monthly and grand prize winners.
CLAIMING THROUGH AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
If the winner cannot personally claim the prize, an authorized representative may do so by presenting a signed authorization letter from the winner, a copy of the winner’s valid ID, the winning receipt or sales invoice, and proof of relationship.
CLAIM PERIOD
Prizes should be claimed within sixty (60) days after the last day of the promo period (until January 29, 2027) from receipt of notice, or they will be forfeited in favor of JS Unitrade Merchandise, Inc. with prior approval of the DTI. If a presumed winner has lost the winning receipt or sales invoice, the case shall be subject to the Rules and Regulations Implementing Republic Act No. 7394 (Consumer Act of the Philippines); the organizers will draw another winner and proceed with verification until the prize is awarded to a duly verified and validated winning entry.
DISQUALIFICATION
Employees of JS Unitrade Merchandise, Inc. (including its principals, subsidiaries, affiliates, and agency partners), Rakso Computer Technology, Inc., participating merchants, and Confabia (the customer-service agency), as well as the organizers of the promo and their relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity or affinity, are disqualified from joining this promo.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Data Privacy: JS Unitrade Merchandise, Inc. may use the registration data according to its privacy policy. By joining, the participant consents to the collection of their child’s birthdate, used only to determine the correct diaper size should they win. All personal data is processed in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), with the consent of the parent/legal guardian.
The winner agrees to have his/her name and photo included in advertisements and other related materials.
The organizers may announce a win through various media and locations but are not responsible for unauthorized use by others.
The participant will not hold the organizers liable for any claims or legal issues related to participation, and may not reproduce, sell, or modify any part of the promo websites or platforms for commercial purposes.
The organizers assume no responsibility for incorrect or incomplete information caused by third parties, hackers, or technical issues; technical problems (hardware/software failures, lost connections, malfunctions); issues with mobile numbers (errors, theft, unauthorized access); or problems with participant submissions. JS Unitrade Merchandise, Inc. and its affiliates are not liable for any damages or losses arising from participation or use of the prizes; prizes are provided “as is” without warranties.
The organizers may cancel or suspend the promotion, subject to DTI approval, in the event of force majeure or any circumstance beyond their control that affects the fairness and integrity of the promotion (e.g., computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, technical failures, network malfunction).
Fraud or improper actions in participating or claiming prizes will disqualify the participant or winner. By joining, all participants are presumed to have read, understood, agreed to, and abided by the promo’s complete rules and regulations.
DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-263388 Series of 2026
How to Share Early Parenting Responsibilities
It took both you and your partner to make this adorable, little poop-maker. So, it only makes sense that the child-rearing responsibilities be shared between you as well. In fact, a researcher from the University of Missouri (MU) found that husbands and wives are happier when household and child-related responsibilities are shared.
“Wives in our study viewed father involvement and participation in household chores as related,” says Adam Galovan, a doctoral student in the MU Department of Human Development and Family Studies. “Doing household chores and engaging with the children seem to be important ways for husbands to connect with their wives, and that connection is related to better couple relationships.”
Sharing parenting responsibilities not only helps lighten the workload but also strengthens your relationship and allows both parents to build meaningful bonds with their baby.
No matter how you look at it, divided tasks lead to a happy and more balanced household. Here are some tips on how to share the load.
Balance Doesn’t Always Mean 50/50
The same number of tasks doesn’t necessarily mean a balanced distribution of responsibilities. While your tasks might take you 30 minutes to accomplish, your partner’s might take a little longer to complete. So instead of quantifying chores, try to find the balance where both of you feel supported, appreciated, productive, valuable, and happy.
A good example of finding balance is using the differences in your body clocks to your advantage. If your partner is nocturnal, maybe he can take over the nighttime duties while you take over for most of the following day.
Communicate Openly (you aren’t the babies)
Don’t expect your partner to know what to do every time. If you’re overwhelmed, tired, or simply need a break, let your partner know. Keeping frustrations to yourself may eventually lead to resentment or unnecessary arguments.
If you decide not to speak up and just “take one for the team,” it may lead to negative feelings that are expressed in a furious or passive-aggressive manner later on. If you want your partner to tend to your needs, verbalize them.
Be Specific About What You Need
Be specific about the things you need your partner to do. Instead of plainly saying you need his help, ask him to do the specific tasks you can’t accommodate, such as feeding the baby, putting the baby to sleep, or going for a diaper run while you’re breastfeeding. Being specific helps meet your needs.
Be firm
Taking care of a newborn is a lot of work, and both parents are expected to be involved. While this is expected, the involvement is grossly unbalanced for many couples. Keep the balance by being firm about it.
Studies show that men take cues from their wives regarding what they’re supposed to do; in this, your husband looks to you for direction. This then goes back to verbalizing. Speak up, specify tasks, and be firm about them.
Respect Each Other’s Parenting Style
You and your spouse may have different parenting styles; something that works for you may not work for your husband.
For example, you may each have your own way of changing a diaper, soothing a crying baby, or putting your baby to sleep. As long as your baby is safe, comfortable, and well cared for, there’s often more than one right way to accomplish a task.
Simply accept that your partner’s methods may be different from yours. The less you criticize him, the more he will be willing to help with baby duties. Finally, remember the saying “it takes two to tango”. You and your partner are a team, so find a way to utilize each other’s strengths. Don’t forget to commend each other on the jobs well done; reward each other too. How you do so is entirely up to you.
Sharing parenting responsibilities isn’t about making every task exactly equal—it’s about creating a partnership where both parents feel supported and valued.
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How to Prepare Your Home for a New Baby
Bringing your newborn home is one of the most exciting milestones for any family. But along with the excitement comes a long checklist of things to prepare—from setting up the nursery to making sure your home is clean, safe, and ready for your baby’s arrival.
Despite reading parenting books and taking advice from family and friends, many new moms and dads quickly discover that caring for a newborn takes far more time and attention than they expected. Balancing baby care with household responsibilities can be challenging, especially during the first few weeks. Therefore, your home must be baby-ready so you can focus all your attention on your family’s newest member.
Here are some handy tips on preparing your home for the baby’s homecoming:
Clean Your House Thoroughly
Infants are highly vulnerable to bacteria and viruses. With their immune system just gearing up for life ahead, it’s important to eliminate the risk of exposing them to pathogens. Disinfect the house before the baby comes home.
If your family is prone to allergies, keep all allergens away. Similarly, do not use harsh chemicals in cleaning the house as they could leave unwanted residue that can harm your baby.
Make sure your baby’s room is ready before your due date. Keep essentials like diapers, wipes, feeding supplies, extra clothes, and blankets within easy reach.
Prepare Your Baby’s Bathing Area
Prepare and disinfect the area where your baby will be bathed. Take note that their umbilical cord stumps are still healing, so make sure that the area where you will wash them is clean to avoid infecting your baby’s wound.
Until the stump naturally falls off, follow your healthcare provider’s instructions on proper cord care and sponge bathing if recommended.
Keep Household Pets at a Safe Distance
Some babies, particularly those with weakened immune systems, may be more sensitive to pet dander or saliva.
Keep pets away from the baby’s room to avoid exposure to animal fur and saliva, which can trigger allergic reactions. Even though pets may be tame enough not to hurt the baby, never leave pets alone in the same room as your baby under any circumstances.
Baby-Proof Your Home Early
Although it’ll still be a few months before your baby starts crawling, start thinking about baby-proofing the house.
Cover all sharp and jagged edges, as well as unused electric outlets. Store all knives, scissors, and other harmful materials safely out of the baby’s reach. Keep them out of the way.
Prepare for Emergencies
Your baby’s first few weeks in the house are critical, as this is when they are most susceptible to all kinds of diseases. Babies who have been to the NICU (Newborn Intensive Care Unit), premature babies, and babies born with complications have a higher rate of re-hospitalization.
Always be prepared for an emergency. Keep a list of emergency numbers in the house and learn the fastest route to the nearest hospital. Make sure that you can reach your baby’s pediatrician for emergencies. Also, keep a packed bag with your baby’s clothes in the room in case you need to stay at the hospital. This way, if an emergency occurs, all you have to do is grab the bag and go to the hospital.
Prepare Easy-to-Heat Meals
First-time parents may find it difficult to adjust to sleepless nights, especially if their baby is colicky. It is advised to keep and refrigerate some quick-to-cook meals a few days in advance, so it would be more convenient for the couple to prepare meals without taking too much time from focusing on their baby.
Get Your Home Ready for Your Baby
Infant care takes more work than most people think. First-time parents soon realize that reading about infant care in books and doing it in real life are miles apart. With their attention focused entirely on taking care of the baby, having everything else prepared and out of the way will surely be of great help in reducing the number of sleepless nights ahead of them.
We hope you found this guide helpful. If you have any questions about our products or need additional assistance, our EQ support team is always ready to help.
How to Sleep Better During Pregnancy: Countering Sleep Disturbances During Pregnancy
Moms are used to sleepless nights when their little ones finally come home. However, what many don’t know is that sleep deprivation is prevalent during pregnancy.
In fact, a National Sleep Foundation poll called Women and Sleep determined that 78% of the respondents reported poorer sleep during pregnancy than at any other time. Women also reported feeling more fatigued during their pregnancies, specifically during the first and third trimesters.
With the all-nighters coming in as early as the first trimester, you’ll want to do what you can to keep conditions ideal for a good night’s rest. That said, here are some common causes of sleep disturbances and simple measures to counter them.
First Trimester
Generally, expect fatigue to hit hard during the first trimester because of the increase in the hormone progesterone. Your body also tends to tire easily as it undergoes the gestation process, which means you’ll be sharing energy with your fetus. Below are other causes of sleep disturbances during the first trimester.
Frequent Urination
Your uterus pushes against your bladder as your baby grows, leading to an unfavorable increase in bathroom breaks.
Counter:
Avoid drinking fluids after 6 PM. Reducing liquid intake a few hours before bedtime reduces bathroom frequency; it also helps if you go to the bathroom before sleeping.
Body Aches
Body aches seem to be abundant during pregnancy. Your breasts will swell, and you will experience pelvic cramps, as well as other random body pains.
Counter:
Pain medication is a no-no unless suggested by your doctor. However, try to exercise or engage in physical activity early in the day. Good workouts (as well as being physically tired!) promote deep sleep. Ask your doctor what type of exercise is allowed.
Nausea
Nausea during pregnancy isn’t time-sensitive, so expect it to hit even at ungodly hours – even during nighttime when you’re trying to sleep.
Counter:
Keep saltine crackers ready. Crackers have high starch content that helps absorb stomach acid.
Second Trimester
The second trimester is often defined as the easiest phase of pregnancy. However, while this trimester is when you’ll get the most sleep, you won’t quite be free of nighttime challenges yet.
Heartburn
As your baby grows, it now puts pressure on your stomach. This pushes the acid from the stomach up into the esophagus, which causes heartburn. Lying down makes it worse.
Counter:
Digestion takes longer during pregnancy, so speed up the process by staying upright after dinner. Sit up while watching TV or read a book for a few hours, while seated before lying down. Also, avoid spicy, fried, and acidic food, such as tomatoes and citrus fruits, among others.
Leg Cramps
While the exact cause of leg cramps during pregnancy isn’t determined, they can very well cut into your sleep time.
Counter:
Avoid carbonated beverages as they weaken your ability to metabolize calcium, and an imbalance in calcium can lead to cramps. At the same time, go for calcium-rich food such as pasteurized dairy products and dark, leafy vegetables.
Nightmares
With much to consider, thoughts tend to race through pregnant women’s minds till the wee hours of the night. When they do find solace in slumber, the stress and anxiety can morph into vivid nightmares.
Counter:
Engage in calming techniques like listening to soothing music or reading a book. Feeling anxious is unavoidable, but there are exercises to help put you in an easier state of mind. Meditation and yoga are great exercises for this.
Third Trimester
Expect nighttime turbulence to spike back up during the final trimester. You may wake up more times a night during this stretch compared to the first trimester. The following are the common sleep disturbances during the third trimester:
Back Pain
The majority of women experience back pain at this stage due to the extra weight they are carrying, as this is the point in pregnancy where they are at their largest.
Counter:
Lying on your back may induce snoring and cut off a little circulation to your unborn baby. To avoid this, simply sleep on your side and add pillows if it makes you more comfortable. If snoring persists, see a specialist and have your airflow monitored.
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Some women experience Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), where they feel like insects are crawling on their legs. Those lacking in iron and folate are more susceptible to this syndrome.
Counter:
Evening walks and light leg massages help with RLS. Include lots of fortified grains and dark leafy greens in your diet to make up for the iron and folate deficiency.
Extra Tips for Better Sleep During Pregnancy
No matter which trimester you’re in, these healthy sleep habits may help you rest more comfortably:
- Exercise for at least 30 minutes most days, unless your doctor advises otherwise.
- If you can’t fall asleep after about 20 minutes, get out of bed and do a relaxing activity until you feel sleepy again.
- Take short daytime naps between 2 PM and 4 PM if needed. Limit naps to around 20 to 30 minutes so they don’t interfere with nighttime sleep.
- Keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet to create a sleep-friendly environment.
- Use supportive pregnancy pillows to relieve pressure on your back, hips, and belly.
- Avoid caffeine later in the day and eat lighter meals close to bedtime whenever possible.
We hope this article has been helpful. For any product inquiries or if you need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our EQ support team.
References:
References:
http://www.webmd.com/baby/features/sleep-soundly-during-pregnancy
https://sleepfoundation.org/sleep-topics/pregnancy-and-sleep
