Who says Ninoy Aguino Day is only for the Philippines’ most patriotic of hearts? This day is for every Filipino, including those who are in their gist of pregnancy. Pregnancy is never a hindrance in joining the nation in commemorating our hero. You don’t have to wait after pregnancy to show your appreciation to our hero, Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. This article highlights three of the many ways to do during pregnancy on Ninoy Aquino Day.
Pregnancy activity tip 1: Get to know more about your hero
The best way to know the greatness in a man is by getting to know more about him. You will surely find one that speaks about Ninoy Aquino in a comprehensive and interesting way. So, why not watch a tribute or read about his life story during pregnancy? It is best to do this now so that after pregnancy you are already fitted to tell your child who Ninoy Aquino is and which part of our history he touched.
Pregnancy activity tip 2: Plan a weekend getaway
Why wait after pregnancy? You can still travel if you want. Going out during pregnancy is hale and hearty for you and your baby. Why? Which do you think is healthy for your pregnancy? Is it by staying still in a jaded, lonesome room or is it by a fairly weekend getaway with loved ones filled with thrills, cheers, and hearty laughter? Isn’t the answer all too plain and simple? Thus, on Ninoy Aquino Day, which happens to be on Sunday, don’t wait after pregnancy for a weekend getaway. Set off at your heart’s delight and “democratic” spirit.
Pregnancy activity tip 3: Invite friends
Okay. Your doctor says you really cannot go far because of pregnancy and health reasons. If you can travel only after pregnancy and not during pregnancy, you can still have fun on this day by inviting your friends for a hearty chat over a sumptuous meal. Best if you set up the mood by embellishing your house with yellow (or Ninoy Aquino-inspired) theme.
These pregnancy-friendly activity tips on Ninoy Aquino Day are just a few of the many ways to celebrate during pregnancy. Remember, August 21 is a non-working holiday and it’s on Sunday. Thus, it may also be the day to bond together with the family under one faith. If you will ever attend masses on that day, it would be great to include a few lines of prayer to thank God for a man of such spirit and valor, and who zealously faced his death in utterance: “Filipinos are worth dying for.”
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