Make This Cool Store Your Family Hangout Spot This Weekend!

How can you resist a store that's named "Hoy Bata"? The couple behind Coco Haven, a brand of baby care coconut-based products, put it up to so they had a physical store to show their items. But they also call it a collaborative store because while it carries products from different brands, it also serves as a creative space where even workshops can be held.

As soon as you see the silly scribblings on its storefront windows and step inside the rustic interiors, you know it's a nice hangout spot for parents and kids. There are tables with benches for mom and dad, a kiddie corner with toys and books, and shelves and racks filled with child-care, kids, and home items. 

If you find yourself at Hoy Bata, here are some suggestions to take home with you.

Snacks for the whole family

Hoy Bata has an array of snacks available including The Golden Munchies Salted Egg potato chips (Php150) and Sugar Sensation Lactation Chocoflakes (Php260).

Coco Haven Subtle Touch Set

Coco Haven is known for their gentle products made with virgin coconut oil. This particular set (that grown-ups can use too) is a best-seller among parents! Baby Hair and Body Wash (Php585), Nappy Rash Cream (Php198), and Baby Lotion (Php162)

Lucas' Papaw Ointment

You can't go wrong with a multifunctional product! The well-loved Lucas' Papaw Ointment can soothe minor cuts, chapped lips, rashes, insect bites, and dry areas. It's a celeb favorite, too. Lucas' Papaw Ointment 25g tube (Php330)

Baby accessories

Made in England, Caflon earrings are safe for babies, kids, and grown-ups with sensitive ears. They're guaranteed sterile and are made of surgical steel. Their classic, simple designs make great first earrings to little girls who have recently had their ears pierced. Caflon Sterile Earrings (starts at Php200) 

Because we're fully aware of how nerve-racking it can be to cut those tiny nails! Nail files make the job a lot less scary since there's no snipping or cutting involved. These come in small sizes and cute colors. Baby nail file (Php120 each)

Breastfeeding products

Hoy Bata has racks of nursing covers and breastfeeding-friendly dresses (Habe Infinity Shawl is Php400). Their shelves also contain lactation treats and supplements, and breast pump models and accessories (Unna breast pumps starts at Php 1,500).

KaieaCreative Handmade Crayons

We're all for products that support a child's creativity and learning. It's a plus if it keeps a hyper kiddo busy and gives mom a little bit of time for herself. KaieaCreative Handmade Crayons, with its fun shapes, will entice any kid to try their hand at art! KaieaCreative 6-piece crayon set (starts at Php100)

Reusable straws

Caring for the environment starts with simple steps. Bring your own utensil set and drinks container when you head out. Consider getting reusable straws for the family too. Hoy Bata has colorful ones. Steel straw (Php120)

Strip It Hair Removal Sugaring Kit

Here's something for mom! The Strip It Hair Removal Sugaring Kit gets rid of unwanted body hair using an all-natural sugaring wax that does not require heating (and reviews say it's less painful than traditional waxing). Apply the sugaring with the wooden spatula, place a cloth strip on top, and pull the strip off. Wipe the skin with a damp cloth and you're done! Strip It small kit (Php145) and big kit (Php215)

Hoy Bata is open from Tuesdays to Sundays, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 2F D Square Building, 295 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Parañaque.