Congratulations to all the breastfeeding mothers and their babies that participated at the last Hakab Na! 2018 which was held at the SMX Convention Center Pasay. The final official count proved that more mothers joined this year compared to last year. This is fantastic news for the local breastfeeding community, Breastfeeding Pinays, aim to normalize breastfeeding and spread correct information about the benefits of breastfeeding for families.
Hakab Na! 2018 was brought to you by the non-government organization Breastfeeding Pinays (BFP) in partnership with the Department of Health, SM Cares, SMX Convention Center Manila and World Vision in celebration of National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. It was a full day of activity after activity and dozens of amazing booths where moms could shop after the Big Latch On. Check out my favorite booths last Sunday in the photos below, and what I bought from them.
For the kids, there were play areas they could spend time in, but they could only pick one. This was a bit sad as so many kids wanted to try each play place but they were denied entry. My son was allowed to play in the Little City Ph, Gymboree and Kolisko Waldorf School play areas but was denied entry at the Little Hands and Minds one. Same with the photobooths, you could only pick one set-up to get professional photographs. There was also a raffle the moms could enter where they had to get a "passport" stamped by the big sponsors. The prizes were amazing! I really wanted that portable UV sterilizer!
I'm happy I attended and spent the day with my son. It was a worthwhile bonding experience and I got to take home some amazing loot and do a little shopping at the same time. It's still unsure if we could join again next year or if the little guy has weaned already by then, but if you're a breastfeeding mom, I highly encourage you to join next year's Hakab Na event. Stay tuned to Breastfeeding Pinay's social media accounts for more information.
Cover Photo from Breastfeeding Pinays event page for Hakab Na 2018
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