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Partner Highlight – Little Babes Club
Say Aloha & learn more about our partners, the Little Babes club, who make the magic happen! Together, we are creating experiences you will love.
Your ʻOhana Resource Guide
There’s no rulebook for parenting and every child and family is different. If you ever find yourself needing a little extra guidance or support, you’re not alone. Here are a few trusted resources we recommend exploring to help you along your parenting journey
Safe Sleep, Happy Keiki: A Safe Sleep Workshop
Learn about safe sleep practices, ask questions, and connect with other parents.
Because when babies sleep safely, parents rest easier.
Tūtū and Me At-Home Learning – November Activities
Raising healthy kids starts with the everyday choices we make together. Explores these November activities caregivers can support children’s overall well-being.
Conquering the Food Battle with your Toddler
Toddlers are exploring the world and their food preferences so appetites can change daily. While this can be frustrating, it’s normal. With the right strategies, you can help your child build healthy eating habits and a positive relationship with food.
Using Redirection as a Behavior Management Technique
School drop-offs can be tough for both parents and children as they adjust to new routines and relationships. Using Redirection as a Behavior Management Technique can help ease their worries and encourage positive behavior during this transition.
Parent’s and Professional’s Guide to Social and Emotional Development in the Preschool Years
Parent’s and Professional’s Guide to Social and Emotional Development in the Preschool Years Early childhood is a time of incredible growth, not only in language, motor skills, and learning, but also in social and emotional development. These early years shape how...
Supporting Maternal Mental Health
Supporting Maternal Mental Health: How Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Leads the Way Maternal mental health is a critical part of family well-being, yet it is often underrecognized and undertreated. Conditions such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and...
Kindergarten Readiness Made Simple
Dr. Lauren Padesky’s Top Tips for Families! The transition to kindergarten is so exciting! Your keiki is going to “big kid” school now and they are so ready to enjoy new experiences at kindergarten. You might be a little nervous about this change, but there are many...
Strategies for Smooth Transitions to Kindergarten!
https://youtu.be/wyZjWNn-Q70?si=wJzXY51bjQLVG3OJ Creating Positive Transitions Into Kindergarten Starting kindergarten is one of the biggest milestones in a child’s early years. The way this transition is supported can have a lasting impact on how children feel about...
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