Parenting doesn’t have to be a solo journey. Hui in Bloom brings parents together to share stories, build friendships, and find the support every family deserves. pregnancy often last for years, growing and changing as families do. Parents can walk alongside each other through the newborn stage, the school years, and well beyond. By removing common barriers such as childcare needs, fear of judgment, and lack of common ground, Hui in Bloom offers a model for building a community that reflects the realities of modern family life. The program recogships of their own. Friendship is more than just help with parenting. It reminds parents of who they are beyond the role of caregiver. During Hui in Bloom, parents can talk about what matters to them, share their interests, and reconnect with their own identity. This is vital for mental health and prevents parents from feeling lost in the busyness of family life. Friendships formed during 88 HAWAII PARENT November/December 2025 “The program helps expectant parents build strong, supportive friendships by bringing families together in small groups where they can talk, share stories, and feel understood.”
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