4 Hawaii Parent NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2026 Island Events & Family Fun! .................................................................... 8 Information on upcoming family events happening throughout November and December. A Parent’s Guide to Early Education ..................................................... 40 A guide to Oahu’s early education and preschool programs. The Parent Line Gift Basket Giveaway................................................... 80 Win 1 of 5 gift baskets filled with local Hawaii favorites. More Than a Museum: Family Adventures Take Flight at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum ..... 88 Interactive STEM activities and historic aircraft experiences for the whole family. New Year, New Space: Decluttering & Reclaiming Peace.................... 96 Simple strategies to declutter your home and reduce everyday family stress. Infant Food Allergies: Why Less Restriction Means More Protection..................................... 104 Why early exposure to allergen foods helps prevent infant food allergies. Mothering the Community: The Village That Raises the People Raising Our Children............................................................... 112 How community support and local networks empower parents during early parenthood. Letting Go of the Perfect Parent .......................................................... 120 Why letting go of perfectionism builds confidence and resilience in children. Seven Tips to Prepare Your Body for a Healthy Pregnancy ............... 130 Key medical and lifestyle tips to prepare your body for pregnancy. Art Smarts: The Lasting Benefits of Creative Arts .............................. 138 Easy ways to incorporate music, drama, and visual arts at home. 6 Ways to Get Creative in the Kitchen ................................................ 146 Fun strategies to involve keiki in meal prep and healthy eating.
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