154 Hawaii Parent SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 either. For some of us, that thread of identity was never about quiet time—it was about movement. The hiker who used to disappear for a weekend. The traveler who measured a good year in stamps on a passport. Kids don’t have to end that story, but they do force you to pack differently, and to notice, somewhere around hour four of a hike, how much you’re carrying that has nothing to do with the trail. The traveler who used to move light didn’t disappear when the diaper bag showed up. They just needed gear that could keep up with them, rather than weigh them down. Parenthood changes you. It should. But it was never supposed to erase you. Finding your way back to yourself, even in small pieces, isn’t a distraction from being a good parent—it’s part of what makes it sustainable. It’s also what you’re modeling for your little one as they learn how to be in the world. Next dinner party, I’d like to lead with my name. Sana Jafri, Founder of babygami®, is a mom of three boys, traveler, and lifelong adventurer who believes that parenting shouldn’t mean putting your passions on pause. From early morning hikes to weekend camping trips, Sana has always sought ways to stay active and engaged with her children in the outdoors. Her experiences navigating parenthood while chasing adventure inspired her to create practical solutions for families who want to live fully without compromise, including babygami®’s 3-in-1 collapsible baby bottle, sippy cup, and snack cup.
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