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Are you planning to deliver your baby at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children? Thinking about it? Well, I have just the “tour” for you! This will give you a taste for what to expect if you plan to labor and deliver here…

ByMalika
July 14, 2017
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Malika’s “Modern” Munchkin-less Staycation

I just got back from a jam-packed, exciting – yet relaxing – staycation on Oahu. We flew into Honolulu from Maui and headed straight to The Modern Honolulu for a munchkin-less weekend. Every mom deserves some time away from the kids to relax and rejuvenate! Our room was spacious and clean with a wonderful… Read More

ByMalika
April 25, 2017
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Ten Terrific TAHITI Travel Tips – Part 1

My sister, mom and I just got back from an AMAZING trip to Tahiti! We had a blast and I thought I would jot down some things you might want to take into account if you are planning a Tahiti trip of your own. I have “ten” things on my list but wanted to post this as soon as possible, so here…

ByMalika
February 25, 2017
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Quick Tips for a Fab BUBBLE RUN!

Jackson and I just completed the Bubble Run and I decided to blog about it since I felt there wasn’t a lot of information being shared on their Facebook or website providing specific details on what the race is like, what you need to bring, etc… So here it goes!

ByMalika
February 11, 2017
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Diving with Sharks and Sting Rays in Tahiti / Mo’orea

One reason you must go to Mo’orea is for the opportunity to dive with sharks and sting rays. I’ve done this 3 times and each time was as magical as the last! There are several different ways you can dive with the sharks and the rays…

ByMalika
January 19, 2017
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“Cake Smash” Success: The Checklist You Need

To start, I found inspiration on Nalani’s Instagram and then checked out Pinterest for some additional ideas. I use a letter board that I bought on Amazon for Waipuna’s monthly milestone…

ByMalika
December 16, 2016
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First Birthday Baby Lū’au: Materials, Vendors, Ideas, Program

If you live in Hawaii, YOU KNOW. The baby lū’au can be just as (if not more) involved than your wedding day! So taking on Waipuna’s was no easy feat. Here, I will detail what our program was like, show you the decoration elements, activities and personal touches that made our baby lū’au a… Read More

ByMalika
December 14, 2016
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Waipuna’s PERFECT Baby Lū’au

We were so blessed to have all of those things at Waipuna’s baby lū’au. ‘Ohana and friends flew in from outer islands and the mainland… and we got to welcome new ‘ohana and friends…

ByMalika
December 14, 2016
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Tutu-orial – How to Make a Super Cute “No Sew” Tutu

My baby turns one in a few days so I wanted to make her a couple of cute tutus to wear at her birthday party. One for the cake smash – that will get dirty – and one for her to wear the rest of the day. We are in Hawaii so the rest of her “OOTD” is a lei po’o made…

ByMalika
November 16, 2016
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Traveling With an Infant – Alone! Tips & Tricks

Traveling with babies is not the easiest thing to do… I’ve traveled alone inter-island but never on a flight that lasted more than an hour. So, this was new. Baby Waipuna and I hopped on a flight to California from Maui… flight time was between 5 and 6 hours. It was challenging… at… Read More

ByMalika
August 29, 2016
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Travel: Infant Packing List

Here is the packing list I whip out whenever I go on a trip. I’ve sent it to several friends upon request and thought I would share it with you as a starting point when you’re packing your bags for your next journey. I don’t always bring ALL of these things but I always print this list, highlight the things I’ll need and check them…