Little Bird Blog

A Toddler Paradise in Kailua Okay, let me qualify that statement … high adventure if you’re a 3-year-old who loves climbing, ducks, mud, and general exploration. If you’re looking for off-the-beaten-path Kailua family Activities, this short hike is a great option. I knew there was a dry forest restoration site along the mauka end of […]

More Family Fun at Hoomaluhia We’re looking at 10 ways for families to explore Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden. If you haven’t read part 1 yet, you can find it here. 6. Throw a Party Ho’omaluhia is an easy and fun place for a kid’s birthday party. You can reserve a pavilion for free so you have […]

Fun Kids Activities on Oahu at Ho’omaluhia Nestled in the lush Ko’olau Mountain range on the island of Oahu, Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden offers a peaceful 400-acre refuge showcasing the diverse tropical flora of Hawaii. Its name aptly translates to “peaceful refuge” in Hawaiian, setting the tone for visitors to escape amid tranquil landscapes adorned with […]

An Easy Waterfall Hike for the Family Likeke Falls stands out as the epitome of family-friendly hikes. Covering a mere 0.8 miles round trip, with a modest elevation gain of just over 200 feet, it easily claims the title of the shortest and easiest waterfall trek on the island. However, this hike lives up to […]

A Lack of Family and Support We moved to Hawaii to attend graduate school at UH Manoa ten years before having our first child. None of our friends had children. At that time, there was a surge of engagements and weddings, but we were the first to tackle parenthood. It seemed necessary at the time, […]

Camping on the North Shore Oahu with Small Children If you’re a fan of beachfront property, sunsets, and sandy toes, you may love Hawaii camping. We often camp while traveling to stretch our limited funds, experience remote areas, and spend more time in nature. However, with two young children, I’m at the point in my […]