Family Affairs
Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com The staff of Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies (HMHB) sat down to talk about the evolution of the organization, and where the programs are heading next. Clinical Services Director Kari Wheeling and Program Coordinator Vivian Choy, along with host and former Executive Director Lisa Kimura, discussed Piko Pals […]
Moms Demand Action in Hawaii (Family Affairs)
Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Common-sense solutions to gun violence. Guns do not belong in schools and we need stronger approaches for safety. Also, #WearOrange is fast approaching to show support for gun violence prevention. On June 7: Wear orange and share your pic and message on social media or Text ORANGE […]
Drinking and Gestating (Family Affairs)
Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Tackling the effects of fetal alcohol exposure. The effects of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) on children and adults; the incidence rate and scope of the problem; the legislation being worked on this year to ensure better access to services. How mothers can receive treatment, care and […]
Maternal Mental Health Matters (Family Affairs)
Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Transitioning to motherhood with knowledge and support. What the transition period for new moms is like. How postpartum depression affects people’s abilities to cope What the symptoms of postpartum depression are, and when to recognize that there is a problem. The host for this episode is Lisa […]
Piko Pals (Family Affairs)
Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Parenting with Aloha, Together. We will discuss the types of challenges facing new parents, the transition to parenthood, among other topics and how Piko Pals supports new parents. The host for this episode is Lisa Kimura. The guests for this episode are Lianna Lam and Elyse Inouye. […]
Call the Midwife (Family Affairs)
Challenging assumptions and finding common ground for giving birth at home. Discussion of experiences giving birth at home. How providers were selected, and how to inform clients about their level of care and/or outcomes. What is most important in terms of selecting a midwife.Common misperceptions about midwives. How mothers can be assured of the quality […]
The Fight for Paid Family Leave (Family Affairs)
Family Matters. What are the economic factors that make it hard for families of young children to get by? What legislation is being pursued to help? What are the facts and basics when it comes to Paid Family Leave? Is it realistic to expect Hawaii to pass a paid leave policy, and how would it […]