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Dec 9, 2011 | Issue: December 2011 | Category:
Many parents dream of putting away something for their kids’ college years and their own retirement, but, in these uncertain economic times, what constitutes a reliable investment? Where should the family build its nest egg? Kathleen Boucher, independent business owner of Younique Wealth,...
Dec 9, 2011 | Issue: December 2011 | Category: Health
Water Safety Tips Ben Komer, of Leahi Swim School offers these seven tips to keep your kids safe in the water: 1. There is no such thing as “drown proof.” 2. Have everyone in the family take swimming lessons.
Dec 9, 2011 | Issue: December 2011 | Category: Child Development
It can be difficult to help kids cope with the loss of a loved one, particularly as you work through your own grief. A child’s understanding of death depends largely on his or her age, life experiences and personality.
Dec 9, 2011 | Issue: December 2011 | Category: School
Raising financially fit children requires parental involvement. Encourage girls and boys to learn math skills and prepare for life by teaching money management, beginning as early as preschool.  
Dec 9, 2011 | Issue: December 2011 | Category: Book Recommendations
Book Recommendations for Your Keiki—From Preschool to Eighth Grade, Plus a Little Something for Mom and Dad.
Dec 9, 2011 | Issue: December 2011 | Category: Child Development
By Asad Ghiasuddin, M.D., Kapiolani Child Psychiatrist  
Dec 8, 2011 | Issue: Party Planning | Category:
 
Nov 9, 2011 | Issue: November 2011 | Category:
How Much Energy Does Your Household Use? Do you ever wonder how much electricity is used in your home and what uses the most energy? The graph below is an example of annual energy use for a typical family of four and illustrates which items use the most energy and cost the most to operate.
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