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In Hawaii the Menehunes are called “The Little People of the Secret Power”. They are the legendary, original inhabitants of the islands. The Menehune Babies were born in the secluded mountains of Ka’u on the Big Island of Hawaii. They go to sleep in their coconut cradles for the first 5 years of their lives. All Babies originate from the royal lineage of the Kaiholena Menehunes. They are mystical, shy little creatures who hide in their coconut cradles in secret places of the forest during the day, and perform their magic at night under the glow of the moon. Menehune Babies take the greatest pleasure in doing good deeds to help people. With their great determination and perseverance they possess a magical ability to get things done. Many people in Hawaii have actually seen Menehunes.

loveable, creative, and sometimes mischievous little creatures.

If you hanai (adopt) them, love them, and take care of them (You must feed them! Mai’as (Bananas) are their favorite food.) they will love you in return, guide you, protect you, inspire you, and help you to fulfill your dreams.

All of the Menehune Babies and cradles are authentic and originally designed. They were individually handcrafted in the Menehune’s habitat in the beautiful, secluded mountains of Ka’u on the Big Island of Hawaii with the greatest attention to detail, creativity, inspiration, and love. Some of the Babies have their own special coconut cradle or chair. The coconuts were selected from palm trees at Punalu`u Black Sands Beach. They are hand carved, sanded, polished, and fit to a custom bamboo base. Every cradle has unique bedding and decorations matching the spirit of the baby. Other Menehune Babies have their own wooden Wa’akaukahi (Outrigger Canoe) to go paddling and fishing in.