Honolulu Childcare Resources
There is no on-site childcare provided by APS at Plant Health 2025. We have compiled a list of family care providers and resources in the Honolulu area.
This list of resources does not constitute endorsement by APS and APS claims no responsibility for anyone’s experience in using them. Resources are listed in alphabetical order.
Childcare equipment (strollers, pack & plays, etc.) and other resources:
Family Friendly Hotel Option
Looking to roomshare or for a family friendly hotel option? Consider staying at the
Holiday Inn Express Waikiki! Just four short blocks to the Hawai'i Convention Center, the hotel offers complimentary hot breakfast to all guests and no resort fee (for APS attendees staying within the official housing block). Visit the Family Friendly Recreation Deck on the 5th floor of the hotel and enjoy many leisure amenities such as a 9-hole mini golf course, shuffleboard, giant chess game, ping pong, and foosball. Guests also have access to the pool and private cabanas, plus a kids game room with TVs and Nintendo Switch.
Nursing Room
The Hawai’i Convention Center (HCC) offers a private, comfortable and clean space to pump or nurse. The Mamava nursing pod is located at the Lobby Level near Exhibit Hall 1.
The pod includes the following features:
- Secure access with Mamava app or access code
- Two benches, shelf, mirror, and coat hook
- Dual outlet and USB port
- Ceiling vents and exhaust fan
- Occupancy-activated lighting
To unlock, users may download the Mamava app or use HCC’s house phone (located beside the pod) and dial “0” to request for the access code.
Click
HERE for more info on the Mamava nursing pod at the HCC.
Sprout's Corner
Sprouts Corner is a dedicated space at Plant Health 2025 where parents can bring their children to play and engage in fun, age-appropriate activities. Designed to provide a welcoming and family-friendly environment, this space ensures that children have an enjoyable experience while staying close to their caregivers. More information on exact location, hours, and activities inside to come.
Plant Health 2025 does not have onsite childcare. Parents must supervise their children inside Sprout’s Corner at all times.
Onsite Safety Protocols
APS welcomes attendees with children. Children are permitted in all sessions at Plant Health 2025, including Plenary, Concurrent Track, and Poster Sessions; this includes baby-wearing of young children. APS asks that all children over the age of 5 have a name badge created for them at registration.
To ensure the safety of all children in attendance and to create a productive and fulfilling meeting atmosphere for all attendees, we ask all parents and caregivers to abide by the following guidelines and requirements:
- All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult in all meeting areas.
- Parents and caregivers should do their best to ensure that children are not disruptive in any sessions they attend (including poster sessions). No running or rough play will be permitted, and parents/caregivers may be asked to leave the space by event staff if the child(ren) are causing a distraction.
- Parents and caregivers who need to leave the session room will be able to listen to an audio/slide capture of most Plant Health 2025 scientific sessions on-demand after the meeting.
- For safety reasons, children are not permitted in the Plant Health Hub (Exhibit & Poster Hall) during set-up or break-down times.
- All children ages 6-17 must have a ticket (purchased separately through registration) to the Opening Reception and Closing Party to attend these events.
