Chicana and Latina Moms

Paola Lopez is a first-generation Latina author and storyteller dedicated to creating meaningful stories for children and families. Mexican American author, registered nurse, and mother whose storytelling is inspired by her daughters, Vida and Maya. Her writing celebrates family, love, and the everyday rituals that connect us across generations. Ya Nos Vamos a Dormir is her debut bilingual picture...

In this episode, Amapola dives deep into what it really means to set healthy boundaries  especially for Chicana and Latina moms who were raised to put everyone else first. From cultural guilt to emotional exhaustion, this heartfelt conversation reminds us that saying “no” is not selfish — it’s sacred. Amapola breaks down how to identify your limits, start small, communicate clearly, and stay consi...

At an early age Edward Andrès Dennis always knew he wanted to be an artist. His fondest memories are of his mother reading books to him and watching Reading Rainbow. Day and night Edward was creating something, a doodle, some craft or writing a story in hopes of one day creating a book for children like himself to read. Edward created art through his teenage to adult life working for some of the m...

In this episode of the Chicana & Latina Moms Podcast , host Amapola Ramirez  MS. MSW dives into the powerful and often overlooked topic of empathy regulation . As Latinas, many of us were raised with values like familismo  putting family first — and marianismo — the expectation to always nurture, sacrifice, and care for others before ourselves. While these cultural strengths have made us resil...

In this episode, we explore what it means to live a slow and intentional life as a Latina. So many of us were raised in environments that praised hustle, sacrifice, and putting others first. But slowing down is not laziness—it’s healing. It’s reclaiming our right to rest, be present, and experience joy without guilt. Let this be a reminder that we are allowed to pause, breathe, and choose a life r...

In this episode, we dive deep into how we as Latinas can show up for our communities in times of crisis — with corazón, cultura, and collective strength. From natural disasters to social injustice, our communities are no strangers to hardship. But we are not defined by struggle — we are defined by how we rise. 💛 In this episode, you’ll hear: How to prepare your family and comunidad before a crisi...

I talked to you about our culture upbringings affecting our fear of being judged. Listen on all podcasts platforms: Spodify Apple Podcasts Chicana & Latina Moms Podcast is a space dedicated to empowering, uplifting, and honoring the voices of Chicana and Latina mothers. Hosted by a proud Chicana mom and mental health advocate, this podcast explores topics like cultura, motherhood, healing gene...

I talk to you about ways to heal your inner child 💗 Chicana & Latina Moms Podcast is a space dedicated to empowering, uplifting, and honoring the voices of Chicana and Latina mothers. Hosted by a proud Chicana mom and mental health advocate, this podcast explores topics like cultura, motherhood, healing generational wounds, mental wellness, identity, and personal growth — all through the lens...