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 pictur...

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 con...

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 resilient...

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, you’ll hear: • How to prepare your family and comunidad before a crisis happens • Ways to stay grounded and support others during emergencies • How to heal as a collective through our cultural roots and resilience • Why our voices, leadership, and traditions matter in community healing We explore the power of organizing, building support networks, and leading from the heart — a...

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 generati...

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 of...

I talk to you about the consequences burnout. I share with you different skills. You can implement if you’re burned out. Taking care of ourselves this primary we deserve it.

I share with you the updates of my life and where I’ve been. I share with you how I have been able to sit with sadness sharing with you how my life feels way more organized than before. Instagram : @Chicana_latinamomspodcast TikTok: @lachicanatherapist

Dra. Lynnette Sullivan I'm a former student parent and first generation Mexican American college graduate , my passion is to empower other students to pursue a higher education. I started my educational journey at the Moreno Valley community college, received my bachelors in psychology at CSUSB, masters of counseling psychology from CBU, and completed my educational journey at USC- Doctorate of so...

I talk to you about family, suicidal tendencies, and ways to prevent. Every human being goes through something in life but when we feel emotionally safe and able to communicate and ask for help, that is a bridge to healing. If you know anyone who is struggling, please share the number 988 suicide prevention line

Here is a friendly reminder on how to stay confident anywhere you go to help you say thank you versus sorry when you don’t need to.

I talk about the IEP timeline and how you as a parent can advocate for your child when requesting an IEP. You can visit my website for additional resources https://www.yolotladvocacy.com

I share with you a part of my adolescent stage that impacted my life. I also share with you the importance of learning from our mistakes, and helping our youth learn from our mistakes. IG:@chicana_latinamomspodcast

I talk about a way to start your new year and how to implement goals that will help you heal. IG: chicana_latinamomspodcast Email: chicanamoms@gmail.com

I talk about how finding your tribe is important. How to no longer avoid red flags when being left out in conversations. IG: @chicana_latinamomspodcast

I talk about ways we fear rejection and how we can trust our being. When we are loved and accepted fear is powerless. IG: @chicana_latinamomspodcast

I share about why we over share and ways to improve our people pleasing. The trauma response that we might not be aware of. Instagram @chicana_latinamomspodcast

I talk to you about generalized anxiety, and how superstition affects our mental health. I share with you ways to improve our mental health. Instagram: @chicanaandlatinamomspodcast

I am Criss Madrigal, a proud Californian by birth and a person deeply connected to my Mexican roots. Having spent a significant portion of my childhood in Mexico, I cherish the invaluable experiences and immersion in my vibrant culture that it provided. I am blessed to be married to an incredibly supportive partner, whose unwavering presence and encouragement is a gift. In 2009, my heartfelt wish...

My name is Sandra Nunez, I am a first-gen Mexicana who recently graduated with her Bachelor's in Sociology. I am part of the 3% of former foster youth that made it to college, and I am proud of my educational journey and the many doors it has opened for me, but more so the doors I opened by sharing my story. I quickly noticed that "the invite to have a seat at the table" wasn't coming, so I decide...

Julie became a teen-Mom at age 16, she dropped out of school, had a second baby at age 19 and became a single Mom shortly after – the father of her daughters passed away. She worked hard, got her GED, and went back to college and completed 2 years. She finally secured a job for the County of Los Angeles. Fast forward to today, she is married, has 3 daughters, and two glamsons (she’s too young to h...

Marisol is a successful mother wife and entrepreneur. At the age of 17 she decided to have my daughter and even though she knew I’d struggle, Marisol figured she was not alone. Throughout her life her parents taught her many moral and principals to go by. They taught her that character spoke volume. At a young age she began to work and learn to sale goods. Didn’t matter what the object was, everyt...

EMMY® Award Winning Multi-Media Journalist Travel Vlogger & Actor Tinabeth created and hosted a EMMY® nominated TV show in New York City called LATiNAS and talks about the importance of representation in the media. Tinabeth also has another EMMY Nominated show that airs on PBS called GLOBE SCHOLARS® where she document students studying abroad. https://www.instagram.com/tinabethpina/ Chicana &a...