Darlene & Monica
Mama's Playground
We’re two Spanglish-speaking moms in our 40s, figuring out motherhood, life, and everything in between. Think of us as your girlfriends on the playground—laughing, venting, and keeping it real about the joys (and chaos) of parenting, relationships, mental health, and finding balance. We love connecting with people from all cultures, perspectives, and walks of life, and we believe every story has something to teach us. Some days we nail it, most days we don’t—but we’re all in this together. So grab your cafecito, pull up a swing, and join us as we talk about the beautiful, messy, hilarious jour...
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Episodes
TIME-OUT Wednesday! A brunette, blonde & a red headed answering random questions! 07.06.2023 11:21
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! On our first ever TIME-OUT Wednesday we talked some much needed nonsense and played a game of random questions with our lovely guest T.V. and Radio Host Roxana Garcia. From aliens to guilty pleasures to some interesting bloopers involving sticky stuff... you don't want to miss this! We shot this after our episode on Tips on Awakening the Wo...
Finding Yourself within the Chaos with Embodiment Coach Fiorella Garibaldi 01.06.2023 53:52
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! In today’s episode we talk with our special guest, female embodiment coach, yogi, breathe worker and best selling author, Fiorella Garibaldi, on ways to cope with stress, trauma and anxiety through our breathing. Her work has helped thousands in peeling back the layers and getting to their true selves. Hope you enjoy this episode and if you want...
Could you be in a Toxic Relationship? 25.05.2023 21:40
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! Recognizing that you are in a toxic relationship can be very tough, but also very important. The sooner the better. How do we know if we are in one and what steps can we take to live a happier life? We all deserve to be happy!!! Resources: If you suspect abuse in your relationship, trust your instincts and consider reaching out to these resourc...
When Anxiety Strikes 17.05.2023 45:05
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! In honor of Mental health awareness month, we wanted to share our personal stories with you all. In this episode we discuss our own symptoms during times of extreme stress and how we have managed to cope. We truly feel that by sharing stories such as these at least one person can feel seen and know they are not alone. As mentioned on this episode...
In Celebration of our Mamas! 10.05.2023 45:34
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! On today's episode, we want to celebrate all the women out there who mother their children or someone else’s. We also want to dedicate this show to our mom’s whom we Appreciate, Love and Respect. Thank you for everything you do, for the mama’s that you are to us and grandmama’s to our kiddos. Support the show ✨ Disclaimer: We’re not ther...
Can SOCIAL MEDIA be affecting your child’s mental health? 03.05.2023 28:25
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! As we kick off mental health awareness month, we want to talk about the impact social media has in a child’s self esteem (actually to an adult’s as well). As mothers who use social media we know how harsh it can get at times. How can we help our children be more confident in their own skin and be able to differentiate between what is real and wh...
Vacation with kids… Are WE there yet? 26.04.2023 29:00
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! As summer gets close and traveling plans start, one of the first questions that can come to mind is: Are we traveling solo or bringing the clan? Join us as we explore some ups and downs of bringing your little ones on your next getaway. As mentioned and recommended: APP: Kiddopia… great educational app to keep your young kids entertained *****...
How are we talking to our partners? Some Communication Do's and Dont's 19.04.2023 39:51
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! The way that we talk to each other can really send a relationship to a dead end. In today’s episode we talk about some things you should avoid when communicating with your loved one. We are no experts, but two mamas who want to share with you some things that can work in making communication better at home ❤️ THINGS AND PEOPLE MENTIONED: M...
Finding your way around Procrastination 12.04.2023 25:05
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! As parents we tend to take on a lot of responsibilities which leads us to sometimes not completing our own daily tasks. On today’s episode we talk about procrastination and some tips on how to avoid it. Please like, share and give us your feedback. Would love to hear from you! Support the show ✨ Disclaimer: We’re not therapists or relationship...
How can we keep our kids safe within our school system? 05.04.2023 15:30
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! School shootings continue to make headlines, and unfortunately nothing seems to get done to help the situation. Would adding a behavioral/coaching class into grades K-12 help in keeping our kids safe from guns and mental health problems? Should we only target gun control or do you feel that there are several factors that should be addressed? Jo...
Birthing Stories 22.03.2023 31:11
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! Some were easy breezy while others were beautifully messy. What’s your birthing story? Today we share stories about THE day when we welcomed our little one/ones to this world. This show is dedicated to Luna who turns 4 today. Happy Birthday, Luna, and happy birthing anniversary, Darlene! Support the show ✨ Disclaimer: We’re not therapists or...
Tips on Awakening the Woman in You with TV and Radio Host Roxana Garcia! 08.03.2023 55:00
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! With our day to day mom duties we tend to forget about the woman that we are. As we celebrate Women History Month we wanted to talk about different situations in which we get lost in between being a wife and a mother, and how to reconnect with the woman in us, the woman that we are. In today’s episode we have a special guest, TV and Radio pers...
Parenting in your 40s ... yay or nay? 22.02.2023 26:14
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! Some of us become mothers later in life, while others started earlier. In today's episode we discussed some pros and cons of parenting in your 40s versus your 20s. UPDATE Darlene did get her Peloton bike after this episode was done! Support the show ✨ Disclaimer: We’re not therapists or relationship experts—just two moms sharing real tal...
A Serendipitous Valentine's! 06.02.2023 27:56
Send us a message!! We would LOVE to hear from YOU! Our first ever introductory episode where we share with you a little bit of who we are, how we met and why we decided to launch today on Valentine's day. We’ll also be discussing life’s serendipitous encounters and the not so serendipitous ones. Have you ever just not vibed with your kids friends parents or your spouses friend? How do yo...
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