Still Here Podcast

Are you truly healing… or just coping? In this episode, we unpack the subtle ways coping can disguise itself as healing — and how to tell the difference so you can move from surviving to truly living. Sometimes, what feels like “healing” is really just us learning how to function around our pain. In this episode, we dive into the fine line between coping and truly healing — how to spot the differe...

Mom guilt is something so many of us carry - quietly, heavily and often alone. In this episode of Still Here, we gently explore what mom guilt really is, where it comes from and how it often shows up in our day-to-day lives. We talk about the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers, the pressure to always be everything to everyone and the internalized belief that doing something for yourself me...

In this short, reflective episode, I pause to acknowledge the heartbreak so many are feeling as families are being torn apart by ICE. As a proud Mexican American Latina, as a mother, as someone still here—I couldn’t stay silent. This is not a typical episode, but it’s a necessary one. This mini check-in is a moment to breathe, to grieve, and to connect. It’s a reminder that your voice matters, you...

So many of us carry the quiet weight of internalized shame - the voice that says we’re too much, not enough or a burden to those around us. In this heartfelt episode of Still Here, we’re talking honestly about what it means to believe you’re a burden and how that belief is rooted in trauma, unmet needs and the pressure to always hold it together. We explore the importance of naming these feelings,...

In this gentle episode, we explore the deep need for rest — not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually. So often, we’re caught in the cycle of doing, producing, and pushing forward, even when our bodies and hearts are asking us to slow down. This is your reminder that rest is not laziness — it’s a form of resistance, a path to healing, and a birthright. Whether you’re in the thick of mot...

The journey through postpartum doesn’t end at your six-week checkup — in fact, that’s often just the beginning. In this heartfelt episode, we talk about the often-overlooked realities of postpartum life beyond the early weeks. From emotional shifts and physical healing to identity changes and the ongoing need for support, this conversation offers gentle validation for anyone navigating life after...

Healing isn’t a straight line—and that’s okay. In today’s full-length conversation, we’re talking honestly about the ups and downs of healing, including what it means to experience setbacks, find progress in unexpected places, and give yourself grace in the process. Whether you’re navigating postpartum, mental health challenges, or life transitions, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone...

This is a Mini Check in for not only mothers but also others that are celebrating, grieving, lost a child, lost yourself, etc. Tune in to listen and ask yourself the 3 questions I mentioned in this podcast.

Still Here Podcast is to talk about Mental Health and that you are NOT alone. You are STILL HERE. This episode is just an introduction on what this podcast is about. At the end I mentioned if you would like to share your stories on one of my episodes to send me an email and of course I would put it anonymous if you don't want people to know who you are and I'd be glad to do so. Email is: s...