Viva la Mami - Latina Motherhood, Modern Parenting, Latina Well-Being

In this episode we are joined once again by Ana Lopez from Sex in Spanglish . Ana Lopez, a sexologist and certified sex and life coach, discusses the critical journey new parents face in reconnecting sexually after the arrival of a baby. The conversation delves deep into the emotional and physical transformations that occur during the postpartum period and the significance of reacquainting ourselv...

In this episode, I dive into the complexities and joys of being a modern Latina mom. It's a role filled with love, cultural pride, and the determination to break cycles for the betterment of our future generations. Yet, it's not without its challenges, including moments of isolation and the struggle to find a community of like-minded Latina moms. I also share my own experiences of feelin...

Ever feel bombarded with advice from your amazing, but sometimes exagerada familia? We all love and appreciate their wisdom, but their well-meaning comments on raising our little ones can feel like information overload! This episode focuses on managing unsolicited advice from family members about parenting, particularly within the Latina community.  I share personal anecdotes and offer strategies...

This episode explores the importance of establishing boundaries for your well-being as a bicultural Latina mom. We discuss the concept of espacio personal and how it applies to motherhood, while acknowledging the cultural nuances of setting boundaries within a collectivist Latino family structure. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why boundaries are crucial for your mental and emotional health How to...

In this episode I discuss the challenges of finding balance in motherhood, especially for modern Latina moms. As moms, we try to do everything on our own, such as managing household chores, but the importance of delegation and time management is crucial if you want to create balance. On this episode, I provide practical strategies for achieving balance, including delegating tasks, effective time m...

In this episode, we dive into building your support system in order to find balance as Latina moms. I touch on the pressures we face, often dictated by our cultura, which sometimes sets unrealistic expectations on us — from maintaining perfect households to juggling work and motherhood. We’ll explore ways to break free from these norms, set healthy boundaries, and redefine madrehood on our own ter...

In today's episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey from 'me' to mami.' I share my personal experience with the struggles and joys of embracing a new identity as a mom, especially during big transitions. This episode is all about acknowledging the loss of your old identity, integrating it with your new one as a mom, and the importance of understanding the process....

Many of us are descendants of immigrants where our families were not able to thrive at the same speed as other families, and this was mostly due to making ends meet and out of survival. But now that most of us are learning about financial freedom, investing, and all of these strategies to build generational wealth, shifting to a positive money mindset can help us not only love our dinero but talk...

In this episode of the Viva Mami Podcast, I discuss the challenges and opportunities of rediscovering personal passions after becoming a mami. Drawing from my own experiences as a modern Latina mom of two, I share how motherhood shifted my priorities away from activities I loved, such as running, reading, and baking. I emphasize the importance of finding small moments for oneself amid the chaos of...

In this episode, I share the importance of self-care, particularly for Latina moms, and challenges that societal and cultural norms make us feel like we have to prioritize family and others over our individual well-being. We’ll get to understand what self-care is and how to prioritize our well-being in order to establish a good relationship with ourselves and honor our body and soul. I offer pract...

Welcome to the season premiere of the Viva la Mami podcast! This season, the podcast will feature two episodes weekly, aiming for concise discussions to accommodate the busy schedules of moms. While Viva la Mami has traditionally been guest-centric, this season will focus more on a variety of topics affecting Latina moms where you will be hearing more from me! Although guest interviews will contin...

You're listening to the Best of VLM episode series featuring the most popular episodes of the Viva la Mami podcast! In this episode, we welcome Leslie Buch. She is the creator behind the account  @Latinx. Montessori . Leslie is on a mission to help bring awareness and support to parents who are interested in incorporating the Montessori Philosophy as a parenting tool and at home. In this epis...

You're listening to the Best of VLM episode series featuring the most popular episodes of the Viva la Mami podcast! In this episode, we welcome Ana Lopez who is a certified, Latina sex coach and doctoral student on human sexuality (oh hey future, Doctora!). She is the founder of  Sex in Spanglish . Ana is on a mission to help mujeres ditch the shame around sex and teaches them how to have gui...

You're listening to the Best of VLM episode series featuring the most popular episodes of the Viva la Mami podcast! In this episode, we have Lynette De Dios who is the founder of Early Childhood Consulting (ECC). You will hear: What infant and early childhood mental health is. How we can unlearn and relearn the way we parent our children when our culture is highly influenced. How we can overc...

You're listening to the Best of VLM episode series featuring the most popular episodes of the Viva la Mami podcast! In this episode, we have Liliana Diaz-Vazquez with us, and in this interview, we talk about the benefits of speech therapy and common misconceptions among the Latinx community, and she shares her expertise as a practicing speech language pathologist, as well as what inspired her...

In this season finale, we're wrapping up our Season 2 with a big gracias to all of you who have been on this incredible ride with me. It's been a season filled with laughter, tears, and lots of heartfelt moments. Thank you to the incredible guests who shared their stories, insights, and expertise with us! If it wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t have been able to cover so much content! By the...

In this first episode of 2024, we welcome my husband, Alex! We discuss our journey as a couple and now as parents to two young children. We talk about the changes that took place in our lives after having kids and how it has affected our relationship. Alex also shares his own coping mechanisms as a father and the challenges he faces. We also engage in a Q&A session answering questions from my...

Jasmine Lopez, a creative entrepreneur, professional photographer, owner of Mentally Mutual , and Co-founder/Executive Director of a creative arts non profit called The Firehouse Dream , discusses the importance of raising financially aware children. She provides insights into her journey of overcoming her financial traumas and stresses the importance of reimagining success beyond financial stabil...

In this Viva la Mami Spotlight episode, we welcome Emily Daisy Gasca, an educator and mami of three. She shares her madrehood journey and talks about the importance of mindful parenting. She emphasizes understanding each child's unique personality and strengths, and fostering a nurturing environment that encourages growth. She shares practical tips to help parents navigate through different s...

In this solo episode, I reflect on the considerable amount of work moms take on during the holiday season to create joyous memories for their children, despite the immense mental load. Join me as I share my own experiences and urge moms to prioritize their happiness and well-being during this time of year. This episode will leave you empowered to redefine holiday expectations and to focus on creat...

What are the considerations whether to decide to return to work or not after maternity leave? On this week’s episode, Arianna Taboada, founder of The Expecting Entrepreneur, provides valuable insights on various aspects of maternity leave, its aftermath, and potential challenges. Whether you're contemplating the balance of work and parenthood, or you're a seasoned pro looking for a fresh...

In this solo episode and Thanksgiving edition, I discuss the significance of expressing self-gratitude, especially for moms who often neglect to acknowledge their own efforts while caring for their family. Join me as I share ways on how you can practice self-gratitude. These practices are not only beneficial to your own mental and emotional well-being, but can also serve as an inspiring model of s...

In this Viva la Mami Spotlight episode, Magaly Cordero-Dietz, founder of Pop-Up Music School, shares her journey as a classically trained musician, educator, and entrepreneur. Magaly shares her experiences growing up as an Afro-Latina, her passion for music, and her mission to expose children to the beauty of Latin American music and culture. She also shares her diagnosis with lupus and her intent...

As mamás, we have been or will be having many difficult conversations with our children. Some of these conversations will be related to social justice-related issues like racism, poverty, and homelessness. In order for us to dismantle biases and prejudices, we should be mindful of what we say and what we model for our kids to ensure they are social justice-minded children. In this week’s episode,...

There are so many benefits in going with a chiropractor before, during, and after pregnancy.  In this week’s episode, we welcome Dra. Angie Recendez who is a practitioner helping people of all ages regain their health. She helps pregnant women, newborns, children and grown ups! She is the founder and owner of Bright Futures Chiropractic located in Arlington Heights, Illinois and in Chicago’s Pilse...