Author, bilingual-parenting educator, and Mi Legasi founder Janny Perez hosts this podcast for Latina moms raising bilingual Spanish-speaking kids and preserving Hispanic heritage. Hear everyday moms, trailblazers, celebrities, authors, innovators, and experts share stories, tips, and motivation to keep you inspired on your bilingual parenting journey. Grab your cafecito , we’re talking bilingualism, growing up Latina, and tradiciones.
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713: Top Toys & Holiday Savings of 2025 from 2 Latina Moms
Saison 7 · Épisode 13
lundi 8 décembre 2025 • Durée 29:44
Ever wish your holiday shopping list felt a little less overwhelming (and a LOT more fun)? In this lively episode, Janny Perez and returning guest Monica share their can't-miss bilingual, multicultural, and techy toy picks straight from their hands-on experiences, including Toy Fair 2025. Get ready for must-have gifts, family game night inspiration, and clever ways to score deals this season. Plus, find out how to enter Janny's Día de Reyes Toy Giveaway!
712: Best Spanish YouTube Channels for Kids of All Ages
Saison 7 · Épisode 12
mardi 25 novembre 2025 • Durée 21:38
If searching “Spanish for kids” on YouTube makes you want to throw your phone out the window from overwhelm, you are NOT alone! In this episode, Janny Perez breaks down her favorite YouTube channels by age group so you can stop scrolling, press play, and watch your kids thrive bilingually, from toddlers to tweens. Get insider picks, behind-the-scenes insights, and practical advice on balancing screen time with real-life family connection.
0:20 – Announcements & Giveaways Find out why the annual toy giveaway will be Dia de Reyes themed this year & how to join updates.
1:48 – Why Choosing Spanish Content Matters: The “Spanish for kids” YouTube rabbit hole and why curation makes a difference in bilingual learning.
3:36 – Screen Time Tips for Bilingual Kids What the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends by age—plus Jenny’s own philosophy on gentle viewing and connection (babies to elementary age).
6:55 – Baby & Toddler YouTube Recommendations Channels focused on evidence-based language growth: Tele Lingo, Aprende Peque, Pocoyo, plus the best music/nursery channels.
11:15 – From music groups and puppet shows to Latin American storytelling: Uno Dos Tres Andres, GPB Salsa Series, Once Niñas y Niños, Rocalingua, Canta Juego.
711: Reading Crisis in the USA: What Every Latino Parent Should Know
Saison 11 · Épisode 7
mardi 11 novembre 2025 • Durée 30:17
What if improving your child’s literacy didn’t feel stressful or overwhelming? In this episode, Janny Perez shares eye-opening data about the U.S. reading crisis, breaks down what it means for bilingual households, and equips you with simple, research-backed routines to make reading a joyful, cultural, and everyday part of your legacy.
07:35 – Top Reasons Why Kids Fall Behind in Reading
10:41 – Why Bilingual Kids Have a Literacy “Superpower”
13:06 – 6 Steps to Help Parents Can Increase Literacy in Kids
28:36 – Recap and Invitation
About Janny Perez
Janny Perez is a passionate advocate for raising bilingual children and preserving Latino heritage. She's the author of Nobody Told Me This About Raising a Bilingual Child.
She is the voice behind "The Latina Mom Legacy" podcast and the bilingual parenting educator behind Confident Bilingual Parenting .
Through her story, Janny empowers families to overcome self-doubt and create new traditions grounded in mindful language learning, helping children thrive in both Spanish and their Latino culture.
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710: Jasmine San Andrés - Even Spanish Teachers Struggle Raising Bilingual Kids
Saison 7 · Épisode 10
mercredi 29 octobre 2025 • Durée 29:54
Ever wondered if Spanish teachers struggle to keep Spanish alive at home? In this open-hearted episode, you’ll hear what it’s really like to balance language, heritage, guilt, and expectations, straight from the source. Join Janny and Jasmine for an uplifting and relatable conversation full of grace, mindset shifts, and actionable strategies that will help you feel less alone and more empowered in your bilingual parenting journey.
0:00 – Why Raising Bilingual Kids Is Complicated And What No One Tells You
1:47 – Meet Jasmine: Daughter of Guatemalan & Salvadoran Parents, Military Wife, Teacher with a Mission
5:17 – The Truth: Even Spanish Teachers Face Pushback at Home
6:58 – The Pressure to Be Perfect—Why It’s Hard for Bilingual Parents (and Teachers)
10:37 – Military Family Life: Moving, Rebuilding, & Seeking Community
12:57 – Real Struggles in High School Classrooms: It’s Communication, Not Perfection
15:31 – Making Spanish Fun: Jasmine’s Best Tips for Teachers
22:03 – Little Spanish Teacher: How Jasmine Supports Teachers & Families
25:01 – Fast Round: Food, Family, Vicks, and Legacy
About Jasmine San Andrés
709: “No Sabo” Kids - What This Viral Term Says About Our Culture
Saison 7 · Épisode 9
mercredi 15 octobre 2025 • Durée 23:01
Ever heard the term “no sabo kid”? It’s more than a grammar mistake, it’s become a cultural conversation about identity, pride, and belonging in our Latino and Hispanic communities. In this episode, Janny Perez dives into what NO SABO really means, how the label affects our kids and families, and most importantly, how to change the narrative from shame to empowerment. Plus, stay tuned for your free mini guide: What to Say When Someone Critiques Your Child’s Spanish!
Timestamps & What You’ll Discover
00:04:18 – The story behind “no sabo kid” on social media & research findings
00:09:50 – How to reframe negative labels into confidenceat home
00:15:02 – Light-hearted bilingual parenting: mixing up words, laughter, and joy
00:19:16 – Strategies for responding positively when family or friends critique
00:23:24 – Special FREE mini guide:What to Say When Your Child’s Spanish Isn’t Perfect
Quick Bilingual Parenting Takeaways
Language mistakes are part of the journey, not a reason for shame.
Every family’s bilingual path is unique and worth celebrating.
Kids need room to try, make mistakes, and laugh, not pressure to be “perfect.”
Family, friends, and community play a powerful role in shaping kids’ confidence.
When you model pride and positivity, Spanish becomes a source of joy and connection.
708: Marinés Duarte-Cómo Mantener a Tus Hijos Seguros en el Mundo Digital
Saison 7 · Épisode 8
mardi 7 octobre 2025 • Durée 42:56
¿Te has preguntado si tus hijos realmente están seguros cuando navegan en línea? En este episodio conversamos sobre los peligros actuales, la importancia de la guianza frente a la prohibición, y hábitos digitales saludables para toda la familia. Prepárate para estrategias, ejemplos reales y recursos para que tu familia navegue el mundo digital con confianza.
1:39 – ¿Qué significa criar niños bien conectados?
5:29 – Modelando hábitos: reglas familiares y ejemplo de los adultos
7:13 – ¿Por qué guiar es mejor que prohibir los dispositivos?
11:36 – ¿A qué edad debería mi hijo tener su primer dispositivo?
18:24 – Claves para fomentar hábitos digitales saludables
22:13 – Superando la barrera del idioma en la tecnología
25:09 – Cómo hablar de seguridad digital con tus hijos
31:27 – El consejo más importante antes de entregar un dispositivo
33:30 – ¿Qué hacer cuando los amigos tienen dispositivos y tus hijos no?
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707: Criando Hijos Bilingües, Seguros, y Orgullosos con Marinés Duarte
Saison 7 · Épisode 7
mardi 30 septembre 2025 • Durée 13:24
¿Alguna vez has dudado de tu capacidad para criar hijos bilingües o no sabes por dónde empezar? En este minisodio, Janny recibe a Marinés Duarte, quien comparte sus experiencias reales y consejos para criar niños bilingües, recordándonos que no se trata de perfección, sino de constancia, amor e intención.
Estas historias, herramientas y reflexiones te dejarán motivada para sembrar esas semillas de español en casa, sin importar en qué etapa de tu camino estés.
– Conoce a Marinés Duarte: Una historia de éxito bilingüe
– Consejos prácticos desde la casa de Marinés
– Celebrando pequeñas victorias
Marinés Duarte:
Familia, tecnología, estilo de vida y diversión.
Cofundadora de TekkieFam y de M4Agency.
Latina con presencia digital, enfocada en crear contenido auténtico.
Activa en redes con casi 40 mil seguidores.
Ideas rápidas de crianza bilingüe
La constancia y la paciencia son más fuertes que la perfección, cada esfuerzo cuenta.
Tu historia como madre o padre bilingüe puede comenzar hoy, donde sea que estés.
El apoyo y las herramientas prácticas te ayudan a pasar de sentirte estancada a empoderada.
706: 3 Parenting Blocks That Are Killing Your Child’s Spanish (And How to Fix Them Now)
Saison 7 · Épisode 6
mardi 23 septembre 2025 • Durée 17:55
What if your biggest obstacle to raising a bilingual child wasn’t about vocabulary drills or not enough Spanish books, but something deeper...inside you? In this special 200th episode, I reveal the three most common blocks that keep parents stuck and share how intentional strategies, confidence, and joyful connection can help your familia thrive bilingually.
Whether you’re doubting your ability, struggling to stay consistent, or worried about your child’s progress, this episode will help you uncover new motivation and use practical tools you can implement right away.
03:28 – How our fears and inherited beliefs (not our kids) often derail bilingual goals.
10:22 – Why milestone comparisons can be unhelpful and how to track progress the right way
13:30 – Why Spanish exposure needs a plan
24:14 – Why lack of langauge connection is preventing progress.
Janny Perez is a passionate advocate for raising bilingual children and preserving Latino heritage.
She is the voice behind "The Latina Mom Legacy" podcast and the bilingual parenting educator behind .
705: Maddie Welch-How Music Unlocks Spanish Fluency
Saison 7 · Épisode 5
jeudi 18 septembre 2025 • Durée 38:06
What if supporting your child’s Spanish and cultural roots was as simple (and fun) as putting on a favorite song? In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Maddie Welch, Boricua bilingual educator and founder of Canta y Baila Conmigo. Together, we explore how music (not just passive listening), but singing, moving, and connecting, can be a game-changer for language development, memory, and heart-felt family connection.
Whether you’re a musical mami or can barely carry a tune, you’ll leave inspired to integrate music into your daily routines, discover heritage songs, and maybe even lead bilingual music classes in your community!
20:22 – Bringing Canta y Baila Conmigo to Your Community
704: Raising Bilingual Kids When Only One Parent Speaks Spanish with Maddie Welch
Saison 7 · Épisode 4
mercredi 17 septembre 2025 • Durée 11:11
Ever feel like you can’t “do bilingual parenting right” because your spouse isn’t fluent or your community lacks Spanish speakers? You’re not alone! In this candid episode, host Janny Perez welcomes Maddy Welch (proud Boricua, bilingual educator, and mom) to share real-life strategies for building a bilingual home, even when only one parent speaks Spanish and you’re far from your heritage roots.
1:48 – A tale of two cultures: Maddy’s bicultural, bilingual family 2:49 – Overcoming the “one parent, one language” myth 4:36 – Creative ways to build a supportive community from scratch 7:47 – Raising kids with pride in both culture and language—even with non-fluent parents 10:04 – Learning to adapt your bilingual parenting goals with love and persistence
Quick Bilingual Parenting Takeaways:
There’s no one-size-fits-all: persistence matters more than perfection
Family and community support can be intentionally built, not just inherited
Early Elementary (Kinder to 3rd Grade) Picks
17:16 – Older Elementary (3rd to 6th Grade) Awesome picks for curious big kids: Happy Learning Español, Mundo Divertido de Niños, Guerrero’s Planet, Arte y Dibujos para Niños, Kids Bop en Español.
22:57 – Putting It All Together How to choose just ONE to ease overwhelm, plus where to get the full curated list and links.
About Janny Perez
Janny Perez is a passionate advocate for raising bilingual children and preserving Latino heritage.
She is the voice behind "The Latina Mom Legacy" podcast and the bilingual parenting educator behind Confident Bilingual Parenting .
She inspires parents with her own journey, moving beyond simply reading or singing to her child in Spanish. Janny knows that true bilingualism requires more than casual exposure, it demands intention, planning, and consistent strategies.
Through her story, Janny empowers families to overcome self-doubt and create new traditions grounded in mindful language learning, helping children thrive in both Spanish and their Latino culture.
Being a “no sabo kid” (or parent!) isn’t about failing, it’s about the journey. Celebrate every word, every effort, and every step toward connection and pride. When you focus on progress over perfection, model joy, and respond with compassion, your child’s bilingual legacy will thrive. You’re not just teaching Spanish you’re passing on heritage, love, and confidence. ¡Tú puedes!
For more on Confident Bilingual Parenting, visit milegasi.thinkific.com. And don’t forget to grab the free mini guide from today’s episode, your new toolkit for every family conversation!
For more on building your confidence as a bilingual parent, visit milegasi.com. ¡Un beso, un abrazo, y ciao ciao!
Ronda rápida: maternidad, legado y orgullo latino
Sobre Marinés Duarte
Familia, tecnología, estilo de vida y diversión.
Cofundadora de TekkieFam y de M4Agency.
Latina con presencia digital, enfocada en crear contenido auténtico.
Activa en redes con casi 40 mil seguidores en IG @marinesduarte
Recursos mencionados en el podcast
Tekkifam.com: Guías, talleres y tips gratuitos para padres, en español e inglés.
Redes sociales de Marines Duarte: @Tekifam en Instagram y TikTok, @MarinesDuarte para consejos familiares y de tecnología.
Mantener a nuestros hijos seguros en el mundo digital no implica prohibir, sino educar, acompañar y modelar con intención. Los dispositivos pueden ser aliados maravillosos si se usan con sabiduría y guía. Recuerda: la comunicación abierta, reglas claras y el ejemplo son tu mejor estrategia. Y nunca, nunca es tarde para aprender.
¡Tú puedes criar niños seguros, responsables y orgullosos de su legado digital y cultural!
La comunidad y la conexión alimentan tu compromiso y tu motivación.
Recursos mencionados en el podcast
🎁 Confident Bilingual Parenting – El curso paso a paso y a tu ritmo de Janny para ayudarte a criar hijos que hablen español con confianza.
Tu camino en la crianza bilingüe es único. Recuerda, no se trata de ser perfecta, se trata de presentarte con amor, paciencia e intención. Cada palabra en español que compartes es un regalo para el futuro de tu hijo. Tú puedes.
She inspires parents with her own journey, moving beyond simply reading or singing to her child in Spanish. Janny knows that true bilingualism requires more than casual exposure, it demands intention, planning, and consistent strategies.
Through her story, Janny empowers families to overcome self-doubt and create new traditions grounded in mindful language learning, helping children thrive in both Spanish and their Latino culture.
Quick Bilingual Parenting Takeaways:
Mindset matters: Our doubts and fears often have a bigger impact than our “mistakes.”
Consistent, intentional exposure is key—2–4 hours daily, not all at once.
Discover and use your child's preferred learning style for joyful, effective bilingual learning.
Making Spanish central to positive, joyful, and family-based experiences creates lifelong motivation.
Celebrating 200 episodes, we remember: Raising bilingual kids doesn't have to be overwhelming or lonely. With the right tools, joyful memories, and a confident mindset, you can nurture your familia’s legacy. Celebrate the small wins, create joyful Spanish moments, and remind yourself: sí se puede.
For more on building your confidence as a bilingual parent, visit milegasi.com. ¡Un beso, un abrazo, y ciao ciao!
Music is more than entertainment, it’s a bridge to language, memory, and our roots. Don’t aim for perfection aim for connection. Through song, rhythm, and shared movement, you create a legacy your abuela would be proud of.
Keep singing, keep connecting, and pass on your heritage one song at a time.
Bilingual parenting doesn’t require perfection, just a willingness to adapt, love, and lay the groundwork so you can help your kids navigate their own journeys. Celebrate every step, create your own community, and remember: juntos, we’re creating the legacy our kids will carry into the world. ¡Si se puede! If you would like to learn more about Janny's Confident Bilingual Parenting course to gain the confidence to raise bilingües, visit milegasi.thinkific.com.
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