Explore every episode of the podcast Viva la Mami - Latina Motherhood, Modern Parenting, Latina Well-Being
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| 168. How to Tell the Difference Between an Expat and an Immigrant | 16 Jul 2026 | 00:29:53 | |
In this solo episode, I share about why I don't consider myself an expat, even though I moved from the United States to Mexico. I break down what the word "expat" actually means, who it tends to describe, and why I believe it's rooted in privilege. I also share why I see myself as an immigrant instead, coming back to the country my parents fled decades ago, and what it's been like navigating that identity almost a year into our move to México. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode168 What You'll Hear: Resources Mentioned: SHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review on Apple podcasts. Watch this podcast episode on YouTube! | |||
| 167. Mamis Abroad: Cómo Crear Comunidad Cuando Eres Mamá Inmigrante con Sandra Bermudez | 09 Jul 2026 | 01:08:04 | |
En este episodio en español de mi serie Mamis Abroad, tuve el honor de conversar con Sandra Bermúdez, de "Sandra Sin Filtro", una mamá venezolana que ha vivido no una, sino dos migraciones: primero de Venezuela a México, y después de México a Estados Unidos. Hablamos de lo que significa crear comunidad desde cero, de criar hijos que se sienten orgullosos de ser de varios lugares, y de esas diferencias culturales - grandes y pequeñas - que una siente en carne propia cuando se muda de país. Para obtener notas detalladas del episodio, visita vivalamami.com/episode167 Lo que vas a escuchar: Recursos mencionados: SHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review on Apple podcasts. Watch this podcast episode on YouTube! | |||
| 166. Mamis Abroad: How to Build a Life Abroad Without Having It All Figured Out with Vanessa Mota | 02 Jul 2026 | 01:00:29 | |
In this episode of the Mamis Abroad series, I sit down with Vanessa Mota, a Dominican-American content creator, digital publisher, author, and founder of My Dominican Kitchen. Vanessa made the boldest move by packing up her life in New Jersey and moving solo to the Dominican Republic. She has spent 12 years building her bilingual food brand for the Dominican diaspora, and now she's creating from the island itself. We talk about the empty nest season, what it really means to come home to your roots, and why you don't have to be ready to take the leap. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode166 What you'll hear: Resources Mentioned: 〰 Visit My Dominican Kitchen's website: mydominicankitchen.com SHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review on Apple podcasts. Watch this podcast episode on YouTube! | |||
| 165. How We Found A New Home in Mexico Without the Guilt | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:34:59 | |
After 10 months of living in our first house in Mexico, we made a decision that surprised us: we broke our lease early. But this episode isn't just about the logistics of moving - it's about the deeper realization that came with it. I'm sitting down solo to share why we left, what we discovered about housing options in Mexico that I never knew existed, and the uncomfortable (but necessary) conversation about privilege, generational progress, and what it really means to have choices your parents didn't. If you're a child of immigrants navigating the complexity of having more options than your parents did, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the financial reality, the emotional journey, and the four major lessons I learned that completely shifted how I think about housing in Mexico, privilege, and what it means to want better. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode165 What You'll Hear
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| 164. [REPLAY] Living in Mexico: How to Find and Secure a Rental | 05 Jun 2026 | 00:35:15 | |
This week I'm bringing you a rerun of one of our most-asked-about episodes! After 10 months of living here in León, we decided to break our lease early to find housing that better fits our family, and we're spilling all the tea on what led to that decision next week. But first, here's where our housing story began. Listen to this episode to understand the foundation, then tune in next week for the "why we left" conversation. Consider it your homework before next week's episode drops! I'm sharing all the things I wish someone had told us before we started house hunting. If you're thinking about making the move to Mexico or you're just curious about what expat life really looks like, this episode is packed with practical advice and hard-earned lessons. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode140 What You'll Hear
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| 163. What Every First-Gen Parent Needs to Know About College Admissions Right Now | 28 May 2026 | 00:24:17 | |
In this solo episode, I'm getting real about what it actually takes to help your child get into college in today's landscape, because spoiler: it's not the same process we went through. As a first-gen parent myself with 14 years of combined college admissions and counseling experience, I'm breaking down what's changed, what still matters, and how you can start building a real strategy this summer, whether your kid is a rising junior or senior. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode163 What You'll Hear:
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| 162. Navigating College Admissions as a First-Gen Parent | 21 May 2026 | 00:34:44 | |
In this solo episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on a side of me I don't often share - my professional story. I walk you through my journey as a first-generation college student, how I stumbled into the world of higher education, and the decade-long career in college admissions and counseling that followed. And yes, I have a BIG announcement at the end that I'm so excited to finally share with you. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode162 What you'll hear:
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| 161. Reclaim Your Path: Why I Left A Job, Chose México & Am Building on My Own Terms | 14 May 2026 | 00:29:48 | |
In this solo episode, I'm giving you the life update I've been meaning to share and I'm keeping it real. From accepting a corporate job out of desperation (and quitting nine days later) to deciding to stay in México for another year, and finally announcing the new business I'm building from scratch. This episode is for every first-generation mami who's ever felt like she had to prove herself, restart, or choose between stability and freedom. What You'll Hear:
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| 160. Mamis Abroad: How Fear of Staying Can Push You to Move Abroad with Jess Winns | 07 May 2026 | 00:58:14 | |
In this episode of the Mamis Abroad series, I'm sitting down with Jess Winns, a mom of four, published author, entrepreneur, Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and Transformational Leadership Coach, who made the bold decision to pack up her family and move to Playa del Carmen, Mexico as a single mom. We talk about the moment she knew it was time, what it's really like to build a life from scratch in a new country, and why she says the secret is to stop telling people your plans. This episode is for every mami who has whispered "what if" to herself, and hasn't given herself permission to find out. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode160 What You'll Hear:
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| 159. Mamis Abroad: How to Build a Home Anywhere in the World with Lina Molina | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:52:54 | |
In this Mamis Abroad series episode, I sit down with Lina Molina, a Latina mama of three who has been raising her family across continents. Lina shares what it really looks like to pick up your life, move to a country you know nothing about, and still show up as a grounded, intentional mother. We talk about building community from scratch, raising trilingual global kids, keeping your cultura alive far from home, and redefining what "home" even means when you've lived in five countries. If you've ever dreamed about moving abroad but felt scared, this episode is for you. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode159 What you'll hear:
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| 158. How to Raise a Bilingual Child Without Losing Yourself | 16 Apr 2026 | 01:10:11 | |
In this VLM Spotlight episode, I sit down with Cynthia Contreras, a wife, Latina mom, and bilingual reading specialist. What started as a chat about raising Spanish-dominant kids turned into a beautiful exploration of identity, healing generational trauma, and what it really means to show up for our children while still showing up for ourselves. Cynthia shares her journey from being the only Latina in her Wisconsin classroom, to becoming a first-gen college graduate, to intentionally building a bilingual home for her 5-year-old son. If you've ever felt the pressure of raising kids between two cultures - this episode is for you, mama. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode158 What You'll Hear in This Episode
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| 157. Best of VLM: How to Raise Spanish-First Kids Without the Guilt with Lucía Garrett | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:17:36 | |
This week, we welcome Lucía Garrett, founder of Pato Pato and the brilliant mind who coined the term "Spanish-first kids." As someone currently raising Spanish-dominant children myself, I was so excited to dive deep into this intentional approach to bilingual parenting. Lucía shares why the Spanish-only stage is so crucial for our kids and how we can stay confident in our choices, even when family members question us or when we feel like we're not doing enough. Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. What You'll Hear:
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| 156. Best of VLM: How to Heal Your Gut Health as a Latina Mom with Dr. Alma Medina | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:15:01 | |
In this powerful conversation, I sat down with Dr. Alma Medina, a certified functional medicine coach and pharmacist, right here in the Chicago area. As a fellow first-gen Latina mama, we dove deep into healing from the root - addressing gut health issues, hormonal imbalances, and chronic fatigue that so many mujeres in our community struggle with. We also explored how to reclaim the nutritional power of our traditional Latino foods and why functional medicine is the key to breaking generational health cycles. Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. What You'll Hear:
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| 155. Best of VLM: Breaking Generational Cycles Through Restorative Parenting with Alex Fernandez | 19 Mar 2026 | 00:13:47 | |
I had the privilege of sitting down with Alex Fernandez, a father and educator with over 15 years of experience. Alex has presented on restorative practices and brought such valuable insights about intentional parenting from the Latino dad perspective. Our conversation really resonated with me, especially as we discussed the challenge of breaking generational cycles while honoring our cultural roots. Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. What You'll Hear:
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| 154. Creating Maternal Health Awareness After Loss | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:59:17 | |
In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Eddie Garcia, Elisa Garcia, Christina Galindo, and Jessica Bess to hear Francilia Garcia's story - a beloved wife, first-time mother, and advocate who tragically passed away from childbirth complications just weeks after welcoming her twin boys. Through their grief, Francilia's family created Francilia's Twice the Love Foundation to raise awareness about preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome, and postpartum risks that claim too many mothers' lives. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode154 A note before listening: This episode discusses pregnancy loss, maternal death, and grief. The content is deeply personal and may be difficult for some listeners, especially those who have experienced similar losses or trauma. Please listen when you feel emotionally prepared, and know that it's okay to pause or step away if needed. What You'll Hear:
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| 153. How to Stop Feeling Stuck and Rethink the "American Dream" | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:25:30 | |
In July 2024, I was featured in The New York Times in an article about how childcare costs are limiting women’s ability to work. The headline captured exactly how we felt at the time: stuck. In this solo episode, I share the real story behind that moment and how my family made the strategic decision to move from Chicago to León, Guanajuato. I break down the real cost of living for a family of four in the U.S., the childcare math that so many moms are quietly navigating, and the mindset shift that helped us stop blaming ourselves and start thinking strategically. If you’ve ever looked at your numbers and thought, “Why does this feel impossible?”, this episode is for you. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode153 What You'll Hear:
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| 152. Mamis Abroad: How to Find Remote Work with Karina Wright | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:51:02 | |
In this episode of the Mamis Abroad series, I sit down with Karina Wright, a content creator, community builder, and certified no-gatekeeping reina! Karina made the bold decision to move back to the motherland with her husband and teenage son, and she has been sharing every step of the journey with her growing community at @karinalifeinmexico. She is giving our people real, practical resources on how to find remote work, navigate the emotional load of returning, and build a life on your own terms. Whether you are thinking about making this move or just need some inspiration to dream a little bigger, this episode is for you! For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode152 What You'll Hear
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| 151. 3 Things You Must Do Before Moving Abroad | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:24:31 | |
In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the three action steps I wish I had before we made the move to Mexico - the same ones that helped our family go from dreaming about life in Mexico to actually living it. Whether you're thinking about moving abroad for a year or permanently, this episode is your reality check and your permission slip all in one. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode151 What You'll Hear:
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| 150. Mamis Abroad: Making Radical Decisions for Your Kids' Future with Alyssa Bolaños | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:48:02 | |
In this episode of the "Mamis Abroad" series, I sit down with Alyssa Bolaños, the Latina mom behind @casabolanos, who made the radical decision to leave the U.S. with her family and embrace world schooling abroad. We dive deep into what it really takes to uproot your life, sell everything you own, and create a new future for your kids outside of the United States. Alyssa's story is raw, honest, and incredibly inspiring, especially for those who've been feeling that whisper of "what if we just... left?" For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode150 What You'll Hear:
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| 149. Mamis Abroad: Creating Space for Moms Moving Back to Their Roots | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:16:47 | |
In this episode, I'm introducing a brand new series called Mamis Abroad and sharing some exciting updates about resources I'm creating specifically for mamás like you who are considering moving to Mexico with your family. I've noticed a serious gap in representation when it comes to Latina moms who are traveling or moving abroad. Most of the content out there is centered around digital nomads and expats, but what about those of us who are reverse migrating, going back to our roots, to the countries our families came from? That's exactly why I'm creating this series and building a community where our voices aren't silenced anymore. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode149 What You'll Hear:
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| 148. How to Break Free from Marianismo with Juda Avila, MA, AMFT | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:59:54 | |
In this week's episode, we welcome Juda Avila, a bilingual therapist and postpartum coach who's doing incredible work with first-gen Latina moms. As someone who experienced postpartum depression twice and grew up witnessing the silent sacrifices of Marianismo, Juda brings both professional expertise and lived experience to this conversation. We dive deep into the cultural expectations that keep us silent about our struggles, the identity loss that comes with motherhood, and most importantly, how we can redefine what it means to be a "good mom" without erasing ourselves in the process. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode148 What You'll Hear:
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| 147. Why the U.S. Isn’t Built for Mothers (And What Latina Moms Deserve Instead) | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:27:32 | |
In this solo episode, I’m checking in with you. There is so much heaviness right now in the United States, especially for our Latino community, and I felt called to pause and hold space for everything Latina moms are carrying. From fear and uncertainty to burnout and survival mode, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, you are not weak, and you are not imagining how hard this feels. This is a compassionate conversation about motherhood, mental health, community, and giving ourselves permission to slow down and take care of our nervous systems during a really difficult moment in time. What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
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| 146. How to Make 2026 Your Best Year Yet | Season 6 Premiere | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:30:14 | |
Welcome to Season 6 of Viva la Mami! In this solo episode, I'm getting real with you about our move to Mexico, the lessons 2025 taught me, and how we can make 2026 our best year yet. Whether you're questioning the "American Dream", struggling with mom guilt, or dreaming of making a radical change in your own life, this episode is for you. Let's redefine madrehood together - one decision at a time. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode146 What You'll Hear:
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| 145. How I'm Navigating 4 Months in Mexico | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:38:00 | |
In this week's solo episode, I'm sharing what life really looks like four months into our move to Mexico as a family of four. I'm hustling, navigating new routines, and learning what it means to be truly present with my family in a culture that prioritizes connection over constant productivity. I also get vulnerable about the guilt I feel seeing my community struggle back in the US, the unexpected ways my body is adjusting to a new altitude and climate, and why I'm obsessed with how involved Mexican parents are in their kids' education. I'm also sharing what it's like to experience my first Navidad season in Mexico and how having five hours to myself in the mornings has completely transformed my mental health. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode145 What You'll Hear:
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| 144. Living in Mexico: How to Get Dual Citizenship as Mexican Americans | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:31:31 | |
In this episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I'm sitting down with my husband to talk about something so many of you have been asking about - how to get dual citizenship in Mexico! This has been our most-asked question since we shared our own journey to becoming dual citizens earlier this year. I'm walking you through our very different experiences. We're also getting real about the process, the paperwork mishaps, the differences between doing this in Mexico versus at the consulate, and why reclaiming this part of our heritage has been so meaningful for our family. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode144 What You'll Hear
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| 143. Living in Mexico: How to Find Work and Build Income Streams Abroad | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:34:22 | |
This has been the #1 question flooding my DMs and emails: "How did you find work to move to Mexico?" In this episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I'm finally answering your biggest question! I sit down with my husband to share our real, unfiltered experience navigating employment while living abroad. From his remote job to my freelance work, passive income streams, and the realities of working internationally, we're breaking down exactly how we make it work financially in Mexico. If you've been dreaming of making the move but feel stuck because of your job situation, this episode is for you. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode143 What You'll Hear:
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| 142. Living in Mexico: Why We Joined the Reverse Migration Wave | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:31:22 | |
In this episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I sit down with my husband to have an honest conversation about why so many people are fleeing to Mexico in 2025. We talk about being part of a massive wave of reverse migration, what it means to be children of immigrants returning to the motherland, and why the timing couldn't feel more right (or necessary). For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode142 What You'll Hear:
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| 141. Living in Mexico: Let's Talk About Gentrification (And Why It's Complicated) | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:22:53 | |
In this episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I'm sitting down with my husband to tackle one of the most controversial topics we've faced since moving to México: gentrification. As second-generation Mexican Americans living in León, Guanajuato, we're getting real about whether we're part of the problem, what gentrification actually means, and how our experience differs from what's happening in other places across Mexico. This conversation isn't easy, but it's one we need to have. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode141 What You'll Hear
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| 140. Living in Mexico: How to Find and Secure a Rental | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:33:52 | |
In this episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I'm sitting down with my husband to walk you through our entire housing journey here in León, Guanajuato. I'm answering one of your most-asked questions: How do you actually find a place to live in Mexico? Spoiler alert: it's not as simple as browsing Zillow! I'm sharing all the things I wish someone had told us before we started house hunting. If you're thinking about making the move to Mexico or you're just curious about what expat life really looks like, this episode is packed with practical advice and hard-earned lessons. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode140 What You'll Hear
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| 139. How to Build Generational Wealth Without Sacrificing Your Dreams with Jannese Torres | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:56:55 | |
This week, we welcome Jannese Torres, host of the Yo Quiero Dinero Podcast and author of Financially Lit, and we got REAL about motherhood, money, and breaking generational cycles. For years, Jannese believed that motherhood was incompatible with financial freedom, watching her own mother sacrifice everything. Now, as a new mami, she's completely rewriting what it means to be a Latina mother while building generational wealth for her daughter. This conversation is for every mamá who's tired of giving from an empty cup and ready to model abundance instead of sacrifice. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode139 What You'll Hear:
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| 138. How to Navigate Unexpected Childbirth and NICU Challenges with Xochitl Carmona | 25 Sep 2025 | 00:45:42 | |
I had the most vulnerable and empowering conversation with Xochitl Carmona, founder of Werk Mija and host of the Werk Mija podcast. As a fellow Latina entrepreneur and now mami, Xochitl opened up about her "dramatica" entrance into motherhood, her NICU experience, and how she's intentionally redefining what it means to be a Latina mother while running a successful business. This conversation touched my heart because it reminded me why we need to keep sharing our stories - especially the ones our cultura has taught us to keep quiet about. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode138 What You'll Hear:
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| 137. Living in Mexico: 5 Things That Shocked Us in Our First Month | 18 Sep 2025 | 00:36:41 | |
In this episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I'm joined by my husband Alex as we reflect on our first month living in Mexico. We discuss the unexpected challenges and surprises we've encountered during the first month of living abroad as second-generation Mexican Americans. Plus, we unpack five key surprises that have reshaped our perspective on life in Mexico. Join us as we navigate this new chapter and offer insights for anyone considering a big move abroad. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode137 In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 136. To My Latina Mamis: We Will Not Be Erased | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:26:32 | |
I felt an overwhelming urge to break from my regular programming and speak directly to my Latina mama community about what's happening right now. Even though my family and I moved to Mexico over a month ago, my heart is still very much with our people in the United States. This completely unscripted episode comes straight from my heart as I process the Supreme Court's recent ruling that essentially gives ICE agents the green light to racially profile Latinos. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode136 What you'll hear:
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| 135. How to Stop Perfectionism In Your Bilingual Parenting Journey with Beatriz Rivera-Cruz | 04 Sep 2025 | 00:41:27 | |
I sat down with Beatriz Rivera-Cruz, a former Spanish teacher turned entrepreneur who quit her job to start her own Spanish immersion daycare when she couldn't find what her family needed. As a Puerto Rican mami married to a non-Spanish speaker, Beatriz shares the real struggles of preserving her language and culture, and why perfectionism almost derailed her entire journey. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode135 What You'll Hear:
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| 134. How to Transform Your Sleep and Celebrate Cultura with Angela Fernandez | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:47:04 | |
I sat down with Angela Fernandez, founder of Dulce Dreams, to discuss something we don't talk about enough - sleep hygiene and how it connects to our wellbeing as Latina moms. Angela shared her journey from sleep-deprived new mom to entrepreneur who created the bamboo pajama brand she couldn't find anywhere else. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode134 What you'll hear:
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| 133. How to Raise Spanish-First Kids Without the Guilt with Lucía Garrett | 21 Aug 2025 | 00:48:14 | |
This week, we welcome Lucía Garrett, founder of Pato Pato and the brilliant mind who coined the term "Spanish-first kids." As someone currently raising Spanish-dominant children myself, I was so excited to dive deep into this intentional approach to bilingual parenting. Lucía shares why the Spanish-only stage is so crucial for our kids and how we can stay confident in our choices, even when family members question us or when we feel like we're not doing enough. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode133 What You'll Hear:
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| 132. Living in Mexico: How We Planned Our Drive From Chicago to León | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:37:04 | |
In this episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I address my recent hiatus and share the journey of moving my family from Chicago to León, Guanajuato. You'll hear about the planning and preparation for our road trip with two toddlers and a cat, the challenges and decisions we faced, and the valuable lessons we learned along the way. I also answer your frequently asked questions, discuss community support, and reflect on the privileged nature of our reverse migration. Join me as we embark on this new adventure and explore what it means to pursue a different dream for our family. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode132 What You'll Hear:
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| 131. How to Heal Your Gut Health as a Latina Mom with Dr. Alma Medina | 10 Jul 2025 | 00:47:26 | |
In this powerful conversation, I sat down with Dr. Alma Medina, a certified functional medicine coach and pharmacist, right here in the Chicago area. As a fellow first-gen Latina mama, we dove deep into healing from the root - addressing gut health issues, hormonal imbalances, and chronic fatigue that so many mujeres in our community struggle with. We also explored how to reclaim the nutritional power of our traditional Latino foods and why functional medicine is the key to breaking generational health cycles. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode131 What You'll Hear:
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| 130. Living in Mexico: Your Questions Answered About Our Upcoming Move! | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:39:59 | |
In this first episode of the "Living in Mexico" series, I'm diving deep into our family's big move to Mexico! After posting about our decision on social media, you all flooded my DMs with the most thoughtful questions, and I'm answering them all. From the practical logistics of dual citizenship to finding schools for the kids, I'm sharing everything about this crazy adventure we're embarking on as a family of four. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode130 What You'll Hear:
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| 129. Breaking Generational Cycles Through Restorative Parenting with Alex Fernandez | 12 Jun 2025 | 01:01:54 | |
In this Father's Day episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Alex Fernandez, an educator and father who's been working in Chicago Public Schools for 17 years. As someone who works at my son Diego's school and presented on restorative practices, Alex brought such valuable insights about intentional parenting from the Latino dad perspective. Our conversation really resonated with me, especially as we discussed the challenge of breaking generational cycles while honoring our cultural roots. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode129 What You'll Hear:
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| 128. [Episodio en español] Cómo amamantar sin rendirse con Liscar Bonilla | 05 Jun 2025 | 01:15:10 | |
En este episodio EN ESPAÑOL, invitamos a Liscar Bonilla, fundadora de Amalactar y autora de su primer libro, "Amamantar y no rendirse en el intento: 100 consejos para mamás." En esta conversación, compartí mi propia experiencia de relactación, y Liscar nos brindó consejos invaluables sobre cómo navegar la lactancia como mamás latinas, y desmitificamos algunos mitos que han afectado mamás que desean amamantar. Lo que escucharás:
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---------------------------------------------------------- In this episode IN SPANISH, we invite Liscar Bonilla, founder of Amalactar and author of her first book, "Breastfeeding and NOT Giving Up! 100 Tips for first-time Moms." In this conversation, I shared my own relactation journey, and Liscar gave us invaluable advice on how to navigate breastfeeding as Latina moms, as well as debunk some myths that have plagued moms who want to breastfeed. What You'll Hear:
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| 127. We're Moving to México! | 29 May 2025 | 00:29:05 | |
The secret is finally out - my family and I are moving to Mexico! In this episode, I'm joined by my husband as we share the announcement that's been two years in the making. We're relocating to León, Guanajuato with our boys, and I'm so excited to bring you along on this incredible journey. I open up about how this decision came together - from our four-week trip to Mexico that changed everything, to the stars aligning with our current living situation, and most importantly, our boys being at the perfect age for this adventure. What You'll Hear:
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| 126. Season 5 Premiere | 22 May 2025 | 00:21:08 | |
Welcome to Season 5 of Viva la Mami! I'm so excited to share this new season focused on reclaiming our cultura as Latina mothers. In this premiere episode, I open up about what's been happening in my household with my boys who are 4 and under, and how watching them naturally connect with our traditions inspired this season's theme. I share updates on our podcast journey - we now have over 120 episodes and 6,000+ downloads - and discuss how we're expanding the show while staying true to our mission of empowering Latina moms to redefine madrehood on their own terms. What You'll Hear:
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| 125. Best of VLM: How to Honor Your Cultural Foods While Meeting Your Health Goals with Mariana Dineen | 15 May 2025 | 01:02:33 | |
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 Mariana Dineen, a registered dietitian and founder of Elemento Health. She shares the importance of nutrition within the Latino community, especially for mothers striving to adopt a healthier lifestyle while preserving cultural traditions. Mariana emphasizes the significance of cultural relevance in nutrition counseling, overcoming language barriers, and the unique challenges faced by the Latino community in accessing healthcare. Key topics covered:
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| 124. Best of VLM: Managing Mom Rage and Emotional Dysregulation with Jocelyn Flores | 08 May 2025 | 00:54:13 | |
You're listening to the Best of VLM episode series featuring the most popular episodes of the Viva la Mami podcast! In this episode, I delve into the all-too-common experiences of emotional dysregulation and ‘mom rage’ that many Latina moms face. Joined by licensed marriage and family therapist Jocelyn Flores, founder of Raíz Parenting, we discuss practical tools like mindful breathing techniques and setting healthy boundaries to help manage these overwhelming emotions. For full show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode124
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| 123. Best of VLM: Navigating the Mental Load of Bilingual Parenting with Erika Milla from Spanish En Casita | 01 May 2025 | 00:59:07 | |
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 Erika Milla, creator of Spanish En Casita, an online community for parents striving to raise bilingual children. As a dedicated mom raising bilingual kids, Erika shares how she's preserving Spanish at home. In our conversation, we dive into the mental and emotional struggles of bilingual parenting and the ups and downs of dual immersion programs. Erika also opens up about homeschooling her kids and gives tips for other parents on similar journeys. In addition, talk about the importance of community, cultural pride, and staying intentional in raising bilingual children.
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| 122. [Bonus Episode] 'Again, Only More Like You': Author Catalina Margulis on Motherhood, Friendship, and Finding Your True Self | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:47:36 | |
In this special bonus episode, I talk with author Catalina Margulis about her debut novel "Again, Only More Like You" which releases TODAY, April 29th, 2025! Catalina shares her journey from journalism and magazine editing to becoming an entrepreneur, book coach, and author while raising four children. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode122 In this episode, we discuss:
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| 121. Balanced Madrehood: Creating Your New Legacy (Season Finale) | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:15:02 | |
In this special season finale, I wrap up our transformative Balanced Madrehood series by bringing all the pieces together and showing how they create a cohesive approach to motherhood that honors both your heritage and your vision for your family's future. Throughout the past seven episodes, we've explored the essential elements of creating a balanced madrehood experience: reclaiming our time, prioritizing self-care, rediscovering our passions, setting boundaries with family, breaking harmful cycles, and aligning our parenting with our authentic values. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode121 In this episode, you'll hear:
I'll be taking a three-week break after this episode, but you'll still hear a BONUS episode next Tuesday and our top three episodes from Season 4 in the coming weeks. When I return for Season 5, I'll bring fresh topics and inspiring guests to continue supporting you in your madrehood journey. Resources mentioned: SHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review on Apple podcasts. Watch this podcast episode on YouTube! | |||
| 120. Balanced Madrehood: Aligning Your Core Values with Parenting | 17 Apr 2025 | 00:14:30 | |
In this seventh episode of our special 8-episode Balanced Madrehood series, I discuss how aligning your parenting with your core values can transform your motherhood experience from reactive to intentional. As busy mamás juggling careers, households, relationships, and more, it's easy to parent on autopilot - reacting to situations rather than responding based on what truly matters to us. But when we take the time to identify our core values and create a parenting approach that reflects them, we experience more confidence, less guilt, and a stronger sense of purpose. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode120 In this episode, you'll learn:
I share specific examples of how values like respect, connection, and resilience can be put into practice through daily parenting decisions, and explain why parenting from your authentic values is transformative not just for your children, but for you too. SHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review on Apple podcasts. Watch this podcast episode on YouTube! | |||
| 119. Balanced Madrehood: How To Honor Your Heritage While Leaving Harmful Traditions Behind | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:15:43 | |
In this sixth episode of our special 8-episode Balanced Madrehood series, I share one of the most challenging aspects of modern Latina motherhood: giving ourselves permission to break harmful cultural traditions while still honoring our rich heritage. As Latina moms, we've inherited beautiful traditions that connect us to our roots - but if we're honest, we've also inherited patterns that don't serve us or our children. From "la chancla" discipline and authoritarian parenting to machismo attitudes and the expectation that moms should sacrifice everything for family, how do we honor where we come from while consciously choosing not to carry forward harmful patterns? In this episode, I name specific cycles many of us experienced growing up in Latino households and provide practical strategies for breaking these patterns while maintaining cultural connection. For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode119 In this episode, you'll hear:
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