Having a child is not an easy task, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, or gender. You will always question whether you are doing it right or doing what is best for them. For same-sex parents, the questions double, often asking themselves whether their children will be accepted or whether they will be treated equally. Often, same-sex parents face fears that… View Post
I still remember my son’s first day of school like it was just yesterday. Amigas, as you can imagine, it was un super emotional rollercoaster. On one hand, I was excited because he was on his way to pave his academic path. Meanwhile, thoughts of him having to navigate this new chapter of his life terrified me a bit. Not… View Post
We live in new times. What we had inherited from our parents are now archaic principles, and technological and scientific evolution has opened up new horizons. For example, those who demonized Cannabis now recognize its benefits, and since its legalization, weed consumption has become commonplace. Perhaps there are still taboos to be broken, and that is why we want to… View Post
In the world of literature, countless stories and voices can connect with us on another level, move us to other places, and make us feel most fully with the simple power of the written word. Poetry is one of these forms, and although many think it is complicated or not for everyone, you only have to start reading it with… View Post
Colonialism is a controversial concept. Although history makes clear its role as an imposed structure that uses destruction as a method of substitution and domination, there are still those who perceive it as a “benevolent act of salvation,” often from a religious point of view. In one way or another, it is impossible to deny the historical impact that colonization… View Post
The holidays are approaching, and if there’s one thing we Latinos know how to do, it’s to party. Whether with family or friends, nothing adds that extra touch to any gathering, party, or dinner like a good cocktail — even more so if we prepare it ourselves. And we Latina moms are no slouches. In all my years as a… View Post
Las mañanas familiares son para compartir, para agarrar energía, y para agradecer por las bendiciones recibidas. ¿Qué mejor manera de hacerlo que con una buena acción? Para Greidys Gil, actriz, presentadora de televisión, modelo y reina de belleza cubana, las acciones más simples son las más hermosas. Greidys enseña a sus hijos el alcance de un abrazo, una flor o… View Post
Comadres, let’s talk about mental health and our Latino culture. I know you might feel like this topic might be everywhere nowadays, but it’s with good reason. Let’s not pretend like we didn’t grow up around family members talking about “los nervios” (instead of calling it what it was – anxiety!) and hearing tías talk about el primo que estaba… View Post
Grandmothers are fundamental characters in the lives of children and mothers. In the culture, grandmothers are the infinite source of love and wisdom. All grandmothers always have something to teach us, from tips for chicken broth to the best way to clean the table. But perhaps most important are the life lessons they leave us, which often determine many of… View Post
Did you know that October 6 is National Plus Size Appreciation Day? It’s a day to celebrate ourselves and remember that sizes are just a number and that our value as people does not depend on stereotypes imposed by the patriarchy. In a society that insists on classifying us and opposes the inclusivity of curvy and plus-size women and mothers,… View Post
Listening to music all day can be a wonderful thing. However, sometimes we need to feed our brains with more than rhythmic melodies and our choice of lyrical content. This is why it’s important to have a few podcasts on queue. You know, for the days you want to tune everyone out in a casual way. It is true; we… View Post
The moment I became a madre, I became hyper-aware of my child’s health. I just wanted to protect him at all costs. So, it comes to no surprise that talking about children’s diseases can be so nerve-wracking for me and any mom out there. But it’s something we must all do. The reality is that many Latino children are predisposed… View Post
