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My Journey From Resenting My Latina Mom’s Assimilation to Embracing It

Sofía AguilarMay 12, 2023May 12, 2023

by Sofía AguilarMay 12, 2023May 12, 202302368

Growing up, I always knew that my mom was not like other moms. In some ways, she was defiantly, undeniably Latina: packing me bean and cheese burritos for lunch (the kind that got cold and smelly by lunchtime so that...

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Siempre Mami: Honor The Mamás In Your Life With This Mexican Charcuterie Recipe Featuring Sargento® Cheese

Alejandra MedinaMay 5, 2023May 5, 2023

by Alejandra MedinaMay 5, 2023May 5, 2023032609

Sponsored by Sargento® Foods Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate all mother figures and the special place they have in our hearts. From your favorite teacher to your closest homegirl, to your tia or abuelita, many women in our...

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I’m Your Mom Now: How to Make Cheesy Gorditas with Sargento® Real, Natural Cheese

Alejandra MedinaMay 4, 2023May 3, 2023

by Alejandra MedinaMay 4, 2023May 3, 2023032438

Sponsored by Sargento® Foods One of the many joys of motherhood is the special moments you get to share with your little ones. Whether it’s endless laughter during playtime or teaching moments during homework time, so many of our unforgettable...

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Honoring my Dominican Immigrant Mom for Women’s History Month

Ashley MercadoMarch 21, 2023March 23, 2023

by Ashley MercadoMarch 21, 2023March 23, 202301313

This Women’s History Month I am thinking about my mom more often than usual. Although I was raised by my eldest brother when I was around 14 years old due to my mother working intensive hours, my mom’s impact was...

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Make This TikToker’s Mexican Hamburguesa With The Perfect Blend Of Cheeses From Sargento® Cheese

Anna OrtegaNovember 2, 2022

by Anna OrtegaNovember 2, 20220152199

Sponsored by Sargento Foods Inc. On Día De Los Muertos, we uplift and honor the memory of our loved ones by offering tasty food and treats for the visiting spirits. For Ariana Ruiz, Latina mom and TikTok culinary extraordinaire, remembering...

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Relatable Feelings Every Mom Has During Back to School Season

Sofía AguilarAugust 11, 2022

by Sofía AguilarAugust 11, 2022055381

Summer is almost over. For many kids, this means the end of pool swims, carnival rides, traveling, unlimited family visits, and freedom. For parents, it’s more bittersweet. Sure, the kids are finally out of the house but this season also...

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Back to School Hacks You Need this Fall From Latina Mom Blogger Ana Cristina Enríquez

Sofía AguilarAugust 3, 2022August 17, 2022

by Sofía AguilarAugust 3, 2022August 17, 2022035415

Family always comes first for triple-threat Ana Cristina Enríquez. The blogger of Mami Glammy, entertainment reporter and journalist, and parenting guru, the Latina mother of two has a practiced hand at keeping her kids well-fed, entertained, and free of germs....

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How I’m Balancing Work With Being an Active School Mom

jennifervasquezAugust 1, 2022August 8, 2022

by jennifervasquezAugust 1, 2022August 8, 2022055007

The struggle is real when you’re trying to make sure your kids are getting their homework done while getting caught up on work emails. It can feel like walking on a tightrope, balancing a job and motherhood, but you’re not...

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Kay-Lani Martinez of Viva Glam Kay Talks Entrepreneurship, Motherhood & Motivation

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJune 21, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJune 21, 202203703

Like so many first-time moms, Kay-Lani Martinez found herself at home and bored when she was pregnant with her first child almost a decade ago. A makeup artist by trade, she started doing her own makeup and sharing photos of...

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Resilience in Motherhood is Natural and Celebrated Yet Rest is Not

Nena LezamaMarch 21, 2022March 21, 2022

by Nena LezamaMarch 21, 2022March 21, 202202424

Every night, for a split second, I tease myself into believing that “tomorrow, maybe I’ll sleep in.” The fantasy doesn’t last long as I’m usually brought back to reality by my dog’s bark, my baby’s cry, or a notification from...

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Stephanie Beatriz Recorded ‘Encanto’ Song While in Labor

Nena LezamaMarch 18, 2022March 18, 2022

by Nena LezamaMarch 18, 2022March 18, 202204206

Since its release in November of last year, Encanto has captivated us with its storyline and relatable characters but mostly with its music. Stephanie Beatriz, who voices Mirabel Madrigal in the film not only recorded the hit song “Waiting on...

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Being a Working Mom Is Never Perfect But These 5 Tips Can Help

Annie LealFebruary 24, 2022March 1, 2022

by Annie LealFebruary 24, 2022March 1, 2022063392

Sponsored by Chevrolet Equinox After my first child was born, I went back to work full-time, and I was absolutely miserable. As a working mom, I never got to spend much time with my son during the week, and it...