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Let’s Talk About Normalizing Public Breastfeeding

The sexualization of women's bodies has caused basic life-sustaining parental acts like breastfeeding to be "controversial" and banned in many places. The breast is just another organ that both sexes have, yet women are shamed when feeding their children.

The Thin Line Between Hard Work and Burnout

As Latinos, we’ve all been taught to hustle hard, but what happens when the grind takes over your health and happiness?

Destigmatizing Feminism: The Basics Are Powerful

Despite the progress, hurdles and misconceptions still plague the feminist movement. A basic understanding of feminist principles can help move the needle.

The Psychology of Goal Setting: Evidence-Based Strategies That Work

From journaling your thoughts to celebrating small wins, the science of goal-setting shows us that simple strategies can make all the difference.

5 Latina TED Talks That Will Inspire You

Who doesn't love a good Ted Talk? Here's 5 of the best Latina Ted Talks that are sure to inspire.

Ripple Effect: Shaping Kids Through Parents’ Self Image

Parents' self-image can have a significant impact on how their kids turn out. With social media negatively impacting mental health and body image perceptions, what happens at home is even more critical these days.

Spotting Machismo: A Quick Self-Reflection Guide

In a world where harmful behaviors persist the only option is to continue challenging the norm. From dismantling stereotypes to promoting empathy, we explore the subtle ways machista attitudes persist in our lives.

Hot Chocolate Around Latin America: A Taste of Mexico and Colombia

For Latinos, hot chocolate is a year-round thing, but it's also definitely a winter thing. And we definitely know how to give the traditional recipe a twist.

How To Make the Coquito of Your Dreams

It's that time of year again, and we've got you covered on the coquito. It's surprisingly easy to make, but doesn't taste like it is.

7 Unique Latin American Dishes You Can Bring To Holiday Parties

It's party season, and thankfully, we've got you covered with some of the best Latin American dishes to bring (or just eat yourself while watching Netflix).