Mother’s Day isn’t always all flowers and hugs. For many Latinas, it's a complex dance of setting boundaries or even severing ties with toxic or marianismo-influenced moms. Why? Because self-care isn't selfish, it’s survival.
How do you find a balance between supporting your family and nurturing your own growth?
Migration profoundly shapes the Latino community, sparking notable shifts in family dynamics. From first-generation immigrants often holding on to outdated traditions to first-generation Latino-Americans confidently challenging them, we explore the ways in which Latino culture is changing - and not changing.
Machismo has cast a long shadow over the Latino community, shaping the beliefs and behaviors of many fathers. But change is possible, and it starts with fathers themselves.
Let's celebrate the tenacity, innovation, and grace passed down by our Abuelas. Explore Escoto's profound connection with her abuelas and discover the invaluable lessons that shaped her appreciation for entrepreneurship.
Emotional manipulation isn't just found in romantic relationships; it's present in our daily lives and often with the people we're closest to.
Shall we take a trip down memory lane? We've wrapped up the quintessential Latino childhood experiences into one relatable list.
Some of us grew up with our dads fulfilling some very specific roles in our lives: provider, man of the house, and oftentimes, not the person we went to for emotional guidance.
Growing up Latina means getting a lot of advice from our mamás. Here are a few things probably all Latina moms say.
Today's world is very different from the world our grandparents and even parents grew up in. The concept of what a "family" looks like is undoubtedly dated; however, the changing dynamics of family are complex concepts for older generations to grasp.
