Viva la Mami - Latina Motherhood, Modern Parenting, Latina Well-Being
Latina motherhood is a complex journey, interwoven in two identities that often make us feel ni de aquí, ni de allá (not from here, not from there). However, Viva la Mami® is committed to providing Latina moms, allies, and professionals who support Latina moms with the knowledge and tools to further identify and understand the challenges and triumphs of Latina motherhood.
Join Jessica Cuevas as we discuss culturally relevant topics that will help inform and empower Latina moms in whichever season they are in on their motherhood journey. We'll be joined by Latina moms, experts, and professionals who can offer advice, practical tips, relatable stories, and honest conversations.
This podcast will cover an array of topics that is geared toward the modern Latina mom that will empower you to find balance between tradition and progress. Bring your cafecito as we all create honest conversations and share the complexities about madrehood.
Episodes
166 episodes
166. Mamis Abroad: How to Build a Life Abroad Without Having It All Figured Out with Vanessa Mota
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 Je...
165. How We Found A New Home in Mexico Without the Guilt
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 s...
164. [REPLAY] Living in Mexico: How to Find and Secure a Rental
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 t...
163. What Every First-Gen Parent Needs to Know About College Admissions Right Now
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 col...
162. Navigating College Admissions as a First-Gen Parent
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 deca...
161. Reclaim Your Path: Why I Left A Job, Chose México & Am Building on My Own Terms
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 finall...
160. Mamis Abroad: How Fear of Staying Can Push You to Move Abroad with Jess Winns
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...
159. Mamis Abroad: How to Build a Home Anywhere in the World with Lina Molina
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, an...
158. How to Raise a Bilingual Child Without Losing Yourself
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 generati...
157. Best of VLM: How to Raise Spanish-First Kids Without the Guilt with Lucía Garrett
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 excit...
156. Best of VLM: How to Heal Your Gut Health as a Latina Mom with Dr. Alma Medina
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 in...
155. Best of VLM: Breaking Generational Cycles Through Restorative Parenting with Alex Fernandez
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 pers...
154. Creating Maternal Health Awareness After Loss
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 complic...
153. How to Stop Feeling Stuck and Rethink the "American Dream"
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 be...
152. Mamis Abroad: How to Find Remote Work with Karina Wright
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, ...
151. 3 Things You Must Do Before Moving Abroad
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 movi...
150. Mamis Abroad: Making Radical Decisions for Your Kids' Future with Alyssa Bolaños
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 w...
149. Mamis Abroad: Creating Space for Moms Moving Back to Their Roots
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 noti...
148. How to Break Free from Marianismo with Juda Avila, MA, AMFT
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 sacrifice...
147. Why the U.S. Isn’t Built for Mothers (And What Latina Moms Deserve Instead)
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 unc...
146. How to Make 2026 Your Best Year Yet | Season 6 Premiere
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 w...
145. How I'm Navigating 4 Months in Mexico
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 cul...
144. Living in Mexico: How to Get Dual Citizenship as Mexican Americans
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 share...
143. Living in Mexico: How to Find Work and Build Income Streams Abroad
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 ...
142. Living in Mexico: Why We Joined the Reverse Migration Wave
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 t...