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116. Balanced Madrehood: How to Prioritize Self-Care as Latina Moms
March 20, 2025 · 19 min

In this third episode of our special 8-episode Balanced Madrehood series, I tackle a topic that resonates with so many Latina moms: the misconception that taking care of ourselves is somehow selfish.

As Latina moms, we've often been conditioned to believe that self-sacrifice is the ultimate expression of love. Today, I challenge that notion and explore why true self-care isn't just nice to have, it's absolutely essential for those of us balancing multiple roles and responsibilities.

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In This Episode, You'll Hear:

Why traditional bubble baths and manicures aren't the only forms of self-care (and may not even be the most effective for busy moms)My personal journey of redefining what self-care means in my life beyond scheduled activitiesHow the cultural concept of "marianismo" creates additional barriers to self-care for Latina momsPowerful mindset shifts to break free from the guilt cycle that keeps us from prioritizing our wellbeingPractical strategies for implementing self-care in your busy life, even if you only have five minutes

Feeling overwhelmed by navigating cultural expectations and modern parenting as a Latina mom? Join Balanced Madrehood, Viva la Mami's signature coaching program designed to empower Latina moms to create a more balanced and fulfilling madrehood journey.  Head over to vivalamami.com/balanced-madrehood to learn more!

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