Super Mamás

This week on the show we get honest. First, Paulina shares with us the anxiety and emotion she is experiencing as the birth of her daughter approaches. Hear first hand how to manage those emotions and how to be gentle with ourselves. Then, we sat down with Laura Vargas from Planned Parenthood Los Angeles to talk about sex and sexuality with our children. Laura has worked in the field of sexuality education for over 25 years and is the Senior Health Educator at Planned Parenthood Los Angeles. She answers all of our question about how to discuss get more comfortable with talking to our kids about these topics, when to start and what to say. This isn’t just about “the talk” but about being comfortable talking to our kids about this subject throughout the stages of life. Our children need trusted and informed adults to speak to these subjects throughout the various stages of their lives and Laura shares a variety of resources to help us get started. Plus, our tips and picks and our #talkreadsing moment of the week. Check out our show notes at supermamaspodcast.com for all the links to the resources and books mentioned in this episode.

This week on the show we have brand new mami, Miriam Carrillo join us on the show. Miriam is the Director for the Upward Bound program in Corona High School. Miriam has a Master's Degree in Education and Counseling and has dedicated her professional life to ensure kids meet their full academic potential. She shares with us a lot of important information on how we as parents can help and support our kids on their educational journeys. She gives us deadlines, requirements and some things we can start doing since years before our kids reach college age. Don't forget to share this episode with all your friends and family! Check out more in our show notes at supermamaspodcast.com

This week on the show we talked to a Super Mama extraordinaire! Emily Simonitsch sat down with us for a power hour of mentorship. Emily is the Senior Vice President of Talent for Live Nation Entertainment and is a 30-year veteran of live Latin entertainment in California, she has promoted crossover artists like Pitbull and Jennifer Lopez and is responsible for bringing us a lot of the Latin stars we know and love like Luis Miguel and Mana! She has been married for 38 years, has 2 sons Errol and Evan, a daughter in law Heather, and 3 grandchildren, Errol, Kenley and Cole. She gave us great knowledge about how to climb the corporate ladder while having children, and how to navigate a long-lasting marriage. We learned so much from her life in the entertainment industry, how she prioritized her time while her children were growing up. The biggest advice she gave her own daughter-in law and what it feels like to be a grandparent She also talked to us about her non-negotiable me time and how it helps her stay grounded. Plus! Bricia shares with us her latest personal-development listens! You don’t miss this episode. Dont' forget to follow us on Instagram @_supermamas and learn about this episode at Supermamaspodcast.com

This week on the show we sit down with Rachel Gomez, Founder and Creator of @VivaLaBonita a Street Wear inspired apparel line that wants to make all of us feel Bonitas. Rachel Shares with us the story behind her company, the exact moment she decided to jump in and pursue her dream without looking back, what inspired her and how she tries to balance motherhood in the middle of her super crazy life. We love and admire Rachel's drive and dedication to her dreams and how motherhood has accelerated and increased her motivation to be a better entrepreneur and mother at the same time. Don't forget to share this episode and keep spreading the Super Mama Love!

This week on the show we launch our Talk.Read.Sing. Campaign in partnership with First 5 California! We talk to expert Jamiann Collins-Lopez about her motherhood journey and how it has impacted her career with First 5 California. We also dive into the importance of talking, reading and singing to our children and strategies to make these activities and easy part of our daily life. We also kick of our Talk.Read.Sing Challenge! Paulina also shares with us about a recent diagnosis and how she is dealing with it. Share your #talkreadsing moments with us for a chance to be featured! Use #talkreadsing and tag @_supermamas @first5california. Check out our website supermamaspodcast.com or visit www.first5california.com to learn more.

In this episode we sat down with Ana Guajardo, mother of two and the Founder of Cha Cha Covers a line of culturally inspired nail decals that have significantly influenced the nail art landscape, and are used by nail artists locally, nationally and internationally. We talk all about how she built a business, co-parented for a a few years, and why she is homeschooling her daughter as she approaches middle school. Bricia is back! We catch up with each other and our most recent adventures. Don't forget to check out our show notes @supermamaspodcast.com

Lets talk sleep this week ladies! Are you going through a sleeping hiccup at home? or are you just struggling trying to figure out a sleeping routine for your baby? Don't worry, this week we brought in Kim Lan Dovan, a dear friend of us to share with us some useful information and tips to help everyone at home get a good night sleep. We also talk about how not all methods may fit your life style so do what best works for you and your family! Don't forget to share this episode with a friend in need!

This week we invited Marisol Garcia, founder of Together in Birth to the show. Marisol is a Doula by profession and she came to share with us everything we need to know about what a Doula's role is in pregnancy and during childbirth. What exactly do they do, how can they help both the Mom and her partner have a better birth experience, how do they help before, during and post labor. If you are expecting a baby, planning to get pregnant or know someone that is pregnant, this is a great episode for you!

This week on the Show we have Life Coach Lesley Yadon. Lesley specializes in coaching new Moms and helping them go through the rough emotions of that first time experience such as mom guilt and that endless worry we all feel. She shares with us a lot of helpful techniques such as breathing exercises, meditation and much more! Whether are a new mom or an experienced mom, you will definitely find this episode helpful. Don't forget to check out our show notes at Supermamas.LA and follow us on Instagram @_supermamas.

We are so excited to share our conversation with our dear friend Cristela Alonzo the voice of “Cruz Ramirez” in the new Disney/Pixar "Cars 3" movie! There’s so much laughter and inspiration in this episode. You don’t want to miss a minute of it! Cristela is a history maker! In 2014, she became the first Latina to create, produce, write, and star in her own primetime comedy, Cristela. You may also recognize her from her her hilarious Netflix special Lower Classy. We talked to her about life lessons, broken teeth, how to deal with bullies, her Selena dreams and about being the “good” Latina daughter. Paulina also shares why this movie has special significance for her as a mother of daughters. Listen to the very end to hear Cristela's tip of the week that is sure to create Summer memories for you and your children. Don't forget to check out our show notes at Supermamas.LA.