Hispanic Mama

5 Films Based in Latin America That Impacted Me

CONFESSION: I am passionate about learning history, especially history related to my people. And, of course, films based on events that marked Latin America’s past are my favorites to watch.…

By Hispanic MamaJune 10, 2018Leave a comment

Heritage

3 Latinas Who Nevertheless Persisted

On National Women’s History Month, I would like to take honor 3 Latinas who demonstrated persistence to achieve their goals and make a difference in their communities. As the immigrant mother…

By Hispanic MamaMarch 8, 2018April 25, 2018

Bilingual Books

#ReadYourWorld Book Review: La Madre Goose, Nursery Rhymes for Los Niños

Did you know that today is Multicultural Children’s Books Day? Yes! It’s the day where we celebrate and encourage the publication of multicultural children’s books. As a mother raising world…

By Hispanic MamaJanuary 27, 2018January 27, 20181 Comment

Bilingual Books, Bilingual Resources

Three King’s Day Bilingual Books and Printables to Celebrate Día de Reyes

Today is Día de Reyes or Three King’s Day! The holiday represents the wise men’s visit to baby Jesus. Also, it marks the end of the Christmas season for many…

By Hispanic MamaJanuary 3, 2018April 24, 2018

Bilingual Resources

Enjoy A Hispanic Countries Calendar of Celebrations

I have a goal that never changes on my new year goals list, which is the pursuit of raising bilingual and bicultural children. I recommit every year to provide opportunities…

By Hispanic MamaJanuary 1, 2018April 22, 20181 Comment

Parenting

10 Simple Ideas For Toddler Outside Play

I received product and compensation from Mead Johnson Nutrition to create this post written by me. All experiences and opinions expressed in this post are my own and not those…

By Hispanic MamaDecember 20, 2017December 26, 2017

Bilingual Books, Bilingual Resources

6 Bilingual Children’s Books About Immigration

Immigration is a hot topic. There are many ideological differences and issues to consider, but there are also many stereotypes to break. As an immigrant myself and as an American, it’s important…

By Hispanic MamaDecember 17, 2017April 25, 2018

Causes

How To Bring Warm To Those in Need During The Holidays

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #LayerOnLove #CollectiveBias My abuela used to say: “The more you give, the…

By Hispanic MamaDecember 8, 2017December 13, 2017

Bilingual Books

Bidi Bidi Bom Bom! We Have A Bilingual Children’s Book About Selena Quintanilla

Lil’Libros did it again! I’m super, super excited about this new bilingual children’s book about Selena! What a fun way to introduce Selena’s life, music and legacy to our children. A…

By Hispanic MamaDecember 1, 2017April 25, 2018

Parenting

Mothering a Toddler: The Importance of the First Three Years of Life

I received product and compensation from Mead Johnson Nutrition to create this post written by me. All experiences and opinions expressed in this post are my own and not those…

By Hispanic MamaNovember 27, 2017November 27, 2017

Food

Don’t Sweat the Holidays: 2 Easy Semi-Homemade Recipes for The Busy Days

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Nestlé. All opinions and content are my own. #JuntosConNestle We are in the most wonderful time of the year and… the busiest one, too!…

By Hispanic MamaNovember 26, 2017December 1, 2017

Food

Caramel Flan: The Perfect Choice For A Holiday Dessert

I can’t remember my life without flan. It was the dessert that my mother often made at home. The caramel aroma always transports me to the peaceful and happy days…

By Hispanic MamaNovember 9, 2017November 9, 20171 Comment

Bilingual Books, Featured

6 Bilingual Books for Day of the Dead

The other day I bought some Catrina-shaped band-aids at my local grocery store. When my kids found out about them, it seemed to me that they were having “boo-boos” every five…

By Hispanic MamaOctober 16, 2017November 17, 20172 Comments

Food

Celebrate National Pork Month With Tacos Al Pastor

This post is sponsored by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All opinions and content are my own. Did you know that is National Pork Month? “Porktober” is…

By Hispanic MamaOctober 10, 2017October 29, 20175 Comments