Why Roblox Feels Dangerous Inaproppriate Content Let’s start with the obvious: Roblox is marketed as kid-friendly, but it’s anything but in many corners. Even with the company’s moderation efforts, explicit and violent games are still accessible to kids. I read stories of children stumbling into spaces that no parent would knowingly allow them to enter. […]
As a Latina, single mama of three chicas, I’m quickly learning that addressing topics related to sexuality is a journey, not “a” conversation. It’s one filled with sensitivity, intention and, to be honest, lots of fear. Each of my girls, with their unique personalities and in varying developmental stages, has required a different approach to […]
When Luna shared that she wished for an “Under the Sea” themed birthday party this year, in typical Natalie fashion, I created my Pinterest board and the creative juices started flowing. Little did I know, how crazy the last couple of weeks would be and how tapped out I would actually feel. Let’s rewind on […]
So as some of you know, I was nominated for a competition and I’ve been incessantly asking for support via votes to keep me in the running for a chance to win the title of “Super Mom.” I find myself asking, what does this title mean to me and how am I to be chosen […]
Some women choose single mamahood. For others, single mamahood chooses them. In my case, it happened to choose me. Life has a special way of giving you exactly what you need even if it’s hard to see at the moment. Six years ago, if you were to have asked me whether I thought separation and, […]
With the spring season comes change and in very “on brand” style, we decided to embrace a full on business move and pivot on our business model. I must admit, I’ve been a little removed from the blog but I promise it’s for good reason. After 4+ years, we bid farewell to little Lola & […]
Just a month ago I realized how real PTSD can be. While we were dealing with the quick spread of Omicron over the holidays, I quickly caught major flashbacks of the anxiety that had first taken over at the onset of the pandemic. Classrooms started shutting down and quarantines became mandatory but we were all […]
PXL_20210302_012243964.PORTRAIT.jpg This past Monday was my eldest daughter’s birthday and with every birthday comes many bittersweet sentiments tied to how fast time is moving. In order to make her day extra special, I put my feelings to the side and proposed that, for the first time post separation, we all go out to dinner as […]
If you’re a single parent you know that dating is rough… and I don’t mean this because of a lack of possible suitors, I’m referring to the juggling act that happens in order to make alone time a real possibility. As an entrepreneur navigating a pandemic and managing remote learning without co-parenting help, it’s definitely […]
Yesterday, as I was showering my toddler using my right hand and holding baby on my left arm, I thought, it’s only right to dedicate a post to my Mami arms. I know it sounds kind of funny, but it wasn’t until I became a mom that I realized the endless things you can do […]
