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Janny Perez| First Gen Latina, Bilingual Parent Educator, Raising Bilingual Kids
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Do you want to raise a bilingual child connected to their cultura, but English just feels easier? Feeling guilty and overwhelmed? You are not alone, amiga. I'm Janny Perez, a first gen Latina mom who thought this would be as easy as my parents made it look. But I created a unique approach: the secret isn't speaking MORE Spanish, it's knowing how YOUR child learns and how YOU show up as their guide. Mija now speaks Spanish with her familia and is becoming trilingual. Your child can too! Want to raise confident bilingual kids who talk with abuelita? This podcast is for you. Grab your cafecito!

  1. 3d ago

    Cómo Criar un Hijo Bilingüe con Orgullo — Mamá, Esto Es Para Ti |812

    ¿Quieres que tu hijo hable español, pero también que se sienta orgulloso de hacerlo? ❤️ Amiga, enseñar español no es suficiente. Nuestros hijos necesitan conectar con el idioma, su cultura y sus raíces para sentir que el español también es parte de quiénes son. En este episodio, te comparto 4 estrategias para ayudar a tu hijo a desarrollar esa conexión, incluso si hoy prefiere hablar en inglés. Porque criar hijos bilingües no se trata de perfección, sino de conexión, identidad y progreso. En este episodio descubrirás: 02:12 — Por qué el español es mucho más que un idioma. 03:26 — Cómo conectar el español con lo que tu hijo ama. 05:34 — Cómo compartir las historias y tradiciones de tu familia. 08:00 — Cómo ayudar a tu hijo a sentir que el español también es suyo. 11:03 — Por qué no necesitas hablar perfectamente para sentir orgullo por tu español. ✨ Una frase para recordar: «Menos corrección y más conexión». 👭 Únete a nuestra comunidad gratuita: Latina Moms Raising Bilingual Kids en Facebook. Conecta con otras mamás que están criando hijos bilingües y comparte tus dudas, experiencias y recursos. Busca Latina Moms Raising Bilingual Kids en Facebook. Conecta con Janny:Instagram: @milegasiThreads: @milegasiInstagram del podcast: @thelatinamomlegacyPinterest: @milegasi 💕 Recuerda, amiga: Tu hijo no tiene que hablar español perfectamente para sentirse orgulloso de hablarlo. Sigue hablando, sigue compartiendo tu cultura y sigue creando oportunidades para conectar con tus raíces. Porque no estás solamente enseñando un idioma. Estás construyendo un legado. Un beso, un abrazo y ¡hasta la próxima! ¡Chao, chao!

  2. Oct 20 ·  Bonus

    From Pocha to Proud: Reclaiming Maya Heritage and Spanish |Cynthia Perez |811

    Have you ever felt like your Spanish wasn't enough or wondered how to reconnect with your cultura? In this episode of The Latina Mom Legacy, Janny Perez talks with Cynthia Perez, a therapist, mom of three, and founder of Rooted in Reflection. Cynthia shares how childhood shame around her Spanish led her to stop trying, how ancestral healing helped her reconnect with her Maya and Yucatec roots, and why she ultimately moved her family from Los Angeles to Mexico. You'll discover how to reclaim your heritage, navigate language shame, and raise bilingual and bicultural kids while embracing your own cultural identity. Timestamps04:06 – Growing Up Pocha: Language Shame06:30 – Healing and Reconnecting With Her Maya Roots17:46 – Why She Moved Her Family to Mexico22:47 – Raising Bilingual Kids in Mexico31:31 – Advice for Overcoming Spanish Shame32:05 – Reclaiming Your Heritage From Anywhere34:22 – The Suitcase That Changed How She Saw Herself About Cynthia Perez Cynthia Perez is a therapist, mother of three, and founder of Rooted in Reflection. Born in Long Beach, California, Cynthia embarked on a journey of healing and self-discovery that led her to reconnect with her Maya and Yucatec heritage and move her family to Mexico. Through her work, she centers inner healing from a decolonial perspective, exploring ancestral connections, cultural identity, and marianismo (colonial influences on motherhood). She is also a self-published author of three books and the host of the podcast Confetti All Around. About Janny Perez ResourcesCynthia Perez: https://rootedinreflection.org/Confetti All Around podcastFree bilingual parenting resources: https://milegasi.com/ Join the Latina Moms Raising Bilingual Kids Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/milegasi to connect with other moms on this journey. Follow Janny: @milegasi Podcast: @thelatinamomlegacy Final Thoughts: Remember, mamá: You don't have to speak perfect Spanish or move abroad to reclaim your roots. Start where you are and keep going! About Janny Perez Janny Perez is a bilingual parenting educator, coach, and host of The Latina Mom Legacy podcast. As a multilingual mom herself, Janny helps Latina and multicultural families raise bilingual children with confidence, consistency, and connection to language and culture—even in English-dominant environments. Through Mi Legasi, Janny teaches parents how to move beyond guilt and the pressure to do bilingual parenting perfectly, and instead create a flexible approach that works for their child, their family, and real life. Learn more at milegasi.com

  3. Oct 16

    Can You Raise a Bilingual Child If Your Spouse Doesn't Speak Spanish? Yes, Here Is How| 810

    Show Promos You Don't Want to Miss: Enrollment closes October 18, 2026 for Confident Bilingual Parenting Group Coaching that begins October 20. Use code POD50 for $50 off. Does This Sound Like You, Amiga? Are you the only Spanish speaker at home? Do you feel like raising a bilingual child is all on your shoulders? Does your spouse speak Spanish but rarely use it with your child? Can you raise a bilingual child when your spouse doesn't speak Spanish? ¡Sí, amiga, tú puedes! What You'll Discover in This Episode Janny Perez shares her experience raising her daughter trilingually and explains how to create meaningful opportunities for Spanish, involve your spouse, and build a flexible approach that works for your family. Memorable Quote "You're trying to create a Spanish-speaking relationship." Timestamps & What You'll Discover 03:32 — Do You Need Two Spanish-Speaking Parents?Why one parent can make a difference. 09:40 — Making Spanish Part of Everyday LifeFinding natural opportunities to use Spanish. 11:47 — Why Exposure Alone Isn't EnoughCreating reasons for your child to speak Spanish. 13:08 — People, Places, and ExperiencesMaking Spanish meaningful through relationships and activities. 18:09 — Getting Your Spouse InvolvedHow your partner can support bilingualism without speaking Spanish. 24:43 — When Your Spouse Won't Speak SpanishEncouraging participation without constant conflict. Resources Confident Bilingual Parenting: Join Janny's 3-month group coaching program and create a flexible bilingual parenting plan for your family. Enrollment closes October 18, 2026. Coaching begins October 20. Use code POD50 for $50 off. Learn more: https://milegasi.thinkific.com/courses/confidentbilingualparenting Explore free resources at https://www.milegasi.com Connect With Janny Instagram: @milegasiThreads: @milegasiPodcast Instagram: @thelatinamomlegacy Final Thoughts You don't need two Spanish-speaking parents or a perfect bilingual environment. You need a flexible plan that works for the family you actually have. ¡Tú puedes, mamá!

  4. Oct 13

    Ni De Aquí Ni De Allá: Raising Bilingual, Rooted Kids in Colombia | Alyssa Bolaños| 809

    Amiga, have you ever felt ni de aquí ni de allá? In this episode, Janny Perez talks with Alyssa Bolaños, a Cuban mom married to a Colombian, about moving her family from the United States to Medellín, Colombia, and rethinking what it means to belong. Together, they discuss raising children connected to their roots, navigating cultural identity, challenging stereotypes about Latin America, and redefining the American dream for the next generation. What You'll Discover Why children can belong to more than one culture. How new experiences expand your children's worldview. What moving abroad taught Alyssa about success, family, and slowing down. How to help your children embrace their cultural identity. Memorable Quote “Ni de aquí ni de allá doesn't have to be a limitation. Son de aquí y son de allá.” - Janny Perez Timestamps 04:08 — Growing Up Ni de Aquí Ni de Allá 10:32 — Why Her Family Moved to Colombia 13:16 — Helping Her Kids Adjust 19:33 — Redefining the American Dream 20:41 — Learning to Slow Down 23:40 — Casa Bolaños and Moving Abroad 26:41 — Challenging Misconceptions About Latin America 32:32 — The Latina Mom Legacy Fast Round About Alyssa Bolaños Alyssa Bolaños is a Cuban mom, wife, and content creator who moved her family from the United States to Medellín, Colombia, to reconnect with their roots and create a different kind of life for her children. Through Casa Bolaños, she shares resources to help other families explore what living abroad in Latin America could look like. Connect with Alyssa: Website: https://casabolanos.com Instagram & TikTok: @casabolanos About Janny Perez Janny Perez is a bilingual parenting educator, coach, and host of The Latina Mom Legacy. Through Mi Legasi, she helps Latina and multicultural families raise bilingual children with confidence, consistency, and connection to language and culture. Learn more: https://milegasi.com Continue Your Bilingual Parenting Journey Ready to stop second-guessing your bilingual parenting approach? Join Janny's three-month Confident Bilingual Parenting group coaching program for practical tools, live coaching, and a supportive community. Use code POD50 for $50 off through October 18, 2026. Learn more: https://milegasi.thinkific.com Amiga, your children can belong to more than one culture. They can embrace their roots while creating their own path. Son de aquí y son de allá.

  5. Oct 2

    Behind the Scenes of September: Raising Bilingual Kids | 808

    Show promos you won't want to miss! Watch the  Free LIVE Confident Bilingual Parenting Masterclass Replay Here until 10/4 Does This Sound Like You, Amiga? Are you raising a bilingual or trilingual child, but find yourself wondering how to keep your heritage language going when life gets busy? Have your family’s routines, school schedules, or extracurriculars changed—and made your bilingual parenting approach harder to maintain? Or maybe you’re learning that raising bilingual children isn’t about following a perfect plan, but about knowing what works for your child and adapting when life changes. If so, this episode is for you. Timestamps & What You’ll Discover 01:21 — A New School & A New Season 02:53 — Stepping Outside Her Comfort Zone 06:21 — A Real-Life Multilingual Parenting Update 08:35 — Keeping Spanish Alive in Everyday Life 09:30 — Behind the Scenes of the Masterclass 12:05 — The New Confident Bilingual Parenting Coaching Program Resources Mentioned in the Episode Confident Bilingual Parenting Masterclass Replay — Watch the replay and learn more about Janny’s approach to creating a flexible bilingual parenting plan. Confident Bilingual Parenting Assessment Tool — Use the assessment to learn about your family’s current bilingual parenting approach. Confident Bilingual Parenting 3-Month Group Coaching Program — Get access to the course, private community, coaching calls twice a month, and ongoing support. The program includes: Instant access to the Confident Bilingual Parenting course Digital workbook Bilingual Resources Directory Private community Twice-monthly live coaching calls Ongoing support throughout the program The first live coaching call is October 20, 2026 Connect with Janny Online Podcast: The Latina Mom LegacyWebsite: milegasi.comInstagram: @milegasiFacebook Community: Latina Moms Raising Bilingual Kids Interested in Sponsoring The Latina Mom Legacy? Reach an engaged community of parents raising bilingual and bicultural children. Contact us → Sponsorship info Final Thoughts September was a month of change—new routines, new spaces, new challenges, and new opportunities. And if there’s one thing Janny is taking into October, it’s this: Step outside your comfort zone. Keep showing up for yourself. And learn to adapt when your season changes. You don’t need to have the perfect routine or follow someone else’s formula. When you understand what works for your child and your family, you can adjust your approach as life changes without losing sight of the bigger goal. Because raising bilingual—or trilingual—children is not a checklist. It’s a journey. And amiga, you’re allowed to change the way you get there. About Janny Perez Janny Perez is a bilingual parenting educator, coach, and host of The Latina Mom Legacy podcast. As a multilingual parenting mom herself, Janny helps Latina and multicultural families raise bilingual children with confidence, consistency, and connection to language and culture—even in English-dominant environments. Through Mi Legasi, Janny teaches parents how to move beyond guilt and the pressure to do bilingual parenting perfectly, and instead create a flexible approach that works for their child, their family, and real life. Learn more at milegasi.com

  6. Sep 29

    Hablas Español en Casa Pero Te Preocupa Que Tu Hijo Se Quede Atrás en Inglés |807

    ¿Te Suena Esto, Amiga? ¿Hablas español en casa, pero te preocupa que tu hijo se quede atrás en inglés? ¿Te has preguntado si deberías hablarle más inglés para prepararlo para la escuela? Si alguna vez has tenido ese miedo, este episodio es para ti. Lo Que Aprenderás en Este Episodio En este episodio, Janny Perez habla sobre uno de los miedos más comunes entre las mamás que quieren criar hijos bilingües: “Hablamos español en casa, pero tengo miedo de que mi hijo se quede atrás con el inglés.” Janny explica por qué más español no significa menos inglés, cómo las habilidades de un idioma pueden apoyar el desarrollo del otro y por qué el inglés ya está presente en tantas áreas de la vida de un niño en Estados Unidos. También hablamos de algo más profundo: cómo nuestros propios miedos y experiencias con el idioma pueden influir en las decisiones que tomamos para nuestros hijos. Porque tu hijo no eres tú. Frase Clave “Más español no significa menos inglés.” Timestamps: 02:10 — El miedo de que tu hijo se quede atrás con el inglés 04:00 — El español y el inglés no están compitiendo 06:30 — Tu hijo no empieza desde cero en inglés 08:30 — El inglés está en todas partes 11:00 — Una base sólida abre puertas 14:00 — Cuando nuestros propios miedos entran en la crianza 17:00 — Tu hijo no eres tú 19:00 — ¿De quién es este miedo realmente? Quick Bilingual Parenting Takeaways Más español no significa menos inglés.Las habilidades de un idioma pueden apoyar el desarrollo del otro.El inglés está en todas partes; el español necesita más intención.Tu hijo no eres tú. Free Confident Bilingual Parenting Masterclass ¿Quieres sentirte más segura criando a tu hijo bilingüe? Join Janny's free LIVE Confident Bilingual Parenting Masterclass on September 29, 2026. 👉 https://masterclass.milegasi.com/l/US2JxA Connect With Janny Instagram: @milegasi Podcast: The Latina Mom Legacy Website: milegasi.com Join the Latina Moms Raising Bilingual Kids community: 👉 https://facebook.com/groups/milegasi More bilingual parenting resources: https://milegasi.com/

  7. Sep 22

    Raising Spanish-Only Kids When Everyone Doubted Her | Erika Fernandez-Pacheco | 805

    ¿Do You Ever Question If Speaking Only Spanish at Home Is “Too Much”? Have people told you raising your kids in español here in the U.S. won't work? Or do you sometimes wonder if you're doing bilingual parenting “right”? In this episode, Janny Perez sits down with Erika Fernández-Pacheco, a Dominican and Ecuadorian sports journalist, content creator, and mamá behind Curls and Sports. Erika made the intentional decision to raise her two daughters Spanish-only at home—even after friends told her it wouldn't work. She shares why Spanish became a priority for her family, what Spanish-only parenting actually looks like day to day, and how she handles bilingual fatigue, Spanglish, English at school, and the realities of raising bilingual kids in the U.S. You'll also hear about family priorities, reading in Spanish, screen time, staying present, and why connection comes before language. Most importantly, Erika has a message for any mamá who's been doubted: Trust your gut. Timestamps: 05:15 — “They Said It Wouldn’t Work”06:45 — Why Spanish Became a Priority08:32 — The Reality of Spanish-Only at Home10:47 — What a Spanish-Speaking Day Looks Like12:43 — Why Reading Matters17:02 — The Power of Putting the Phone Down20:28 — Creating Real Connection With Your Kids22:55 — Connection Comes Before Language23:55 — It’s Never Too Late27:45 — Why You Need a Bilingual Parenting Plan30:50 — Trust Your Gut32:38 — Seeing the Payoff Join Janny’s Free Masterclass Ready to feel more confident raising your bilingual child? Join Janny's Free Confident Bilingual Parenting Masterclass on September 29, 2026. 👉 https://masterclass.milegasi.com/l/US2JxA Connect With Erika Curls and Sports: @curlsandsports Connect With Janny Instagram: @milegasiPodcast: The Latina Mom LegacyWebsite: milegasi.com And if you need support on your bilingual parenting journey, join the Latina Moms Raising Bilingual Kids community on Facebook.

  8. Sep 15

    Stop Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Once a Year — Your Child Needs It Every Day | 805

    Show promos you won't want to miss! Join Janny Perez in her Free LIVE Confident Bilingual Parenting Masterclass via Zoom on 9/29. Click HERE to register.⁠ Do you feel like you need to do MORE during Hispanic Heritage Month—more activities, more books, more food, more ways to celebrate your cultura? Or worry that your child is only learning about their heritage during special events at school? In this episode, Janny talks about why Hispanic Heritage shouldn't be something we celebrate only once a year. She shares a personal experience that reminded her that we can't always rely on schools to teach our children about their heritage—and why that doesn't mean we're powerless. You’ll hear why the small, everyday things you do at home can have a bigger impact than one big celebration. Janny explores how language, food, family traditions, sayings, stories, and everyday routines can help your child build a sense of identity and belonging—and why consistency matters more than intensity when it comes to passing down your cultura. What You’ll Learn Why Hispanic Heritage shouldn't be limited to one month of the yearWhy you can't always rely on schools to teach your child about their heritageHow everyday traditions can shape your child's cultural identityWhy consistency matters more than big, once-a-year celebrationsSimple ways to make your cultura part of your family's everyday life Memorable Quote “Heritage, tu cultura, no necesita permiso. It doesn't need permission from a calendar to be celebrated. It needs permission from you.” — Janny Perez Timestamps & Highlights 02:10 — When Schools Don’t Celebrate Hispanic Heritage04:20 — Why Annual Celebrations Aren’t Enough07:39 — Everyday Traditions Matter Most11:12 — Consistency Over Intensity12:32 — Making Heritage Part of Everyday Life Resources 🎁 Confident Bilingual Parenting Masterclass — September 29Join Janny for a Free LIVE Masterclass designed to help you create a more confident and flexible approach to raising your bilingual child. Sign up: milegasi.com More bilingual parenting tips and resources: milegasi.com Connect With Janny Instagram: @milegasi Podcast Instagram: @thelatinamomlegacy Website: milegasi.com Facebook Community: Latina Moms Raising Bilingual Kids Final Thoughts Hispanic Heritage isn't something your child needs to experience once a year. It's something they can experience through the language you speak, the food you make, the stories you tell, the traditions you keep, and the everyday moments you share. Your culture doesn't need a special occasion to matter. It just needs a place in your everyday life.

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Do you want to raise a bilingual child connected to their cultura, but English just feels easier? Feeling guilty and overwhelmed? You are not alone, amiga. I'm Janny Perez, a first gen Latina mom who thought this would be as easy as my parents made it look. But I created a unique approach: the secret isn't speaking MORE Spanish, it's knowing how YOUR child learns and how YOU show up as their guide. Mija now speaks Spanish with her familia and is becoming trilingual. Your child can too! Want to raise confident bilingual kids who talk with abuelita? This podcast is for you. Grab your cafecito!

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