Rising Convert Experience

Kelly Gonzalez

Salam! Hola, and welcome! I’m Kelly, the host of the Rising Convert Experience Podcast. I’m a Latina Muslim convert, Guatemalan by heritage, born and raised in Canada. I grew up in beautiful British Columbia but now call Alberta home. I have two siblings—fun fact: one of them is my twin!But enough about me—This podcast is where we dive deep into the journey of being a Muslim convert, embracing faith,  navigating life with a fresh perspective, and explore the diverse journeys of Muslims—whether you're newly embracing Islam, years into your journey, or just curious about what it's like to be a convert, this space is for you.Connect with me :) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingconvert/?hl=enTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingconvertSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d1iljqiAdwEDPkz9bq2oc?si=27298b44f9f44c9eEmail: kgonz.0132@gmail.com

  1. 05/01/2025

    Ep. 26 | Mama Bear Energy: My 5 Non-Negotiables!

    As a Latina Muslim mama, I’ve learned that motherhood is both a blessing and relentlessly real. Between the diapers, the du’as, and the deep cultural expectations, I had to get clear on what keeps me grounded. In this episode, I’m sharing the 5 Non-Negotiables —things that protect my peace, honor my faith, help me show up as the fierce, intentional mom I’m meant to be, and raise my baby while staying grounded. This is about more than routines because when you tap into that mama bear energy, you stop apologizing for doing what’s best for your child and yourself.  Like that one time someone questioned why I have a birth plan and made suggestions to my birth plan—respectfully I declined their input and my maternal instinct said keep distance from this person, and I stood firm on that. That’s the mama bear energy I’m talking about. What are your non-negotiables as a mom—those boundaries or beliefs you stick to no matter what, even when others don’t understand or agree? CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingconvert/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingconvert Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d1iljqiAdwEDPkz9bq2oc?si=27298b44f9f44c9e Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-convert-podcast/id1685565615 Email: kgonz.0132@gmail.com LINK TO SAYED AMMAR LECTURE: https://youtu.be/EUMjHh0g_ZM?si=LswN96iwdBMySJkv LINK TO BRATBUSTERS PARENTING PODCAST: https://bratbusters.com/podcast/ Send us Fan Mail Connect with me :)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingconvert/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingconvert Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d1iljqiAdwEDPkz9bq2oc?si=27298b44f9f44c9e Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@risingconvertexperience Email: risingconvert@gmail.com

    30 min
  2. 04/07/2025

    Ep.25 | Muslim-Mama Series: Breastfeeding and Fasting in Ramadan

    Muslim Mama Series: Breastfeeding while Fasting - How does it impact mamas? What's the balance between spiritual devotion and caring for yourself and little? In this episode, I dive into the realities, challenges, and grace of navigating fasting, breastfeeding, and new experience entering Ramadan as a breastfeeding mom. Whether you're someone who did full fasts, partial fasts, or taking a break altogether - you're not alone, and you're not less ITEM MENTIONED:  @lululemon https://shop.lululemon.com/en-ca/p/water-bottles/Back-to-Life-Sport-Bottle-64/_/prod11380292?color=0001&sz=ONESIZE&cid=Google_DSA_CA_NAT_EN_X_Hybrid_Accessories_ONLINE_GEN_Y22_ag-DSA_G_CA_EN_DM_X_GEN_NO_Accessories-WaterBottles&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw782_BhDjARIsABTv_JCSt8pEHWFb0fewtj2BqvfhKG-8C6ldE1GoLcVVPaSmitJh-8I_4AEaAhXnEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingconvert/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingconvert Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d1iljqiAdwEDPkz9bq2oc?si=27298b44f9f44c9e Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-convert-podcast/id1685565615 Email: kgonz.0132@gmail.com Send us Fan Mail Connect with me :)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingconvert/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingconvert Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d1iljqiAdwEDPkz9bq2oc?si=27298b44f9f44c9e Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@risingconvertexperience Email: risingconvert@gmail.com

    32 min
  3. 03/25/2025

    Ep.24 | What Every First-Time Muslim Mom Should Know

    This is the first episode of the special series dedicated to the beautiful, challenging, and transformative journey of motherhood as a Muslim woman.  In this first episode, What Every First-Time Muslim Mama Should Know, we dive into the essential lessons, heartfelt advice, and spiritual reflections to help navigate this new chapter. From balancing faith and parenting to finding support in the community, this episode is here to remind you—you’re not alone on this journey. Tune in for real talk, encouragement, and wisdom from one mama to another! 💕🍼✨ Ramadan Kareem everyone! RESOURCES: https://al-islam.org/children-quran-and-sunnah-muhammadi-reyshahri/introduction-1#2-bathing-newborn https://al-islam.org/status-mothers-islam-sayyid-muhammad-sohofi/status-mothers-islam  https://al-islam.org/status-mothers-islam-sayyid-muhammad-sohofi/effect-mother-her-offspring  https://al-islam.org/media/rights-wife-and-mother-12th-ramadan-14392018  https://islamqa.info/en/answers/5234/who-has-more-right-to-custody-of-the-child-150-the-father-or-themother#:~:text=According%20to%20some%20reports%2C%20%5BAbu,her%20child%20unless%20she%20remarries. CONNECT WITH ME Instagram & Tik Tok: @risingconvert Send us Fan Mail Connect with me :)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingconvert/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingconvert Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d1iljqiAdwEDPkz9bq2oc?si=27298b44f9f44c9e Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@risingconvertexperience Email: risingconvert@gmail.com

    36 min

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Salam! Hola, and welcome! I’m Kelly, the host of the Rising Convert Experience Podcast. I’m a Latina Muslim convert, Guatemalan by heritage, born and raised in Canada. I grew up in beautiful British Columbia but now call Alberta home. I have two siblings—fun fact: one of them is my twin!But enough about me—This podcast is where we dive deep into the journey of being a Muslim convert, embracing faith,  navigating life with a fresh perspective, and explore the diverse journeys of Muslims—whether you're newly embracing Islam, years into your journey, or just curious about what it's like to be a convert, this space is for you.Connect with me :) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingconvert/?hl=enTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@risingconvertSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4d1iljqiAdwEDPkz9bq2oc?si=27298b44f9f44c9eEmail: kgonz.0132@gmail.com