EPISODE 92: VALENTINE' DAY SPECIAL-HOW WE MET OUR HUSBANDS

In this very special Valentine's Day episode, we share the stories behind how we met our husbands. 

The life-changing moment when Paulina first met her husband and the novela-like story that followed. Learn about the many up's and down's that have ensued in their long relationship and the many different ways that they have celebrated Valentine's Day. 

How a chance encounter led Bricia to find her true love and perfect match. Of course, Mezcal ,Bricia's special charm, and Chinese astrology were involved. Their spiritual and romantic road to happily ever after is quite cinematic. 

You don't want to miss all the emotional and juicy details! 

We also give advice on how to make sure you get what you want for Valentine's Day! 

Tips: 

Date your husband. Your husband comes first! 

Do random acts of kindness for your husband without expecting anything in return. 

Picks:

Liberator Hard Wedge Positioning Pillow

This week's episode was brought to you by I Love Mole! Check out the store for delicious and easy to prepare mole. 

EPISODE 91: MY MONEY, MY FUTURE

 

This week we spoke to Ramona Ortega from My Money, My Future a mission-driven financial tech company that combines tailored content and simple to use tools to help young consumers manage their money with confidence.

She talked to us about her mission to make sure people have the right information about money and break down the stigma about talking about money. In this episode, we discuss the basics of personal and family finances and issues like: credit, life insurance, wills, retirement plans and emergency savings. How to go from surviving to thriving!

Learn about financial triggers and the connection between money and emotion and why it leads to overspending.

We also dive into how to financially prepare for a new child, and how to talk to children about money and building wealth.

She breaks down the importance of credit, and why it speaks to you no matter where you go. Why not having credit is also a problem.

Why making money isn’t the same as having net-worth.

Bricia also gives us an update on her latest emergency preparedness buys and of. course our tips and picks of the weeks can be found below! 

There is so much knowledge in this episode.This episode is great for anyone that wants to go from surviving to thriving!

For more money advice visit her site Mi Dinero, Mi Futuro for more great tips and to access financial planning and budgeting tools. 

Show Notes: 

Mi Dinero, Mi Futuro

Dry Food for Emergency  

Portable Gas Stove and Butane

Fire Proof Safe

Tips and Picks: 

Digit Savings App

Robin Hood Investing App

Ally Online Banking

Things I Know for Sure

 

 

EPISODE 90: SURROGACY, BEING A MOM BOSS & WARRIOR OF LIFE @FRENCHCHEFWIFE

 

This week, we talk to #Momboss, and Warrior of Life, Krissy LeFevre who is Vice President of Ludo Management, Inc.  Krissy is the mother of a twin boy and girl that were delivered via surrogate.

In this powerful episode, she talked to us about her long seven-year journey to becoming a mother, after surviving cervical cancer, a hysterectomy, and a failed adoption.

She goes in depth into the process of retrieving her eggs, finding a surrogate and the surprising egg donor that made her dream of motherhood a reality.

She talked to us about her career trajectory from being an attorney, to being on The Apprentice, to building a worldwide food brand that includes multiple restaurants, and spearheading innovative food experiences across the country with her husband Chef Ludo.

Her experience on The Apprentice and how it prepared her to raise twins.

The reason why she posed for Playboy magazine and the role it played in her becoming a mother.

She also has a candid conversation with us about how to talk to kids about difficult subjects.

This is a perfect episode for anyone who has dealt with or is dealing with difficult circumstances, had difficulty conceiving or anyone who needs inspiration.  

You can follow Krissy and her family’s adventures by following them on Instagram: Krissy @frenchchefwife, her son Luca @lucaeats, and her husband, Chef Ludo @chefludo

Show Notes:

Ludo Bites America

All-Star Chef Classic

Trois Familia

Chef Ludo

Ludo Bird  

Petit Trois

Krissy’s Tips:

Krissy always speaks openly to her children. She has spoke candidly to them about how they were born. She believes in teaching moments, from encouraging her kids to help others, taking her daughter to the women’s march and to talking to them about immigration issues. Honesty is one of her most important parenting values.

Bricia Tips:

The New Yorker

Water Containers

 

EPISODE 89: HOW TO BEFRIEND YOUR TEENAGE SON

 

This week on the show we interviewed Rachel Matos Director of Social Media for We All Grow Latina Network and lifestyle blogger at The Art Muse. She talked to us about her life with her fiance and teenage son, and her experience with a divorce and moving across the country when her son was a child. 

Rachel shares tips on how to communicate with your teenage son, how to set boundaries, and how to foster a relationship as your son goes through various stages. 

She also talked to us about her background in art. Rachel honed her art skills at the School of Visual Arts and Columbia University and later worked in the museum field as a program curator and lecturer/educator for prestigious institutions like The Guggenheim and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

We have a special guest during our introduction that you don't want to miss! 

This episode and our “It’s The Little Things,” segment is brought to you by Munchkin, developing innovative, modern and credible products for babies and children that make parents lives easier and more enjoyable by thinking of the little things.

Show Notes: 

Tony Robbins Business Mastery

Cristela Alonzo Netflix Special

The Art Muse

We All Grow Latina Network

Seven Things To Do With Your Teenage Son

Tips and Picks: 

Calm App for Meditation

How I Built This

Kubo and The Two Strings

 

EPISODE 88: EXPERT ADVICE ON POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION & ANXIETY

 

This week we tackle a very important subject: postpartum depression and anxiety. We talked to expert, Gabrielle Kaufman MA,LPCC, BC-DMT, NCC a clinical counselor with over 20 years of experience in the helping profession who currently serves as the Director of Training and Technical Assistance at Maternal Mental Health Now. An organization that works to ensure mothers are receiving proper diagnosis and mental health support during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. 

We talked about how to identify the signs of postpartum depression and anxiety. Including how to distinguish between baby blues, and depression.

Why if something feels so different that you can’t function, then it’s time to ask someone about it: You can ask your family, your doctor, someone at your church.

Why we need to break through common misconceptions about postpartum depression that exist in Latino communities and in the media.

Learn what is the first step you should take if you suspect you are suffering from postpartum depression.

Why postpartum depression doesn’t just happen to women who gave birth recently.

Paulina also talks about her own experience dealing with postpartum depression and shares how we can be helpful to other women suffering from this.

They also share the one thing you should never tell a woman who just had a baby. How misconceptions about motherhood hurt women and their families.

We dive into the difference between postpartum depression, anxiety and postpartum psychosis.

Our expert also shares good news,  that the majority of women suffering from postpartum depression recover after treatment and support.

As a mother herself, she also gets real about the not so fun parts of motherhood.

We also talk about how all moms can feel better about themselves post-baby, including how to find time for yourself, and how to tune into your sensual and feminine side.

We also tell you about our adventures at Disneyland and give you an update on potty training our toddlers.

If you or someone you know suspects they are suffering from postpartum depression or need someone to talk to after delivering a baby please call 1.800.944.4773 or visit postpartum.net

For information about finding a mental health provider in Los Angeles County please visit MaternalMentalHealthNow.Org
 

Show Notes:

Picks of the Week:

Tips of the Week:

  • Channel feminine energy by moving and touching. Lighting candles and smelling good. Let yourself feel sensual.

  • Breastfeeding leads to vaginal dryness, use lubrication and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

  • Think of other ways to be sensual together that might not involve sex, like dancing or taking a bath together.

 

EPISODE 87: DEALING WITH DEPRESSION & STAYING FIT

 

Roxy Jimenez is the founder of Fit4Mom LA, she is back in the studio to share workout tips, nutrition, and health tips with us. She was a previous guest on the show, she talked to us about her experience dealing with a miscarriage.

Roxy is the mother of two children, including an 8 month old baby girl. Shortly after her daughter was born she was diagnosed with a heart condition and needed immediate surgery.

Roxy talked to us about the depression she suffered as her youngest went through heart surgery. In a very candid conversation, she talks about how this affected her relationship, and how she dealt with the fear her daughter’s illness brought into her life.

She describes the moment she had to admit to herself when she needed support and how exercise is playing a role in her journey.

We also provide you an update on potty training, and some great tips on how to cook for your child

This episode and our “It’s The Little Things,” segment is brought to you by Munchkin, developing innovative, modern and credible products for babies and children that make parents lives easier and more enjoyable by thinking of the little things.

Show Notes:

Training Underwear

Training Boxer Briefs

Munchkin Sturdy Potty Seat

Munchkin Potty

Stroller Stride

Tips and Picks of the Week: 

EMeals

Belgian Waffle Maker

Whole Grain Flap Jack and Waffle Mix

Pyrex Measuring Cups

Daves Killer Bread

Coconut Oil

Hot Lemon and Water

Lemon, Ginger, Wellness and Turmeric Shot

 

EPISODE 86: HOLIDAY TRAVEL STORIES, HIBERNATION AND THE NEW YEAR

 

In our first episode of the year, we share all about our 8 day trip to our Oaxaca, Mexico. We talk about our experience flying with children, and spending the holidays with our entire family which included unexpected illnesses, limpia, ojo and unorthodox cures.

We also share our potty training successes, and adventures.

We also admit how we feel after uninterrupted time with family and our kids.  

Why sometimes you need time to hibernate to rejuvenate and the benefits of taking time off with our families.

We tell you how we celebrated New Year's Eve! 

Listen to learn about how we are getting ourselves set up for success in 2017! This includes getting ourselves organized, and setting goals based on what we learned from Tony Robbins.

We also discuss wellness, our favorite vitamin supplements and how we are planning to stay healthy in the new year!  

Plus Bricia's son joins them in the studio and holds a special surprise! 

Show Notes:

Vitamin Supplements

Tips & Picks of the Week: Calendars and Planners

 

EPISODE 85: DATE WITH DESTINY RECAP

 

In our last episode of the year we share about our experience attending “Date with Destiny” a 6-day retreat in Boca Raton with Tony Robbins. The retreat included powerful meditations, examination of values, the self, and tools to transform your heart and mind.

WE share how the experience at this retreat has made it easier for us to navigate stressful situations. We walked in the rain, learned a lot about themselves, our weaknesses, our strengths and values. It also forced us to examine our areas of growth.

Paulina confronted her depressive tendencies, Bricia confronted her issues with energy.

We share loads of useful tips for happier, more fulfilled lives. Listen to hear about:

  • The daily practices we learned and how we have been implementing them in their lives.

  • The power of mindset when dealing with emotions related to stress, and exhaustion.

  • What is Peak State?

  • Why we should look at the positive things in situations rather than the negatives.

  • The power of meditating with intention

  • A quick exercise to get in touch with your heart and emotions, and show gratitude.

  • Tony’s approach to the differences between men and women. The polarities between the masculine and feminine and how they impact our relationships.

  • On the "It’s the Little Things Segment," we share the 4 words that make a huge difference. Paulina shares how she is creating daily practices with her daughters based on what she learned at the at Date with Destiny. 

Bricia also shares about a recent 5AM incident with her son that included a fun “poopy” surprise!  

We also talk about their excitement over being together as a family in Oaxaca in their parents new home.

We also share their gratitude and final thoughts for the year.

Happy Holidays to all of our listeners. Thank you for all of your love and support this year. 

We will resume episodes in 2017! 

Episode Sponsors: Gaffer and Child, a line of timeless personal care products made in small batches from organic, plant-based ingredients.

“It’s the Little Things” Segment sponsored by Munchkin

Show Notes:

Create a Blueprint of Yourself

Tony Robbins Meditation Music

Tony Robbins Priming Exercise

Tim Ferris Podcast Meditation with Tony Robbins

Super Mamas Facebook LIVE

Lolas Cocina

Tony Robbins: What Makes Relationships Work

Learn More About Tony Robbins:

I’m Not Your Guru

Unleash the Power Within

Tips and Picks of the Week:

Lysol Disinfectant Spray

Packing Tips: Ziploc Gallon Bags to save packing space and store outfits in labeled ziploc bags.

 

EPISODE 84:SUPER MAMAS HOLIDAY DISNEY SPECIAL

What best way to get into the Holiday Spirit than to spend a day experiencing the magic of Disney in  the "Festival of Holidays" at the Disneyland Resort?  On this episode we take you with us on some of our favorite moments from that day, from the lighting of "Small World", to meeting and interviewing some of the amazing people behind these festivities.  We talk to Head Pastry Chef Jorge Sotelo and to Norma Perez Juarez about their work with Disney and they share  some some insider tips to get the best out of your experience at the park.  

We had an amazing time feeling like kids again and we definitely got into the holiday spirits right away!

This episode is brought to you by Target.

SHOW NOTES:

Festival of Holidays at Disney 

Jorge Sotelo-Foodie Award Winner

Disneyland Parks

Target

EPISODE 83:RIE PRINCIPLES AND DICIPLINE W ERICA OROZCO

This week we have Erica Orozco from Home School Garden back with us.  This time we go deep into the RIE approach to discipline and she shares with us different strategies that could help us deal with issues we might have going on with our little ones or just start setting boundaries  since early on.  We also learn that a lot of the discipline has to do with us and the issues we as adults bring to the table.  There is a lot of helpful information in this podcast you do not want to miss!

This Episode and our "It's The Little Things" segment is brought to you by Munchkin, developing innovative, modern, and credible products for babies and children that make parents’ lives easier and more enjoyable by thinking of "the little things."

SHOW NOTES:

WHAT IS RIE?

Eddie the Eagle-The Movie

EPISODE 82: @THEPENNYCLOSET_ CLAUDIA FELIX GARAY

This week we have Claudia Felix Garay founder of www.ThePennyCloset.com, Claudia is a brand new mom of a baby boy and she shares with us her journey from her pregnancy, how she prepared for labor, to how she is living the first months of motherhood.

Claudia also shares the importance of her partnership with her husband Christian and how they have managed to work together to grow their relationship and their brand as well along the way.

This Episode and our "It's The Little Things" segment is brought to you by Munchkin, developing innovative, modern, and credible products for babies and children that make parents’ lives easier and more enjoyable by thinking of "the little things."

SHOW NOTES:

THE PENNY CLOSET

Fit bit 

Kor Nava Filter Bottle 

Canticos World

Super Mamas Holiday Gift Guide 

EPISODE 81: POLITICALLY AND SEXUALLY FREE

This week Paulina and Bricia sit down to talk about how they each experienced the outcome of the recent presidential elections and share their thoughts on the current shift the country is going through.  

Bricia also shares her experience at Summit at Sea and they go deeper into a particular session she attended on the importance of the Freedom of  Women's Sexuality, and what that means to us.  

This episode is brought to you by Munchkin.

 

SHOW NOTES: 

Summit at Sea 

Sr. Shefali Tsabari 

Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan 

Gaffer & Child 

Munchkin 

EPISODE 80: #TARGETTHURSDAY~ DISCIPLINE STRUGGLES AND OUR VISION BOARD PARTY

On this #TargetThursday episode the Super Mamas talk about the struggles Paulina is going through with Sabina and how she is having a very difficult time implementing discipline at home, while Bricia shares her anxieties on her upcoming trip.  Plus they talk about the realities of being a Super Mama.

They also share more on their upcoming "Vision Board Party"  this December 1st.  Tickets are now available on http://www.supermamaspodcast.com/events/

This episode is brought to you by Target!

SHOW NOTES:

TARGET 

EPISODE79: @LOLLALANDUSA FOUNDER, HANNA LIM

This week we have Hanna Lim, founder of LollaLand, the company behind the famous Lolla Cup.  Hanna shares with us the story of how she started her company with nothing but an desire to create a product that would  help kids like her daughter who had a hard time with the cups out in the market at the time.  With no previous experience in the field Hanna managed to find a way to not only create her product but get her product on the famous show "Shark Tank" where it was picked up and it is now one of the top baby brand products in the market. 

Hanna is a mother of 3 beautiful girls, and runs her family company alongside her husband.   She also shares with us a very interesting story of her experience in Korean "Wife School" and everything she learned there.  Hanna's story is  very inspiring story and proof that  following your heart and making thins happen is always possible. 

This episode is brought to you by Munchkin.

SHOW NOTES:

LollaLand USA

EPISODE 78: CANTICOS FOUNDERS & OUR HALLOWEEN RECAP

This week we have Nuria Santamaria Wolfe and Susie Jaramillo the co-founders of Encantos Media, the company behind the "Canticos" Children's book series and the Canticos Apps.  They share with us the backstory behind their joint adventure and how the company came to be.  Nuria and Susy  also share with us a little bit about their busy life as mothers, business women, and how they balance and manage a business together when they live across the country from each other.  

We also share with you our Halloween adventures at home and how we did not measured up to the social media pressure on the kid's costumes.  

This episode is brought to you by Munchkin

SHOW NOTES:

CANTICOS WORLD 

LOS POLLITOS APP

LOS POLLITOS BY CANTICOS

ELEFANTITOS BY CANTICOS

TWITTER- NURIA SANTAMARIA

PIANO MAESTRO APP

POSTMATES APP 

MUNCHKIN

EPISODE 77: PARENTS LATINA EDITOR & CHIEF GRACE BASTIDAS

This week we sit down with Grace Bastidas Founding Editor-in-Chief of Parents Latina, a magazine launched in 2015 that serves up culturally-relevant content for today’s modern Latina mom and Editor of Ser Padres, a magazine for spanish speaking parents in the USA.

Grace lives in Brooklyn NY and is a mother of 2 girls. She tells us all about her tri-cultural family and what she does to try to maintain her girls immersed in her latina culture, her husband's european culture and their american culture. We also talk about her professional journey and all that she accomplished while transitioning from one children to two and Grace's latest project #Love_Libros, an initiative that hopes to promote literacy as well as to inspire and empowers parents to foster the love for books in their kids.

This episode is brought to you by Munchkin

SHOW NOTES;

Parents Latina Magazine 

Ser Padres Magazine 

Little Passports 

Narcos on Netflix

Etsy Party Invitation Templates

Langham Hotel Pasadena 

EPISODE 76: #TARGETTHURSDAY W @PATTYRODRIGUEZ

This week we sit down with the original #MomBoss, Patty Rodriguez to catch up with her on all the amazing things that she has accomplish in this past year, from the launch of 3 new books in the Lil' Libros Series to the release of the Selena Collection with MAC Cosmetics  and she tells us the story on how and why she started the petition to make this happen.  Patty  shares with us the passion she feels for our community and how this drives her to make things happen.  

We also talk about how we might find our biggest inspirations during our darkest moments and how we should look at how many blessings we have around us on a daily basis. 

This episode is brought to you by our friends at Target! 

LIL' LIBROS

Patty Rodriguez 

Cantinflas Cartoons DVD 

MAC Selena Collection 

TARGET 

EPISODE 75: THE IMPORTANCE OF EDUCATION W MARIA RENDON

In this episode we sit down with Maria Rendon, professor at UC Irvine where she conducts research and teaches in the topics of urban sociology, immigration, poverty and social inequality.  Maria was the first one of her family to attend college and received her PhD in Sociology and Social Policy from Harvard University.  

Maria is a single mom and has two beautiful little girls, she shares with us  tips on how to talk to our kids about subjects like race, politics and immigration.  Education and information is the best tool we can give our children to prepare them during this rough political and social climate we are living in today.  

She also shares with us an incredible list of children's books that we all must have in our collection that touch on all these different subjects. 

SHOW NOTES: 

Carnitas el Momo 

Maria Rendon- UC Irvine 

Rosie Revere Engineer

Separate is Never Equal 

Dinosaurs Divorce

Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote

Marisol McDonald No combina 

Last Stop on Market Street 

EPISODE 74: #TARGETTHURSDAY OCTOBER FESTIVITIES

Bricia and Paulina share the importance of routines and instructions with babies and toddlers. They also share their anticipation and preparations for Halloween and Dia de los Metros.

This episode is brought to you by our wonderful friends at Target
#targetmoms

EPISODE 74: Munchkin's CEO, Steve Dunn

On this latest episode we sit down with Mr. Steve Dunn, CEO and Founder of Munchkin Inc, the baby product company carried at Target, Babies Rus, Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and more.

 Mr. Dunn shares with us the passion that drives him and his company. Aside from being one of the top Baby Product company in the market today, Munchkin has strong corporate social responsibility programs to support the welfare of our planet and creating a more sustainable future for our kids. Learn more about the work Mr Dunn and his company are doing aside from creating amazing baby products that make our life easier as parents.

Mr. Dunn's is an inspiration and a great example for all of us. Don't miss this great episode where we also share a special announcement regarding the recent partnership between Munchkin and Super Mamas!

SHOW NOTES:

Munchkin Baby Products

Munchkin HQ

Grass Fed Baby Formula

Orcas Live in Oceans Video 

What are your plans for the weekend ?Come join us this Saturday! we’re cooking up something STRANGE with @chefashleyshep and @iampaulinalopez! Check out the link in our bio to be a part of a very special STRANGE WORLD Mommy and Me cooking class
I feel like I’ve gotten to know so much more of myself in the past couple of weeks, from my trip to Oaxaca reconnecting to my inner child and the traditions that fill me up so much to meeting with @victor.zenstoic today. I feel so grateful and