In this episode Natalie talks with Social Worker Andrea Morales. Together they discuss state regulation on child discipline, alternative methods and how cultural backgrounds influence our discipline methods. Natalie asks all the questions from "Is spanking my child illegal?" to "what is considered child negligence?".  We hope this conversation encourages you to have a new perspective and approach towards discipline. So you can raise your child as wisely and lovingly like only YOU know how to mama! @crodriguez1984 @nataliecacao @holamama_podcast holamama.podcas19@gmail.com   --- Send ..read more

EPS 16. A short catch up episode as Natalie and Cristina kick off season TWO of Hola mama! Nothing special Just sliding in here to say "we're baaaaaack!". @crodriguez1984 @nataliecacao @holamama_podcast holamama.podcas19@gmail.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/holamama/message ..read more

EP 15. In this last episode of the season Natalie and Cristina share how they do the holidays. Everything from trying to get into the christmas spirit in a warm island to decorating, gifts and failing at christmas family cards! Since both will be traveling for family gatherings they also share their favorite go to tips for traveling with their littles. Thank you everyone for the love and support we have received on this project it means the world to us. But we are looking forward to being fully present with our families during this special time and therefore we will be taking a break but retur ..read more

EP 14. In this episode Natalie chats with Mely Lara about her journey towards motherhood. Mely shares her emotional experience with infertility. A long difficult cycle of loss, denial, grief, acceptance and hope. After seven unsuccessful IVF's, no diagnosis and seeing multiple doctors. Mely and her husband Julio decide to try and apply for adoption. This is a miracle story of how the birth of a little baby girl quickly changed their lives, brought so much Joy and changed her title to "Mom".    "However Motherhood comes to you- It's a miracle!" @holamama_podcast @melyezln @nataliecaca ..read more

Are you overwhelmed with your kids constant fighting and yelling? I am! There are moments I just don't know what to do to "fix" it and sadly, I add to the chaos. Without a doubt sibling rivalry is one of the most frustrating and stressful factors of parenting. That is why we just had to dedicate a full segment for this subject alone! In this episode, Natalie chats with Licensed Therapist and Parent Coach- Sasha Hawkes. Sasha answers questions such as "WHY DO SIBLINGS FIGHT?", "WHAT IS THE RIGHT APPROACH OF DISCIPLINE?" and "SHOULD I TAKE SIDES?" She also shares tips and tricks on how to encour ..read more

EP. 13 Nothing more contagious than a grateful heart and so in the  spirit of Thanksgiving, Natalie and Cristina invite Betty to join in on the fun! Through a series of questions they share what they are most grateful for this year and why. Everything from that baby product they are so thankful  exist- to that thing in their house they can't live without. We really just hope this conversation sparks gratitude and serves as a reminder to slow down a bit and appreciate the big and little things in your life Mama! SHOW NOTES: WHITE NOISE APP, NoseFrida SNOTSUCKER, 4MOMS ROCKAROO, POUR M ..read more

Imagine going through 10 pregnancies (a twin pregnancy somewhere in between), experiencing loss at every stage imaginable and all while having epileptic attacks! This is the maternity story of Enedina Valdez Barrera- My Grandmother- MY HERO.  @holamamapodcast  @nataliecacao  @crodriguez87   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/holamama/message ..read more

We can all agree potty training is the pitts man! So in this episode Cristina and Natalie share about their experiences potty training their kids, The good, the bad and all the “ew”. ***BIG DISCLAIMER: we are not experts in any way and do not pretend to know it all. In Fact, all we know is what we experienced and we’re sure you’ll be able to relate and have a few laughs with us! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/holamama/message ..read more

EP 11. Hey new mama! Are you feeling lonely but can't remember when was the last time you were alone? we totally get it. Motherhood loneliness surprised both of us too. In this episode we discuss how loneliness showed up in our life and how we coped with it. Also we talk all things social media, F.O.M.O, and making mom friends. (Why is it so hard to make mom friends?!)  Just remember you may feel like your life is on hold. But you have not been forgotten or buried. YOU HAVE BEEN PLANTED. Growing and turning into the mother your children absolutely need you to be! @holamama_podcast @natali ..read more

Are you overwhelmed with your kids constant fighting and yelling? I am! There are moments I just don't know what to do to "fix" it and sadly, I add to the chaos. Without a doubt sibling rivalry is one of the most frustrating and stressful factors of parenting. That is why we just had to dedicate a full segment for this subject alone! In this episode, Natalie chats with Licensed Therapist and Parent Coach- Sasha Hawkes. Sasha answers questions such as "WHY DO SIBLINGS FIGHT?", "WHAT IS THE RIGHT APPROACH OF DISCIPLINE?" and "SHOULD I TAKE SIDES?" She also shares tips and tricks on how to encour ..read more