135. How to Stop Perfectionism In Your Bilingual Parenting Journey with Beatriz Rivera-Cruz

I sat down with Beatriz Rivera-Cruz, a former Spanish teacher turned entrepreneur who quit her job to start her own Spanish immersion daycare when she couldn't find what her family needed. As a Puerto Rican mami married to a non-Spanish speaker, Beatriz shares the real struggles of preserving her language and culture, and why perfectionism almost derailed her entire journey.

For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode135

What You'll Hear:

• Why immigrant mothers carry an invisible burden that monolingual moms don't face
• How perfectionism and judgment kept her from supporting other bilingual families
• The moment her son's relationship with Spanish completely changed through community
• Why "good enough" bilingual parenting is actually extraordinary
• Practical ways to start your bilingual journey without moving mountains

Ways to Follow Beatriz:

• Charla Collective: www.charlacollective.com
• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Email: [email protected]

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