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Little Shoots, Deep RootsEveryday Worship: Teaching Kids to See and Celebrate God’s GloryWhat if worship isn’t just about singing in church, but about chasing God’s glory through everyday moments—like running, cooking, or simply watching the sunset? Discover how ordinary rhythms can become opportunities to honor God, invite healing, and nurture deeper faith for the whole family.Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, mother of three, children’s author, Bible study teacher, and remarried widow, opens up about her family’s journey through grief and healing. Her story beautifully illustrated that worship isn’t confined to church pews or Sunday morning sing-alongs—it’s a treasur...2025-07-1720 min
First Gen Healing - Latinx Healing and Awakening JourneysPara Las Mamis Doing Things DifferentlyHola! In this episode I was joined by Christie Lazo from Decolonized Motherhood. I am so excited to share this conversation where we touch on what it means to be present and intentional as a parent while holding space for the versions of parenting we saw as FirstGens. Let me know what resonated from this episode and what question you would have asked Christie! Get to Know Christie: Christie Lazo is a motherscholar and Indigenous-Peruvian migrant completing an MA Degree in Social Justice Education at the Ontario Institute for...2025-06-051h 07
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 44 - Time For A New Chapter It's time for a new chapter, and this episode will include many of the details of what this means for the Vida With Christie Podcast. While I and the podcast won't be going far, it is definitely bittersweet to update you on the upcoming changes. In this episode, I also discuss a parenting regret I have as a content creator which has become a life lesson as my child grows. Additionally, I include a quick catch-up of what I've been up to since the last episode and what is to come on the...2024-04-051h 03
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 43 - Latina Motherhood with Gilza Fort MartinezOn episode 43 of the Vida With Christie Podcast, I provided a quick life update and shared some exciting summer plans. I also touched upon an upcoming episode wich will be on best practices which I apply for prioritizing my life as an ambitious mama while lives among the hustle and bustle of living her dreams every single day. I had the pleasure of speaking with Gilza Fort Martinez, a licensed marriage and family therapist and CEO of Resolution Counselling Center in Miami, Florida. As a Latina therapist, we had an incredible conversation about how the various elements o...2023-05-231h 10
el CafeciTOS06E17- Christie LazoS06E17- In this episode, Sebas and Sarah talk to Christie Lazo, a Peruvian M.A. candidate at OISE. Christie also hosts and produces her own podcast: Vida with Christie. Today, we will talk about Chrities’s research in the pedagogies of decolonizing motherhood, her work with intergenerational trauma among first generation immigrant families, and her social media efforts to make academia more accessible. We hope you enjoy the episode! ☕️🌎2023-04-0425 min
Hot Topics!An Immigrant's View on EducationWelcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Christie Lazo from about her perspective on education as an immigrant.Who is Christie Lazo?Christie Lazo is an Indigenous-Peruvian content creator and mother of one living in Toronto, Canada. She is a digital marketing strategist by profession, completing her MA in Social Justice Education, and is fluent in English and Spanish. In 2018, Christie launched the Vida With Christie Podcast, educating and supporting parents in raising aware and empowered children. Focusing on decolonizing parenthood, breaking intergenerational cycles, and using social justice-centric motherhood approaches, Christie brings her equity, diversity...2023-03-161h 08
In ConfianzaLatina Beauty Standards Part 2: How far are we willing to go in the name of beauty?In this episode Maribel sets out to explore the sometimes empowering, often extreme, things we're willing to do to feel beautiful and why.Special thanks to the following women for sharing their experiences and insight in this episode: Christie Lazo, Katia Reguero Lindor, Valentina Agosti, and Leslie Valdivia and Joanna Rosario of Vive Cosmetics.This episode was written and produced by Maribel Quezada Smith. Editorial oversight by Jackie Noack. Audio engineering and mixing by Charlie Garcia. Music by Julian Blackmore.Follow & continue the conversation with us on social media; @ProjectPulso You ca...2023-03-1422 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 42 - Supporting Kids Through Tutoring with Gabrielle CrichlowAs a result of instabilities caused by the pandemic, many children are currently requiring more educational support than ever before. While we know that our children will eventually learn to read, write, do math and other skills, it is important to reach out for support if our children need it as that support goes beyond the applied skills, tutoring can support with their self steem, confidence and overall experience within educational contexts. As a result, it was wonderful to connect with Gabrielle Crichlow of A Step Ahead Tutoring Services to learn more about how we can help a...2023-02-2058 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 41 - Speaking to Children About Autism with Danielle Meadows-StinnettI had the incredible honour of speaking with Danielle Meadows-Stinnett who is a superheroine mama and owner of Octane Design Studios. In this episode, she shared her lived experience as a mother of a neurodivergent children diagnosed with autism. I am so grateful that she joined me on this episode to educate us about her family, and empower us with lessons on how we can pass on this education to our children and beyond. Danielle also shared with us how her family spends quality time with each other while making use a medium that many parents have yet to...2023-01-171h 18Decolonized Motherhood Podcast2022 ReflectionsIt's been a hot minute as I've been juggling multiple items on my plate, from motherhood to career and most recently academia. 2022 has brought with it a LOT of wins resulting from mine and my family's hard work, but it has alsobrought some challenges and learning opportunities. I also reflect on celebrating 5 years of podcasting through Vida With Christie and what is next on this journey, it includes a new project, Decolonized Motherhood, which is a blend of the work I do in my researchand academia and the work I've done so far with this podcast. Join m...2022-12-301h 11Decolonized Motherhood PodcastAcademic MamaI have BIG news to share on this latest episode. While I don't want to give it away in the description, even though the title of this episode is a major hint, I will share that I am making one of my wildest dreams come true. I am living it and am fully dedicated to it, and it is something that I still pinch myself about as a part of me can't fully believe it yet. On this episode I share how difficult the journey was to get where I am today, my intentions in the near future, and...2022-11-0644 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 38 - Pandemic Parenting: It's Not Over YetWhile we'd love to think that this pandemic is over, the unfortunate truth is that we are still living in it. As parents, many of us have gone above and beyond thus far to ensure the safety and well-being of our children, and because of this we have been one of the most affected demographics since March 2020. As we prepare our children to return to school, on this episode I reflect on the current status of the COVID19 pandemic in Ontario, the safety measures our family will take to ensure our child is safe, and concerns from...2022-09-0535 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 37 - Parenting Wholeheartedly with Danielle BettmannDanielle Bettmann is an incredible parenting coach and educator who I've had the pleasure of connecting with on various ocassions. On this episode, Danielle and I speak about nurturing the relationship that we have with our kids from a young age to the teenage years and beyond, the complexities of having a co-parent that may not be on the same page, and much more. Danielle is the owner & parenting coach of Wholeheartedly, helping families with a strong-willed toddler and a "good cop / bad cop" dynamic find sanity & solutions. She's also the host of the Failing Motherhood podcast, w...2022-07-111h 18
Parenting in UniformRaising Empowered Children with Christie LazoChristie Lado, of the Vida with Christie podcast and blog, provides a passionate discussion about raising empowered children and breaking intergenerational cycles. As a Peruvian-Canadian, she dives into raising kids while living in different cultures. Find out more about Christie or listen to her podcast anywhere podcasts are found.Check out the Parenting in Uniform Facebook pageFollow on Twitter: @MomInUniformEmail: ParentingInUniform@gmail.com Editing, voiceover, and music by audiblelemonade.com .2022-05-2735 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 36 - Parenting in Uniform with Lieutenant Colonel Claudia PeñaI had the pleasure of speaking to Lieutenant Colonel Claudia Peña, host of Parenting in Uniform Podcast, about the challenges and rewards of parenting while enlisted in Germany and serving the US Army. This was an incredibly educative experience for me as I know very little about army life, nevermind being a parent in that space. Lieutenant Colonel Claudia Peña used her podcast to advocate for other parents who are enlisted and/or veterans, as well as leads the way for women and mothers in leadership within her space. It was truly insightful to speak to...2022-05-2446 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 35 - Rompiendo Ciclos IntergeneracionalesNote: While I normally publish episodes in English, from time to time I will release episodes in Spanish. It makes me happy to share that this is one of them. Tune in to the next episode for our regularly scheduled English content. Estoy super emocionada de compartir mi primer episodio totalmente en español con ustedes. Era importante para mi de lanzar los episodios en español con el tema de romper ciclos intergeneracionales. No solo porque es un tema que nos afecta a todos, si no tambien porque es la basis del contenido de mi podcast y...2022-04-2551 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastBreaking Intergenerational CyclesMy podcast came from an idea of sharing my experiences and lessons as a parent, and how I parent differently than I was parented. My parenting approach is different because I wanted to break from what we know call "intergenerational cycles". This is truly the foundationof the work I do on this podcast. As a result, I have recorded an episode to summarize what it means to break intergenerational cycles, come face to face with our traumas and what this means for your future and the future of your children. I highly recommend checking out this episode a...2022-03-2959 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastHelping Kids Face Tough Challenges with Sara Olsher of Mighty and BrightI had the pleasure of speaking with Sara Olsher of Mighty & Bright. She was also joined by Danielle Bettmann of Parenting Wholeheartedly. Sara shares her incredible story of resilience and determination as a breast cancer survivor, in addition to the challenges she overcame as a single mom of a young daughter. From those experiences, Mighty & Bright was born; a companyhelping families face though challenges with honesty and mental well-being in mind. As my listeners may know, these kinds of resources are greatly appreciated by me as I know too well what it is like to f...2022-03-0746 min
Failing Motherhood60. Breaking the Cycle with Christie LazoA real-life "Luisa Madrigal (Encanto)", Christie Lazo is a Peruvian-Canadian eldest daughter in an immigrant family living in a multigenerational home with her dad after her mom died.After diving into her guilt/struggle with continuing to work full time, Christie speaks to her journey of healing her past and choosing to parent differently than she was parented.Among many topics, she invites us into her story of reclaiming her indigenous roots, Catholicism, consent culture, acceptance and trust, as well as Chancla/Sandalia culture.Her parents moved to Canada for a "...2022-02-151h 31Decolonized Motherhood PodcastFacing Parenting Challenges With Positivity with Tee of Positivitee x2 PodcastI had the opportunity to connect with Tiana "Tee" Gaines of Postivitee x2 Podcast and discuss the various parenting challenges that present themselves and how to face them with a positive tone. Tee, a mom of one who is a US Army vet, shares how she is adjusting to civilian life and her experience being away from her daughter when she was stationed abroad. Of course, we also chatted about our approaches to positive parenting and raising incredible, strong and brave young racialized girls. What I appreciated most about speaking to Tee is her positive outlook and...2022-02-101h 01Decolonized Motherhood Podcast2021 ReflectionsWho would have thought that we would wrap up 2021 while STILL in a pandemic? But here we are! On the last episode of 2021, I reflect on the last year and this could not be done without discussion the health crisis we are experiencing. It has impacted us on many levels, especially as parents. I discuss the importance of building and nurturing community in order to overcome the pandemic, share an incredible parenting pro tip for creating a healthier Elf on the Shelf experience at home, and set some intentions for 2022. Episode's Blog Post ht...2022-01-0142 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 30 - Becoming Better Parents with Alexandra Borisevich of Empowered ParentingI had the pleasure of speaking with Alexandra Borisevich of Empowered Parenting for this episode about becoming better parents. Alexandra's strategic approach and educational foundation of early childhood education provides parents with a comprehensive approach to creating a healthier and safer environment for our children. As a result of her recommendations and approach, there is no doubt that we will better connect with our children and nurture a strong foundation that will lead us to incredible parent-child relationships for many years to come. Episode's Blog Post http://vidawithchristie.com/2021/11/13/episode-30-becoming-better-parents-with-alexandra-borisevich-of-empowered-parenting/ Connect With M...2021-11-131h 07Decolonized Motherhood PodcastSpeaking to Children About Cultural AppropriationI had a situation come up with my daughter's Halloween costume that made me reflect about cultural appropriation; and in particular what I have taught my daughter on the topic. While I recognize that it is okay for us to appreciate someone else's culture, it is not okay for us to consume aspects of a culture for which its people can experience racism, xenophobia, discrimination and more for. Teaching our children to be empowered and aware humans means educating them on these topics from a young age, and Halloween is a key time to have these conversations. Episode's Blog Po...2021-10-2941 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastExploring the Sober Life with Casey Davidson of The Hello Someday PodcastI had the incredible opportunity to interview Casey Davidson of The Hello Someday Podcast. She is a Certified Professional Life Coach who also hosts a podcast for busy women ready to drink less + live more. It was a pleasure to speak with Casey on this episode as living a sober life is something I have personally been curious about for quite some time and I know that some of my listeners may feel the same way. It was great to learn from Casey, from her insights to her recommendation, on how we can take that next step towards drinking...2021-10-031h 06Decolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 27 - When Do Kids Need To Hear "No"? with Kat AntonopoulosI had the wonderful pleasure of recording a podcast episode with my mom friend, Kat Antonopoulos. What started as a random discussion over Instagram DMs about a post I shared from @Empowered.Parenting turned into a podcast episode. We mamas discuss the positive and negatives around the word "no" and why we may not want to use it with our children because of how it impacted us as now adults, but also why sometimes it is also necessary to use it. Episode's Blog Post http://vidawithchristie.com/2021/09/18/episode-27-when-do-kids-need-to-hear-no-with-kat-antonopoulos/ Connect With Me Facebook: h...2021-09-191h 07Decolonized Motherhood PodcastAre We Ready To Go Back To School?Our kids are heading back to school this coming week in Ontario, but are we parents truly ready for that? Considering we are still in a pancemic with cases rising each day, I am feeling so nervous about my child going back to school. On this episode, I break down my concerns regarding the back to school situation for kids in Ontario and how this is affecting parents. In addition, I discuss the political aspects of our children's return to school and what we as a community need to do to keep our kids safe. Ep...2021-09-0541 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastVida With Christie Podcast TrailerThe host of the Vida With Christie Podcast, Christie Lazo, influences parents to raise aware and empowered children. Tune in to the podcast trailer for more information about her mission through each episode of the Vida With Christie Podcast. Learn More http://vidawithchristie.com/podcast/ Connect With Me Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VidaWithChristie/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VidaWithChristie/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/VWCpodcast/2021-08-2502 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastSummer Catch-UpEven within a pandemic, it has been a busy summer for our family are we are trying to make the best of the warmest days of the year. Our backyard has truly become our oasis, outside of when this mama is working or taking classes. In this episode, I share some insight on what is going on in my life as part of a catch-up. You haven't heard much about me since the first episode so I figured it would be a great opportunity for you to learn a little more outside of the educational and empowerment a...2021-07-2939 min
COVID-19: Public Health, Policy, and CultureEpisode 34 Parenting and Schooling in Canada During the PandemicIn this episode we speak to our friend Christie Lazo of the Vida With Christie Podcast, north of our border in Toronto, Canada about the current environment of dealing with the pandemic and navigating schooling for her daughter. We discuss the political, legislative, and educational climate during the 3rd wave of the pandemic. We also discuss the waiting period of hoping to get the COVID vaccine and what that process has been like.
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Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS-C): https://www.cdc.gov/mis/index...2021-07-1933 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastHow Our Mothers Influence Our Parenting Journey with Vanessa Graves of Hija De Tu Madre PodcastI had an incredible conversation with Vanessa Graves of Hija De Tu Madre Podcast as we discussed being raised by Latina immigrant women, raising Latina strong daughters, and of course her podcast. Additionally, Vanessa shared with us about her biracial relationship with her husband and how that also shapes how she is raising her daughter, in particular with Latin American aspects such as language and culture. Naturally, we also spoke about what it means to be a Latina mother and how we are raising our daughters in a different way than we were also raised while acknowledging the strong...2021-06-291h 05
Hija de tu Madre PodcastEpisode 24:Currency Changes That Leave You with NothingOn today's episode I speak with Christie Lazo from Vida with Christie Podcast. Her madre's story comes from Lima, Peru. As the political climate was changing in Peru her parent's started seeing drastic changes. They had lucrative jobs but even they became subjects to the political issues. Their lives took them to Canada! I have often wondered how people get up there and I got a chance to discover that on this episode. Most often immigration comes with the sacrifice of leaving everything behind. What sometimes we miss to understand are those stories of ones that leave...2021-06-222h 04Decolonized Motherhood PodcastSpeaking to Children About the 2SLGBTQ+ CommunityIn another episode within the "Speaking to Children About..." series, I share my journey in journey in speaking to my daughter about the 2SLGBTQ+ community and the importance of her having this knowledge, not only within our family but for our community and the world around her. We cannot preach to children about kindness without teaching them about the importance of acceptance and unconditional love. This episode is an update from a blog post I wrote when my daughter was 3 years old and the first conversation I had with her about the 2SLGBTQIA community and what it m...2021-06-1736 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastSpeaking to Children About Tragic Current EventsTRIGGER WARNING: Abuse, Violence, Genocide. This episode speaks about tragic current events, using examples such as the colonization of Palestine, family separation in the US and, most prominently, about the residential schools in Canada. This was a tough episode to record, not only because of the feelings I have about the topics discussed but because I wanted to make sure I got it right and made justice to the communities affected. There is no doubt in my mind that this will be challenging work within yourself and with your kids; I know I definitely don't have the...2021-06-0358 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastMother's Day Interview With My DaughterThis is a very special episode as my daughter is interviewing me for the very first time. We put a few questions together about motherhood, and it is without a doubt an interview we will cherish forever. As I will be speaking at Amplifying Her Voice In Moms We Trust Summit this week, we felt inspired to share a little mother's day joy through this episode which we hope you'll enjoy. It's a glimpse of our relationship, her sillyness, and you'll even get a glimpse of how I handle the "tough questions" in an honest parenting manner. V...2021-05-0816 min
La Mezcla Latina19. Being a Millennial Peruvian-Canadian Mother (w/ Christie Lazo)Christie, a Peruvian-Canadian content creator and mother of one, shares what it's like raising her daughter with a millennial lens. She talks about the challenges and triumphs and gives advice for those who plan to have children in the future. We also discuss her career as a digital marketing strategist and much more!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lamezclalatina/message2021-04-281h 06Decolonized Motherhood PodcastParenting In A Pandemic: One Year LaterLife has not been easy for many of us throughout the pandemic, and for parents it has brought many layers of challenges and complications. To mark the first year anniversary since the first lockdown, I reflect on some of the challenges I've faced resulting from the pandemic and share my overall experience of the past year. I also discuss some of the implications that have led to my family experiencing a third wave of this pandemic and point out some of the hurdles that others are facing in our communities. Visit Vida With Christie for more episodes, and...2021-04-2422 minDecolonized Motherhood PodcastOne Year AnniversaryOne year has flowed by since the launch (re-launch) of this podcast. I recorded a short episode to reflect on the last year and celebrate the things that I've achieved thanks to this podcast and y efforts. In addition, I encourage you to follow your goals and dreams witha few take-aways. Visit Vida With Christie for more episodes, and connect with me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Also, don't forget to leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser! 2021-04-0515 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastGive Yourself Credit & ValidationMany of us do not give yourselves the credit and validation that we truly deserve; from undervaluing our skills and expertise to thinking twice about calling ourselves brilliant parents. In this episode, I share my journey from podcasting "as a hobby" to making my dreams come true in hope that it will encourage and empower you to give yourself the credit that you truly deserve. I also make an exciting announcement that podcasters, or those aspiring to launch a podcast, do not want to miss! Visit Vida With Christie for more episodes, and connect with me...2021-03-1432 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastParenting A School Aged Child In A PandemicOnline learning has been a challenge for kids and parents, there is no doubt about it. In this episode, I discuss my experience as a working parent that has been supporting her child through online learning and my feelings about her going back to school for in-person classes. In addition, I discuss the lessons that I have learned throughout this journey, not only for me as a parent but also as a wife. Visit Vida With Christie for more episodes, and connect with me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Also, don't forget to leave me a review on P...2021-02-0848 min
PodcypherEpisode#2 Parenting , Podcasting and PurposeJoin Ann and Denese as they discuss parenting styles amid COVID-19, podcasting, and purpose. This episode features a discussion with various mothers who podcast.In 2019, Yhane created, wrote and produced Harlem Queen, an audio drama. In Harlem Queen our Black Royalty of the Harlem Renaissance clashes against the seedy underworld of racketeers and mobsters. Her next audio drama, The Courtship of Mona Mae will launch in February. She is currently researching and writing her next project as a Bundles Community Scholar at Columbia University. Yhane was born and raised in South Jersey, but now calls Harlem her home...2021-01-301h 12
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastWelcome to 2021: Reflections & IntentionsOn this episode we review the start of 2021 and discuss the challenges and circumstances that many people are currently working through. Whether it relates to health, family, finances or all of the above, we are all going through a season. So how do we honour our feelings while working past these challenges? To support, I've created a "Reflections & Intentions Worksheet" - you can find it at vidawithchristie.com/resources. We will get down to work to reflect on the past year and set our intentions for the near future. This exercise will support you in setting future g...2021-01-1032 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastSanta's Naughty or Nice ListThere is something so beautiful and magical about the holiday season and celebrating Christmas. But have you ever taken a second to question some of the traditions that may seem cute at top level but are so cringy when you "take the magic away"? This year, my daughter came home from school with the Elf of the Shelf hype, and on this episode I break down a few thoughts that I've had brewing in my brain for the last few weeks concerning the message behind this tradition. It is worth the listen! Visit Vida With Ch...2020-12-3023 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 14 - Raising A Non-Binary ChildOn this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Natasha, who shares with us her experiences raising her non-binary child. We discuss family, culture, parenthood and more in order to break down some of the challenges she has faced throughout her journey. Her child also joined us and gave us some excellent advice for parents, as well as shared a little of their experience as a non-binary child. It was an honour to speak with Natasha and her child, and I am so grateful they shared some of their time with us. My hopes for this episode i...2020-11-221h 10
Money Career & Motherhood PodcastEp 34: Family culture and finances with Christie LazoMost of us recognize that the culture we grow up in has a significant impact on our beliefs and how we parent our own children. But what do we do when we want to instill beliefs different from those of our parents into our own children? In this episode, I’m talking with Christie Lazo, host of the Vida with Christie podcast about culture and finance. We discuss her family’s immigration to Canada when she was a child, how she goes against cultural norms in how she and her husband are raising their daughter, and the sign...2020-11-1748 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastTeaching Kids About Self CareSelf care has become a very trendy topic in the last few years. As a result, many of us are often striving for self care - but what does it really mean to take care of ourselves? Some of us have found ourselves struggling to figure out how to truly care for ourselves, especially since we have often been taught to put everything else but ourselves first. So how exactly can we teach our kids something that we often struggle with ourselves? In this episode, we break down what self care means, how we can lead by e...2020-11-0846 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastWe Are All Going Through SomethingIn this impromptu episode, I discuss how this pandemic has added another layer to the many things that we are all going through in our day to day lives. Regardless of what this pandemic has brought us, we need to continue to do the hard work within ourselves to recuperate and heal. I share some of the work I do within myself, along with other methods that help me in my daily life. An Instagram picture is not the whole story, so if you are going through something when everything else seems so perfect remember that you a...2020-10-1319 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastSpeaking to Children About MoneyI had the pleasure of interviewing Janice Scholl of Money, Career & Motherhood podcast about speaking to children about money and personal finances. We tackle the importance of teaching kids about financial literacy from a young age, as well as the importance of having a good relationship with money so that we can pass down these lessons to our children. Janice has some great insights and tips that we can apply as parents so that our children are better prepared to handle their personal finances in a healthy way from an early age. Visit Vida With Christie for mor...2020-09-1448 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastMeals Made Easy for Busy FamiliesI had the pleasure of speaking with Marie Fiebach of Feed Your Family Tonight about meal planning for busy families. For me, it is important that we get the most nutrition out of our meals; however I do not always have time on weekdays to make picture-perfect Gordon Ramsay approved meals for my family. How do you best manage to feed your family a delicious meal that they will all enjoy with a limited amount of time? Marie definitely has various tricks up her sleeve to make your meal preparations a much more positive and stress-free experience. M...2020-08-3138 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastThe Radical Self Love of a Mother"To love yourself unconditionally in a space that is consistantly reminding you of "your flaws" is radical." -- Christie Lazo Many of us struggle with doubts, insecurities, guilt and so much more that keep us from living our potential to the fullest. In this episode, I discuss the ways that parents, mothers in particular, face challenges with loving themselves in the unconditional manner that they deserve. In addition, we explore how the act of truly loving yourself is radical and even political. How can we change these habits and feelings within ourselves? How can we influence our...2020-08-1841 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastWhen You're Done Having BabiesMaking the decision to officially not have any more children is not always an easy one. There are so many factors that contribute to this decision; such as financial circumstances, the number of children you already have, lifestyle choices, and so much more. Each family has their own unique set of elements to consider when arriving to this decision. Of course, the decision to not have any more children should be made between yourself and your partner only. It should be a private and intimate decision; however, this is not always the case. Many times you will...2020-08-011h 10Decolonized Motherhood PodcastWorking Parents in a PandemicThere is no doubt that parenting through the COVID-19 pandemic has been a struggle to each and every one of us. Working parents, in particular working mothers, have especially suffered a hard hit as our governments and other systematic powers determine what the best approach is while Coronavirus continues to hit us, physically, emotionally and mentally. In this episode, I share with you my personal experience of the phases I have overcome, and am still overcoming, throughout this pandemic. Additionally, I also discuss the plans (or lack thereof) when it comes to our kids potentially going back...2020-07-0654 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastSpeaking to Children About RaceI had the pleasure of having Marycarmen Lara-Villanueva, a mother of two and a PhD student in Social Justice Education, on the podcast to speak with me about educating our children on the topic of race. Considering the ongoing, and most recent, events sorrounding the death of Black people in the hands of police brutality, it is crucial that we all do the work to dismantle racist and anti-Black systems. I strongly believe that by teaching our children about race we are building a foundation where they have the knowledge and awareness to speak up against racist circumstances and...2020-06-021h 08
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastEpisode 5 - Parenting Through Coronavirus (Part 2)Parenting through Coronavirus (COVID-19) has proven to be a challenging time for many of us, and definitely one we never imagined as parents. In the second episode of the Parenting Through Coronavirus mini series (you can listen to the first series episode at vidawithchristie.com), I discuss how family life has been since juggling working from home while keeping up with my daughter's school work, prioritizing yourself under the current COVID-19 circumstances and my top recommendation for overcoming the pandemic. Feel free to visit Vida With Christie for more content. Also, connect with me on Faceb...2020-05-2229 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastParenting Through Coronavirus (Part 1)Parenting through Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a challenge many of us had never imagined within our plans of what raising our children would be like; but here we are! In this part one of two episode, I share my experience speaking to my child about Coronavirus in a honest and caring manner, the new habits that my family has started or re-enforced in the name of our health, the recommendations I have for parents in order to take care of their mental health and well-being, and more. Feel free to visit Vida With Christie for more...2020-04-0528 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastChristmas in Two CulturesRaising a child (or children) in a bi-cultural or multicultural household can be so exciting but it also poses a few challenges. On this episode, we dive into the Christmas season to discuss my experiences growing up as a first generation immigrant and how I am raising my Canadian-born daughter when it comes to blending North American culture with our Christmas-related practices and traditions from our home countries.2020-04-0432 min
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastMy Immigrant LifeI had the honour and pleasure to be interviewed by Erica of My Immigrant Life Podcast. Today, we are sharing our interview with the world. We discussed my immigration story, stories and anecdotes about my experiences as an immigrant in Canada, how this shapes my parenting style, and so much more. I hope you enjoy learning a little more about me. You can find Erica on Instagram @MyImmigrantLifePodcast. 2020-04-041h 05
Decolonized Motherhood PodcastA New StartPressing the reset button on my podcast and starting again from scratch was not easy. However, I am proud of the work I have completed to provide my listeners with the best content possible. Tune in to this episode to learn about the direction I am taking the Vida With Christie Podcast on, and find out how I survived my daughter’s latest apocalyptic tantrum (because mom life!).2020-04-0426 min
My Immigrant LifeA Fish out of WaterToday, guest Christie Lazo, describes how being one of the few or the only Latina in her community made her feel like a fish out of water. Follow us on Instagram:Guest: @vidawithchristieHost: @thee_erica_hernandezPodcast: @myimmigrantlifepodcastTo be a guest on the podcast please send an email to sharemystory@myimmigrantlife.com2019-11-261h 00