It takes EFFORT to raise multicultural, multilingual children, so let's learn from two women who have DONE IT. Co-hosts of the Mamás 411 Podcast, please welcome Maritere Bellas and Erica Mirochnik to the show.
Enjoy this multi-generational conversation with two mothers who aimed to raise empathetic, accepting, global, do-good citizens all while creating their village away from their home countries. In an era where it's common to be faced with the decision to start a family away from our village, this episode is a reminder of the power of chosen families.
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The Un-a-Parent Podcast is a Studio Dama Production. For production inquiries, contact marina@studiodamadesign.com.
SHOW NOTES:
00:00 - Meet Maritere Bellas and Erica Mirochnik from Mamás 411 Podcast
01:44 - The life of Maritere Bellas and Erica Mirochnik
03:44 - The importance of creating your village to raise bilingual children
10:34 - Challenges and advice when raising multicultural children away from home countries
17:18 - Introducing our native culture to our kids
20:52 - Is the effort worth it?
24:32 - How to benefit from today’s information to raise our children?
30:04 - Raising good humans
35:01 - To be a good role model for your children
36:58 - The gap between generations
40:25 - The benefits of being bilingual
42:36 - Parting words and goodbyes
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