EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 25 MIN
153. How to Stop Feeling Stuck and Rethink the "American Dream"
from Viva la Mami - Latina Motherhood, Modern Parenting, Latina Well-Being · host Jessica Cuevas
In July 2024, I was featured in The New York Times in an article about how childcare costs are limiting women’s ability to work. The headline captured exactly how we felt at the time: stuck.In this solo episode, I share the real story behind that moment and how my family made the strategic decision to move from Chicago to León, Guanajuato. I break down the real cost of living for a family of four in the U.S., the childcare math that so many moms are quietly navigating, and the mindset shift that helped us stop blaming ourselves and start thinking strategically.If you’ve ever looked at your numbers and thought, “Why does this feel impossible?”, this episode is for you.For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode153What You'll Hear:The reality many moms are experiencing with childcare and workThe real cost of living for a family of four in Chicago (and why the math didn’t work for us)How childcare costs can create a hidden barrier for women trying to re-enter the workforceThe mindset shift that helped us not feel stuckHow moving to Mexico created breathing room for our family financially and emotionallyResources Mentioned:New York Times feature (July 2024)Episode 151: 3 Things You Must Do Before Moving AbroadFree Moving to Mexico Discord Community1-on-1 Moving to Mexico ConsultationWall Street Journal on Americans relocating abroadSupport the showSHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review on Apple podcasts.Watch this podcast episode on YouTube!Follow Viva la Mami on Instagram @vivalamamiJoin the Viva la Mami newsletter so you won't miss a thing!Have a suggestion for an episode topic? Click HEREHave a suggestion for a guest? Click HEREVisit the Viva la Mami Websitewww.vivalamami.comHave questions or want to connect? Email us at [email protected]
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In July 2024, I was featured in The New York Times in an article about how childcare costs are limiting women’s ability to work. The headline captured exactly how we felt at the time: stuck. In this solo episode, I share the real story behind that moment and how my family made the strategic decision to move from Chicago to León, Guanajuato. I break down the real cost of living for a family of four in the U.S., the childcare math that so many moms are quietly navigating, and the mindset shift ...
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