Un Año con Santi: Lo Que Hemos Aprendido Como Papás - A Year with Santi: What We've Learned as Parents

A lot can change in just one year! In this episode, we look back on our first year of parenthood, sharing the lessons, challenges, and joyful moments that have shaped our journey with Santi. We talk about how our confidence as parents has grown, the reality of raising a bilingual child, and the cultural differences we experienced while celebrating Santi’s first birthday in both Mexico and the United States. We also share some of our favorite milestones, from his first words and signs to walking, communicating, and developing his own unique personality.Key Takeaways:How parenting changes during the first year and the lessons we learned along the wayThe joys and challenges of raising a bilingual child in a bicultural familyCultural differences between birthday celebrations in Mexico and the United StatesLinks And Additional Resources:284 – Un Progenitor, Un Idioma | One Parent, One Language270 – Padres Primerizos – ¡Bienvenido, Santi! | First-time Parents – Welcome, Santi!263 – Lo Que Nadie Nos Dijo del Embarazo – Sorpresas, Retos y Momentos Reales | What No One Told Us About Pregnancy – Surprises, Challenges, and Real Moments253 – ¡Bebé a Bordo! | Baby on Board!138 – Las Mañanitas | The Little Mornings089 – El Curioso Origen de las Piñatas – The Curious Origins of Piñatas016 – Alternancia de Código | Code SwitchingJoin La Escala to practice Spanish, stay consistent, and connect with other learnersLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quiz✈️ Join La Escala, our online Spanish and Go community for Spanish learners who want more practice, structure, and connection. Annual plans include 2 months free. 👉 Learn more: spanishandgo.com/communitySupport the show