In this episode, we dive into the world of bilingual parenting with the acclaimed Maritere Rodriguez Bellas behind @latinaboomermom, is an award winning author, bilingual parenting expert/mentor, speaker, writer, and podcast host for parents raising bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural children. 

Maritere provides practical advice on creating a family language plan, the importance of starting early, and strategies to encourage children to embrace their linguistic and cultural heritage. The conversation highlights various methods for raising bilingual children, the significance of community support, and the need for flexibility and consistency in bilingual parenting. Maritere's insights offer valuable guidance and encouragement for parents on the bilingual journey, emphasizing the lifelong benefits and cultural richness that bilingualism brings to families.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear:

• How to create a family language plan: strategies and benefits
• Creative strategies for encouraging language use
• How to navigate school systems for bilingual children
• How to advocate for bilingual education in the U.S.

Resources Mentioned on the Episode:

• @bilikids_de
• @bilingualspeechie: Here is my interview with Bilingual Speechie
• @blossoming.bilinguals
• @bilingualplaydate: Here is my interview with Bilingual Playdate
• @mama_caromejia

Follow Maritere R. Bellas from Latina Boomer Mom!

• Instagram: instagram.com/latinaboomermom
• Facebook: facebook.com/maritererbellas
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maritere-rodriguez-bellas
• X: twitter.com/maritererbellas

For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode71

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