Are you a Latina working mom attempting to balance all parts of your life? So is Nanyi and she has some encouragement for you.
Let’s be real—balance is a myth when you’re a Latina working mom juggling a career, a home, kids, a business (or two), and trying to carve out just five minutes to hear your own thoughts.
I’m currently living in that beautiful chaos:
✓ Just returned to my corporate job after maternity leave
✓ Searching for the perfect nanny (harder than job interviews, by the way)
✓ Road-tripping and making summer memories with my babies
✓ Running two businesses
✓ Managing a household
… and still trying to hold space for me.
And while it’s not always picture-perfect, I’ve learned a few things about what it actually takes to pursue your dreams while showing up for everyone else.
I’ve realized that I CAN’T do it all and I need to prioritize by what’s most important daily. I mean lots of deep breaths, To-Do Lists and coffee helps!
Here’s what’s helping me—and maybe it’ll help you too:
1. Redefine Balance as Seasons, Not Schedules
Some weeks, work takes the lead. Other weeks, motherhood demands everything. And that’s okay.
Instead of chasing perfect balance, I now ask: “What needs the most of me right now—and what can wait?”
There’s freedom in understanding that balance doesn’t mean equal. It means aligned with your values.
2. Get Ruthless with Priorities (and Gentle with Yourself)
I used to try and do it all. Now? I ask myself:
- What actually matters today?
- Will this move the needle forward in work, life, or joy?
If it doesn’t check one of those boxes, I let it go. You can be ambitious and still say no.
3. Build a Village You Trust
Finding a nanny has been a journey in itself—but it’s a reminder that asking for help isn’t a weakness, it’s strategy.
You may be wondering why a nanny and not a daycare? Well…the lists are full, and I thought I’d be able to work from home AND watch my toddler, but it turns out I had to realize I can’t do it all.
So, I had the perfect nanny, but she is now returning to school much earlier than anticipated and now I’m on the hunt. Having someone that you trust helps immensely! I just need a few hours a day to tackle all my tasks and knowing I have someone safe and responsible takes a huge load off my shoulders.
Latina moms especially carry that “do it all alone” pressure. But here’s the truth: You can chase your dreams AND lean on others. You don’t have to choose.
4. Schedule Time for Your Dreams Like You Do for Everyone Else
Running two businesses means I have to get intentional. That means:
- Blocking time to write,
- Showing up for my brand and audience,
- And making space to be creative—not just productive.
Whether it’s early morning writing or 15 minutes before bed, I treat my dreams with the same respect I give to client calls and school pickups.
5. Embrace the Power of Digital Income
One of the biggest shifts in my journey has been tapping into digital marketing + digital products. Not because I wanted “extra” income—but because I wanted freedom.
Freedom to travel with my kids.
Freedom to work from anywhere.
Freedom to breathe a little.
If you’re craving something more—you’re not selfish, you’re called.
6. Let the “Mess” Be Part of the Story
The house isn’t always clean. The to-do list is never done.
But my babies are happy. My clients are served. My voice is being heard.
And that’s a version of success I can live with.
You Deserve to Dream, Too.
We’re not just raising children—we’re raising businesses, healing old narratives, and redefining what Latina motherhood looks like.
So if you’re in a season of doing all the things and still trying to keep a piece of yourself intact:
I see you. I am you. And I promise it’s possible.
Give yourself permission to be tired, ambitious, soft, strong, present, and still wildly full of dreams.
One step, one breath, one aligned decision at a time.
Have you found your rhythm as a working mama yet? Let’s talk in the comments—or share this with another Jefa in the making.
