Tag Archives | communication

Psychologist Dr. Karen Caraballo – "I’m Upset That My Daughter Is Calling Her Father’s Fiancé ‘Mami’"

By SoLatina | January 15, 2012 - 9:09 pm |
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Dr. Karen Caraballo

QUESTION: I have a 2-year-old-daughter. Her father and I have been separated for almost 2 years. He has a girlfriend that he has been living with during this time period. Well, recently my daughter came to me saying that her father’s girlfriend was her “Mami”, something she never did before. I went to her father and asked him why she is calling his girlfriend this. He said that since they’re engaged, they have been telling her to call her Mami. This … Read more →

Psychologist Dr. Angelica Perez – "How Can I Tell My Boyfriend Who's 23 Years Older Than Me That I Want Kids?"

By SoLatina | June 19, 2011 - 7:58 pm |
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QUESTION: I have a boyfriend who is 23 years older than me and he has 2 kids from a previous relationship. How do I tell him that I want kids, too? I mean I never talk about wanting kids but now I do and I don’t know how to bring up the subject. I really don’t even know if he wants more kids. Please help. DR. PEREZ’ ADVICE: Your wish to have children with someone you care about is very natural. … Read more →

"Abstinence Or Education?" (Claudia's Blog)

By SoLatina | May 24, 2011 - 3:35 pm |
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So this week I found out that my good friend’s daughter is pregnant. She is 17-years-old. This hits home for me because I was a teen mom, and so was this friend, and our daughters are the same age (actually they are only 10 days apart.) I am very close to them and I feel bad that her daughter is in the position that both my friend and I were in at her age. We became pregnant in high school and … Read more →

"No Communication" (Patrisia's Blog)

By SoLatina | May 1, 2011 - 8:32 pm |
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Hey my Solas. It’s a pleasure to be with you guys once again… Well here I am, sitting in the parking lot of a coffee shop, feeling super sleepy. As you guys know I recently moved into a gorgeous house with a huge yard, and all has been going really well. There’s just one problem that clouds my mind, makes my heart hurt…an issue I really don’t understand. See, my parents have been married for over 40 years. I’ve been told that … Read more →

“Suicide (Unthinkable)” (Crystal M’s Blog)

By SoLatina | March 27, 2011 - 8:36 pm |
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“Suicide (Unthinkable)” (Crystal M’s Blog)

A lot of times on the news you hear terrible things, like people killing each other or someone taking their own life. Both situations are usually the result of people not respecting each other. As Latinas we are talked about for the way we speak, dress and even the food we may eat. We are not the only race with this issue of course, but that doesn’t make it easier to deal with. So I think this is one thing we … Read more →

Psychologist Dr. Diana Gonzalez – “How Can I Tell My Boyfriend Who Is 23 Years Older Than Me That I Want Kids?”

By SoLatina | February 27, 2011 - 10:23 pm |
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Psychologist Dr. Diana Gonzalez – “How Can I Tell My Boyfriend Who Is 23 Years Older Than Me That I Want Kids?”

QUESTION: I’m 23 and my boyfriend is 46. He has two kids from a previous relationship. How do I tell him that I want kids, too? I mean, I never talk about wanting kids but now I do and I don’t know how to bring up the subject. I really don’t know if he even wants more kids. Please help! DR. GONZALEZ’ ADVICE: Communication is necessary in making any relationship work. Whether he has kids from a different marriage or if … Read more →

“Yeah I’m Still A Little Old-School…” (Claudia’s Blog)

By SoLatina | February 25, 2011 - 1:10 pm |
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“Yeah I’m Still A Little Old-School…” (Claudia’s Blog)

Ok it’s true: I’m beginning to meet new people & re-acquaint myself with the world by putting technology to use. I’ve been using Facebook to communicate more with friends and to get to know new people; I’ve been texting more than usual; and I’ve been IM’ing or e-mailing a lot more. So I gotta admit I really love the technology we have nowadays – I’m even using it now to communicate through this blog! But I have also come to discover … Read more →

Parenting My Way (Crystal R’s Blog)

By SoLatina | February 18, 2011 - 1:39 pm |
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Parenting My Way (Crystal R’s Blog)

I have a lot on my mind today. I’ve been upset with my sister because I’ve texted her, called her, left messages for her on Facebook along with my daughter, and no response for 2 weeks – but yet she can message complete strangers. I was hurt by the situation and said something to her about it. So in response my sister’s husband sent me a txt (not a call because that would take guts that he don’t have.) So anyway, … Read more →

“Having Trouble Finding Family Time?” (Victoria’s Blog)

By SoLatina | February 15, 2011 - 4:17 pm |
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“Having Trouble Finding Family Time?” (Victoria’s Blog)

With my parents both working and all the drama that goes on with school and raising teenagers, it can be hard for my family to find that “together time.” One of us will want to do one thing and another will want to do something different. A lot of families have this problem, because life kind of gets in the way. So we’ve found ways to make sure we spend family time even if it’s not a big trip or fancy … Read more →

Psychologist Dr. Clara Lora – Kicking Your Sister Out For Fighting With Your New Boyfriend

By SoLatina | November 23, 2010 - 2:25 pm |
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QUESTION: I’m in a situation and need some advice. My sister has been living with me for the last two years helping with my kids. I finally met a great man who has 5 kids. They now live with me and my 2 girls. Well, when they moved in my sister’s attitude changed. She picks fights with my boyfriend, argues with his kids and me, and doesn’t let me discipline my children. Now my oldest one yells at me and talks back and then … Read more →