As fireworks light up the sky and flags wave proudly this 4th of July, we’re reminded of one of the greatest values we hold as a nation: freedom. But freedom isn’t just about fireworks and parades—it’s also about what we...
This Father's Day, as we honor the men who guide, protect, and inspire us, it's essential to reflect on the qualities that define healthy masculinity. In today's rapidly changing world, boys and young men face unique challenges in understanding...
When I joined SFBAM nine years ago, my eldest daughter, Ilse, was barely 1. Now, she is almost 10 and has begun puberty. I started preparing myself for this next phase of her life and my role two years...
The San Francisco Bay Area Moms (SFBAM) online community is a vibrant and supportive network where mothers from diverse backgrounds come together to share experiences, seek advice, and offer encouragement.
As the managing editor of SFBAM, I had never felt...
Summer is around the corner—and if you're a working parent like me, you're probably already feeling the pressure. School's out, camps are expensive (and somehow already full), and your calendar is filling up with everything except time for yourself.
Balancing work and...
May 3, 2025, marks Maternal Health Awareness Day, a time to reflect on the importance of maternal well-being and the steps we can take to support mothers worldwide. Despite progress, maternal health challenges persist. Globally, nearly 300,000 women die annually from...
April 28 is Superhero Day—a celebration of the incredible power within us all to overcome challenges and make the world a better place. While we admire the capes and superpowers of fictional heroes, let's remind children that the ultimate...
“Mom, are you working again?”
It’s a question I’ve heard more times than I’d like to admit, often asked with innocent curiosity, but each time it cuts a little deeper. It’s a reminder that my two worlds—being a parent and...
I recently enjoyed a much-needed mommy getaway with my friend and yours, SFBAM's Mommy-in-Chief Pauline Li, at the Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa - the upscale, contemporary hotel nestled along the historic Sacramento River.
It was an absolutely necessary...
In today's world, finding time for anything beyond the essentials can feel impossible. Between running my own business, errands, and the endless to-do list, quality time with kids often gets squeezed out. As a mom of three kids, I...
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Celebrating Dia De Los Muertos: The Importance of Tradition
In recent years, fall has become so much more than pumpkin patches and apple picking for our family. I mean, we do that too.
On...
