<p>Join Laura as she shares updates about her career, and family and shares some of her struggles as a working mom and also some tips that she has found useful along the way! This episode is intended to encourage you and help you feel seen and heard. </p> <p>Are you a working mom? What other struggles would you like to add?</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with Laura over on Instagram @pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p><br></p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Acompaña a Laura en este episodio completamente en Español, en el cual habla sobre algunas de las dificultades que vive como Mama e Ingeniera y algunos de sus consejos para ti! </p> <p>Eres una mami trabajadora? Conectate con Laura!</p> <p>Ahora puedes dejar comentarios o notas de voz por la aplicacion de Spotify o por mensaje directo en Instagram @pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p><br></p> <p>Gracias por escuchar!</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Laura returns to the podcast and is excited to celebrate 4 years of sharing her life and thoughts with you!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Listen to find out the topics that will be covered in this new season and a re-introduction to the essence of this podcast and how it can be helpful for you. </p> <p>-Motherhood</p> <p>-STEM/career</p> <p>-Entrepreneurship</p> <p>-Creativity</p> <p>-Mindset</p> <p>Connect with Laura over on Instagram @pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Listen to check in with Laura as she comes back to the podcast after 6 weeks postpartum.&nbsp;</p> <p>New baby, new perspectives, and new announcements.&nbsp;</p> <p>Connect with Laura over on Instagram @pongaselaspilaspodcast.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Pilosas,</p> <p>Asking for help is not always easy but that doesn't mean we should feel ashamed to ask for it when we need it. Join Laura as she describes her journey relating to asking for help and how she has overcome the limiting beliefs and negative thoughts around asking for help.</p> <p>As always, connect with Laura on IG @pongaselaspilaspodcast and share with a friend to spread motivation!!</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Pilosa, do you have a blog? Have you been wanting to start a blog? In this episode, Laura dives into the five lessons she has learned through her blogging journey and how they can be applied to starting a new project, job, or career. Join Laura as she spills motivation to keep pushing past mindset issues and prepare you to achieve your goals.</p> <p>Make sure to connect with Laura on IG @pongaselaspilaspodcast and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and add a review on Apple podcasts! &nbsp;Leave her a note at pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com and let her know what other topics you want to hear on the podcast.</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

Pilosa, are you scared of failing? What is a failure for you? We all experience feelings of failure throughout our lives and most times they block us, they cause a certain pressure in our lives that just doesn't feel right. Join Laura as she spills motivation to keep pushing past mindset issues and prepare you to live a happier life. Make sure to connect with Laura on IG @pongaselaspilaspodcast and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast!  Leave her a note at pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com and let her know what other topics you want to hear about on the podcast. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

Listen to the very first interview on Pongase la Pilas and get motivated to follow your dreams! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

Are you familiar with limiting beliefs or "creencias limitantes"? Have you identified having any limiting beliefs? In this episode, I dive into what they are, I share some of my own limiting beliefs and teach you ways to overcome them so you can be one step closer to reaching your dreams!  As always you can connect with me on IG @pongaselaspilaspodcast, DM me and let’s start a conversation! Thanks for Listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>I am so excited to bring you all my very first video podcast!! It is something I would love to do more of, so let me know what you think of video podcasts?!</p> <p>By the time you hear/watch this episode, I will hopefully already have given birth or be at the hospital in the process!</p> <p>Let me know if you are enjoying these motherhood type of episodes and if there are any specific motherhood topics that you would like me to cover!</p> <p>Let's connect on www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Pilosas, if any of are expecting a baby or have been invited to a baby shower, here are my favorite 20 baby products that I will be using again with Baby #2, to help you get a practical and awesome gift!</p> <ol> <li>Nose Frida for mucus control</li> <li>Brestfriend for holding baby during breastfeeding sessions, i even bought the inflatable one for travel</li> <li>Coconut oil for sore nipples</li> <li>Nursing pads to prevent thrush</li> <li>Willow wireless pump</li> <li>Sound machine, simple one has worked for us, but we recently started using the hatch bc of the light function so Leilani knows when it is time to wake up and if she sees it red it is still time to be in bed</li> <li>Black out curtain, travel one has been amazing</li> <li>Nanit baby camera</li> <li>Wyze baby camera for travel</li> <li>Cloth diapers, we used prefolds and covers from Thirsties, rumparooz, flip, with snaps not velcro and we loved them (might do a separate episode on cloth diapers)</li> <li>Carrier this was helpful, but this time around I actually bought a wrap for right away until baby is 1 and a separate carrier that my toddler can use in case she wants me to also carry her like she will see me carry baby</li> <li>Bibs that are lined and don’t get baby wet</li> <li>Activity center from skiphop that has grown with our daughter, she began using it as a bouncer, then she would use it to learn to stand and now it’s her activity table, it was my nephews but he barely used it so it was pretty new when we got it</li> <li>Travel stroller</li> <li>Burley Trailer for our bikes</li> <li>Love to dream swaddle</li> <li>Nugget sofa</li> <li>Travel car seat</li> <li>Comotomo bottles</li> <li>A tent type play pen, the california beach co, was amazing</li> </ol> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> <p>Let's connect at www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>In this episode, I talk about community over competition, which lately I feel is a term that is used a lot, and believe me I am all for it, but it has been hard to get to a point where I genuinely feel it for other women and vice versa. Join me to listen to some of the real-life stories that I have lived through regarding this feeling of competition and what I have learned along the way.&nbsp;</p> <p>I hope you consider these ways in which you can truly feel the community aspect of the women you interact with and can stop feeling like any woman is your competition. It feels so much better to lift each other up and help each other along the way, especially when there are so many outside forces that want to make it harder for us to grow. Stay motivated y como siempre a ponerse las pilas!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Let's connect on Instagram: www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>As a woman in a STEM career, there are many challenges that we face and even more when we are part of a male-dominated industry, however, there are ways to embrace those challenges and make the best of your career!</p> <p>In this episode, I will be sharing some tips about going to the field as a woman almost 9 months pregnant!&nbsp;</p> <p>These tips will work even if you are not pregnant but I added the specific details while pregnant to help you see that it is possible to continue with your career even if you want to have kids!</p> <p>SUMMARY:&nbsp;</p> <p>1. Ponte las pilas and Prepare beforehand</p> <p>2. Set clear expectations for yourself and those with you</p> <p>3. Enjoy the moment and the tiny miracles!!</p> <p><br></p> <p>LINKS AND RESOURCES</p> <p>- Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p><br></p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Quick question for all of you pilosas:</p> <ul> <li>Do you check work email outside of office hours?</li> <li>Do you make yourself available 24/7—to solve any problem that might arise?</li> <li>Will you pick up work outside of your job description at a moment’s notice?</li> </ul> <p>I am sure you have done at least one of those things throughout your career, I know I have, but I have learned from those mistakes and it is time for you to reassess if you are still doing any of those things before your burnout!!</p> <p>Listen to this episode to learn the 3 ways that I have used to set healthy boundaries at work and how you can do the same as well!</p> <p>Let's connect on Instagram @pongaselaspilaspodcat</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>If you are looking for a new job or even an internship then this is the episode for you!!</p> <p>In this short and sweet episode, Laura shares her perspective on the #1 thing that you should have when applying for a new job! After some experience looking at other people's resumes, conducting interviews, and making hiring decisions, Laura wants to share her key takeaway so you can benefit from this insider knowledge and land your next job!</p> <p>Make sure to send in any questions you have for Laura at pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com</p> <p>Connect on instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>In today's episode, Laura talks about ways to increase your self-confidence and debunks the myth that we are either born with or without confidence!</p> <p>Take notes during this episode so you can work on increasing your self-confidence and feel ready for whatever situation you are facing.&nbsp;</p> <p>The 4 Simple steps covered are:</p> <p>1. Write down your own story</p> <p>2. Make a list of your accomplishments and hype yourself up</p> <p>3. Teach others what you know</p> <p>4. Be kind to yourself and speak kindly to yourself!</p> <p>Listen to learn more about how each of these steps will help boost your self-confidence!</p> <p>Connect with Laura on Instagram at www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Email her at pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com</p> <p>Thanks for listening Pilosa!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>You go to school and work towards your career goals, and give it your all, and as the years go by you realize that you have let your career define who you are because you can't fathom leaving your career or changing it!!&nbsp;</p> <p>If this sounds at all familiar to you, or you are intrigued by it, then listen to this week's episode that will help you reflect on why you are letting your career define you and how to stop it. Listen to Laura's personal story regarding this topic to grab inspiration and motivation for your own life!&nbsp;</p> <p>Connect with Laura on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Please subscribe, rate and review so other professional Latinas can find and benefit from this podcast!</p> <p>A Ponerse las Pilas!</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Happy Tuesday!!</p> <p>Listen to Laura's lessons learned from potty training her daughter. These lessons can transcend to so much more than just potty training!</p> <p>Connect with Laura at www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Join Laura as she interviews Rebecca Contreras about infusing vision in our everyday lives.&nbsp;</p> <p>Rebecca lives in the Austin Texas area, she owns her own company and nonprofit (the company is www.avantgarde4usa.com; nonprofit is www.launchpadthecenter.org). She has two adult kids and 2 grandchildren; she also recently launched a book, Lost Girl (www.rebeccacontreras.com)</p> <p><br></p> <p>Rebecca shares:</p> <p>- how the birth of her daughter as a teenage mom was a catalyst to turn her life around</p> <p>- Challenges of growing up as a Latina</p> <p>- Motivation to invest in yourself and never give up!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with Rebecca:</p> <p>Buy her book, Lost Girl on www.rebecccacontreras.com</p> <p>On social media on both Instagram and FB @rebeccaaanncontreras (make sure you use the ann in the middle name )</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with Laura:</p> <p>@pongaselaspilaspodcast on Instagram and FB</p> <p><br></p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>In this week's episode of Pongase las Pilas podcast, Laura welcomes the new year by sharing some of her experiences from her last trip to Colombia, seeing her family, and saying goodbye to someone very special. Laura also introduces a new idea she has and asks for your feedback on it, so make sure to email her at pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com to let your voice be heard.&nbsp;</p> <p>Happy International Women's Day Pilosas!!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with Laura on Instagram: instagram.com/pongaelaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Email her at: pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Join Laura as she recounts a summary of how Pongase las Pila podcast began 3 years ago and what led to the idea behind creating a podcast in the first place!</p> <p>Connect with Laura on Instagram at www.instagram.com/pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> <p>Leave a review for the podcast to help reach more Pilosas</p> <p>Send a note to Laura at pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>In this episode, Laura brings an episode full of motivation to help you take more risks and ultimately achieve those dreams and goals that you want! Listen to learn ways that will help you get rid of self-doubt and help shift your mindset.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>As always connect with Laura on IG @pongaselaspilaspodcast or email her at pongaselaspilas2day@gmail.com</p> <p>Thanks for listening!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>

<p>Hey Pilosas, join Laura as she discusses her internal conflicts around being pregnant in a mostly male-dominated industry and the fears that she had during her first pregnancy in hopes of helping any of you that are thinking of having kids or perhaps are also pregnant.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with her on Instagram @pongaselaspilaspodcast</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pongaselaspilas/support</a>