Imagine telling your strict Mexican parents you’re pregnant… at 41. Yeah, my mom got ‘el ojo cuadrado,’ my dad was like, ‘No manches, ¿en serio?’ and of course, the classic: ¿Y por qué tardaste tanto?

After years of waiting, this pregnancy feels like a miracle, but breaking the news? That was its own adventure. I wasn’t sure how they’d react, but I have to say, it was definitely something that I’ll never forget. If you’ve ever had to share big news with your family, you know how nerve-wracking it can be. And girl, let me tell you, it was… an experience. So, let’s dive in.

My Fears

If you guys are new around here, let me give you some context. I’m 41, married to my amazing husband, and we’ve been trying to have a baby for three years. Three. Long. Years. It wasn’t easy, and honestly, there were times I thought it might not happen for us. But here we are. Oh, and fun fact—I didn’t even know I was pregnant during my wedding in November. Can you believe that? I was literally walking down the aisle, completely unaware. Life works in mysterious ways, huh?

But here’s the thing. Even though I was over the moon, I was also terrified. Terrified of miscarriage, terrified of what people would think, and honestly… terrified to tell my parents. In Mexican culture, we don’t really talk about sex. Like, ever! So, telling them I was pregnant also meant, you know… indirectly telling them I have sex. Awkward, right?

My Expectations

Okay, so let’s talk about how I thought my parents would react versus how they actually reacted. Because, let me tell you, I had this whole scenario playing out in my head for weeks. With my mom, I expected her to be emotional—like, full-on tears, maybe even a little dramatic. I mean, she’s my mom, and she’s been dropping very subtle hints about wanting grandkids for years. You know how Mexican moms are—they don’t ask directly, but they’ll say things like, ‘When I was your age, I already had three kids!’ So, I thought she’d be over the moon, but I also worried she’d freak out a little because, well, I’m 41. I wasn’t sure if she’d be concerned about my age or the risks or just the fact that her ‘baby’ is having a baby.

Now, my dad? I was terrified of how he’d react. In my mind, I pictured him just sitting there, stone-faced, not saying a word. Maybe a nod, if I was lucky. You know how dads can be—especially Mexican dads. They’re not exactly the most expressive when it comes to emotions. And let’s be real, I was about to indirectly announce to him that I have sex. Yeah, not exactly a conversation I was looking forward to.

It’s funny, isn’t it? We build up these scenarios in our heads, but life always has a way of surprising us. And honestly? Their reactions were so much better than anything I could’ve imagined.

Sharing the News

So, my husband and I decided to make the announcement on Christmas Eve—Noche Buena. It’s a huge deal in my family. Everyone’s together, eating tamales, opening gifts, and just enjoying each other’s company. We gathered the family around the Christmas tree for a family photo. What they didn’t know is that I was filming. Here’s where it gets funny. I made the announcement in front of the whole family… in English. And my parents? They didn’t understand at first. They were just sitting there, staring at me like, ‘What is she saying?’ I had to repeat it in Spanish, and then… oh my gosh, the reactions. My mom started crying, my dad just stood there in shock, and my sister and nieces were screaming. It was chaos. Beautiful, emotional chaos.”

Honestly, it was one of the best moments of my life. I was so scared of losing the baby, and I felt like I was carrying this huge secret for weeks. But now that we’re past that, I can finally breathe and enjoy this journey. I am so blessed that my first trimester was a breeze. I had always heard that the first trimester was horrible, with constant morning sickness and weird cravings. And spoiler alert: my next video is going to be all about the lies I was told about the first trimester. Trust me, you don’t want to miss that one.

My Perspective Now

When my parents finally believed the news, their reaction brought tears to my eyes. It was as if everything I had accomplished before getting pregnant suddenly didn’t matter. This was what they had wanted for me for so long. For years, my focus had been on growing my business, and having a baby wasn’t part of my immediate plans—until a couple of years ago.

When I finally decided I was ready to become a mom, I couldn’t shake the fear that it might not happen. It felt like I had sacrificed the chance to be a mother in pursuit of being a successful businesswoman. But I was wrong. Now, everything feels so right.

Looking back, I’ve traveled the world, achieved so many of my goals, and built a life I’m proud of. I truly believe this is the perfect time to step into motherhood. I still have dreams to chase, like writing a book about my journey as a first-generation pioneer in the social media influencer space. But now, the baby feels like a new source of fuel—a fresh purpose that will inspire me to keep going.

Becoming a mom doesn’t mean putting my ambitions on hold. Instead, it feels like the beginning of an exciting new chapter, one where I get to balance my passions with the joy of raising a child. And honestly, I couldn’t be more ready.

Here’s what I want you to take away from all of this: age truly doesn’t matter. Whether you’re 25, 35, or 41 like me, your journey is uniquely yours. Society loves to put timelines on everything—when you should get married, when you should have kids, when you should ‘have it all figured out.’ But here’s the truth: life doesn’t follow a script. Don’t let anyone tell you it’s too late or that you’re too old to chase your dreams, whether that’s starting a family, changing careers, or anything else. If it’s meant to happen, it will happen, in its own time and in its own way. And when it does? It’s going to be beautiful, because it’s yours. So, trust the process, trust yourself, and don’t let anyone dim your light.

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WITH LOVE,