Ashley Arinez

Feb 25, 2025 | latinamomcollective.com | Ashley Arinez

As a Latina mom of four, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when our children see themselves reflected in the stories they read. Their eyes light up when characters share their brown skin, dark hair, or even speak the same mix of English and Spanish we use at home. It’s more than just seeing themselves—it’s feeling seen. Growing up, it wasn’t always easy to find books that reflected my culture and experiences.

Jan 9, 2025 | atlantamom.com | Ashley Arinez

With winter weather teasing us with prospects of snow and the dread of ice here in the Atlanta metro area, Atlanta Mom wants to share some tips for staying safe and having fun as snow clouds appear on our weather apps. Prepare Your Vehicle and DrivewayBe sure to have a supply of Ice Melt ready to put out on your driveway before you attempt to drive. Kitty litter and sand are okay backups for putting behind your tires in your garage is a great tip too.

Mar 7, 2024 | momcollective.com | Ashley Arinez

My first love was reading. I remember the very first book I fell in love with was “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom” in my kindergarten teacher’s classroom on her big round circle time rug. Over the years, my love for reading grew into a love for writing and the rest is history. When I finally became a mom, I knew that I wanted to instill the value of reading in my daughters.

Dec 7, 2023 | atlantamom.com | Ashley Arinez

This will be our final Christmas where we experience a “baby’s first Christmas.” My heart aches a little as I say that. The first Christmas is always so magical. You take the adorable photos and fill their little stocking. You show them off on your Christmas cards and dress them in their Christmas best. You are the Christmas magic maker, but sometimes that can feel like a lot. As a semi-veteran in my seventh Christmas season, I am still learning how to balance the holidays.

Oct 5, 2023 | atlantamom.com | Ashley Arinez

Do you ever have conversations that replay in your mind? There’s one conversation from 2021 that I still think about – especially this time of year, as October marks Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness month. I was just beginning my monthly facial when my esthetician and I started talking about children. As we compared ages and favorite moments, the conversation shifted to babies. She mentioned that her daughter was ready to be a sister and almost had the chance the previous year.