Sonia Smith Kang is an amazing resource for parents raising multicultural children. Her company, Mixed-UpClothing, was founded ten years ago with the purpose of highlighting the beauty of cultures and to teach all children and families about the multicultural and multiracial world we all live in.
Mixed- Up clothing, now available at Macy’s includes play clothes for ages 0-12. The company is looking to expand to other major retailers soon. “My dream is for families from any culture to have access to our clothes-line and that by purchasing parents can be more aware and educated about different cultures and by wearing it children can learn to embrace and respect others and to be inclusive.”
I invite you to watch our IGTV!
A multicultural, multiracial trained nurse turned entrepreneur and mom to four kids, Sonia understands the mental health struggles that a mother goes through trying to balance work, home life, languages, and cultures. In her case, American, Latino and Korean!
Here are Sonia’s tips for mom’s mental health:
- Lean-in to your feelings – accept, don’t hide.
- Be friends with your anxiety, sadness, and guilt – face them head-on!
- Listen to your body and get support if needed
- Let your children in –share how you feel according to the child’s maturity level. Being open teaches them to validate feelings and problem-solve.
- Ask for the help- carpooling, cooking, chores, etc.
- Breath
Don’t forget to follow Sonia and to go clothes shopping! Follow her on Instagram @MixedUpClothing for more.
Thank you, Sonia!
