Empowered with Immigrant Parents

About Empowered with Immigrant Parents

Are you juggling the weight of caring for your immigrant parents while also living out your dreams? Are you finding yourself stuck in negative self-talk, guilt, fear, burnout, or resentment? If so, you're not alone. I get it. I've been there. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to choose between your goals, ambitions, and caring for your loved ones. This podcast is your guide to empower yourself to thrive in both worlds - so that you can take care of yourself AND your loved ones in ways that work for you. The pressure to be the best version of yourself, to give your family everything they need, and to chase your own dreams… it’s real. But you don’t have to do it alone. I’m Allison Ly (https://www.heyallisonly.com/)— a fellow adult child of immigrant parents here as your coach and host. I have a background in mental health therapy and have worked with adults with immigrant parents, or individuals with immigrant backgrounds for 10+ years. In this podcast, I’m going to give you practical tips, relatable stories, and the tools to navigate the unique challenges of being an adult with immigrant parents. You’ll learn how to show up for yourself, your career, and your relationships in ways that feel authentic, without feeling like you’re losing yourself in the process. Let's leave the negative self-talk, self-doubt, and self-sacrifice patterns behind so that you can start to unlock your fullest potential. If you’re ready to feel even more empowered, and confident, and show up as the best version of yourself - while still giving back to those you love hit subscribe to start to unlock your fullest potential. Check out my website: www.heyallisonly.com

Publisher

Allison Ly

Category

education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Feb 2025

Latest episode

23 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Struggling to say "No"? Start Here

   Ep 27: 3 Free Scripts to Say "No" Now (Without the Guilt)You can say more of what you want -use this to help.Do you ever struggle with telling people what you're thinking or what you're needing? Maybe there are times when you may not even know what you're feeling? If you grew up with immigrant parents, you probably know what I'm talking about. Some of the factors that play a role are: family dynamics, what’s talked about (e.g. not emotions), cultural expectations, the hierarchy, the language barriers….and MORE. That can make it hard to have a space where you get to practice saying what you want, or even thinking about what it is you want, or need.But you know what?You actually DO know what you want. It's just a matter of giving yourself that space, deal with that discomfort of actually finding out what you want, and need.In this episode, I share what I've noticed in the community of adults with immigrant parents and why I created this free resource you can use today. These are plug and play scripts you can start using today to START to buy yourself more time to think MORE about what it is you want. And it’s free. You can grab the three free scripts at https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/sc..._____More From Allison Ly - Free Resources:Stop Spiraling in Guilt Cheatsheet For Setting Boundaries: https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/ch... 3 Easy Ways to Tackle Your Negative Self Talk: https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/start Get my weekly emails for actionable tips, tools, relatable stories for Adults with Immigrant Parents: https://heyallisonly.com/email----Episode Timeline:0:21 — Do You Struggle to Share What You're Thinking?1:33 — What Growing Up Chinese Vietnamese Taught Me About Speaking Up6:42 — Three Free Scripts to Start Saying No (Without the Guilt)9:22 — The Story About My Four-Year-Old That Honestly Impressed Me10:41 — Why You Always Want to Start With Baby StepsShow notes and more at: https://heyallisonly.com/podcast/27Follow and subscribe for more: ▶️ YouTube: @heyallisonly📸 Instagram: @heyallisonly🎵 TikTok: @heyallisonly

2. 

   12 Aug 2026

   Pregnancy, Fear & Speaking Up: What a Doula Wants You to Know

   Ep. 26: Why Speaking Up During Pregnancy Can Feel So Hard - Especially for Millennial Moms W/ Immigrant Parents featuring Hehe Stewart, Evidence Based Doula, Childbirth Educator, AdvocateLike this conversation? Join my exclusive email community for adults with immigrant parents to get more tips, tools, and stories like this: https://heyallisonly.com/emailThe Pregnancy Advice Every Mom Needs to Hear From a DoulaWhat happens when you’re pregnant, but the way you were raised taught you to trust authority, listen to the doctor, and not ask too many questions? Or you simply aren't sure how to navigate the health system in this way?For adults with immigrant parents, navigating pregnancy and the healthcare system can bring up so much more than just questions about birth. It can bring up questions on how to manage fear, guilt, language barriers, cultural expectations and dynamics. And also just in general, how to do the “right” thing.I’m joined by HeHe Stewart, childbirth educator, doula, advocate, and founder of The Birth Lounge, to talk about what it can actually look like to feel empowered during pregnancy and birth, especially when advocating for yourself doesn’t always come naturally, or wasn’t always welcomed.We talk about the things you may not realize you’re allowed to ask for, how to navigate a healthcare system, what to do when you’re getting pushback, and how your partner, family, or support system can actually help you feel more confident instead of more overwhelmed.We also talk about something I think applies far beyond pregnancy:What happens when fear makes you look outside of yourself for the “right” answer?Because sometimes, you don’t need more confidence first. You need more information.And once you have that information, you may find that you’re much more capable of making decisions, asking questions, and trusting yourself than you thought.If you’re pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, or simply someone who has struggled with speaking up, or asking for more from people you see as authority figures (or people in general!), there’s so much in this conversation for you.Listen to the full episode and let me know what resonates with you.Featured Guest:Hehe Stewart, M.S | Evidence Based Doula, Childbirth Educator, AdvocateWebsite: thebirthlounge.comEmail: tranquilitybyhehe@gmail.comAll platforms: @tranquilitybyhehePodcast: The Birth Lounge Podcast by Hehe StewartMore about Hehe Stewart:HeHe Stewart is a childbirth educator, doula, and fierce advocate for informed, autonomous birth. As the founder of Tranquility by HeHe and creator of The Birth Lounge, she has spent over a decade helping families prepare for birth and postpartum with evidence-based education and real-world advocacy tools. Known for her no-nonsense, empowering approach, HeHe teaches parents how to confidently navigate the maternity system, reduce unnecessary interventions, and stay in control of their experience. She’s also the host of The Birth Lounge Podcast, where she brings honest conversations and expert insights to support more confident, supported families.More From Allison Ly - Free Resources:3 Free Easy-to-Use Scripts to Stop Saying 'Yes' Without Spiraling in Guilt https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/scriptStop Spiraling in Guilt Cheatsheet For Setting Boundaries: https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/cheatsheet Get my weekly emails for actionable tips, tools, relatable stories for Adults with Immigrant Parents: https://heyallisonly.com/emailEpisode Timeline:1:42 - Explaining Your Job to Your Parents2:10 - Why I Joined The Birth Lounge6:48 - How Hehe Became a Doula10:38 - Public knowledge vs Hospital Policy14:33 - Why Our Medical System is Broken23:00 - The Support System Pregnant Women Actually Need30:26 - Advice for Male Partners40:26 - Every Pregnant Woman Should Know This45:06 - Hehe’s Favorite Tip Around FearShow notes and more at: https://heyallisonly.com/podcast/26

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   14 Jul 2026

   25. 4 Ways to Move Forward Beyond Guilt and Expectations w/ Dana Malstaff from BossMom

   Ep 25: Breaking Second Generation Cultural ExpectationsMove Forward Using These 4 Steps to Keep Cultural Factors in MindFeatured On This Episode:Dana Malstaff, Chief Visionary, Founder of BossMomWebsite: https://bossmom.com/ Instagram: @danamalstaffBossMom Podcast: https://bossmom.com/podcast/ Dana Malstaff is the founder of BossMom, a brand and app on a mission to change the landscape of motherhood. Because moms aren't going to build new things, create wealth, or model what's possible for their kids inside a system that wasn't built for their lives... they need support, space, and a different way of doing things. That's what BossMom is for. Dana is an author, speaker, podcaster, and the creator of Nurture to Convert marketing, and she's spent over a decade helping moms build businesses that actually fit the lives they're living.If you've ever felt stuck between taking care of your family and building the life you wantIf you've ever wondered whether you're being a "bad daughter" for choosing yourselfOr if you've struggled with guilt every time you try to do something differentThis conversation is for you.I joined Dana Malstaff, founder of BossMom, to talk about what it's really like growing up with immigrant parents as a second generation adult. We talk about why so many adults with immigrant parents feel responsible for everyone else, and what actually helps you move toward the life and relationships you want.We talk about the thoughts that quietly keep us stuck, why boundaries feel so uncomfortable, and how you can start making changes without feeling like you're abandoning the people you love.If you're trying to build a career, start a business, become a better parent, or simply feel more at peace in your relationships, I think you'll see yourself in this conversation.Stay until the end to get the 4 key things you can start doing today to comfortably start doing more of what you truly desire. ✨ If this episode resonates with you, subscribe for more conversations on navigating life as a millennial mom with immigrant parents.Also check out the BossMom Podcast here: https://bossmom.com/podcast/ ___More from Allison Ly | Free Resources:Get On My Priority List For Millennial Moms with Immigrant ParentsHow to create more calm, peaceful and dare I say FUN moments with your parents through your GRIEF➡️ https://www.heyallisonly.com/coachingStop Spiraling in Guilt Cheatsheet For Setting Boundaries: ➡️ https://www.heyallisonly.com/cheatsheet Get my weekly emails for actionable tips, tools, relatable stories for Adults with Immigrant Parents: ➡️ https://heyallisonly.com/email 3 Easy Ways to Tackle Your Negative Self Talk: ➡️https://heyallisonly.myflodesk.com/start Free Resource Library:➡️ https://www.heyallisonly.com/library ___Episode Timeline: 0:19 — Welcome to Empowered with Immigrant Parents1:01 — How this conversation came to be4:08 — Meet Dana Malstaff & Allison Ly7:11 — Helping adults with immigrant parents15:55 — Mindset shifts that matter22:10 — When guilt leads to burnout29:34 — Creating the relationships you want37:43 — Four Key Takeaways To Move Forward ___Show notes and more at: https://heyallisonly.com/podcast/25Follow and subscribe for more: ▶️ YouTube: @heyallisonly📸 Instagram: @heyallisonly🎵 TikTok: @heyallisonly

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Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100

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