Being Hmong, I was raised with the value of always helping others. Every weekend there was a celebration of some sort where we attended to help prepare for parties or special occasion. On traditions and with this instilled in me, …
Postpartum Care & Traditions
Postpartum care and traditions for Hmong women have certain rituals following pregnancy. These roles have been practiced for many years. Women learn them from their moms and elder female relatives. Postpartum care a Mom does for herself after she has …
Atypical Asian
Yes, that’s me! The Atypical Asian. At least that’s what I feel. Oh you know, the usual Asians out there; great education, elegant, the model minority. Yeah, that’s not me. I often find myself contemplating and overthinking how come I’m …
Hmong Culture: A Woman’s View
As I was told and taught, as many continue to practice, and some still hold as values…need to stop. We are the change, we are the generation who can change certain beliefs that needs shift. I love my culture and …
An Ode to Independence Day
As I awoke this morning telling myself to not work, as it is the day to remember freedom. Something not everyone thinks about day in and day out. The freedom of love and the safety that is provided by living …
Hmong Funeral: Services
If you ever get invited to a Hmong funeral, here are some things that you may see or hear. Or maybe you just want to know what’s going on. If you go, expect a full house. Even Hmong who attend …