<p><strong>What does it mean to raise a family while also serving your country?</strong></p><p>In this episode of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theunaparent/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>The Unaparent</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/katia.lindor/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Katia</strong></a> sits down with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/senrubengallego/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Senator Ruben Gallego</strong></a><strong> </strong>and his wife, Sydney Gallego, for a conversation that goes far beyond politics. They talk candidly about the realities of parenting three young children while navigating the demands of public life.</p><p>From breaking cycles of fatherhood to confronting the maternal health crisis, Senator Gallego shares how personal experiences have informed his legislative priorities—including the Dads Matter Act and postpartum Medicaid expansion. Sydney brings her own insights as a maternal health advocate and mother navigating the emotional terrain of postpartum identity and civic engagement.</p><p>In a country where gun violence is rampant, childcare is out of reach for many, and parental support remains a luxury instead of a given, this episode serves as a welcome reminder that some elected officials are fighting to change that. It’s a reflection of how public service, at its best, begins at home. Because sometimes, being a good parent is one of the most radical and impactful forms of leadership.</p><p>🌸 Topics covered:</p><ul><li>Fatherhood, masculinity &amp; breaking generational cycles</li><li>Maternal health &amp; postpartum policy in America</li><li>Raising kids in an era of gun violence</li><li>Navigating political life as a family</li><li>What gives them hope and what they’re fighting for</li></ul><p>🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.</p><p>Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theunaparent/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/discover/katia-lindor" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a>. <a href="http://youtube.com/@theunaparent?sub_confirmation=1" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel</a> for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/theunaparent/?hl=en" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠</a> is a <a href="https://www.studiodamadesign.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠Studio Dama⁠</a> production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]</a> or send a DM to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/studio.dama.design/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠@studio.dama.design⁠</a></p><p>SHOW NOTES:</p><p>00:00 – Introduction &amp; Guest Bios</p><p>02:45 – Unapparent Truths of Parenting</p><p>05:20 – How Their Upbringings Shaped Their Parenting Values</p><p>08:35 – Early Parenting Fears &amp; Breaking Generational Cycles</p><p>12:05 – Legislation Inspired by Lived Experience (Postpartum, Dads Matter Act)</p><p>14:40 – What the U.S. Gets Wrong About Postpartum Care</p><p>17:30 – The Economic Reality of Raising Children</p><p>19:00 – Parenting as Civic Duty &amp; Government Support</p><p>21:10 – Gun Violence &amp; Sending Kids to School in Fear</p><p>26:50 – Raising Kids in the Public Eye</p><p>30:00 – Modeling Presence &amp; Prioritizing Family</p><p>33:00 – Navigating Campaigns, Sacrifice, and Support at Home</p><p>34:50 – What Gives Them Hope as Parents</p><p>38:00 – Final Reflections &amp; Advocacy Plugs (March of Dimes, Children’s Museum of Phoenix)</p>