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The Grandma Effect | with Naomi Castillo on What It Meant to Be Raised by Her Grandmother

The Grandma Effect | with Naomi Castillo on What It Meant to Be Raised by Her Grandmother

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In this episode of Speak Up, Naomi Castillo tells her powerful story of being raised by her grandmother after her parents separated and struggled with instability. She shares memories of visits to her mother in jail, summers living with relatives, and the sacrifices her grandmother made to keep her safe.

Naomi also describes reconnecting with her paternal grandparents and father, setting boundaries with her mother, and how her grandmother’s steady love shaped her into the person she is today. A heartfelt tribute to grandparents raising grandchildren and the resilience that comes from chosen family.

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