This scoping review examines the experiences of migrant mothers from Latin America, highlighting psychosocial and vulnerability factors affecting their well-being in migration contexts. Focusing on south-to-south migration and the gendered experiences of caregiving women, it addresses a significant gap in the literature. Findings reveal unique challenges such as acculturation stress, economic hardships, limited social support, and mental health issues exacerbated by marginalization due to caregiving roles. Practice implications for social work and policy include culturally competent interventions and the design of supportive policies tailored to migrant mothers’ needs.
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