Valenzuela’s background is multifaceted; she identifies primarily as an artist who has also pursued singing. She has studied psychology and sexuality courses, which inform her approach to her work. Her candid discussion of her first sexual experience, which she described as rape, and how that trauma shaped her perspective, adds a deeply personal layer to her professional narrative.

: Offering support and resources for individuals navigating pregnancy and sexuality can be incredibly valuable. This might include links to professional services, support groups, and hotlines.

The traditional romance arc focused almost exclusively on the chase. The story ended the moment the couple finally united. While satisfying, this structure left a narrative void regarding what happens next.

Perhaps the most significant and welcome evolution in romantic storytelling is the broadening definition of who gets to experience love on screen. For too long, romantic storylines were monolithic, primarily featuring heterosexual, cisgender, able-bodied, and neurotypical characters.