You've never heard of La Llorona, have you?
I know, I know: La Llorona isn't Baba Yaga. No, not at all.

It's just that the two old ladies are sort of parallel
between Russian culture and Latino culture.

And yes,
both of them are part and parcel of
the cautionary messages in
entertainment from elders to small children.

If you don't believe me about La Llorona,
ask a Latina/Latino who grew up with a traditional abuelita.