The Conscious Indian Mama

This episode is a little different.Instead of goals and resolutions, I’m starting this year with reflection. Motherhood has changed how I see growth it’s no longer about doing more, but being more present, patient, and gentle.In this episode, I share what I’m consciously working on in 2026 as a parent and as a person from managing triggers and slowing reactions to letting go of perfection and not rushing childhood.

In this episode, I’m sharing a small moment with Kiaan that led to a big realisation about the everyday language we use with our children.

A recent discussion I had with Ankita during the podcast really stayed with me and it made me look closely at how tiny shifts in the way we speak can create noticeable changes in how our children respond.

How do you do it all?That’s one of the most common questions I get being a mom, a content creator, a podcaster, a wife, a daughter… and still staying sane.In this episode of The Conscious Indian Mama Podcast, I’m sharing the honest, unfiltered truth, I don’t do it all. At least not perfectly.

In this episode of the Conscious Indian Mama Pod, I’m opening up about one of the hardest transitions we’ve faced as a family, my emergency surgery and suddenly being away from Kian for the first time in his life.No warning. No preparation. Just three days of separation and a week of limited time together!But what surprised me was how well he coped!!

In today’s episode, I’m talking about something every parent has battled - mealtime meltdowns.

If your toddler refuses lunch, demands snacks, cries, argues, or says “NO” to everything you serve… trust me, you’re not alone.

When my son Kian turned 2, I was doing everything right, baby-led weaning, positive food exposure, validating feelings and STILL every day started with:

“Mamma, snack chahiye!”

That’s when I realised something important: Toddlers don’t resist food. They resist the pressure and the loss of control.

Parenting is hard, but parenting consciously in a joint family is a different level of emotional work. In this episode, I’m sharing the real, unfiltered truth of what it looks like to raise a child with intention in a home full of generational habits, opinions, and “in our time…” stories
This episode is for every parent who feels misunderstood but is still choosing to break cycles.
If you’re a mom who’s ever felt lost, overwhelmed, judged or alone this space is for you.

When I became a mom, I realised there’s no real manual for Indian parenting. Instagram said somethin, grandparents said something different, and I was stuck in the middle confused and overwhelmed.So I started sharing my journey exactly as it was: raw, real, unfiltered.What began as “content” slowly became a community where moms felt seen, heard, and understood.This episode is about that shift how sharing turned into healing, and how social media became therapy instead of something superficial.

Chapters:00:39 – Introduction00:40 – Why I Started Sharing My Journey Online03:23 – How Sharing My Journey Changed Everything04:02 – From ‘Content’ to Building a Real Community05:22 – Is Social Media Superficial… or Is It Therapy?06:03 – Closing Thoughts

In this heartfelt yet eye-opening episode, we sit down with Tanya Mehra, a child nutritionist, creator, and powerhouse single mom who’s redefining what it means to balance motherhood, career, and love. From navigating societal judgments to building financial independence through content creation, Tanya opens up about it all.
If you’re a parent, creator, or someone looking for inspiration this one’s for you.

Every mom just wants to do what’s best for her child, but what if some age-old traditions are silently doing more harm than good?

In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Madhavi, famously known as Bacchon ki Doctor, a Paediatrician & Allergist, gently debunks baby care myths we’ve all heard from our elders like ghutti, malish, kajal, nazariya, and more.

This is not just a medical conversation, it’s reassurance, clarity, and comfort for every parent trying their best.
Listen till the end for Dr. Madhavi’s myth-busting rapid fire and her heartfelt message to all moms.

From the very first bite to building a lifelong healthy relationship with food, this episode has everything parents need to know! 💛
Join us as we sit down with Sonali Sarkar, a certified child nutritionist, to decode every parent’s biggest worry: “Is my child eating right?”
Sonali opens up about her own motherhood journey, whether your child is starting solids, turning into a picky eater, or if you just want to create a positive mealtime environment!
This conversation will leave you informed and inspired.