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In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, Rinie speaks with Dr. Chandni Sehgal, (OBGYN & new mom), about the most common skin and hair changes during pregnancy and postpartum — and what really works to care for them.

We cover:

Stretch marks → causes, prevention & treatment after birth

Postpartum hair fall → why it happens & how to reduce it

Hyperpigmentation → dark skin patches during pregnancy & safe remedies

Pregnancy skincare → doctor-approved products vs unsafe ingredients

PREGNANCY SAFE PRODUCTS MENTIONED BY DR CHANDNI

For Stretch Mark Prevention:

1. Body butter with cocoa & shea butter - https://orimiiskincare.com/products/bump-hydrating-whipped-butter

2. Belly massage oil - https://orimiiskincare.com/products/belly-treatment-elixir

For Hair Fall:

1. Hair Growth Serum - https://orimiiskincare.com/products/root-repair-hair-growth-serum

For Hyperpigmentation:

1. Mineral Sunscreen - https://orimiiskincare.com/products/pure-mineral-watery-sunscreen-spf-50

2. Niacinamide Serum - https://orimiiskincare.com/products/skin-toning-niacinamide-serum-fights-pigmentation-dark-spots

3. Vitamin C Serum - https://orimiiskincare.com/products/c-glow-booster-serum

For Anti-Aging:

1. No Retinol Serum - https://orimiiskincare.com/products/no-retinol-facial-renew-serum

📅 MOM BOD SERIES EPISODE GUIDE

Ep 1: 5 Practical Tips to Love Your Mom Bod (Sep 5)

WATCH HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzCRSDU4vsQ

Ep 2: Rebuilding Strength After Birth (Sep 12)

WATCH HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNG3_gceU9E

Ep 3: Skin & Hair After Motherhood (Sep 19)

WATCH HERE ➡️

Ep 4: Postpartum Weight Loss & Fat Loss (Sep 26)

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✨ Tune in every Friday in September as hosts Rinie Gupta and Sanchita Daswani bring you expert insights, relatable stories, and the encouragement you need to feel healthier, fitter, and more beautiful after birth.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to the Mom Bod Series & Episode Theme

03:38 – Meet Dr. Chandni Sehgal (OBGYN & New Mom)

04:42 – What Causes Stretch Marks During Pregnancy?

06:41 – How to Prevent Stretch Marks

09:53 – Stretch Marks in Other Parts of the Body

11:29 – Treating Stretch Marks After Birth

13:08 – Why Do Moms Experience Postpartum Hair Fall?

14:37 – How to Reduce Postpartum Hair Fall

17:47 – Why Women Get Dark Skin Patches During Pregnancy

19:58 – Treatment for Hyperpigmentation During Pregnancy

21:11 – Gynaecologist-Recommended Products for Stretch Marks, Hair Fall & Skincare

22:28 – Why Retinoid-Based Products Should Be Avoided in Pregnancy

23:59 – Unsafe Ingredients to Avoid in Pregnancy Skincare

26:38 – Final Thoughts: Embracing Your Mom Bod

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Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant): https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

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Every mother deserves to feel her best, especially after the incredible journey of childbirth!

In the second episode of our Mom Bod Series ,where we are celebrating our incredible bodies after giving birth and learning about how to get healthier, fitter and even more beautiful, host Sanchita Daswani engages with Ankita Sahni, a Certified Postpartum Coach, who shares invaluable insights into postpartum wellness.

With over 2,500 mothers trained through her program, Ankita emphasizes the importance of core rehabilitation and balanced nutrition tailored for new moms.

Discover practical tips on to how we can strengthen our bodies immediately after giving birth to resolve issues like diastasis recti that gives moms the mommy pooch after birth, urinary incontinence and much more.

They debunk common myths around postpartum diets, and highlight the essential nutrients that can help you thrive during this transformative phase.

This episode is packed with guidance to empower you on your journey to health and wellness!

  Episode Chapters:

03:09 Ankita’s journey into postpartum fitness

05:33 How much weight gain and loss is normal during and post pregnancy?

09:21 What are normal changes we will see in our body post pregnancy?

10:53 When can you start working out post delivery?

12:45 The best workout for moms post delivery

16:15 What is diastasis recti and how to heal from it?

19:59 What is urinary incontinence?

22:33 Is it better to have kids back to back and then focus on weight loss?

24:25 How important is breathwork for recovery?

26:28 What should new moms focus on for nutrition?

28:59 Myths regarding postpartum

30:26 Superfoods for moms

34:39 Do body wraps work?

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Connect With The Hosts

Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant): https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Connect with guest:

https://www.instagram.com/mama.be.fit/

Motherhood transforms our bodies in ways no one fully prepares us for. From the emotional shock of seeing yourself change, to rebuilding strength, to dealing with stretch marks and hair fall, and finally navigating the confusing world of postpartum weight loss — this 4-part Mom Bod Series is here to guide you every step of the way.

We’re cutting through the “bounce back” culture and focusing on what really matters: getting stronger, losing fat the healthy way, healing your body after birth, and feeling confident in your own skin again.

MOM BOD SERIES EPISODE GUIDE

Ep 1: Loving the New You (Sep 5)
The emotional journey of seeing your body change after pregnancy, the pressure to “bounce back,” and how to start loving this new version of yourself.

Ep 2: Rebuilding Strength After Birth (Sep 12)
With Ankita Sahni, founder of Mama Be Fit. We dive into safe postpartum workouts, healing diastasis recti (the “mommy pooch”), reducing urinary incontinence, and simple ways to get stronger right after birth.

WATCH HERE  TO BE RELEASED SOON

Ep 3: Skin & Hair After Motherhood (Sep 19)
With Dr. Chandni Sehgal, OBGYN. From stubborn stretch marks to postpartum hair fall and pigmentation, we answer all your burning questions about skin and hair changes after pregnancy. 

WATCH HERE  TO BE RELEASED SOON

Ep 4: Postpartum Weight Loss & Fat Loss (Sep 26)
How Indian moms can approach fat loss without crash diets, rebuild confidence, and create healthy lifestyle changes that actually last.

WATCH HERE  TO BE RELEASED SOON

Tune in every Friday in September as hosts Rinie Gupta and Sanchita Daswani bring you expert insights, relatable stories, and the encouragement you need to feel healthier, fitter, and more beautiful after birth.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to the Mom Bod Series
02:57 – Struggling to Love and Own Mom Bods
08:07- Why are We So Critical of Our Bodies?
13:37 – Celebrating What Your Body Can Do, Not How It Looks
17:11 – Change the Way You Talk About Your Body (Because Your Kids Are Listening!)
21:53 – Reframing Stretch Marks into Tiger Stripes
27:36 – Why Quick-Fix Diets Fail and Lifestyle Changes Win
33:02 - Seeking Help is Not a Sign of Weakness
34:55 – Therapy for Deeper Healing of Body Image Struggles 

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Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant):  https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/ 

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Are you overwhelmed by the choices for your baby's first meals? Discover the essentials you really need to make the transition to solids smooth and enjoyable!

Join Sanchita Daswani and Rinie Gupta in this insightful episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast as they demystify the world of starting solids for your little ones. From high chairs to cutlery and everything in between, this episode is packed with practical tips and expert advice tailored for mothers who jut need direction on how to filter out all the endless shopping lists when it comes to starting solids.

This episode covers:

The importance of high chairs and how to choose the right one.

Essential feeding tools that encourage self-feeding.

Recommendations for safe and effective feeding products.

Tune in to empower your parenting journey with expert insights on nutrition and feeding!

To get a complete list of the best products to start solid with check out this free shopping guide: https://sanchita-mahtani.mykajabi.com/weaning-shopping-list

📌 Episode Chapters:

02:43 High Chairs: Necessity or Option?

05:08 Choosing the Right High Chair

10:43 Can babies eat on floor chairs?

12:48 Overcoming High Chair

16:31 Best Spoons for Self-Feeding

19:42 Choosing Plates for Babies

23:47 Cups and Water Introduction

27:45 Nibblers: Are They necessary?

29:29 Investing in Blenders for Baby Food

32:02 Bibs: Essential or Optional?

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Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant): https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Are you struggling with sibling rivalry in your home? You’re not alone!

In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, host Sanchita Daswani invites parenting coach Rahela Tayyebi to share her insights on navigating sibling rivalry. Rahela brings a wealth of knowledge from her experience as a mom and a trauma-informed coach.

Join us as we explore practical tips for introducing a new sibling to your child, validating their feelings, and ensuring that each child receives the attention they need. Discover effective strategies to foster connection, calm, and confidence in your parenting journey.

Episode Chapters:

02:59 Rahela’s journey in becoming a parenting coach

05:11 Telling Your Child About a New Sibling

08:47 Supporting Kids to Accept a New Sibling

12:01 Giving Attention to the Elder Child with a newborn

17:18 Addressing Elder Child's Regression

20:06 Managing sibling rivalry

25:39 Handling Sharing Conflicts

32:13 Promoting sibling bonds

34:04 How do we stop comparing our kids

38:08 How to manage time between all kids

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👩‍ Connect With The Hosts

Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant): https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Connect with the guest: https://www.instagram.com/imperfectbusymom/

Motherhood is supposed to be the happiest time of your life — so why do so many new moms feel anxious, angry, or deeply sad?

In this honest conversation, Rinie speaks with Siddhida Kabara, psychologist and maternal mental health expert, about the mental health struggles Indian mothers face after childbirth. From understanding the difference between baby blues, postpartum anxiety, and postpartum depression to recognising the signs partners should never ignore, this episode is a lifeline for mothers who feel overwhelmed but can’t find the words to ask for help.

You’ll also hear Rinie’s own experience with postpartum mental health and mom rage, plus practical strategies — from therapy to alternative coping tools — to start your healing journey.

Book a Session with Siddhida and her team of psychologists here - https://www.dhairyada.com/

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

05:19 – Most Common Mental Health Problems Indian Moms Face

06:58 – Physiological and Social Causes of Baby Blues, PPD, and PPA

14:00 – Difference Between Baby Blues and Postpartum Anxiety/Depression

18:45 – Warning Signs Dads Can Look For to Spot Serious Postpartum Mental Health Issues

20:26 – Rinie’s Struggle with Postpartum Mental Health and Mom Rage

24:24 – How to Get Help for PPD/PPA

26:25 – How Therapy Can Help with PPD/PPA

27:50 – Alternate Strategies to Cope with PPD/PPA

33:36 – Conclusion

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Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant):  https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/ 

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Connect with the guest:

https://www.instagram.com/siddhida_kabara

In this episode, host Sanchita Daswani is joined by pediatric feeding specialists Kary Rappaport and Kimberly Grenawitzke from Solid Starts. They dive deep into baby-led weaning, a revolutionary approach that empowers children to take charge of their food journey. Learn about the signs of readiness, the importance of introducing a variety of textures, and how to navigate family pressures surrounding feeding choices. With practical tips and expert insights, this episode is a must-listen for mothers of children under 5, providing a roadmap to joyful mealtimes and a healthy relationship with food. Join us for a conversation that transforms how you think about feeding your little ones!

📌 Episode Chapters

04:15 Guest introduction

08:08 What is Baby-Led Weaning?

12:34 When is baby ready to start solids?

16:13 Is it safe to start finger foods when baby starts solids

17:52 What to do when baby takes a big bite?

25:14 When do babies actually start eating with baby led weaning?

29:21 What to do when families don’t agree with baby led weaning

35:43 How do we know our baby ate enough?

39:18 Do we need to do three days per food?

41:59 When to introduce allergens?

46:39 Can we add spices to our baby’s food?

54:07 What is FPIES?

57:15 What to do when baby refuses to put food in mouth

1:01:07 Baby only having 1 bite of food

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Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant):  https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/ 

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Connect with the guests:

https://www.instagram.com/solidstarts/

You’ve built a home, maybe taken a career break for your kids—but do you know what’s happening with your money?

In this no-fluff episode, personal finance advisor Arpita Sinha joins Rinie to unpack the 5 biggest money mistakes Indian women make after marriage or motherhood—and how to fix them.

From letting your husband handle everything to never investing a rupee, this episode will make you rethink your entire approach to money.

What you’ll learn:

• Why blindly outsourcing money matters to your husband is a risky move
•  How to structure joint and personal bank accounts as a couple
•  What to do if you don’t have your “own” money right now
•  Why saving in gold and FDs isn’t enough—and how to actually start investing
•  The mindset shift from “save what’s left” to “save first, then spend”
•  How to prepare financially before taking a career break
•  The importance of knowing your family’s financial documents, passwords, and policies

This is not a lecture—it’s the money chat every Indian woman needs to hear.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

04:17 – Mistake 1: Outsourcing All Money Matters to the Husband

09:57 – Mistake 2: Not Having a Personal Bank Account or Emergency Fund

19:21 – Mistake 3: Saving Without Investing

30:39 – Mistake 4: Spend First, Save Later Mindset

36:00 – Mistake 5: Taking a Career Break Without a Financial Plan

43:47 – Final Reflections

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Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Connect with the guest:

https://www.instagram.com/arpitasinha_official/

https://www.instagram.com/cashvisory/ 

In this enlightening episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, host Sanchita Daswani sits down with Khushbu Thadani, a renowned manifestation mentor and founder of K Weigh. Discover how parents can harness the power of manifestation to navigate the challenges of parenting.Khushbu shares her personal journey from health coaching to manifestation, emphasizing the importance of self-care and mental health for busy moms. She breaks down the essence of manifestation, helping you understand how your thoughts shape your reality.Learn practical tips for getting clear on your vision, regulating your nervous system, and overcoming the blocks that hold you back. Whether you're looking to improve your relationships, enhance your well-being, or even start a new business, this episode provides actionable insights to help you manifest the life you desire.Join us to empower yourself and transform your parenting journey through the art of manifestation!

📌 Episode Chapters

04:08 Khushbu's Background and Journey into Manifestation

06:45 What does manifestation mean?

08:18 Skepticism Around Manifestation

13:03 Getting Clear on Your Vision

15:34 The Power of Vision Boards

16:20 Regulating Your Nervous System

20:57 Finding Abundance in Negative Situations

25:57 Aligning Behavior with Manifestation Goals

29:23 Steps for Postpartum Moms to Manifest Goals

36:26 Timing of Manifestation

40:20 Overcoming Fear for Mothers Starting a Business

41:50 Resources for Learning About Manifestation Stay

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khushbu.kweigh/

Podcast: The Fit & Fulfilled Podcast ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fit-fulfilled-podcast/id1552325696 )

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Why Isn’t My Toddler Talking Yet? The Truth About Speech Delays from India's leading Speech Language Pathologist!

You're told,

“Don’t worry, he’s just a late talker.”

“Boys talk late.”

“Once she starts, she won’t stop!”

But what if waiting is the worst thing you can do?

In this must-listen episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, pediatric sleep consultant Rinie Gupta sits down with Bisma Shaikh, a highly respected RCI-certified Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologist, better known as @thespeakingmummy on Instagram. With 10+ years of experience working with late talkers, toddlers with developmental delays, and overwhelmed parents, Bisma shares everything you need to know about speech delays in the first five years of life.

🎯 You’ll learn:

What’s normal vs what’s a red flag in toddler speech

The 3 common myths that delay diagnosis (and why they’re dangerous)

How bilingual homes and screens actually impact speech

Simple strategies you can use at home to boost your child’s communication

What speech therapy really looks like — and when to seek help

Whether your child is 18 months or 3 years old, don’t miss the signs. This episode empowers you with clarity, confidence, and actionable tools — without shame or panic.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to the Topic & Guest: Bisma Shaikh

04:09 – How to Know If Your Child Has a Speech Delay

09:10 – Myth #1: “Boys Talk Late”

10:11 – Myth #2: “They’ll Talk When They’re Ready”

14:16 – Myth #3: “Speaking Multiple Languages Causes Delays”

16:22 – What Parents Might Be Doing Wrong

21:30 – Teaching Academic vs Functional Words

27:48 – Why and How To Teach Baby Sign Language & Gestures To Aid Talking

31:35 – What Is Speech Therapy and How Does It Work?

36:00 – Easy Speech Strategy: Self-Talk + Pause + Repeat

38:22 - Is It Okay To Do Baby Talk?

40:36 – How to Contact Bisma To Get Help

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Rinie Gupta (Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant):   https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist):   https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Connect with the guest:

Bisma Shaikh: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakingmummy/