In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, Sanchita Daswani and Dr. Thara Shenoy, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, discuss the increasing prevalence of sensory issues and picky eating in children. They explore the impact of modern parenting practices, the importance of sensory experiences in early childhood, and strategies for creating positive mealtime environments.

Dr. Shenoy emphasizes the need for early intervention and the role of outdoor play in sensory development, while also providing practical tips for parents to help their children navigate feeding challenges.

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00:00 Introduction

03:38 Why are sensory issues on the rise?

08:00 What is a sensory issue?

11:14 When is the right time to seek help?

13:30 What are the best sensory experiences for newborns?

18:23 What to do if child refuses to touch food?

22:13 What to do if your child avoids grainy textures?

24:34 Top tips for successful mealtimes

27:03 How to handle food pocketing?

30:58 How to handle toddler picky eating?

35:39 What to do when child struggles to drink water?

Did you know that starting puberty conversations early can empower your child for life? Join us as we uncover the secrets to tackling menstruation and puberty without the awkwardness and taboos!In this episode of The Modern Indian Parent, Rinie chats with Aditi Gupta, co-founder of Menstrupedia, a pioneer in normalizing menstruation and puberty education. Together, they explore the world of raising confident kids, early puberty causes, and how to prepare your child for their first period—a topic many parents shy away from.Aditi shares her journey from growing up with taboos around menstruation to empowering millions of girls and boys through her innovative Menstrupedia Comics. She reveals practical strategies for mothers to start open conversations about periods and puberty with their children under 10, tackling common questions like:- When is the right time to talk about menstruation?- How can you create a positive first-period experience?- What are the signs of early puberty and how do lifestyle changes affect it?- Why is it important to educate boys about menstruation and puberty?Discover how you can break generational taboos, teach empathy to your children, and navigate the emotional and physical changes of puberty. Whether it’s building a first-period kit or introducing fun, culturally sensitive resources like Menstrupedia Comics, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you raise aware, confident kids.Order your Menstrupedia Comic Books here - https://www.menstrupedia.com/ Follow Menstrupedia on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/menstrupedia/ Follow The Modern Indian Parent on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernindianparent/ Chapters:00:00 Pre-cap & Introduction of Aditi Gupta03:03 Breaking Taboos Around Menstruation07:58 The Evolution of Menstrual Education in India13:05 Designing Menstrupedia Comics16:34 Understanding Early Puberty and Its Causes20:50 Positive Approaches to First Periods and Puberty Conversations24:13 Talking to Boys About Puberty and Periods26:22 The Role of Parent-Child Communication During Puberty

In this episode, Sanchita is joined with Mompreneurs Dr.Nikita Mathur and Dr.Saakshi Gulati, who are the founders of Travel with Kids, a company that curates trips for moms with and without kids.

This episode dives into all the concerns we have as parents when it comes to traveling. They discuss the best time to start traveling once you have kids, what the benefits are, best destinations, and trips for hotels and flights.

This episode will make you confident and excited to plan trips with and without your kids.

1:59 Their journey to launching Travel with Kids

3:34 Why do we hesitate to travel once we have kids?

5:52 What is the right age to start traveling with kids?

7:33 When is the best time to travel without kids?

9:42 Benefits of traveling with kids

13:08 How to manage your child’s meals when traveling

18:42 Tips on managing hotel and travel

21:19 Favorite travel destinations with kids

23:52 Lessons you have learnt from traveling so much

27:45 How to join a travel with kids experience

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Potty training is a major milestone in every child’s life—and for parents too! In this episode, we dive into everything you need to know to approach potty training with confidence. Discover the right age to start, the key signs of readiness, and practical strategies for success. Learn what tools you really need, the best books to guide you, and what to avoid to make the process smoother for you and your toddler. Whether you’re just beginning or feeling stuck, this episode has actionable advice to help you ditch diapers for good. Comment below and let us know your biggest potty training challenges! Our other toddler episodes that you will LOVE:Episode 16. 3 Big Toddler Sleep Mistakes that You Should Fix ASAP! -

https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/7o6qzJCFSObEpisode 22. How to Wean Milk Bottles, Thumbsucking and Pacifiers ft. Pediatric Dentist Dr Jogani -

https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/7NVuHBCFSOb List of Potty Training Essentials:1. Comfortable Potty Seat: Choose between a standalone potty or a seat adapter for your toilet. 2. Step Stool: Provides support for your toddler’s feet while they’re seated. 3. Portable Toilet Seat Adapter: A travel-friendly tool for public toilets. 4. Loose Elastic Shorts: Easy to pull on and off, helping toddlers feel the transition from diapers. 5. Underwear: Let your child pick their favorite designs to make the process exciting. 6. Absorbent Sheets: Protect furniture and bedding during diaper-free training. Potty Training Books We Recommend:1. Oh Crap! Potty Training by Jamie Glowacki – A no-nonsense guide to potty training in a week. 2. A Potty for Me! by Karen Katz – An interactive and engaging book for toddlers. 3. No More Nappies – A fun and sensory-friendly option. 4. Potty Party by Dionna L. Mann – A catchy book that turns potty training into a celebration.

Chapters

00:00 Episode Precap01:42 Rinie's Failed Experience with Potty Training at 6 Months03:19 Best Book on Potty Training04:24 Best Age to Start Potty Training05:57 Signs that Your Child is Ready for Potty Training07:48 Is Potty Training Babies (under 18 months) A Good Idea?10:39 Why Is It Important to Potty Train at the Right Time?12:42 How Long Does Potty Training Take?14:47 Prepping Your Child for Potty Training17:18 What Things Do I Need for Potty Training?21:52 Do Not Get Training Pants for Potty Training23:31 Step by Step Method for Starting Potty Training23:59 Stage 1: Day 1-3 of Potty Training25:43 What To Do During Nap Time?30:00 Stage 2: Day 4-6 of Potty Training31:24 Stage 3: Day 7-9 of Potty Training32:23 Dealing with "Accidents"34:44 Night Time Potty Training37:14 Bed Wetting

SummaryIn this conversation, Rinie Gupta and Utkarsh from CashVisory discuss the importance of financial planning for parents, particularly focusing on securing their children's future through investments. They explore various financial goals parents should consider, the significance of starting investments early, and strategies for calculating future education costs. Utkarsh emphasizes the need for discipline in investing and the benefits of automating savings. The discussion also covers the elimination of poor investment options and highlights tax-saving mutual funds as viable choices for parents looking to invest for their children's education.Resources:1) Child education cost estimator: https://www.cashvisory.com/calculators-child-education 2) Step up SIP calculator: https://www.mutualfundssahihai.com/en/step-sip-calculator3) Cashvisory sign up: https://www.cashvisory.com/guided-journey4) Book a free consultation call with Utkarsh: https://www.cashvisory.com/home/book-a-consultationSocials:Follow Modern Indian Parent on Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/modernindianparent/Follow Cashvisory on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cashvisory/Chapters:3:33 Utkarsh's Journey into Personal Financial Advisory5:27 Starting CashVisory to Help Young Individuals to Invest7:15 4 Financial Goals Every Family Should Plan For12:02 Understanding How Much Money We Will Need for University in India and Abroad19:10 How Much Do We Need to Invest on a Monthly Basis for the University Fund?21:38 Should We Keep the Investment for Children's Education Separate from Other Investments?24:57 Creating Separate Investment Accounts for Children27:47 Best & Worst Places to Invest for Your Child's Education Fund34:37 Understanding Tax-Saving Mutual Funds36:58 Expected Returns on Investments39:21 Taking Action with CashVisory

In this episode, Sanchita is joined with Mom blogger Tanya Mehra who takes us through her journey of being a single mom.

From the lows and highs, they discuss everything from making the decision to get a divorce to having the right support system and coping tools to get through this time .

The episode will serve as a great inspiration for all the parents out there who are looking to build strength and resilience during a similar time.

5:04 How did you make the decision to get a divorce

8:30 Is it harder to leave a marriage once you have kids

10:02 How do you explain divorce to a child

15:50 how having a support system can help

21:46 Handling finances post a divorce

23:53 How to handle your emotions post divorce

32:07 Biggest takeaways every single parent should hear

35:59 Can you still believe in love post divorce

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In this episode, Sanchita is joined by Priya Kanakia, who isa parent educator focusing on conscious parenting. She is on a mission to empowerparents to heal and rediscover themselves, leading a movement towards ageneration of emotionally healthy, resilient, children.

This episode aims to bring awareness to parents aboutconscious parenting. Breaking down myths about what conscious parenting isreally about, steps to becoming a conscious parent and tips on how to handleevery day situations as a conscious parent.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

07:55 First step to becoming a conscious parent

11:13 Why scolding and hitting is not a good way of parenting

13:28 Does conscious parenting raise soft kids?

17:58 How and when should we heal from our childhood trauma?

19:03 Is it okay to apologize to your kids?

20:46 How to handle a tantrum?

23:21 How to help a parent with a strong willed child?

25:01 When do we let our kids follow their intuition?

29:47 How to work with Priya to become a conscious parent

This conversation delves into the critical aspects of dental health in early childhood, focusing on the impact of night feeds, the use of pacifiers, and thumb sucking.

Dr. Vivek Jogani shares insights on how these practices can affect dental health, emphasizing the importance of weaning from night feeds by 15 to 18 months to prevent nursing decay.

He discusses the appropriate use of pacifiers, highlighting their benefits and potential drawbacks, and offers practical advice for parents on managing thumb sucking. T

he conversation concludes with five essential commandments for maintaining optimal dental care for children.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pediatric Dentistry
02:12 Baby Bottle Syndrome: Dental decay due to night feeds and feeding to sleep
11:00 Effect of pacifier usage on the teeth
14:38 Effect of thumb sucking on dental development
17:23 Strategies to stop thumb sucking
20:17 Pacifier vs Thumb Sucking - Which is better for soothing?

This is part 2 of the conversation with Dr Jogani. You can watch Part 1 in which he teaches us all the essentials of taking care of our babies' and toddlers' teeth. 

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In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, Rinie Gupta speaks with Dr. Vivek Jogani, a pediatric dentist, about essential dental care for children. They discuss the importance of early dental visits, establishing oral hygiene from birth, choosing the right toothbrush and toothpaste, and strategies to encourage cooperation in children during brushing. Dr. Jogani shares valuable insights on how to make dental care a positive experience for both parents and children.Follow Modern Indian Parent on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernindianparent/ Follow Dr Jogani on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kids_n_teens_dentist/ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pediatric Dentistry03:14 Getting your child comfortable with a dentist05:38 Best time to take children to the dentist07:12 What happens in the first dental visit for a baby? 08:48 Oral care for babies under 110:38 Choosing the Right Toothbrush11:32 Importance of Electric Toothbrush for 4+ year olds13:45 How to select the best toothbrush for children?16:00 Selecting the Correct Toothpaste - Fluoridated vs Non Fluoridated18:28 When to introduce an adult toothpaste for children?19:23 How often do we brush children's teeth?22:13 Strategies to help children who resist brushing their teeth

Follow Nupur on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/socialnupur/ Follow The Modern Indian Parent on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/modernindianparent/In this conversation, Nupur shares her personal journey through fertility challenges and IVF, discussing the emotional and physical aspects of the process. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the biological clock, the need for better education on reproductive health, and the impact of societal expectations on women's choices regarding parenthood. Nupur also highlights the significance of communication within relationships during fertility struggles and the necessity of mental health support throughout the journey.Chapters00:00 Introduction 03:46 Nupur's Journey with Fertility Tests and IVF09:43 Women's struggle with infertility and biological clock15:55 Impact of IVF on the mother and father and their relationship21:52 Talking about infertility and IVF with family members24:10 Did Nupur consider Adoption before IVF?25:53 Process of IVF - Tests, Preparations, Hormones, Embryos, Implantation29:24 Genetic Testing of Embryos - To Do or Not To Do?32:36 Emotional Toll of IVF + How to Get Help