Were you the responsible one or the rebel growing up? And does birth order actually determine who we become?

This week on The Motherlords, we’ve invited our siblings (our ride or dies!) to join the chaos and the nostalgia.

We talk about what it was really like growing up together, how our parents definitely raised us differently, and how we’re now trying (and sometimes failing) to break those same patterns as parents ourselves.

From birth order bias to how siblings go from enemies to besties—it’s real, it’s funny, and it’s full of love.

We dive into:

• Birth Order Theory: Why the oldest is usually "the Responsible One" and the youngest gets away with everything. And sometimes it's the other way round!

• Parenting Patterns: How to spot the way you were raised and choose what to keep (and what to break).

• Sibling Rivalry: Moving from "sworn enemies" fighting over the remote to adult best friends.

• The "Favorite" Child: Did our parents have one? Do we? (Honest answers only!).

Tune in for sibling banter, parenting confessions, and all the feels. Because no matter how much we change, there’s nothing quite like the people who’ve known you since you were strategizing running away from home or stealing the last piece of chocolate.

Is sleep training just “cry it out”? Does it cause trauma? And what if your baby just won’t sleep through the night?

In this episode of The Motherlords Podcast, sleep expert Heena Karia breaks down everything parents need to know about baby sleep, sleep training methods, and the biggest myths that cause confusion (and guilt!).

💤 What we talk about:

✨ The truth about sleep training — and why it’s not “one size fits all”

✨ Sleep training pros & cons every parent should know

✨ How to create healthy sleep habits for babies and toddlers

✨ Why gentle boundaries and responsiveness can coexist

✨ Common sleep myths that keep parents up at night

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “doing it right” when it comes to your baby’s sleep, this one’s for you. 💛

Real, guilt-free talk about modern parenting.

Get in touch with Heena at www.a2zmom.com

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In this episode of The Motherlords Podcast, we dive deep into the world of speech therapy, occupational therapy, and behavioural therapy for kids with our expert guest, Merzia Maskati, founder of a child therapy clinic in Mumbai (SDLC)

We cover:

✅ When kids may benefit from therapy (and why it’s not “just for ADHD or autism”)

✅ The role of free play in development

✅ How therapy supports communication, motor skills & emotional regulation

✅ Early signs & red flags parents should watch for

✅ Breaking the stigma around therapy & mental health for children

This conversation is for every parent navigating the ups and downs of child development – whether you’re concerned about milestones, exploring early intervention, or simply curious about supporting your child’s growth.

SDLC Email: [email protected]

SDLC Contact no: +91 91676 52640

Website: https://www.sdlc.co.in/

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We all know parenthood changes everything… but no one really talks about how it changes us - our bodies, our minds, and yes, our relationships too!

In this episode of The Motherlords, we’re getting real about keeping the spark alive after kids. Our guest, relationship and intimacy expert Parinaz Aga, helps us navigate the awkward, exhausting, and sometimes downright confusing world of postpartum intimacy. From physical changes to emotional hurdles, we cover it all…without judgment and with plenty of laughs along the way.

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Email: [email protected]

If you're looking for help or or want to know more, you can find Parinaz Aga here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parinazaga/?hl=en

Website: https://www.headandheart.in

Here's a list of the movies and TV series Parinaz talks about in episode

Girls Will Be Girls - Amazon Prime

Anora - Jio Hotstar

Poor Things - Amazon Prime

Baby Girl - Amazon Prime

Dying For Sex - Jio Hotstar

Got a picky eater or just overwhelmed by all the “healthy” advice out there?

In this episode of The Motherlords, baby and child nutritionist Divisha Jhadwani shares simple, science-backed tips to build balanced meals, bust common nutrition myths, and make feeding the whole family (from toddlers to adults) way less stressful.

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How do we raise grateful, grounded kids in a world overflowing with abundance? In this episode of The Motherlords Podcast, we dive into the tricky topic of entitlement vs. gratitude in modern parenting.

From everyday practices to real mom confessions, we share how we’re trying to teach our kids the value of gratitude, kindness, and empathy — while navigating a world where it sometimes feels like they have it all.

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Hello everybody!

It’s our very first episode with a guest expert, and we were soexcited we couldn’t stop giggling and talking! The Motherlords are joined by Madhura Gogte Pusalkar, an early educator and Music Together teacher – and she’s breaking down the science on how music rewires little minds and why it’s so important to nurture young minds with compassion.

We live in age of vast information and exposure, and as parents today struggle to ‘get it right’, Madhura gently teaches us that patience always beats perfection, why those early years are so crucial and even if your kid wants to just bang on pots – it’sabsolutely okay!

Their tambourine obsession might not take them to Carnegie Hall, but it’s definitely building their brains.

Tune in for plenty of laughter, some serious moments, and obviously some off key singing from the hosts.

Connect with Madhura through her Instagram handles,

Little Miracles: https://www.instagram.com/littlemiracles.madhura/

Music Together: https://www.instagram.com/musictogethermumbai/

Some of our favourite musical books for children that have us singing out loud are:

Car, Car, Truck, Jeep by Katrina Charman

Croc-A-Doodle-Doo by Huw Lewis Jones and Sebastien Braun

Kitchen Disco by Clare Foges and Al Murphy

Moo, Ba, La, La, La!, Barnyard Dance!, and more by Sandra Boynton

Toddle Waddle by Julia Donaldson and Nick Sharrat

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What happens when you invite your husbands onto the podcast?

Laughter, awkward truths, a little sass…with a whole lot of honesty.

In this episode, we dig into life after kids with the people we’re in it with. From what “date nights” look like now (spoiler: it involves less lingerie and more leftovers), to navigating disagreements with or without tiny humans watching, we talk about the evolution of love, expectations, and connection in this season of our lives.

Send this to your partner and see if they agree…

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Email: [email protected]

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One kid is hard. Two? That’s a full-blown cage match. In this episode, we get real about the madness of raising siblings—whether they’re spaced out or stuck together in twinhood. From passive-aggressive toy thefts to full-blown identity crises, we unpack what it really takes to parent multiple kids without completely screwing them up (or losing our minds). We also dish on our own childhood sibling drama—what our parents got right, what they definitely didn’t, and how it’s all playing out in our own homes now.

Some books that worked for us:

1. The Empty Stocking by Richard Curtis

2. The Squirrels Who Squabbled by Rachel Bright

3. Babies Don’t Eat Pizza: A Big Kids’ Book About Baby Brothers & Baby Sisters by Dianne Danzig

4. Little Miss, Big Sis by Amy Krouse Rosenthal

5. I’m a Big Sister by Joanne Cole

6. Noah and the New Baby by Sharie Coombes

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Ever tried saying ‘no’ to your toddler’s 47th snack request? Or that well-meaning relative who keeps giving parenting advice? Join us as we dive into the beautiful chaos of setting boundaries as moms! We’re talking about the awkward art of saying no without feeling guilty, why our kids act like boundaries are merely suggestions, and the hardest part of all - actually being kind to ourselves. From dealing with boundary-stomping family members to teaching our little ones that ‘because I said so’ is a complete sentence, we’re figuring out how to stand firm without losing our minds. Spoiler alert: it’s messier than we thought, but we’re learning! Come laugh, cry, and maybe gain some wisdom with us as we navigate these murky waters together.

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