That's Total Mom Sense

Gabby Reece, legendary volleyball player, fitness icon, and entrepreneur joins Kanika to talk about relationships, parenting, wellness, and balance. Gabby shares her insights on raising her three daughters to be confident and resilient, fostering discipline through fitness and nutrition, and creating a life of intention. The episode has been brought to you by Laird Superfood, which features clean...

In a world of rising living standards but declining quality of life, how can we achieve true inner peace and clarity? Vedanta, an ancient Indian philosophy, offers a transformative approach to address stress, dissatisfaction, and fractured relationships by cultivating the intellect—the mind’s guiding force. In this episode, Kanika sits down with Sunanda Leelaram, disciple and daughter of renowned...

Daphne Oz, Emmy-winning host, bestselling author, and mom of four, shares her journey in food, wellness, and parenting. We discuss family traditions (including her elaborate Thanksgiving feasts), clean eating, and raising kids to feel confident with cooking early on. Tune in for an inspiring and deliciously inspiring and relatable conversation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

Sheila Lirio Marcelo, the founder of Care.com and visionary behind Ohai.ai, joins Kanika to discuss how technology can ease the mental load of modern-day caregiving. Sheila opens up about her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of creating accessible family care solutions, and how her latest venture uses AI to streamline household management. Whether you’re a parent juggling it all or someone...

Did you know that studies show children exposed to music are 20% more likely to excel in reading and math? Music not only enhances cognitive development but also boosts social skills and emotional intelligence. In this episode of "That's Total Mom Sense," we explore how music can shape our children's lives with Marsha Smith, CEO of Minibop. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: minibopmusic.com INSTAGRAM: insta...

In this episode, Kanika interviews Samreen Arshad, the visionary behind Samreen's Vanity, an all-inclusive makeup line. We delved into her inspiring entrepreneurial journey, discussed the importance of creating makeup shades for women of color, and explored her personal experiences with motherhood and postpartum depression. Samreen shared valuable insights and candidly spoke about carving time for...

On this episode, Kanika interviews fellow podcaster on the Evergreen Network, Haven Weits. Her show Haven! is a safe space for curiosity and conversation especially when it comes to relationships. Together they dive into various dynamics, particularly those between mothers and daughters. Haven shares how she cultivated a strong bond with her mom, Lisa Whelchel, 80s sensation on the hit show “Facts...

In 2019, women earn .79 cents for every dollar a man makes. Though we can attribute the gender pay gap to several factors including occupational segregation, bias against working mothers, and circumstances like racial bias, disability, and access to education, there’s no denying numbers and that we still have a lot of work to do to create an even playing field. On today’s episode, I am thrilled to...

In this inspiring episode of That's Total Mom Sense, Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with Dr. Neeta Bhushan, a former cosmetic dentist turned best-selling author and emotional resilience expert. Dr. Neeta shares her journey of pivoting from a successful dental career to becoming a renowned emotional health advocate, after overcoming significant personal challenges, including the loss of her parents...

Kareena Kapoor Khan is Bollywood royalty hailing from the Kapoor family who’s ancestry has revolutionized the film industry for generations.  She is the recipient of several awards including 6 Filmfare Awards and is one of Bollywood’s most popular and revered actresses. She received critical acclaim for her roles in Chameli, Omkara, Jab We Met, and Heroine. Her highest grossing releases include Si...

There's no hood like parenthood! With all the resources out there, it's crucial that parents exchange stories in order to grow together and trust their intuition - their mom sense and dad sense! CNN television anchor turned podcaster and mom of three (including twins), Kanika Chadda Gupta aims to give credit where it's often overlooked - living your purpose and building a legacy for future generat...

Nearly 44% of new teachers are considering leaving the profession and 75% of educators don’t feel valued by the media and society. Amid a national teacher shortage and growing disillusionment within the profession, Carnegie Learning has launched Year One, a podcast featuring a real, first-year teacher that pulls back the curtain on one of America’s toughest and most undervalued professions. Kanika...

On this episode of Play Matters with Bright Horizons, our expert Claire Goss gives parents and caregivers tangible tips on how to encourage kids to play.  Play outside!  Ask open ended questions like, “What do you think would happen if we did this?” or “Why did you make that choice?” Let them lead the play and create a “yes” environment.   Listen in to learn how to get it on the fun!  MEET OUR SPO...

As per Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s national advisory, 1 in 3 parents is feeling high levels of stress. There are 63 million parents living with children under the age of 18 in the US, so this is roughly 210 million people who are feeling burnout. Today we have Harvard stress expert Dr. Aditi Nerurkar on the show to break down the different types of stress (adaptive and maladaptive) and how...

On this episode of Play Matters with Bright Horizons, we learn about how play provides a foundation for success! Claire Goss mentions how we may have heard terms like “Montessori” or “play-based." At Bright Horizons, they have a unique framework for teaching and learning called “Discovery Driven Learning." They put children’s discovery at the center of the framework. From finding their fingers and...

Kara Goldin is the Founder of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. In this episode, we dive into her personal life story, which she recounts in her book Undaunted, as the youngest sibling of five and now mother of four. Her scrappiness, curiosity, and can-do attitude continues to propel her in life and allows her to take rejection in her...

On this episode of our Play Matters with Bright Horizons series, Claire Goss, Child Education Expert and Senior Manager of Family and Client Support at Bright Horizons, shares her insights on the power of play. She shares about guided and free play, parallel play during the younger years, and the specific benefits of play.  MEET OUR SPONSOR: Brighthorizons.com: https://bit.ly/3M2qNct Center Locato...

Suneera Madhani is a mom of two who built a billion dollar business. After her company Stax achieved unicorn status, she went on to launch Worth AI and CEO School. Suneera shares her insights on knowing your worth, creating a sustainable rhythm as a founder and parent, and empowers women to reach their full potential. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on entrepreneurship, resilience, and succe...

Play is essential for babies and children as it supports their physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Through play, children explore the world, build problem-solving skills, and learn to navigate social interactions. It's how they express creativity, develop motor skills, and gain a sense of independence. Play also strengthens the bond between children and caregivers, fostering a sense of...

If you could live in your gym clothes, would you? What if your workwear was as comfortable as athleisure? With tuxedo silhouettes made of lyra and spandex, Founder/CEO Lee Evans Lee of Mrs. Mommabear Workwear has cracked the code! Her collections, with names like After Glow and Love Letters, pay homage to the women she admired at various phases of her life. As a dedicated mom to her young son and...

Play is essential for babies and children as it supports their physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Through play, children explore the world, build problem-solving skills, and learn to navigate social interactions. It’s how they express creativity, develop motor skills, and gain a sense of independence. Play also strengthens the bond between children and caregivers, fostering a sense of...

190.6 million Americans ages 5-90 play video games and 61% report playing a video game at least one hour per week. Video games have evolved over the decades and have become more than just entertainment— they teach team building, critical thinking skills, and are a means for socializing. Patricia E. Vance, President of the ESRB who has spent over 20 years in the industry, shares her insights on how...

Overview Breastfeeding offers countless benefits for mothers and babies, yet many women struggle to sustain it due to societal barriers and a lack of proper facilities. Mamava’s Co-founders, Sascha Mayer and Christine Dodson, addressed this issue by creating portable lactation pods, providing a private and comfortable space for mothers on the go. Their mission is to support breastfeeding by making...

As a longtime news anchor, former host of “Access Hollywood” and co-host of “Access Hollywood Live,” current West Coast Anchor of the TODAY Show and correspondent of Dateline NBC and NBC Nightly News, Natalie Morales is a beloved household name. So it's only natural that she released a bestselling cookbook called At Home With Natalie: Simple Recipes for Healthy Living from My Kitchen to Yours. Nat...

In this episode, Kanika interviews Samreen Arshad, the visionary behind Samreen's Vanity, an all-inclusive makeup line. We delved into her inspiring entrepreneurial journey, discussed the importance of creating makeup shades for women of color, and explored her personal experiences with motherhood and postpartum depression. Samreen shared valuable insights and candidly spoke about carving time for...