Rinie Gupta and Sanchita Daswani

The Modern Indian Parent

Kids EN ↓ 75 episodes

Welcome to the "Modern Indian Parent," the podcast that challenges outdated practices and embraces modern parenting in Indian families. Join Sanchita, a pediatric nutrition consultant, and Rinie, a pediatric sleep consultant and newborn specialist, as they cut through the noise and help you confidently own your parenting choices, even when dadi, nani, and the next-door aunty don’t agree. Each week, enjoy real-life stories and expert advice on sleep, nutrition, health, relationships, and more. Grab a cup of chai (or a glass of wine) and join the conversation!

Author

Rinie Gupta and Sanchita Daswani

Category

Kids

Podcast website

www.modernindianparent.com

Latest episode

Dec 4, 2025

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Episodes

28. Talking About Periods and Puberty with our Kids Ft. Aditi Gupta 14.12.2024

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 raisi...

27. Travel Hacks For Families ft. Founders of Travel with Kids 09.12.2024

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 tr...

26. Ultimate Potty Training Guide: How to Ditch Diapers in 7 Days 29.11.2024

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 an...

24. Build Your Child's Education Fund - Where, When and How Much to Invest ft. Utkarsh @Cashvisory 28.11.2024

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 f...

25. Finding yourself and love again post divorce Ft. Tanya Mehra 22.11.2024

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...

23. How to Deal with Childhood Trauma & Raise Happier Kids ft Priya Kanakia 08.11.2024

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 isrea...

22. Milk Bottles, Thumbsucking and Pacifiers - Impact & Weaning ft. Pediatric Dentist Dr Jogani 01.11.2024

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, hig...

21. Basics of Dental Care for Babies and Toddlers | Ft. Pediatric Dentist Dr Jogani 25.10.2024

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 o...

20. Real Life Experience of Having 2 Babies through IVF ft Nupur Singh 19.10.2024

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 bet...

19. Start Baby Led Weaning | Reverse your Toddler’s Picky Eating | Tips from Baby Led Weaning Expert 11.10.2024

In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie are joined by Riddhi Verma, who is a child nutritionist and behaviour coach, specializing in early childhood development. With experience helping over 7,000 families worldwide, she transforms mealtimes for children aged 6 months to 6 years, focusing on healthy eating habits, balanced diets, and stress-free mealtime routines. In this episode, she breaks down the...

18. Build your Child's Immunity ft. Pediatrician, Dr Reema Pandya 04.10.2024

In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie are joined by Dr. Reema Pandya, who is a Pediatrician and infectious disease specialist. She has more than 10 years of experience. Her core focus is on prevention and childcare beyond medicine. In this episode, she breaks down common myths about newborn care, building immunity,and how to handle when kids fall sick. They discuss everything from flu vaccinations t...

17. Maximise your Child’s Brain Development in the First 3 Years 27.09.2024

In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie are joined by Dr. Grace Riyas, who is a whole-brain development and holistic parent coach. She is the founder of the Genius Nurturer program. Her courses empower parents to become "genius nurturers," emphasizing that a child's development is deeply influenced by positive learning experiences, emotional growth, and holistic nurturing. Grace believes that every pa...

16. 3 Big Toddler Sleep Mistakes You Should Fix 20.09.2024

In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, Sanchita and Rinie discuss the common sleep challenges faced by toddlers and the mistakes parents often make. They explore three major mistakes: having a bedtime that is too late, relying on bottle feeding to help toddlers sleep, and not teaching toddlers to fall asleep independently. The conversation emphasizes the importance of establishing he...

15. Resolve Conflicts & Regain Intimacy after Kids ft Therapist Siddhidha Kabara 13.09.2024

Guest: Siddhida Kabara, Therapist and Founder of DhairyaDa Centre for Psychological Wellbeing in Pune. Work with her - https://www.dhairyada.com/ Follow her - https://www.instagram.com/siddhida_kabara/ In this conversation, Rinie, Sanchita and Siddhida explore the complexities of parenting and marriage, discussing the challenges couples face after having children, the importance of communication a...

14. All about Exclusive Pumping - Real Life Experiences and Tips from 2 Moms 11.09.2024

Rinie and Sanchita share their experience and tips as moms who breastfed without nursing via exclusive pumping.

13. Baby Led Weaning Meal Planning for Busy Parents 30.08.2024

In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie discuss all about baby led weaning. They dive into the best foods to offer and how to get started. Along with increasing the texture of foods to eventually offering foods from the family pot, navigating travelling and pre-packaged foods, join them for this episode that will make you feel much more confident about baby led weaning. 03:26 What first foods to offer...

11. Cosleeping with baby - Benefits, Risks, Weaning Night Feeds and Stopping Cosleeping 16.08.2024

JOIN the Baby Sleep Made Easy - Sleep Training Masterclass taught live by double certified sleep consultant, Rinie Gupta. Click the link below to enrol ⬇️https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/offers/yzRCTxbj In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent podcast, Sanchita and Rinie explore the nuances of co-sleeping, discussing its benefits and potential risks. They address why many Indian families ch...

9. Surviving the First Year with Twins - Birth story of Twin Mom, Tips for Twin Parents to manage Sleep, Milk and Solids and more! 02.08.2024

In this episode, Sanchita discusses her entire experience of raising twins. From finding out she is having twins to her pregnancy, delivery, feeding, and so much more. For all the twin mamas or expecting twin mamas, this episode is for you. 03:22 What was your reaction when you first found out? 06:16 How was it being pregnant with twins? 07:50 How was the twin delivery experience? 11:40 Feeding pr...

8. Parenting Without A Village 26.07.2024

Summary In this episode, Rinie and Sanchita discuss the challenges of parenting without a village, where families are living away from their extended family support. They share personal experiences and practical tips for managing parenting responsibilities in a nuclear setup. The key takeaways include getting partners involved in parenting, hiring help such as nannies or childcare centers, investi...

6. How to Travel Without Your Kids (No Guilt & Stress) 12.07.2024

Infant Sleep Training Program by Rinie - ⁠https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/infantsleep⁠ 1:1 Sleep Consultations with Rinie - ⁠https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/consultations⁠ Starting solids 1:1 program by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/introtosolids Solids Made Simple online course by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/solidsmadesimplecourse In this epis...

5. Is Baby Led Weaning better than Spoon Feeding? 05.07.2024

Starting solids 1:1 program by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/introtosolids Solids Made Simple online course by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/solidsmadesimplecourse In this episode, Rinie and Sanchita discuss the different approaches when it comes to starting solids. The pros and cons, do you have to follow one way, what are the fears that parents have when...

4. My Child Won't Eat Without Screens or Toys 27.06.2024

Toddler nutrition program by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/toddlers In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie discuss all about distraction feeding. The discussion goes into understanding about what it is really is and if it is a problem for our kids in the long term. They then discuss why distraction feeding has become so common and all the pressures we face as parents that has led...

3. Sleep Training 101 27.06.2024

Infant Sleep Training Program by Rinie - https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/infantsleep 1:1 Consultations with Rinie - https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/consultations (00:00) - Welcome (03:05) - Impact of a child's sleep on parents' lives (05:58) - Rinie's experience with sleep Consulting and training (09:02) - Rinie's experience with sleep training (10:21) - Sanchita's ex...

2. Why Your Baby Is Waking Every 2 Hours 27.06.2024

Infant Sleep Training Program by Rinie - https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/infantsleep 1:1 Consultations with Rinie - https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/consultations In this episode, Rinie and Sanchita discuss the common issue of babies waking up every two hours and and discuss the common reasons why babies wake up frequently at night, including hunger, teething, sleep regression, and sleep...

1. The Right Way to Start Solids 27.06.2024

Starting solids 1:1 program by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/introtosolids Solids Made Simple online course by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/solidsmadesimplecourse In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie break down important information you need to know before starting solids. From knowing when your baby is ready to not getting fooled by false signs. They then...

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