That's Total Mom Sense
262 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 174 ratingsKanika Chadda Gupta, a seasoned CNN television journalist, podcaster, and mother of three (including twins), aims to give credit where it's often overlooked - the lasting impact of living your purpose and modeling that for the next generation. She hosts the popular podcast That's Total Mom Sense, where she interviews public figures on their life lessons, parenting journey, and legacy. Guests include Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Rowland, Bobbi Brown, America Ferrera, Daphne Oz, Sarah Harden, Rebecca Minkoff, Reshma Saujani, and Shannon Lee. She has worked in partnership with the March of Dimes, Mom 2.0, Mother Honestly, and the White House. Her show garnered over 1 million digital streams last year and Kanika has been featured in Forbes and on ABC, NBC, Fox, and Thrive Global.
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Anu Sehgal & Priya Krishna: South Asian Authors at AAPI Children's Literary Festival
April 25, 2024 08:30 - 48 minutesThe Culture Tree founder Anu Sehgal has organized the first ever AAPI Children’s Literary Festival with The Asia Society in New York City. Kanika chats with Anu on her journey building her organization, rooted in celebrating culture and strengthening the community. She also interviews featured author and food reporter Priya Krishna on her latest children’s cookbook which was inspired by her travels and favorite foods as a kid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lisa Mattam: Ancient Traditions, Modern Solutions: An Ayurvedic Approach to Skincare
April 18, 2024 08:30 - 45 minutesAyurveda (Sanskrit for “the knowledge of life”) is a natural system of medicine originating from India over 3,000 years ago. Lisa Mattam, founder & CEO of Sahajan, created a skincare line rooted in its essences clinically proven to deliver results. It’s the brand of choice at The St. Regis, Ritz Carlton, J.W. Marriott, and W Hotels, placing it in 400 properties and 200,000 luxury hotel rooms worldwide. We discuss how we can take care of our skin in our forties from the inside out. Meet My Gu...
Nicole Lopez: Parenting in the Digital Age: Protecting Teens on Social Media
April 11, 2024 08:30 - 39 minutesIn today's digital era, tweens and teens are avid users of social media platforms, engaging in various online activities. With parental controls on Meta (parent company of Facebook and WhatsApp), parents can monitor and manage their children's social media usage effectively. Nicole Lopez, Global Director of Youth Policy, joins us to explain these features, which enable parents to set limits, monitor activity, and restrict access to inappropriate content, fostering a safer and more positive on...
REPLAY: Chelsea Clinton: Raising Kids to Change the World
April 05, 2024 08:30 - 28 minutesChelsea Clinton, former first daughter, author, philanthropist, and mother of three, joins Kanika Chadda Gupta to discuss her life at the White House, the challenges and joys of parenting multiples, and how she aims to galvanize children of all ages to make an impact in their communities. Meet My Guest: Twitter: @ChelseaClinton Facebook: /chelseaclinton Apple TV: Gutsy Book: Welcome to the Big Kids Club Billboard Hoardings: Download on WeTransfer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
REPLAY: Chelsea Clinton: Empowering Our Kids to Change the World
April 05, 2024 08:30 - 28 minutesChelsea Clinton, former first daughter, author, philanthropist, and mother of three, joins Kanika Chadda Gupta to discuss her life at the White House, the challenges and joys of parenting multiples, and how she aims to galvanize children of all ages to make an impact in their communities. Meet My Guest: Twitter: @ChelseaClinton Facebook: /chelseaclinton Apple TV: Gutsy Book: Welcome to the Big Kids Club Billboard Hoardings: Download on WeTransfer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Audrey Wisch: Unlocking Potential in K-12 Students Worldwide
March 28, 2024 07:30 - 37 minutesHow do we help K-12 students hone their passions outside of the school curricula (e.g. learning to code their own video game instead of just playing them?) Founder & CEO and Forbes 30 under 30 Audrey Wisch has the answer - mentorship. Much like trailblazers before her like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Mark Zuckerberg, Audrey dropped out of Stanford to found Curious Cardinals. The ed tech startup has become a runaway success mobilizing peers to inspire K-12 students to discover their passions. ...
Dr. Elizabeth Cherot: Maternity Care Deserts
March 21, 2024 08:30 - 34 minutesGarnering a D+ grade for its preterm birth rate for the second consecutive year, the U.S. faces a critical situation with a preterm birth rate of 10.4%. For 85 years, March of Dimes has led in the fight for the health of moms and babies through research, programs, education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start. March of Dimes President and CEO Dr. Elizabeth Cherot tells us more about our country’s state of affairs when it comes to prenatal and postnatal care incl...
Ashley Greene: Patching Up Period Pain - Menstruation & Motherhood
March 14, 2024 14:02 - 44 minutesYou know her as Alice Cullen from the Twilight cult saga, but now you get to see her for all the roles she plays including a women’s health advocate, entrepreneur, and mother. Ashley Greene Khoury is Co-founder of Hummingway, along with her sister Olivia Khoury. The brand is transforming how all women (and anyone with a period) views reproductive health. Hummingway is laser-focused on providing its customers with a suite of innovative, non-toxic, effective products designed to support hormone...
Dr. Eunice Park, Deepti Sharma, Jenny Wu, & Amy Shoenthal: The Power of Community to Drive Change
March 07, 2024 09:30 - 35 minutesIn this episode, speaker, facial plastic surgeon, and New York Times Magazine “Super Doctor” award winner Dr. Eunice Park talks about the importance of self-care and how we can be truly healthy from the inside out. Activist and entrepreneur Deepti Sharma shares how she launched Food to Eat during the pandemic, connecting immigrant-owned restaurants with catering opportunities with corporates and assisting frontline workers in the process. Jenny Wu of Understood.org helps support parents who h...
Kinnari Patel: Gene Therapy’s Impact on Rare Diseases & Disorders
February 29, 2024 09:30 - 39 minutesRare Disease Day is the last day of February and we’re honored to feature a pioneer in the field, Kinnari Patel, President and COO of Rocket Pharma. 30% of children with rare diseases will not make it to their 5th birthday. Kinnari uncovers the latest in gene therapy being used to treat patients and how their pediatric advancements are transforming lives. Meet My Guest: Website Facebook LinkedIn Press: Rocket Pharma Seeks Gene Therapy Revolution For Genetic Heart Disease MIND THE (PAY)...
Danielle Cabral: Fame, Family, & Fashion
February 22, 2024 09:30 - 26 minutesKanika opens this episode by sharing her personal story living in the “sandwich generation” as a mom of three (including twins) and caregiving for her mother who has dementia. She is later joined by Danielle Cabral, star of Real Housewives of New Jersey, for an on stage keynote interview to talk about motherhood, fame, and the challenges of being on reality TV. They discuss the importance of support from their tribe and dealing with criticism from fans on social media. Their conversation is r...
Carrie & John Pacini: Marketing, Media, & Motherhood in the Digital Age
February 15, 2024 09:30 - 33 minutesKanika interviews Mom 2.0 husband and wife duo John and Carrie Pacini on the genesis of the annual summit and community. During her live podcast with author, educator, and advocate Jen Hatmaker, they discuss her opening keynote which had everyone in the room feeling seen and understood as well as her podcast, For the Love, and cookbook, Feed These People. She also chatted with attendees Frenchi Ferenczi and Tosha Schore on building their thriving coaching businesses catering to women in busin...
Jamie Kolnick: Honoring Our Parents & Healing Through Music
February 08, 2024 09:30 - 35 minutesFounder Jamie Kolnick of Jam with Jamie, a nationwide children’s music entertainment and education company, opens up about the loss of her three family members before she turned 30 and how she healed through music, aka “singing in the rain.” She shares her journey as a mother to her three kids and how they continue to teach her to take things in stride. Her inaugural Little Jam Fest music festival taking place on March 3rd in Miami. Meet My Guest: Website: www.jamwithjamie.com, www.littlej...
Dr. Sue Varma: Build Healthier Habits & Stronger Relationships with Practical Optimism
February 01, 2024 09:30 - 38 minutesPsychiatrist and Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Sue Varma’s groundbreaking work shows that “optimism” goes beyond just having a positive outlook – it brings about better outcomes. Optimists tend to achieve more success, report higher incomes and job satisfaction, adopt healthier habits, build stronger relationships, and experience greater overall life satisfaction, ultimately leading to increased happiness. Sue states simply that “optimists may be born, but practical optimists are made.” Pr...
Dr. Murray Clarke: The First 7 Years — Optimizing Childhood Nutrition & Development
January 25, 2024 09:30 - 39 minutesDid you know that a child’s first seven years of life is the most critical for their physical and mental development? Dr. Murray Clarke, pediatrician and developer of ChildLife Essentials® blends homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine and clinical nutrition to help patients with hard-to-treat conditions. He covers today’s most common childhood conditions, decline in dietary habits, environmental toxicity, and what vitamins are most important for growing kids. Dr. Murray Clarke, the develop...
Nina Davuluri, Lisa Mayer, & Tabitha St. Bernard Jacobs: The Changemakers
January 18, 2024 09:30 - 1 hourThis episode is from a live event hosted by That's Total Mom Sense, Fran Hauser (Author, Founder, Book Bound Co, Investor) and Sarah Benken (KNOW Women) at Industrious NYC. Kanika moderates a panel discussion with Former Miss America Nina Davuluri, Writer & Activist Tabitha St. Bernard Jacobs, and Co-Founder of Boss Beauties, Lisa Mayer. They discuss how they drove change by challenging beauty standards, the women's march, and creating space for women in the metaverse. Learn more about your...
Kanika Chadda Gupta: New Year, New Network!
January 11, 2024 09:30 - 25 minutesGoodPods rated #1 podcast in Motherhood, That's Total Mom Sense, is joining Evergreen Podcasts! Aligned with Evergreen's commitment to reaching broader audiences, the show delivers quality content with a mission to be illuminating, inclusive, and inspiring for parents worldwide. Host Kanika Chadda Gupta, former CNN journalist and mother of three, conducts memorable interviews with public figures including Chelsea Clinton, America Ferrera, Kelly Rowland, and Bobbi Brown. In these conversations...
Devanshi Garg Sareen: Scientific, Sensorial Skincare
December 28, 2023 09:30 - 43 minutesDevanshi Garg Sareen is a skincare enthusiast, a 3x founder, and a mother. Hailing from New York City by way of Iran, India, the UK, New Zealand and Germany, almost always an outsider, she learned early on to look at people through the lens of shared human experiences. After 10+ years working in technology services, Sareen worked as an innovation consultant in 2020 for Big Beauty, leading her to reflect on pain points with her own skincare journey and a desire to demand more from the modern b...
Tammy Rant: The Art of Babywearing
December 21, 2023 09:30 - 37 minutesTammy Rant is the CEO and Founder of Tushbaby, the single carrier that supports your body, your stuff, and your kids from 0-3. As a mom of three, Tammy was familiar with the usual aches and pains that came with traditional carriers: strollers were too bulky, strap-in carriers were too complicated, and wraps and sacks were too hot and sweaty. She wanted to create a solution that would help parents carry their little ones effortlessly—with something that looked good, felt good, and stored more,...
Michelle Brandriss: Leveling up a Label Making Brand
November 16, 2023 09:30 - 35 minutesThis episode shares the inception story of the iconic label making brand - Name Bubbles. Founder Michelle Brandriss was focused on enhancing label aesthetics and reliability while focusing on top-quality, personalized, waterproof labels for daycare, camp, and school use made in the USA. Michelle values employee morale, a robust business model, and cost-consciousness. She shares the life lessons she’s passing on to her teenage son and how she leans into all things creative, even if there’s ris...
Anita Chatterjee: Bringing Your Publicity A-Game
November 10, 2023 00:49 - 25 minutesHaving worked with Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Priyanka Chopra, Anita Chatterjee is a force in the world of public relations. Chosen by Forbes for its Next 1000 list as one of the entrepreneurs redefining the American Dream, she serves as the CEO of A-Game PR, helping to scale brands and build personas with features in top publications like Entrepreneur, Inc, Vogue and more. As a mom in the workforce, she aims to teach her daughter what it means to be resourceful and resilient, and ut...
In Loving Memory: Navigating Pregnancy & Infant Loss with March of Dimes
October 26, 2023 08:30 - 54 minutesAs October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness month, host Kanika Chadda Gupta meets with March of Dimes Director of Maternal & Infant Health Shadie Tofigh to discuss how to reduce risks and complications, learn more about the groundbreaking technology led by the Innovation Fund, and how we can alleviate the health inequities around black maternal health. She also sits down with Erika Nolting Young, an advocate who suffered infant loss and honored her child’s legacy. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: ...
Farnoosh Torabi: Transforming Fear into Your Superpower
October 12, 2023 08:30 - 1 hourFarnoosh Torabi is an Iranian-American journalist and one of America’s leading personal finance experts. She is the host of the award-winning podcast So Money that has earned over 30 million downloads. In her book, A Healthy State of Panic, she teaches us how to turn our fears (e.g. #fomo, rejection, failure) into our superpower and use them to catalyze the life we want. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: AHealthyStateofPanic.com INSTAGRAM: @farnooshtorabi AMAZON: A Healthy State of Panic: Follow Yo...
Dr. Cara Natterson & Vanessa Kroll Bennett: Making Puberty Less Awkward
October 05, 2023 08:30 - 56 minutesCara Natterson, MD is a pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author; Vanessa Kroll Bennett is a puberty educator and writer. On the show, we talk about having the sex talk with kids of all ages, how to prepare for adolescence which begins much earlier now, and how we keep open lines of communication as parents. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: MyOomla.com WEBSITE: OrderOfMagnitude.com INSTAGRAM: @spillingthepubertea TWITTER: @ FACEBOOK: / TIKTOK: @spillingthepubertea Mom Haul: AMAZON: Th...
Fran Hauser: Unmasking Your Inner Nice Girl & Feeling Empowered in Your Career
September 28, 2023 08:30 - 1 hourFran Hauser is passionate about leveling the playing field for women and creating content and products that help us live our best lives. She does this through her investing, writing, and speaking. Fran has invested in over 30 female-founded companies across consumer tech, CPG, media & publishing, and wellness. She is the best-selling author of The Myth of the Nice Girl: Achieving a Career You Love Without Becoming a Person You Hate, which has been translated into six languages and was named “...
MOM 2.0: The Power of Community to Drive Change
September 21, 2023 08:30 - 36 minutesIn this episode, speaker, facial plastic surgeon, and New York Times Magazine “Super Doctor” award winner Dr. Eunice Park talks about the importance of self-care and how we can be truly healthy from the inside out. Activist and entrepreneur Deepti Sharma shares how she launched Food to Eat during the pandemic, connecting immigrant-owned restaurants with catering opportunities with corporates and assisting frontline workers in the process. Jenny Wu of Understood.org helps support parents who h...
MOM 2.0: The Role of Prominent Black Voices in Education for Anti-Racism
September 14, 2023 08:30 - 39 minutesDuring this on stage keynote, moderator Tabitha St. Bernard Jacobs, a Trinidadian-American mom, artist, writer, and thought leader, interviews Austin Channing Brown, NY Times bestselling author of I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness and founder/CEO of Herself Media. Together, they unpack the everyday challenges black mothers face, how we can navigate conversations with our children on race and explain the complexities in our society today. Brown highlights the messy an...
MOM 2.0: Fame, Family, & Fashion
September 07, 2023 08:30 - 35 minutesKanika opens this episode by sharing her personal story living in the “sandwich generation” as a mom of three (including twins) and caregiving for her mother who has dementia. She is later joined by Danielle Cabral, star of Real Housewives of New Jersey, for an on stage keynote interview to talk about motherhood, fame, and the challenges of being on reality TV. They discuss the importance of support from their tribe and dealing with criticism from fans on social media. Their conversation is r...
MOM 2.0: Marketing, Media, & Motherhood in the Digital Age
August 31, 2023 08:30 - 35 minutesKanika interviews Mom 2.0 husband and wife duo John and Carrie Pacini on the genesis of the annual summit and community. During her live podcast with author, educator, and advocate Jen Hatmaker, they discuss her opening keynote which had everyone in the room feeling seen and understood as well as her podcast, For the Love, and cookbook, Feed These People. She also chatted with attendees Frenchi Ferenczi and Tosha Schore on building their thriving coaching businesses catering to women in busin...
Rachna Narwekar: Using Visual Guides for Emotional Regulation, Organization, & Early Learning
August 24, 2023 08:30 - 1 hourRacha Narwekar is an accomplished children's educator and a remedial therapist based in Bombay, Kanika’s birth city. Together they share their childhood roots and Rachna walks her through practical ways to engage your child, alternatives to authoritative discipline, and visual reminders that help with emotional regulation. Meet My Guest: INSTAGRAM: @rachnanarwekar LINKEDIN: Rachna Narwekar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Annika Sharma: Spilling the Chai on Publishing a Book Series, Motherhood, & Mental Health
August 17, 2023 08:30 - 37 minutesAnnika Sharma is a jack of all trades and master of...some of them. From healthcare to romcom authorship to podcasting for South Asians to new motherhood, this episode tackles chasing passions, taking risks, and learning lessons along the way. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: AnnikaSharma.com INSTAGRAM: @annikasharma FACEBOOK: /AnnikaSharmaWrites Press: FORBES: Five Asian American Podcasts That Are Busting The Model Minority Myth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dr. Allie Ticktin: Teaching Kids to Thrive Through Sensory Play
August 10, 2023 08:30 - 55 minutesDr. Allie Ticktin is the founder of Play 2 Progress, and author of the book, Play to Progress, where she provides parents with an overview of all 8 (yes, 8) senses and gives them 90 exercises to engage their children in sensory learning. Dr. Allie uses the science of child development and the joy of play to boost childrens’ confidence and enhance development within all areas of their life, from social and emotional to physical and academic. On the show, she shares her personal journey of self...
Chloe Trijullo: Art & Soul - Using Creativity to Inform Your Life’s Work
August 03, 2023 08:30 - 1 hourChloe Trujillo is a world renowned artist, designer, musician, and reiki healer. Married to lead guitarist for the legendary band Metallica, Robert Trujillo, they have created a space for their two children to thrive as creative souls in their own right. Chloe shares her inspiration for her works as a native Parisian, her motherhood journey, and her latest venture designing sustainable swimsuits for the US Olympic synchronized swim team. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: ChloeTrujillo.com INSTAGRAM:...
Priti Tanna: Weaving her South Asian Roots into a Bi-Cultural Identity
July 27, 2023 08:30 - 41 minutesPriti Tanna is a creative strategist and author of I Married a Coconut. In this interview, she shares how future generations of the South Asian diaspora can find ways to honor their age old traditions while assimilating with western cultures. She and Kanika talk about values from immigrant parents, growing up in the 80s and 90s, and encouraging children to embrace their cultural roots. Meet My Guest: AMAZON: I Married a Coconut: Stories of an Indian girl growing up in America Learn more abou...
Neha Ruch: Embracing Career Breaks & Shifts During Parenthood
July 20, 2023 08:30 - 47 minutesNeha Ruch, CEO/Founder of Mother Untitled, shares her personal journey of taking pauses in her career to discover her purpose as a parent, challenging societal expectations and building a necessary community for mothers. She references the inspiring stories of Shannon Watts and Jessica Me Rivera, who were SAHM turned activists and have driven monumental change in society. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: MotherUnited.com INSTAGRAM: @motheruntitled Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Dr. Matt Zakreski: Unlocking Potential — Understanding & Supporting Gifted Children
July 13, 2023 08:30 - 54 minutesMatthew “Dr. Matt” Zakreski, PsyD is a high energy, creative clinical psychologist who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his neurodivergent clients. He is proud to serve the Gifted community as a consultant, a professor, an author, and a researcher. He has spoken over 300 times all over the world about supporting neurodivergent kids. Dr. Zakreski graduated from Widener University’s Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology (IGCP) in 2016. He is the co-founder of The...
Kaitlin Soule: Becoming "A Little Less of a Hot Mess" as a Parent of Multiples
July 06, 2023 08:30 - 30 minutesAre you a frenzied parent who’s craving structure, fulfillment, and harmony at home? Enter Kaitlin Soule, licensed marriage and family therapist, women’s mental health specialist and author of A Little Less of A Hot Mess. We discuss pragmatic tactics and daily routines to manage your sanity and your household. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: WellNotesForHer.org INSTAGRAM: @kaitlin.soule AMAZON: A Little Less of a Hot Mess: The Modern Mom's Guide to Growth & Evolution Learn more about your ad choi...
Bhavna Shyamalan: Trusting Your Sixth Sense and Helping Humanity (Replay)
June 29, 2023 08:30 - 41 minutesWe all know and love M. Night Shyamalan as a world renowned director, producer and actor who was labeled “the next Spielberg” by Newsweek in 2002. His films have grossed over $3 billion globally with cult classics like The Sixth Sense which received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay, Signs, The Last Airbender, and The Unbreakable Series. We may also be fans of Saleka, his daughter who is a singer songwriter and wrote an original song for his rece...
Shannon Lee: Leading A Legacy (Replay)
June 22, 2023 08:30 - 57 minutesMartial arts is a metaphor for life. Did you ever think about that? It requires a fine balance of the body, mind, and spirit - a keen understanding of people and their intentions, skill, flexibility, wisdom, focus, anticipation, practice, and after you are hit to the ground with this challenge or that level of adversity, you muster up the courage and willpower to stand up and fight again. That is what living is all about. Today, I am joined by a woman who lives by this philosophy more than an...
Ian Kerner: How to Have Your Best Sex Life (Replay)
June 15, 2023 08:30 - 39 minutesIsn’t it ironic and kind of sad that having kids can wreak havoc on a marriage and your sex life? Today, get ready to get your mojo back and rekindle the spark with your spouse thanks to renowned licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sex counselor Ian Kerner. Ian Kerner, who is a PhD and LMFT specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues that often lead to distress. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in across all media...
Daniella Monet: Are You Ready to Go Plant-Based? (Replay)
June 08, 2023 08:30 - 27 minutesHave you ever thought about going plant based? Could you do it? Do you have the interest and willpower to revamp your refrigerator, your skincare essentials, your clothing, and essentially your philosophy in life. Today, I’m joined by a celebrity who has made this choice as a serial entrepreneur, and is also famous as an actress, influencer, and mom - Daniella Monet. LA native, sitcom actress Daniella Monet, has appeared on numerous television series from CBS' Listen Up alongside Jason Alexan...
Dr. Simran Sethi: Skincare SOS — Rescuing Your Skin from Common Issues
June 01, 2023 08:30 - 57 minutesDr. Simran Sethi, MD, MBA, internal medicine physician and founder of skin by Dr. Simran Sethi & RenewMD Spas, joins me to discuss how BIPOC can best take of their skin with the right ingredients in products and ongoing procedures like chemical peels and microneedling to combat acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, and melasma, and increase luminosity, elasticity, and cell turnover. We also discuss the biggest beauty myths, ayurvedic remedies, and foods that help create healthy skin, hair, and na...
The Asia Society: South Asian Trailblazers Commemorate AAPI Heritage Month
May 25, 2023 08:30 - 1 hourOn this episode, we are featuring a live event in New York City hosted by the esteemed Asia Society led by Neelam Chowdhary and The Culture Tree, founded by Anu Sehgal. In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, I was asked to moderate a panel with extraordinary South Asian women who have made a lasting impact in their industries and communities - Anu Aiyengar (JP Morgan Chase & Co), Snigdha Sur (The Juggernaut), and psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma. Together, we celebrate their trailblazing journeys, offeri...
Taking a Pause for #IRL Events and Motherhood and Gearing up for Exciting To Come
May 18, 2023 08:30 - 8 minutesWelcome back to That's Total Mom Sense, your trusted podcast decoding the world of parenting with the help of expert entrepreneurs, speakers, and authors. We've been away for a few weeks while I had the honor of speaking at The KNOW Summit in Phoenix, AZ and the MOM 2.0 Summit in Scottsdale, AZ. These events have been incredible, providing much inspiration and insight from powerful women making significant strides in their industries. I thoroughly enjoyed these #IRL events and focusing on qua...
Lisa Ray: Close to the Bone and Stories From the Heart (Replay)
May 11, 2023 08:30 - 1 hourOne of India's first supermodels. Actor. Cancer survivor. Mother of twins through surrogacy. Woman of no fixed address. Today I am honored to interview cross cultural phenomenon Lisa Ray. She is an internationally acclaimed performer, philanthropist and star with a reputation for taking on challenging issue-oriented films. Raised in Canada by an Indian father and Polish mother, Ray was discovered while on vacation in India and went on to become not only one of the most successful cover models...
Mara Shiavocampo: Get 'Thinspired' — How I Lost 90 lbs After Having a Baby (Replay)
May 04, 2023 08:30 - 42 minutesAs the adage goes, “Nine months on; nine months off.” It takes about 9 months to put on the baby weight during pregnancy, and roughly that amount of time to lose it. But for many women, it’s not that easy. I know I can relate after having my twins! Now imagine having the added pressure of being in the spotlight on TV, which sadly does add 10 lbs, all while juggling life with a new baby. Today, I’m interviewing someone who has done it all and more, Mara Schiavocampo. She’s a three-time Emmy Aw...
Raegan Moya-Jones: How I Built a $100M Business After Becoming a Mom (Replay)
April 27, 2023 08:30 - 58 minutesIn 2006, Raegan co-founded aden + anais, the baby lifestyle brand globally recognized for its high-quality design driven muslin swaddles and baby products. Raegan continued to work full-time in her sales role at The Economist Group until May 2009 when she left to run aden + anais in a full-time capacity as the brand’s sole owner eventually selling the company in 2013 and continuing on as CEO until 2017. In 2014 Raegan was named as one of EY’s Entrepreneurs of the Year, considered one of the ...
Katie Kabel: From Drab to Fab — A Personal Stylist's Top Tips for Moms (Replay)
April 20, 2023 08:30 - 32 minutesWhen you think "mom fashion," it may sound like an oxymoron because moms are stereotypically viewed as frumpy and disheveled because we are too busy sacrificing for our kids. Hello! But it doesn’t have to be this way. We CAN look like a million bucks and we SHOULD spend time and energy to do so because it does wonders for our confidence and self-esteem, which makes us better as moms, at our jobs, and positively impacts every facet of our life. Katie Kabel is the founder of Kabel Styles and is...
Hitha Palepu: Mastering the Art of Traveling with Kids (Replay)
April 13, 2023 08:30 - 1 hourHitha Palepu is an entrepreneur, investor, and writer. Her blog, Hitha On The Go, reached hundreds of thousands of readers worldwide and became known for its travel and productivity content. Her first book, How To Pack: Travel Smart for Any Trip was published by Clarkson Potter in 2017. It has been released worldwide, translated into German and Italian, and is currently in its 3rd printing with 50,000 copies in circulation. Hitha and the book were featured by the New York Times, People, Trave...
Meenal Lele: How to Protect Your Child From Food Allergies (Replay)
April 06, 2023 08:30 - 41 minutesSoon after Meenal Lele's first child was diagnosed with multiple food allergies, new research upended decades of allergy advice. The LEAP study found that consistently adding allergenic foods beginning at four months of age could drastically reduce the rate of developing food allergies. The American Academy of Pediatrics subsequently began recommending that parents give allergenic foods to their babies early and often. As Meenal struggled to prepare allergens three times a week for her second...