Kids & Family

GABBY REECE: Spiking Through Life: Sportsmanship, Discipline, and Raising Resilient Kids

GABBY REECE: Spiking Through Life: Sportsmanship, Discipline, and Raising Resilient Kids 1920 1080 Chase Jennings

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…

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SUNANDA LEELARAM: The Journey to Fulfillment in Life

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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…

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SHEILA LIRIO MARCELO: The Future of Family Care

SHEILA LIRIO MARCELO: The Future of Family Care 1920 1080 Mark Ramilo

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…

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MARSHA SMITH: The Rhythm of Raising Kids: The Importance of Music in Lifelong Learning

MARSHA SMITH: The Rhythm of Raising Kids: The Importance of Music in Lifelong Learning 1601 1601 Mark Ramilo

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…

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HAVEN WEITS: The Facts of Life & Relationships

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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.…

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DR. NEETA BHUSHAN: The Power of Grit: Building Your Emotional Resilience

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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.…

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JANET IRWIN and JENNA MACNULTY: Educating Our Nation’s Children (A Teacher’s Perspective)

JANET IRWIN and JENNA MACNULTY: Educating Our Nation’s Children (A Teacher’s Perspective) 1080 1080 Mark Ramilo

 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…

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PATRICIA E. VANCE: Game On: Tips for Parents on Navigating the World of Video Games

PATRICIA E. VANCE: Game On: Tips for Parents on Navigating the World of Video Games 1920 1080 Chase Jennings

Let’s reminisce about the video games we played growing up. As a 90s kid, I remember going to my cousin’s house to play Mario Bros, Duck Hunt, and when we…

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SASCHA MAYER: Pumping in Peace: Transforming Public Spaces for Breastfeeding Moms

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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…

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SAMREEN ARSHAD: Finding the Beauty Within: From Postpartum to the Perfect Shade

SAMREEN ARSHAD: Finding the Beauty Within: From Postpartum to the Perfect Shade 1920 1080 Michael DiVestea

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…

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