Ever wondered how your daily habits as a parent shape your child’s health and development? In this episode, we talk to Dr. Michelle, India’s first Pediatric Lifestyle Medicine specialist, about lifestyle changes during pregnancy, early childhood, and modern parenting techniques that truly make a difference.
💡 Learn:
• How parenting habits influence child development
• Practical strategies for modern parenting challenges
• How to set your child up for a healthy, happy future

00:00 – Preview of what’s coming00:51 – Meet Dr. Michelle - Paediatric Lifestyle Medicine specialist04:47 – How Dr. Michelle helps couples Pre-Conception 08:49 – Lifestyle changes needed Pre-conception12:24 – Changes during pregnancy to form a strong foundation14:54 – What happens once a baby is born20:18 – Different weaning approaches and their impact28:26 – Parenting for Working Parents33:41 – Screens’ impact on kids41:45 – How to set independent play habits45:10 – Handling solid rejection50:56 – Growing up in a world with AI54:37 – How to handle tantrums01:02:00 – Closing and takeaway01:03:37 – Two-minute pause