
In Episode 2 of Parenting Aaj Kal, we’re joined by author, filmmaker, and journalist Natasha Badhwar and farmer-seeker Mirza Afzal Beg — parents to three daughters – and redefining parenting in India.
This conversation explores gentle parenting and building trust with children — without fear and shame. We talk about how they raised their children through homeschooling and unschooling.
Parenting Aaj Kal is a Much Much Media original series hosted by one of India’s most loved pediatricians, Dr Vibha. New episodes every Thursday.
Parenting Aaj Kal is a first-of-its-kind Hindi chat show that brings honest, emotional, and real conversations about modern parenting in India, aiming ot become a safe and relatable space for families to talk openly about the challenges and joys of raising children today.
This series brings together parents, youth voices, and leading experts across India. Each episode dives into culturally relevant issues that Indian families face but rarely talk about — all in Hindi – all grounded in science, compassion, and lived experience.
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Dr. Vibha Krishnamurthy is one of India’s leading developmental pediatricians, with 30+ years of experience supporting children and families. After training in the U.S., she returned to India to champion family-centered care. Known for blending clinical expertise with deep compassion, Dr. Vibha believes every family deserves support and dignity. Parenting Aaj Kal continues her mission: making tough parenting conversations easier and ensuring no parent feels alone.
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