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#35: The Motherhood Penalty, Boy Moms & Breaking Stereotypes, ft. Diksha Sethi

#35: The Motherhood Penalty, Boy Moms & Breaking Stereotypes, ft. Diksha Sethi

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 In this episode, we sit down with Diksha Sethi — entrepreneur, mother, and unapologetic truth-teller — to talk about what it really takes to raise a child in today’s world, especially as a working woman without a traditional support system.From navigating the crushing guilt of returning to work postpartum, to tackling gender stereotypes in the classroom and at home, Diksha opens up about the invisible load of motherhood, the evolution of her co-parenting relationship, and why raising boys with empathy is one of the most radical things we can do for society.Through warmth, wit, and lived experience, Diksha reminds us that parenting is never perfect — but it can be purposeful.🎧 Why You Should ListenYou're a parent (or future parent) who’s tired of picture-perfect parenting narratives.You want to hear a realistic, emotional, and empowering perspective on motherhood and working life.You’re raising a boy — and wondering how to instill values of empathy, equity, and emotional fluency.You’re curious about the motherhood penalty and how gender expectations shape families.You want to feel a little less alone in your parenting journey — and more understood.💬 Notable Quotes from Diksha"The only way through it is to go through it. There is no shortcut, right?""Sometimes I just want to drop everything and run away somewhere. I'm sure a lot of mothers feel that.""He just hugged me from behind and said, 'I know being a mom is so difficult, Mama, but I’m so proud of you.'""I don’t beat myself up anymore. I try not to. It’s one of those days — it’s okay. Tomorrow will be better.""Put the damn phone down. Seriously. Kuch nahi chhutega 5 minute mein.""The way sons are raised in the Indian setting — it needs to change."📚 Resources & Mentions📖 On the motherhood penalty: https://gap.hks.harvard.edu/getting-job-there-motherhood-penalty📚 Books for Raising Emotionally Intelligent Boys:The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog – Dr. Bruce PerryRaising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys – Dan Kindlon and Michael ThompsonParenting Beyond Pink & Blue – Christia Spears Brown🎙️ On gendered parenting scripts in education: TED Talk: “Teach girls bravery, not perfection” – Reshma Saujani💡 For conversations about gender in parenting: Visit Breakthrough India for media and resources challenging gender norms.👩‍⚕️ More About Diksha SethiDiksha Sethi is a mother, entrepreneur, and communications professional who has spent the last decade building not just her career, but a home grounded in empathy, equity, and intention. Known for her no-nonsense honesty and emotional intelligence, Diksha shares stories that reflect the layered, joyful, and often messy reality of modern parenting. She’s especially passionate about raising boys to be kind, aware, and responsible citizens of the world.📱 Follow Diksha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dikshassethi/💬 Join the Conversation🔔 Review & Subscribe:If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and family!💖 Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parenthootwithneha/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/parenthoot/☕ Support Us: https://buymeacoffee.com/gargneha Your support helps keep the show running.👋 Join our WhatsApp Community!🔗 https://chat.whatsapp.com/CHdbb6XkpSt5hBR4KN58qQ💬 For updates, reflections, and real talk on parenting, life, and everything in between.
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