the colour mom

Join us as I chat with Surabhi, my twin (j/k), over a cup of tea. Surabhi shares her story with us on identity loss as a teenage immigrant and how she navigated her way through these years. She talks about the pressure to 'fit in' and living two completely different lives, all while trying to figure out who you really are.  Surabhi and I share so much in common that even after the recording we talked for hours. So I basically call her my twin!  Be that fly on the wall today, grab a nice cup of tea and hit play!  Surabhi Veitch is a physiotherapist and Pregnancy/Post partum coach who is passionate about helping women live their best lives. You can reach her at www.thepassionatephysio.ca or on instagram: https://ww.instagram.com/thepassionatephysio If you hear this episode, drop me a message: https://www.instagram.com/thecolourmom

When you marry someone at will, you step into a life full of aspirations, dreams and desires. But what happens when that marriage slowly starts becoming toxic and abusive? How do you even recognize the signs when you may be in denial? How do you seek help? The thought of getting a divorce and moving forward in life as a single mom is one that is daunting and stigmatized in the community. How do you move past that and see light at the end of the tunnel? Today I chat with Taneet Kaur, who is a writer and a single mom of two girls, as she tells her story of how she broke the cycle for her daughters.  Connect with us on instagram  https://www.instagram.com/thecolourmom/ https://www.instagram.com/writingsformydaughters/

we are all bound without boundaries. that's why it is so important to set them in place and free yourself. lighten your mental load. trust me, you will feel a million times better when you do. easier said than done though. how do you exactly set boundaries. especially with your auties, your MIL, your own mom, your husband and even yourself? we grew up in a culture that doesn't appreciate boundaries. so, we never grew up learning about them. well, I got good news for you. it's never too late to learn and it starts with this episode. 😁 chatting with lovely, Israa today. Israa is a therapist and a mental health advocate. follow us on https://www.instagram.com/well.guide/ and https://www.instagram.com/thecolourmom/

what was your love at first sight?  don't miss these wonderful love stories that are sure to leave you awestruck! and follow these amazing moms, who shared their stories with us, on instagram. sharana @bossthesixedition sonia @thatpunjabimom gurjit @mybeautiful.kayos zabina @zabina_bhasin_md amrina @amrinacarson sheila @simply.sheila.rai parm @momlife.specialedition meenakshi @mamauntoldthoughts viral @the.viral.life chaimommas @thechaimommas ravneet @raveneet.godhia.art taneet @writingsformydaughters

welcome to the colour mom... meet your host, simi.  what's up with the name change? Why not, mamas high on chai?  you are mom, a daughter, a wife, a sister, an artist, a professional… there are so many hats that we wear everyday. then you add culture to mix and life gets even more complicated. how do you find yourself in the chaos? what is it that makes you… you? do you sometimes get caught in the viscous circle of keeping up with the joneses. aka. instagram. you know we look at others and think that they have it all figured out. but in reality no one has. we are all in the process of figuring it out. and that’s whats called life. isn’t it? so, if this is something you can relate to… you are in the right place my friend.

Have you heard of healing periods and the four seasons of menstrual cycles? Did you know Menstrual cycles are called Mahwari cycles in Urdu? How does the lunar cycle relate to our menstrual cycle? I don't know about you but I had never thought about us carrying generational trauma within our menstrual cycles but we do!!! Hear all about it as we chat with Taqdir Kaur, the CEO of @imwithperiods, a menstrual health researcher and author of 'self-care down there' book. She has a wealth of knowledge on this topic and has so much passion for it too! Be sure to enter our giveaway for this book on Instagram. Connect with us @ https://www.instagram.com/mamashighonchai/?hl=en and https://www.instagram.com/imwithperiods/?hl=en

Passion, mindset, relentlessness, focus, & thirst for success.. Tune in to hear what it takes to dream, to execute that dream and bring it to life. What does it mean to be a woman of colour in the world of business? How do you measure success? How do you keep going through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship? This week we are in conversation with Raveena Oberoi, the face behind Just Cakes Bakeshop. Raveena Oberoi is a 26 year old pastry chef & entrepreneur. Raveena started off baking as a mere after-school hobby, as a way to cope with isolation and insecurities growing up. Over the years, Just Cakes has blossomed into a reputable, award-winning bakery, and shows no signs of stopping.

Burnt out? Finding yourself stretched way too thin? Saying yes to possibly everything you can and finding no time for your self? Burn out is real. This week we speak with Israa Nasir, a therapist and a mental health advocate, and discuss all that is to know about burn outs. Find out what the signs and symptoms are. Can a burn out eventually lead to more severe mental health issues? How can you prevent and manage a burn out? So tune in and burn the burn out! Connect with Simi @MamasHighOnChai and Israa @well.guide

Trigger Warning: Birth Trauma, Child Loss and, Child Sickness. This half of the episode shines more light into Manraj's journey. How did she find the courage to have her second and third child after going through such traumatic experiences? What was it like in the days leading up to Arjun's passing? How were they able to keep their marriage together through all of this? And what does life look like now that Arjun is no longer with them?

i am a mother’s womb empty and abandoned all i want is to be with my baby i often dream that he is inside of me cuddled and wrapped in my blanket i fear that i will be forgotten by mother as i am already forgotten by the life i once created mother’s heart keeps me up at night when it beats it reminds me of him the one i sheltered for nine months it was a long journey to conception and i couldn’t bring him into this world the way i had hoped keep me in the sunlight so i can soak in the rays and take care of me i am here to nurture and protect mother too remember me for i gave life to the two by simi @MamasHighOnChai

Trigger Warning: This episode contains personal experiences of birth trauma, suicidal thoughts, child sickness and child loss. Please listen at your discretion. A mother walks us along her journey of grief, loss and everything in between. We're joined by Manraj Kaur, a special soul in search of healing, transformation, and a glimpse of hope in her new life without her child.  “Even when it's not pretty or perfect. Even when it's more real than you want it to be. Your story is what you have, what you will always have. It is something to own.” - Michelle Obama. Connect with us on Instagram @mamashighonchai and @northernbindi

"Remember that there are many forms of wealth, financial wealth being only one of them. One who has rich relationships and a loving community around her is, in my mind, wealthy. One who has a life of excellent health, adventure, excitement and continuous learning has wealth of a different sort. And one who is deeply at peace and aware of the truth must certainly be considered to be one who has accumulated yet another form of riches. The crowd - our tribe called Society- has taught us that economic wealth is the only type of wealth we should chase. Not true" - Robin Sharma from the book 'Daily Inspiration - from The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari' @robinsharma Today's post was inspired by this quote from a book I read daily and introspect. So, How wealthy are you?

How does one navigate through the complexities of culture intertwined with the challenges of infertility. An anonymous story takes us through the journey of a couple who discover their infertility and the barriers they face in the name of misogyny and gender biases. Y'all choosing science is not an option for some but a must. Nevertheless, it sucks every ounce of your mental, physical, and emotional energy out of you. Can you imagine adding a cultural layer to all of this? oh...the things they hear from their families and the society!  Submit your story anonymously. instabio.cc/mamashighonchai  Connect with me on Instagram @mamashighonchai

well-behaved indian women, a debut novel by Saumya Dave, is a fictional tale of mother-daughter relationships across three generations. It is a one of a kind story that beautifully portrays the complexities and intricacies of womanhood and motherhood in the Indian culture. Since its release in July 2020, the book has been flying off the shelves and has had remarkable reviews.  We meet with Saumya for some chai and learn more about her journey as an author in creating this contemporary piece of art. Saumya talks about how each of the main characters came to life through her writing process and how some parts of the characters that she explored in her book may have come from her own personal experiences. We delve into what it really takes to become an author, who is a woman of colour, in today's modern world. Connect with us on Instagram @mamashighonchai and @saumyajdave 

Last week we were in conversation with Dhara as she walked us through her fertility journey. This week we continue to explore her story and discover  the impacts of IVF on several aspects of her life. What goes through her mind when she finds out she has less than 3% chance of getting pregnant? what was the role of her husband as they went through the most testing phase of their marriage? How did she cope with all the treatments, the drugs, the hormone injections? What was the impact of all this on her physical and mental well being? Really, what does it take to choose science as an option to have a baby!  Connect with us on Instagram @mamashighonchai and @dharasworld 

A million pregnancy tests, ovulation kits, tracking tools, month after month- nothing but frustration and despair! With so much uncertainty and so many questions, she goes on a journey hoping to see a light at the end of the tunnel.  All she ever wanted was to have a baby. Never in a million years did she imagine this wouldn't happen to her naturally. That's what's supposed to happen. Right? You fall in love, you get married, you have a baby! Not in Dhara's case. What happens when she finds out it's not her partner it's her? How does she deal with the stigma associated to infertility in the south Asian culture? Tune in as Dhara walks us through her fertility journey. A tale not to be missed. Anyone who is on one side of the spectrum will find hope and healing through her story and anyone on the other side will find a whole new perceptive and gratitude towards life!  Connect with us on Instagram @mamashighonchai and @dharasworld

What is it like to be a first generation South Asian? Have you ever felt like you were caught between two worlds? Growing up in the North American culture for as long as you can remember while your parents come from a completely different world, a completely different culture? We are in conversation with Meenakshi Sharma, a mother of two, a blogger, and a radio show host as we dive deep into our identity struggles in adolescence and the strong forces that pulled us in all different directions and how these impacted us lives stepping into adulthood.  Connect with us @mamashighonchai & @mamauntoldthoughts on Instagram.

Hey all... I have a show of my own and I feel like a rockstar. Kicking off Season 2 by connecting with you all. Here's to a brand new season, a brand new perspective. Here's to having honest conversations about wellness, culture and self discovery. Love - Simi

What does it take to be a content creator? The numbers game, the stress,  the trolls, the comments, the likes, the blood, sweat and tears  - all for the love of creation. We talk about it all and take a peek into world of digital creators. We are joined by Tina Singh @mombossof3, who is an influencer, a youtuber and a podcaster.

This one is for your little ones! Roses and thorns is a mindful activity I recently learned about and have been practicing with my daughter daily since. Every night we reflect on our day. Essentially, we talk about our highs and our lows. It gives us a chance to bond and makes for a very special mother daughter time.  I would love to know if you and your kids listen in on this episode. Connect with me on instagram @mamashighonchai