It's Your Time To Shine

It’s our last episode of It’s Your Time to Shine and it is one with all the feels. Lisa and Juspreet talk about the struggles of parenting and working in a pandemic. They talk about the highs of the podcast and why one of the best things parents can do is set boundaries on how […]

The first 9 weeks of school flew by in our house but only because we have lost all concept of time without the anchors of life that helped break up our weeks abs months.  So now as we are ready to start the next season of the year, we realize that there are some positives […]

The first 9 weeks of school flew by in our house but only because we have lost all concept of time without the anchors of life that helped break up our weeks abs months.  So now as we are ready to start the next season of the year, we realize that there are some positives […]

Periods and Puberty  are as normal as the Birds and the Bees, so why does everyone get a little nervous about it ? How did you learn about sex education? Did your parents give you “The Talk” or did your friends give you the scoop?  Are you ready to talk to your own kids about sex, […]

It’s that time of the month, you know shark week, being on the rag, getting a visit from Aunt Flow- we have so many euphemisms for talking about a woman’s menstrual cycle without actually talking about it at all. What effect does this have on our children as they are navigating puberty and life changes […]

As virtual school becomes a more likely start to the 2020 school year, how could pods affect the most vulnerable young minds in our communities? In this episode Juspreet and Lisa talk about school learning pods, the digital divide and the design of the new world of curbside everything. Also, we ll talk about the […]

As School districts across the country are having the discussion about what to do when schools open back up. The questions are just as hard as the answers because we have to think about so many more people than just our children. In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about the quandry of deciding the […]

Coach K from Duke’s Basketball said “Black lives matter. Say it. Can’t you say it? Black lives matter. We should be saying it every day. This is not political — this is not a political statement. It’s a human rights statement. It’s a fairness statement.”  Black Lives Matter, can we say it ? Can we […]

When is the right time to talk to your child about race, justice and inequalities? In this Episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about race and privilege. Please note, this episode was recorded before the widespread outcries following the brutal murder of George Floyd, which we will discuss in our next podcast episode. Listen to the […]

As we continue to settle into the norms of full houses and full schedules while we “Stay Safe at Home”, we are discovering the Joys of “Working Safe at home ” too. What does the new anti-normal look like for our kids ? What does distance learning look and sound like when parents are present […]

How do you energize your routine and your body? What are the best ways to hack your health? Lisa and Juspreet discuss nutrition and getting the best out of yourself so you can really be great for your families. Listen in and then join the conversation on social media or send us your direct messages […]

“and in this corner is every mom around the world, struggling to make sense of how fast the days are going by! ” Okay so it isn’t a boxing match, but some days being “stay at home” certainly feels like it is. April is CENSUS month and in this episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about […]

The first few days of sheltering in place took a toll on parents and kids. But what will happen in the long term when we continue to have Shelter in place orders and everyone is at their wits end? Tune in for our special quarantine episode of the podcast.

Living in the Hyphen is about the poise and balance it takes to live between two worlds. In this episode, Juspreet speaks with Contemporary poet, feminist and activist Aman Kaur Batra. They talk about parents who encourage poetry, and children who discover their voice in spoken word. Juspreet shares her experience with the connecting power […]

What would you do if a playdate turns into a babysitting night? What would you do if you had a misbehaving child over on a playdate? In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about playdate ettiquette, Birthday party goodie bags and how to handle the drop in babysitting session. They also talk about self confidence […]

It’s a Brand New Year and we are Brighter than ever! Before we dive into New Year’s Resolutions, New Goals and New Dreams, we want to show you why we are here. Introducing… Our kids ! We asked them some questions and learned a ton about what matters most to them. So come meet our […]

What if you knew exactly what your child or spouse needed to hear in a time of stress? What if you could pick the perfect gift for family and friends? In this episode, Juspreet and her special guest, Caroline talk about the Enneagram, an ancient personality model. They discuss how the types interact, how to […]

Parent-Teacher conferences are a part of parenting, but does it have to feel like you are the one getting the report card? In this episode, Lisa and Juspreet talk about personality development, academic rigor and what kind of success really matters. They also talk about body image and self confidence just in time for the […]

What happens when neither Lisa or Juspreet have a planned topic on the It’s Your Time to Shine Podcast agenda? Nothing! And that is exactly what this podcast is about. Check out this fun look at how these two women create content as they discuss closing the pool, how to dress for cold weather and […]

How much honesty can children handle? Should we protect our family from the details of our own struggles? In this episode, Lisa speaks with her friend, Dia White about her battle with a rare form of Cancer. Dia and her husband choose to be honest and share the prognosis and treatment with their children, their […]

Sunny Days start with a bright, yellow school bus ! The first day of Kindergarten often serves as an anchoring moments in parenting. In this episode, we come full circle with Lisa dropping her daughter off at kindergarten. And if you didn’t hear Juspreet’s first time doing a kindergarten drop off then check out our […]

In this episode, Juspreet and Reena are doing some serious Netflix and chill, diaper changing and night time feedings all in two hour increments. One of the programs gets them particularly reflective of the judicial system, and how systems are designed with flaws that seriously affect their efficacy. Listen to the podcast, and then join […]

Can a Popsicle change your life? If you have diabetes, a single popsicle can change the course of your day. In this Episode, Juspreet talks with clean beauty advocate, Mel Worthington about managing her son’s Type I diabetes, cosmetics regulations and sugar in a reward culture. They also talk about the upside of Facebook, and […]

Being active and working out can be something that we DREAD, but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, Juspreet and Reena talk about building a toolkit of fitness for our children. The idea is that when we know how to target problems, we will have better outcomes. They also tackle the […]

Anyone with a social media account has counted their likes, but does every like count? What do you do when you are more concerned with the number of likes you get rather than the actual social interaction? Also, what would you do if you had a wardrobe malfunction at work? Listen to the episode as […]

Reproduction is a miracle that we can appreciate through science. But Child Birth, Labor and Delivery is just scary. The more we learn about pregnancy, labor and delivery, the more we know how varied every experience can be. After previously sharing her story about IVF and their journey of infertility, Reena Sekhon shares the story […]

Music has an incredible effect on children and adults; it can transport us back in time and also allows us to heal from heartbreak. But can Music be used as a language that can be used to communicate and connect with one other? In this episode, Juspreet and Dave talk about how to make music […]

It’s summer and that means school is out and playtime is in. In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa are together for a playdate and they observe the changing personalities of a child at play. Are personalities constantly changing ? Should we try to guide our children’s play to bring out certain traits or do we […]

In a world that values Leaders, is it okay to want to raise a follower? Is Love truly Absolute and can we measure the outcomes of our parenting? Despite how hard we try to measure the way we raise our kids, we can never know how much influence we have over them. In this episode, […]

What do we do when art imitates life and shows us a future much darker than our current day? How do we articulate the importance of speaking up on important issues, when so many remain silent on the topics affecting us? In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa discuss abortion, voting and if the right to […]

We have talked about so many topics on It’s Your Time to Shine and so often we find that some of the advice just works in multiple situations. And then sometimes what works for one child DOES NOT work for another! In this highlight episode, Juspreet talks with her friend and Audio Engineer, David Brown […]

In this episode, Lisa and Juspreet answer the question Who is Counting? as in the grams of sugar, the pennies and the dollars? How can we make our children more aware of their habits whether it is eating or spending? Also, they answer listener questions! Listen to the episode and then join the conversation on […]

Where did those sweaters come from?! Sometimes it takes the process of moving to make us realize just how much we have. How do we learn more about what we buy and how can we make choices that reflect what we value? In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about being Conscious Consumers in a […]

Do we have to wait for the One to come into our lives to fall in love or do we fall in love and then we have the One? This is the third podcast in a series on Marriage, where Lisa and Juspreet talk about how to give advice, the benefits of speaking to a […]

Marriage, Mistakes and Retakes is the 2nd part in a three part series on marriage and relationships. In this episode, Lisa and Juspreet talk about how we get advice about marriage. Is there a way to learn from the experience of others?

For many of us, when we are married we spend more time with that person than we do with any other person over the course of life. How does our marriage play a part in our parenting style? What effects do our relationships have on our children and the foundation that we build for our […]

The Art of Cleaning and Tidying is taking the country by storm. But are some people just naturally more prone to keeping their rooms and spaces cleaner ? Are there ways to teach tidying for more than just clothes and books? In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa discuss ways of bringing order to everything from […]

New Year, New You or in the case of this podcast episode, New Year and slightly different you! In this episode, Lisa and Juspreet talk about resolutions for a newer, better lifestyle. Listen in as Lisa describes a run in at a grocery store and how not everyone thinks kids playing “monster” is cute. (We […]

Working In, Working Out Life is busy with work, errands, social events and of course, kids birthday parties. So how do we make time to work out? In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about how fitness can be stress reducing BEFORE the holidays. Listen in for some workout ideas, tips and inspiration. What can […]

Why do so many women seem to be more susceptible to guilt and shame when it comes to the expectations of others?  Questions like Am I spending enough time with guests at my party? Should I do whatever everyone else is doing?  In this episode, Lisa and Juspreet talk about the guilt that often comes with […]

In this special episode, Juspreet and Lisa spend some time with an Army Veteran and super hero dad. Dennis. Dennis spent over 20 years in the Army as a dad of two daughters. After he retired from the Army,  and  he started life as a civilian with a new wife, a stepson and a new […]

How does the legacy of our parents and grandparents play a role in our own lives?  What impact can one generation have on the next one? In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about why self-reflection and self-exploration are important for children and adults alike. Your Story Matters and why it matters goes much deeper […]

How does the journey of IVF take its toll on marriage, mental health and household finances? Have we created space for men to be vulnerable about infertility? And can therapy be a part of the healing process? In this episode, Juspreet continues her conversation with Reena Sekhon on miscarriage, womanhood and maternity. Listen to the […]

Can the journey of waiting actually bring about healing and strength for a couple that is hoping to get pregnant? How does owning your own story lead  to and inspire deeper change in others? In this episode, Juspreet speaks to food & fashion blogger, Reena Sekhon about parenting,  love, pregnancy and miscarriage.  Listen in and then […]

Finding the right techniques to keep the lines of communication open in our lives takes practice, this is as true for parenting as any other responsibility. In this episode,  Juspreet and Lisa share some tips on how to get to know your child, their friend’s, teachers and friend’s parents too. These tips are not just […]

Kids and Parents are getting ready for a new school year, and sometimes that means more than just school supplies. How do you prepare your child and yourself for Bullying and other adverse social behavior?  In this Episode from our archive, Juspreet talks through rushing to school after a call about a school yard fight. […]

What do you do if your view on politics don’t necessarily match with the parents of your children’s friends?  What would you do if disagree with another parent while you are on a playdate? How do you determine if your friends want to talk about emotionally charged topics? In this episode, Lisa and Juspreet discuss […]

Preparing for a vacation can be more work than it worth especially if you outsource the packing to unsupervised children! In this episode, Juspreet talks about reconnecting with her children, family and husband on a vacation. She also gives her children a taste of boredom and all the wonderful things that can happen as a […]

How can we retain open spaces in our minds, heart and lives to connect with others?  Is this a quality that can be taught or is it inherent to our personality?  In this episode, Juspreet and Lisa talk about making connections and creating a world where we are not closing our children off to our […]

Sometimes when you are a parent, every day mundane errands are easy and breezy and other times they become epic sagas.  In this episode, Lisa describes a trip to the DMV where just about everything goes wrong. Just when she thinks things cannot get any worse, they do. And then- she experiences solidarity from others. […]