Raising Parents

Everyone knows Sonali Krishna for her work, but this is the most personal part of her story.In this episode, she opens up about becoming the “parent” to her own parents, navigating her father’s CKD and dementia, her bond with her mother, and the tough choices around caregiving and senior homes.️ Hosted by Meenakshi Menon Episode 5 ft. Sonali Krishna releasing on 16th April 11am.#RaisingParents #Podcast #SonaliKrishna #AgingParents #Mothers #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal #OldParents #IndependentWomen #Parenting #Parents #Fathers

This episode isn't just as conversation! It's about breaking generational patterns, unlearing and healing. Neha Kanabar, founder of UNIMO shares her personal journey of being raised by her grandparents after being separated from her parents at a young age, how that shaped her identity and independence and relationship with family.With this one we are diving deep into emotional layers, unspoken memories of growing away from parents, the myth of "supermom", effects of patriarchy on parenting and accepting parents as humans too.  Watch now and join the conversation. Subscribe for more honest stories on learning-unlearning, raising parents and role reversal.#RaisingParents #Podcast #NehaKanabar #UNIMO #AgingParents #Mothers #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal #OldParents #IndependentWomen #Supermom #Parenting #Parents #Patriarchy

As we grow up, reality hits and we start seeing shades of our parents in ourselves… even when we try to deny it.In the upcoming episode of Raising Parents Ep 4, Neha Kanabar, founder of UNIMO, opens up about growing up away from her parents and being raised by her grandparents, and how that shaped her independence and identity.From questioning the idea of “Supermom” to realising that our parents are just as human as we are, this episode is all about deep reflection on childhood, identity, and breaking generational patterns.️ Hosted by Meenakshi MenonEpisode 4 ft. Neha Kanabar releasing on 2nd April 11am. Stay tuned!#RaisingParents #Podcast #NehaKanabar #UNIMO #AgingParents #Mothers #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal #OldParents #IndependentWomen #Supermom #Parenting #Parents #Patriarchy

What happens when a child comes out to their parents?In this episode of Raising Parents, Meenakshi Menon sits down with Yogi and Kabeer, a gay couple, to talk about family, identity and acceptance.Yogi grew up in a conservative marwadi family and Kabeer in a sighle-parent household. Through all the confusion and arguments, one thing remained constant for them was they were never rejected by their families.This one is vulnerable, honest and all about loving your family and learning to raise our parents. Watch now and join the conversation. Subscribe for more honest stories on raising parenting and navigating relationships.#RaisingParents #YogiandKabeer #AgingParents #GayCouple #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal #ComingOut

From a conservative Marwadi household trying everything to “fix” Yogi — from babas to lawyers, to Kabeer navigating difficult conversations with his sister in a single-parent family, this teaser is a glimpse into their deeply personal story. Hosted by Meenakshi Menon Episode 3 ft. Yogi & Kabeer releasing on 19th March 11am. Stay tuned! #raisingparents #podcast #parentchildrelationship #gaycouple #yogiandkabeer #agingparents

Punit Pania goes philosophical! Often termed the intelligent citizen's comedian, Punit Pania breaks down the complexity of adulthood, aging parents and role reversal. From being an only child to fondly calling Indian parents “the OG gaslighters", Pania talks about letting go, choosing not to marry, and why sometimes growth means accepting your parents as they are.As he says: Tragedy + timing = comedy.This episode is Funny. Sharp. Deeply relatable! Watch now and join the conversation.Subscribe for more honest stories on reverse parenting and growing up.#RaisingParents #AgingParents #PunitPania #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal" 

It's sharp. It's funny. It's uncomfortable! Hosted by Meenakshi MenonEpisode 2 ft. Punit Pania releasing on 5th March 11am. Stay tuned!#RaisingParents #AgingParents #PunitPania #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal

What happens when the daughter your parents raised becomes the adult who now raises them? Actor, model, and entrepreneur Dipannita Sharma joins Raising Parents to share her deeply personal journey — caring for her father through Alzheimer’s , grieving his loss, and now supporting her aging mother emotionally and financially alongside her sister. She speaks about the values she grew up with, the fierce love that binds siblings and parents, and the quiet, everyday fear of losing the people who once felt invincible. With gentle yet unflinching questions, host Meenakshi Menon opens up a conversation we rarely have in public — about illness, decline, role reversals, and why aging parents remain a taboo topic in many Indian homes. This episode is for anyone who: Is caring for a parent Has lost one Or knows that moment may be somewhere on the horizonAnd wants to show up with a little more courage, softness, and grace. ️ Watch now and join the conversation. Subscribe for more honest stories on caregiving and family.KeywordsRaising Parents, Meenakshi Menon, Dipannita Sharma, aging parents, Alzheimer’s caregiving, Indian families, grief and loss, conscious caregiving, elder care, role reversal, adult children, parent-child dynamics, taboo topics, emotional resilience, sibling support, sandwich generation, family values, Indian podcast, caregiving stories

Somewhere between growing up & getting older, time changed and roles shifted. A conversation on love, care and responsibility. Hosted by Meenakshi Menon Episode 1 ft. Dipannita Sharma releasing on 19th Feb. 11am. Stay tuned!#RaisingParents #AgingParents #DipannitaSharma #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal

We have a peculiar love-hate relationship with parents that evolves as we all grow up, and yet, there is an intense vacuum left behind when a parent is gone. It’s the "empty feeling" in your daily schedule and the realization that every day, those we love are getting a little older. If you’re currently in the phase of "raising your parents," this one is for you. Make the most of the time you have left.Hosted by Meenakshi MenonFull episode dropping soon. Stay tuned.#RaisingParents #AgingParents #FamilyLove #OldAge #RoleReversal