32. Become A Montessori Parent

Are you a mother feeling overwhelmed by the myriad of parenting advice out there? Looking for a nurturing approach to help your child thrive?

In this enlightening episode of The Modern Indian Parent Podcast, host Sanchita Daswani, a pediatric nutritionist, welcomes Ankita Bagri Chandak, a certified Montessori educator and positive parenting coach.

Together, they dive deep into the world of child-led learning, discussing the importance of following your child’s lead in their educational journey.

This episode is a must-listen for mothers of children under 10, offering practical insights and tips on how to embrace Montessori principles without feeling overwhelmed.

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🎯 What You’ll Learn

✅ What is Montessori and how does it differ from traditional education?
✅ Why following the child’s lead is crucial for their growth
✅ Key Montessori principles that every parent should know
✅ How to implement Montessori at home—even if your child doesn’t attend a Montessori school
✅ Why Montessori is sometimes criticized and how to address concerns
✅ The role of baby-led weaning in Montessori parenting
✅ How to introduce Montessori principles if your family isn’t on board
✅ Why community is essential for Montessori parenting

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👩‍⚕️ Connect With The Hosts

Sanchita Daswani (Co-Host, Pediatric Nutritionist): https://www.instagram.com/sanchitadaswani/

Rinie Gupta (Co-Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant): https://www.instagram.com/riniegupta/

🤝 Connect With The Guest

Ankita Bagri Chandak (Montessori Educator & Positive Parenting Coach): https://www.instagram.com/followyourchild/

📌 Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro
03:06 Ankita’s Journey into Montessori
05:13 Understanding Montessori
06:26 Importance of Following the Child
08:52 Key Concepts of Montessori
10:54 Getting Started with Montessori
13:52 Why Does Montessori Receive Criticism?
15:46 Tools and Materials for Montessori
21:01 Baby-Led Weaning the Montessori Way
22:17 Is Montessori for Every Child?
24:21 How to Implement Montessori If Families Are Not on Board
25:22 Can You Implement Montessori at Home If Your Child Doesn’t Go to a Montessori School?
26:55 The Importance of Community for Montessori
29:42 How to Start Montessori If Your Child Is Older
31:30 How to Work with Ankita

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