This is How you Recover from your Childhood Trauma! | Dr Ravi Malik x Karishma Mehta | Realign

“Silent punishment is worse than hitting your child.”

It may sound extreme — but it’s something Dr. Ravi Malik, one of India’s top pediatricians, has seen time and again.

With over 30 years of experience, and leadership roles at the Indian Academy of Pediatrics and Indian Medical Association, Dr. Malik brings both medical insight and real-world wisdom to the parenting table.

From screen time to tantrums, walkers to food struggles, and ADHD to overprotective parenting — this conversation is packed with clarity, science, and compassion.

In this episode, we spoke about:
🍼 Why screen time should be zero for children under 2
🤫 How silent treatment can damage a child more than yelling
🚼 The hidden risks of walkers, salt, and early development
🧠 Early signs of ADHD & Autism — and when not to panic
📚 Whether homeschooling is a privilege or a necessity
🧸 Tantrums, boundaries, and how to actually discipline with love
🛡️ What every parent must know about good touch & bad touch

This conversation might just change the way you parent.
Whether you’re a new parent, a soon-to-be one, or simply trying to do better — Dr. Malik brings a mix of science, sensitivity, and real talk you won’t want to miss.

#paediatrics #podcast #humansofbombay

Timestamps:
00:00 - Precap
02:23 - Welcoming Dr. Ravi Malik
04:31 - Positive Parenting
06:05 - Screen time
15:12 - Punishment
20:30 - Essential teachings
28:40 - Parenting as a skill
30:33 - Silent treatment
33:30 - Protecting the child
36:08 - Academic pressure
39:12 - Gardener vs Carpenter parent
40:10 - How to make children eat?
44:36 - Identifying ADHD/AUTISM
48:24 - Comparisons among kids
50:10 - Grandparent vs Parents
54:04 - Height-Weight metrics
58:05 - Giving freedom to the child
01:02:30 - Personal Parenting tips
01:08:54 - Financial literacy
01:13:13 - Homeschooling
01:15:10 - Age apt. content
01:17:40 - Issues for future generations
01:21:40 - Closing thoughts

Links
Realign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realignpod?...
Humans of Bombay Instagram:    / @humansofbombay2801  
Uncovered by Humans of Bombay:    / @humansofbombayuncovered  
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/huma...

Karishma Mehta:
Instagram:   / karimehta05  
LinkedIn:   / karishma-mehta-b22151174  

Dr Ravi Malik:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drravimalik...
Facebook:   / drravimalik  

About Realign –
Explore the confluence of science, spirituality, and wellness and get empowered to navigate the complexities of modern life. 'Realign' isn’t just a podcast; it's a deep breath, a moment of clarity…an oasis of mindful living.
With every episode, delve into mind-expanding conversations with experts, thought leaders, and visionaries who challenge the way we approach growth. And through these conversations, create a blueprint for mindful living.
If you're seeking clarity, purpose, or simply looking to realign your life, this podcast is your North Star. It's time to realign – mind, body, and soul!

About Humans of Bombay –
Humans of Bombay is a movement that started 11 years ago. We believe that every person has a story to tell and we want to help them tell these stories. In these years we’ve published stories across genres – stories of love, hope, faith and courage. And through our storytelling, we’ve built an engaged community of over 6M!
Our idea is simple – to strike a chord with our community and catalog the beat of humanity, one story at a time.