Guftagu with Ghazal Alagh: Motherhood, Postpartum Depression and Building MamaEarth

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Ghazal Alagh, the founder of Mamaearth, as she takes us through her incredible journey—both personal and professional. Ghazal opens up about her early years growing up in Chandigarh and the financial challenges that shaped her personality and outlook on life. She delves into her relationship with her husband and how their shared experiences helped them navigate life’s ups and downs. Ghazal also shares intimate details about her pregnancy journey, the struggles with postpartum, and the challenges she faced with weight gain during pregnancy—offering an honest and relatable perspective for many women. Beyond her personal journey, Ghazal talks about her experience as a judge on Shark Tank India, shedding light on the impact the show is creating in the Indian entrepreneurial ecosystem and how it’s inspiring the next generation of business owners. Tune in to hear Ghazal’s story of resilience, growth, and her unwavering passion for creating a brand that resonates with millions. 🎧 Watch now and join the conversation in the comments! 00:00 - Precap 02:12 - One piece of advice to your younger self 05:22 - childhood and family 10:20 - Lessen learnt from incident 04:36 - My mother is my guiding force 20:20 - How I met Varun 26:17 - Journey into Painting 31:00 - Through Difficult Pregnancies 34:00 - I was into Postpartum depression 40:50 - motherhood and parenting 45:30 - How 'Mama Earth' started 51:00 - Initial years of 'Mama Earth' 56:35 - Journey of Shark Tank 59:00 - Rapid fire with Ghazal Alagh