In Conversation with Malika Sadani: Building The Moms Co., Family Road Trips & Lessons from a Life in Motion
Malika Sadani's path began with engineering, an MBA, and corporate roles—until motherhood changed everything. 'Entrepreneurship just happened by chance,' she says, after struggling to find safe skincare for her daughter in London. That challenge led to The Moms Co., inspired by conversations with fellow moms.
'We wanted to create products that we could use fearlessly on our kids and ourselves,' she explains. Her husband Mohit joined as her 'first hire – and the toughest one,' she laughs. Together, they embraced 'work-life integration,' blending business with family life.
Redefining Holidays: From Hustle to Heartfelt Getaways
Whether it's rafting in Bali during a surprise rainstorm or watching glaciers shift in Iceland, Malika's holiday stories are equal parts thrilling and heartfelt. Family traditions include road trip games like creating chain stories and spotting cars in rainbow colours, or listening to travel playlists curated by their younger daughter.
The family balances exploration with relaxation. 'We look for places with scenic beauty and enough activity to keep everyone engaged,' Malika explains. A perfect holiday for her? A beach destination with mild weather, calm vibes, and a chance to simply unwind.
When not globetrotting, Malika finds peace in simple pleasures: board games like UNO and Mastermind with her daughters, or zoning out with a feel-good chick flick on Netflix. 'At the end of a long day, you need something that doesn't require your brain,' she jokes.
As the episode wraps, Malika leaves viewers with heartfelt advice for anyone navigating the demands of work and family: 'You may be doing great work, but memories aren't made at your desk. Step out, explore, and create moments outside the ordinary. That's where real magic lies.'
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