Welcome to the intersection of Dentistry and Diapers.
(The Professional Side) By day, I am a dentist. I spent years studying anatomy, pharmacology, and oral surgery. I know exactly how to treat a cavity and how to spot gum disease from a mile away.
(The Mom Side) But at home? I am just “Mom” to a 4-year-old who thinks toothpaste is a snack and that brushing is a form of torture.
(The “Why”) I started Smiles & Shadows because I realized that the textbooks don’t teach you how to handle a screaming toddler at 9 PM. I wanted to create a space where we can talk about the real struggles of motherhood—from the “Smiles” (keeping our kids healthy) to the “Shadows” (the mental load, the PPD, and the exhaustion).
(The Promise) Here, you will find dentist-approved tips that actually work for real families, along with honest stories about my life as a mom in India.
No judgment. Just support.