Birthdays now
I celebrated my 35th birthday last weekend. I feel both old and young. I know there’s both, much to accomplish… Continue reading Birthdays now
Author: Sampada Deshpande
End of Maternity Leave 2.0
I visited my dentist today. ‘It’s been a while since we last saw you- how old is your baby?’ I… Continue reading End of Maternity Leave 2.0
Happy birthday Baby V!
Baby V is three weeks old today. I can’t believe how fast time has flown this time around. I remember… Continue reading Happy birthday Baby V!
Gratitude journal 2025
10 things I’m grateful for in 2025 Tis’ the season to be grateful and so I shall be! I could’ve… Continue reading Gratitude journal 2025
Becoming a kickass working parent
If you look at it from the perspective of an employer, many of us young parents can be a liability.… Continue reading Becoming a kickass working parent
Our move to California
I am constantly asked why we moved to California. Sometimes after I mention going to dental school in Seattle. Sometimes… Continue reading Our move to California
Aashvi Smiles and other life updates
Admittedly, the last few months have been so busy that I haven’t had much time to sit, think or write.… Continue reading Aashvi Smiles and other life updates
A rich and full life
On the recommendation of a friend, I started reading a new book recently. It’s called the Montessori Toddler by Simone… Continue reading A rich and full life
Aashvi Smiles
I didn’t know this while I was pregnant, or going through the stressful first few months of having a newborn,… Continue reading Aashvi Smiles
Practice
Since the beginning of this year, I find myself in the mood to study. Last year, because of the baby’s… Continue reading Practice