The Dental Woman's Podcast

SummaryIn this inspiring interview with Dr Raabiha, Dr. Awaz Sharief shares her journey from childhood to becoming a successful dentist, educator, and coach. She discusses the importance of self-awareness, coaching, and following your passion to achieve fulfillment and balance in life.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Awaz's Journey00:49 The Impact of Childhood on Career02:38 Overcoming Struggles in Dental School04:49 The Need for Compassionate Teaching07:08 Finding Passion in Endodontics08:37 Navigating Career Paths in Dentistry10:31 Cultivating Curiosity and Problem-Solving13:00 The Value of Coaching in Personal Growth19:23 Investing in Self-Development for Dentists24:01 Finding Balance in Dentistry25:17 Empowering Women Through Coaching26:32 Navigating Modern Relationships28:43 The Transformative Power of Relationships32:10 Overcoming Personal Challenges36:59 The Importance of Support Networks41:19 Self-Awareness as a Compass for Life

SummaryIn this insightful conversation with Dr. Raabiha, Dr. Rana Al Falaki shares her journey of overcoming stress and burnout as a high-achieving woman. She discusses the early signs of stress, the importance of recognising personal wake-up calls, and the mind-body connection in managing well-being. Dr. Rana emphasises the need for self-awareness, setting boundaries, and the significance of values and gratitude in achieving a balanced life. She encourages listeners to embrace incremental changes and to prioritise their health and happiness, ultimately advocating for authenticity and self-love.Chapters00:00 A Day in the Life of a High Achiever00:14 The Cost of High Achievement05:49 Understanding Burnout and Stress11:32 The Mind-Body Connection16:56 Finding Balance in Life21:58 Facing the Past: A Journey of Healing24:41 The Quest for Self-Love and Forgiveness27:56 Understanding Self-Awareness and Consciousness30:35 Re-prioritising Life: Aligning with Your Values33:08 Manifesting Through Gratitude36:51 Shifting Mindsets: From 'Have To' to 'Get To'41:01 Prioritising Self and Family42:14 Challenging Beliefs and Societal Norms43:14 Integrating Life Domains for Fulfillment45:00 The Journey of Transformation47:13 From Knowledge to Action50:38 Setting Boundaries and Priorities

SummaryIn this episode of the Dental Woman's Podcast, Raabiha interviews Dr. Sonia, a medical doctor turned entrepreneur and CEO of a dental product company. Sonia shares her unique journey from practicing medicine to developing innovative dental products, emphasizing the importance of understanding both the clinical and customer perspectives. She discusses the challenges and opportunities in the healthcare tech space, the significance of a growth mindset, and the value of building a strong team culture. Sonia also reflects on her experiences as a woman in business, her leadership style, and her evolving definition of success.Chapters00:00 – Intro00:37 – Dr. Sonia’s Journey01:16 – From Medicine to Business01:53 – Discovering Innovation at BCG03:34 – Building Her First Health-Tech Product06:17 – Spotting the Aligner Gap08:28 – Imposter Syndrome as an Advantage11:02 – Creating Dentist-Led Tech11:53 – Customer Obsession vs Competition13:42 – Expanding Into Sleep Health16:38 – Mindset: Grit, Failure & Growth21:51 – Inside 32Co’s Innovation Culture22:15 – Building a High-Performance Team27:46 – Values: Trust, Solutions & Empathy34:40 – Women in Leadership42:46 – Redefining Success & Happiness47:31 – Closing

SummaryIn this heartfelt conversation with Raabiha, Emma Barclay shares her journey through love, loss, and motherhood. From her early days in dentistry to the tragic loss of her fiancé Adam, Emma discusses the challenges of single parenting, the importance of community support, and the struggle with mum guilt. She emphasizes the need for self-care and the journey of rediscovering oneself after loss. Emma's story is one of resilience, love, and the ongoing quest for personal growth amidst life's challenges.Chapters00:00 Emma's Journey in Dentistry and Personal Life00:48 The Love Story and Family Life02:35 Tragedy Strikes: Loss and Grief08:14 Finding Strength and New Identity11:53 Navigating Life as a Single Parent13:27 The Importance of Community and Support15:21 Navigating Domestic Help and Gender Roles16:23 Finding Joy in Dentistry and Community18:14 The Journey of Self-Discovery in Motherhood20:34 Struggles of Balancing Work and Family Life23:40 The Importance of Honesty in Mental Health26:22 The Challenges of Motherhood and Guilt28:03 Coping with Loss and Its Impact on Parenting30:25 Rediscovering Oneself After Trauma34:36 The Necessity of Self-Care for Mothers37:06 Breaking the Cycle of Mum Guilt

You can have the title, the career, the respect. But something always gives. For Dr. Farzeela Rupani, being a CMO and a mum has meant learning that you can’t do it all, at least not all at once.In her first ever podcast, Farzeela joins Dr. Raabiha Maan on The Dental Woman’s Podcast to talk about what life really looks like behind the title. She shares how she got the job everyone wants to know about, how she balances motherhood while travelling the world, and what it took to stop chasing perfection.Together they talk about the guilt that comes with leadership, the pressure to never look weak, and how she’s learning to ask for help and take care of herself along the way.This is an honest conversation about ambition, growth and letting go of the idea that success has to mean sacrifice.🎙️ The Dental Woman’s Podcast — conversations that make you feel seen.Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 02:15 – How She Became a CMO 08:40 – The Reality Behind the Title 14:20 – Motherhood, Travel, and Trying to Do It All 22:10 – The Pressure to Be Strong 30:45 – Letting Go of Perfection 38:15 – The Village Behind Every Working Mum 44:00 – Learning to Ask for Help 50:20 – Redefining Balance and Self-Care 58:30 – Growth, Gratitude, and What’s Next 01:03:00 – Closing Reflections

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Sarika Shah shares her journey through infertility and IVF, emphasizing the importance of resilience and self-awareness. She discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding career in dentistry with motherhood, offering practical advice on time management, self-care, and creating a positive work culture. Sarika highlights the significance of authentic leadership and the need for women to prioritize their well-being amidst life's challenges. Her insights encourage listeners to reflect on their values and take actionable steps towards fulfillment.TakeawaysInfertility can be a long and challenging journey, but resilience is key.Self-awareness helps in managing stress and relationships during tough times.Surrounding yourself with positive influences can improve mental health.Taking small breaks for self-care is essential for busy professionals.Time management is crucial for balancing work and personal life.Creating a supportive work culture enhances team performance.Authenticity in leadership fosters a positive environment.It's important to prioritize quality time with family amidst busy schedules.Letting go of perfectionism can lead to greater peace of mind.Regular reflection on personal values can guide life decisions.Chapters00:00 The Journey of Infertility and Self-Discovery03:26 Building Strong Relationships Through Adversity05:43 Advice for Women Facing Infertility08:15 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Action11:05 Creating Non-Negotiables for Time Management13:47 Finding Balance in a Busy Life16:24 The Role of Nature in Stress Relief19:08 The Impact of Modern Life on Stress Levels21:41 Finding Flow in Dentistry23:15 Cultivating a Positive Work Culture26:12 The Importance of Self-Leadership28:38 Navigating Leadership Challenges31:56 The Role of Self-Awareness in Leadership35:00 Balancing Business and Motherhood37:34 Quality Time in Relationships40:56 Lessons Learned in Motherhood and Business45:20 Prioritizing Well-Being and Self-Care

SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Dr Raabiha Maan and Dr. Suchi Vaidya explore the journey from being an associate dentist to becoming a practice owner, emphasizing the importance of purpose, holistic health, and leadership. They discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood with a demanding career, the significance of building a supportive team culture, and the need for self-care and personal growth. Suchi shares her insights on integrating holistic practices into dentistry and the importance of listening and self-reflection in leadership. The conversation concludes with reflections on authenticity, gratitude, and creating a supportive workplace for women in the dental field.TakeawaysLife as an associate dentist can be fulfilling and carefree.Finding purpose in dentistry goes beyond just the occupation.Building a supportive team culture is essential for practice success.Leadership involves inspiring and guiding your team effectively.Listening and self-reflection are crucial for personal and professional growth.Balancing motherhood and business ownership is a challenging yet rewarding journey.Self-care is vital for maintaining well-being as a business owner.Creating a supportive workplace for women enhances loyalty and commitment.Authenticity and gratitude are key to personal fulfillment.Investing in your team leads to long-term success and employee retention.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Life as a Dentist Before Motherhood05:09 Finding Purpose in Practice Ownership06:20 Integrating Holistic Health in Dentistry13:24 Creating a Supportive Practice Environment18:03 Challenges of Practice Ownership and Leadership18:22 The Power of Listening19:45 Coaching and Personal Growth21:12 Understanding Team Dynamics through DISC Analysis23:15 Balancing Business and Personal Relationships25:27 Navigating Motherhood and Career28:01 The Journey to Parenthood33:14 Lessons from Pregnancy and Birth36:48 Navigating Motherhood and Guilt39:32 Finding Balance: Organization and Self-Care43:09 Well-Being Tips for Busy Moms46:53 The Importance of Self-Care and Setting Boundaries50:26 Creating Supportive Workplaces for Mothers54:42 Advice for the Future: Embracing Authenticity

Surviving Domestic Abuse-Coco’s StoryDomestic abuse doesn’t always look the way you think. In this powerful conversation, Dr Raabiha Maan and Dr Devinia Lavan Iswaran (a.k.a Coco) unpack the hidden realities of emotional abuse, gaslighting, and the long journey to healing.Coco shares her personal story of surviving 19 years in an abusive relationship and how she transformed her experience into advocacy within the dental community. Together, we explore the importance of building a support network, breaking cycles of abuse, and shifting from victimhood to survivor identity.Key takeaways:*Abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of background or education.*No one has the right to hit or abuse you.*Building a strong support network is crucial.*Healing takes time, but it is possible.*Awareness and open conversations can change futures.🎧 Listen now to hear Coco’s story and join us in raising awareness about domestic abuse in dentistry and beyond.✨ Hosted by Dr. Raabiha Maan | Powered by Dental Mums NetworkChapters00:00:03 Introduction and Coco's Background00:00:59 The Hidden Struggles Behind Closed Doors00:02:16 Cycle of Abuse and Realization00:04:20 Challenges of Leaving and Finding Strength00:07:44 Support Networks and Community00:14:36 Awareness and Education on Abuse00:20:07 Different Types of Abuse00:32:01 Raising Awareness and Empowerment00:37:03 Survivor Mentality and Self-Care