After the birth of my second child, Chetan, I jumped right back into work, convinced by the hustle culture that I needed to keep my startup thriving.
The pressure of competing with other founders led me to disregard the essential recovery time after childbirth, resulting in a significant toll on my health.
The U.S. stands alone among wealthy nations, lacking a national paid parental leave policy, forcing many to navigate a confusing patchwork of options.
Women-owned businesses now make up nearly 40% of all companies in the U.S., yet self-employed mothers often lack crucial support and safety nets.
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