Bengaluru startup founders bring their newborn to work, “If he creates any trouble and disturbance, do…..”

A Bengaluru-based couple has sparked a conversation about work-life balance by bringing their toddler son to their startup office, challenging traditional workplace dynamics and offering a candid look at modern parenting.

Puneet and Richa Manuja, co-founders of mental health platform YourDOST, shared their journey of integrating parenthood with entrepreneurship through a LinkedIn post. The couple candidly discussed the overwhelming challenges of simultaneously nurturing their child, Rudra, and their business.

"One of the most challenging situations for us as couple founders is balancing our newborn with our other baby YourDOST," Puneet revealed. The couple experienced sleepless nights, persistent guilt, and continuous self-doubt about their ability to excel in both parental and professional roles.