Can you be a devoted mom and build a thriving career? Or does one always come at the cost of the other?

In this inspiring episode of The Modern Indian Parent Podcast, Rinie Gupta speaks with Anjali Harjani, founder of the global babywear brand Malabar Baby, about the real, unfiltered journey of being an ambitious mother.

From starting her business with a newborn to battling mom guilt, breastfeeding pressure, and outsider judgment, Anjali opens up about what it truly takes to build a career without sacrificing your identity.

Whether you're just returning to work, building your own brand, or constantly wondering if you’re doing “enough”—this episode will remind you that you’re not alone, and you don’t have to choose between your dreams and your family.

Chapters:

03:19 Meet Anjali Harjani: Founder of Malabar Baby

03:58 The Stigma Around Ambition in Mothers

08:09 Building Confidence Before and After Motherhood

11:35 The Beginning of Malabar Baby

14:02 Starting a Business While Raising a Baby

15:58 Struggles of Trusting Others with Your Baby

20:51 Choking Your Ambition: Why We Need to Let Go

22:06 Letting Grandparents Build Their Own Bond

26:15 Setting Boundaries With Caregivers

29:58 Breastfeeding, Bottle Feeding & Formula Guilt

35:15 Overcommunication With Kids Builds Trust

38:22 How Families Can Help Moms Stay in the Workforce

39:52 Leading With Openness, Trust & Shared Responsibility

43:02 Embracing the Pause and Pivoting in Your Career

44:59 Final Words: “You Can Have It All, But Not All At Once”

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Anjali Harjani, Founder of Malabar Baby

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