Why Hustling Harder Fails Parents Building Startups

Across numerous conversations spanning the years, I have engaged with countless business owners who juggle the demands of entrepreneurship alongside parenting responsibilities.

And why I launched a community for founders raising kids

I have encountered a wide array of founders in my interactions, ranging from independent solo developers constructing their own projects to authors who are expanding their speaking engagements and platforms. There are also close acquaintances who have kicked off coffee shops while managing infants right alongside their ventures. Among them, some are diligently bootstrapping their operations, others are embarking on their third entrepreneurial endeavor, and a significant number are either pivoting their strategies or adapting swiftly to rapidly evolving market conditions. Quite a few are in the midst of scaling their businesses to new heights, all while navigating the complexities of family life.

Nadia Ellsworth
Nadia Ellsworth

Nadia Ellsworth is a writer and former therapist specializing in stress, emotional regulation, and women's mental health. Her work explores the psychological dimensions of rest—why so many women struggle to give themselves permission to pause, and how chronic stress quietly undermines sleep and recovery. Nadia's approach is gentle and exploratory; she invites readers to examine their relationship with rest without judgment. Her writing bridges mental health awareness and practical self-care, always emphasizing self-compassion over self-optimization.

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