Press Room
The official MAI space for journalists, editors, and storytellers. Here you’ll find the latest news, feature stories, reports, and downloadable media resources.
Connect with our Media contact to interview our visionary Founders, explore community stories, and learn more about MAI
Founders: Dr. Sayli Natu & Kshitija Karmarkar
Media Contact: Neha Joshi, Head of Media Relations & PR
Email for Press & Media Correspondence: maipressteam@gmail.com
MAI: By the Numbers
1,200+
Members
Growth from 10 to 1,200+ members in just 2 years, built entirely through word of mouth and the collective passion of moms uplifting one another toward healthy motherhood.
36 Chapters
City-specific and topic-specific chapters where moms connect over shared interests like Kids Lunchbox Ideas, Fitness Clubs, Book Clubs, and more
5000+ monthly
Conversations
5000+ monthly conversations across MAI hubs, where moms exchange experiences, share practical advice, and build lasting friendships rooted in support rather than judgment or competition.
20+
Collaborations
Community-wide collaborations with mompreneurs to champion their small business growth.
15+yearLY
Events
Family-focused cultural celebrations and events held across North America to foster cultural connection and exposure.
Videos & Images
Founder Quotes For Media Use
Sayli Natu
MAI, for me, is a bridge to the culture and language many women left behind but deeply wish to share with their children. As an American born and raised myself, I always longed for a connection to my Marathi roots, but with few Marathi families around me, I discovered the beauty and depth of the culture much later in life.
Through MAI, every tradition like Bhondla, Diwali Pahat, and Mangalagaur is more than a celebration; it is a chance for our North American-born kids to grow up surrounded by the Marathi spirit I once yearned for.
Dreams are coming true, and I am ever so grateful to everyone making it happen!
Kshitija Karmarkar
I remember the laughter that filled our festivals in Pune, the rhythm of folk songs, and the sense of togetherness that shaped my childhood. Moving away made me realize how deeply those moments formed my identity and strength.
Through MAI, we found a sisterhood of Marathi mothers who became Mavshis to other kids and friends-like-family to fellow Aais, something we all miss from back home. Each Aai brought back the warmth, guidance, and shared laughter that make a new country feel like home.
Through MAI’s chapters and hubs, we are not just celebrating traditions; we are rebuilding the emotional fabric of home for every mother and child, wherever they live.