Babynama, a digital pediatric care platform, has successfully raised $700,000 in a seed funding round led by Good Capital. The round also saw participation from Amplify and several angel investors, including Abhishek Gupta of Fashinza, Ankit Gupta of Bicycle Health, Akshay Saxena of Avanti, and former BharatPe COO Dhruv Dhanraj Bahl. Additionally, a number of founders from the IIT Bombay network also invested in this round.
Founded in June 2022 by pediatrician Dr. Sumitra Meena and entrepreneur Ashish Meena, Babynama aims to make expert child healthcare accessible to parents through a chat-first platform. The Delhi-based startup claims to have answered over 1.5 million queries with an average response time of under two minutes, offering reliable and personalized medical advice around the clock.
The platform provides 24/7 pediatric support, a dedicated team of doctors, parent education programs, community engagement, and technology-driven care solutions. “We are aiming to tackle the critical gaps in pediatric care by providing accessible, affordable, and proactive solutions that empower parents to make informed decisions for their children’s health,” said Dr.
Babynama’s seed funding boost
Sumitra Meena. Babynama plans to use the newly raised funds to improve its technology infrastructure, expand its team of pediatricians and support staff, and strengthen its marketing efforts. “This initial funding round is an immense validator and kickstarts our mission to create a world where every child and mother’s health journey is smooth and stress-free, where technology makes every interaction better, and where our expert team is there to guide families every step of the way,” Dr.
Meena added. Babynama reported that it has helped nearly 200,000 parents get timely guidance and identify early signs of serious conditions such as respiratory distress, epilepsy, autism, and ADHD. Additionally, the startup claims to have more than 10,000 paying customers.
Babynama now plans to introduce third-trimester care programs, developmental initiatives, and interactive workshops to further empower parents in their child’s health journey. By providing accessible and prompt pediatric care, Babynama is poised to address significant gaps in child healthcare, making expert medical advice more reachable for parents everywhere.