For many mothers with multiple children, life is a constant balancing act. From early morning breakfasts to late-night homework, from caring for sick family members to stretching every Lari to feed their children — there’s often little time left for themselves. Their dreams are often postponed. Learning a new profession? Starting a business? For many, these ideas feel far away, if not impossible. 

Although their business is still growing, they’ve already created business cards, built a Facebook page, and connected with local medical professionals.  However, challenges remain. They dream of opening a full rehabilitation center, a goal that requires more equipment, space, and funding.

“People need to know what we offer and where to find us. We’re doing all we can,” says Maia, - “But it’s hard to grow when rents are high and resources are low, but we’re moving forward.”

Despite the challenges, their hearts remain open. Already, their work has made a real difference: they have provided free massage therapy to children from vulnerable families supported by ERTAD project, and in one case, helped detect a misdiagnosed health condition, leading to timely surgery and a full recovery.

“This work gives me a sense of purpose. Others supported me when I needed it now I can give back.”

What started as a casual conversation at a parenting training turned into a life-changing partnership. With the support of the ERTAD project, Eka and Maia transformed a shared idea into a meaningful, sustainable business, creating hope and opportunity not just for themselves, but for their families and community.

Their journey shows us what women can achieve when they are seen, heard, and supported and when they stand together, not as competitors, but as good partners. 

“This project brought us together. Now we’re building something not just for ourselves, but for others too.”