New Work‑Play Space “Tiger Mama” to Open in Troy, Redefining Family Business in Upstate New York

A group of four women are set to launch Tiger Mama, a combined work and play center in Troy, New York, by the end of November. At 7,000 square feet, the facility will include a kids’ indoor play area, party spaces, a communal kitchen, a nursing station, dining area, and even office space for parents needing to work—all structured to create a “third space” that’s neither home nor work but supportive of both family life and professional needs.

The founders bring diverse backgrounds: one is an artist with banking experience, another is an educator, another a small business owner, and the fourth an attorney. Their mission is to build a calm, inclusive environment that avoids overstimulation while fostering connection, community, and support for different caregiving styles. They want parents to feel welcome, relaxed, and able to both nurture their children and tend to professional or personal tasks without the pressure of traditional childcare or rigid schedules.

The opening of Tiger Mama reflects a growing trend in upstate New York toward spaces that combine utility and community, where local entrepreneurs are innovating to meet the overlapping needs of work, family, and lifestyle. This business model may offer a compelling blueprint for similar ventures elsewhere, especially as remote or hybrid work remains common and parents seek more flexible, integrated solutions.