2 weeks Ago By Priya Singh
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman endorsed Cradlewise's smart crib, revealing he and his partner Oliver Mulherin have been using it for their newborn son, born in February. In a post on social media platform X, Altman shared his parenting journey, writing: “We bought a lot of silly baby things that we haven’t needed but definitely I recommend a Cradlewise crib and a lot more burp rags than you think you could possibly need.” Thanks for loving us @sama .
The AI god’s trust in the smarts of @cradlewise means a lot to us. Wishing you all more 💤— Radhika | Cradlewise (@radhikagandhi) April 14, 2025 The post quickly gained traction, leading to a heartfelt response from Cradlewise CEO Radhika Patil, who wrote: “Thanks for loving us Sam Altman. The AI god’s trust in the smarts of Cradlewise means a lot to us.
” Cradlewise, a startup co-founded in 2016 by Radhika and Bharath Patil, operates from both the United States and India. The company is recognized for its innovative smart crib designed to enhance infant sleep. The crib uses motion and sound to detect signs of wakefulness and gently soothe the baby back to sleep.
The idea for the product emerged from the couple’s personal parenting experience after the birth of their first child, and it has since gained popularity among modern parents looking for tech-assisted solutions to childcare challenges. ALSO SEE: Apple Celebrates 10 Years Of Activity Rings With Global Close Your Rings Day: How To Earn Digital Badges, Rewards The smart crib is priced at $1,999 in the United States and around ₹1.5 lakh in India, making it a premium product in the infant care market.
Its ability to automatically respond to a baby’s needs with minimal parent intervention has resonated with parents seeking convenience and improved sleep quality for their infants. Our all-in-one smart crib is the smarter choice - Sam said it, not us! (okay..
. maybe us too) https://t.co/IES1To7txt — Cradlewise (@cradlewise) April 14, 2025 Radhika Patil, who currently resides in the US, brings a strong educational background to the startup.
She holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Design from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru and a Bachelor’s degree from Stanford University. This combination of global education and personal motivation has been key in shaping Cradlewise and its approach to blending technology with early childhood care..
