Dr. Sonali Santhanam Founder, Birth Basix
Dr. Sonali Santhanam has over 20 years of experience in physical therapy and 14 years in Lactation and Child Birth Education. She founded Birth Basix to address critical gaps in women’s health services in India, empowering women from adolescence through menopause. Originally from Mumbai, Dr. Sonali earned her Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Pittsburgh, USA. Her personal journey through pregnancy highlighted the need for comprehensive, evidence-based support for women at every stage of life, inspiring her to create a space where women feel supported, strong, and informed.