Supporting Mothers and Babies Every Step of the Way
Complete Mother and Baby Care from Preconception Planning to Postpartum Recovery.

VEENA ANAND
Licensed Maternal Healthcare Expert | Social Worker (Medical & Psychiatry) | CAPPA Certified Pregnancy Fitness Educator | Lactation & Postnatal Specialist
Veena Anand, founder of HAALU (Divine Love) and Licensed Maternal Healthcare Expert, brings over 15 years of experience in healthcare social work, grief counselling, and holistic maternal care. As the founder of a trusted mother and child care center in Erode, she brings together modern maternity care and traditional timeless wellness practices to support women through every stage of motherhood.
Her approach focuses on preconception care, pregnancy support, childbirth preparation, emotional well-being, lactation guidance, and postpartum care. Through personalized maternal and child care, Haalu aims to create a nurturing environment where mothers feel supported physically, emotionally, and mentally throughout their motherhood journey.
"Motherhood is a sacred transformation. My objective is to empower every mother with timeless wisdom, evidence-based practices, and compassionate care so she feels confident, calm, and deeply nurtured."
— Veena Anand, Founder & Licensed Maternal Healthcare Expert, HAALUHolistic Care Specialities
Academic Credentials & Certifications
Pregnancy Fitness Educator
CAPPA (International) • 2025Comprehensive educator certification in prenatal fitness & birthing movement.
Pre & Postnatal Yoga, Baby Massage & Garbhasanskar
Yogakulam Academy (Intl) • 2024Specialized certifications in maternal yoga therapy and ancient Garbhasanskar techniques.
Maternal, Infant, Young Children & Adolescent Nutrition
IIPH Delhi • 2022Expert training in maternal, infant, young children and adolescent nutrition.
Infant & Young Child Feeding in Emergencies
UNICEF • 2022Certified in Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (UNICEF 2022).
Advanced Certified Lactation Professional
Begin Ed India • 2021Expert lactation management, latch troubleshooting, and breastfeeding support.
Basics in Psychosocial Palliative Care
Tata Memorial Hospital • 2019/2022Specialized certified training in psychosocial palliative care and supportive emotional guidance.
NGO Excellence Program
S.P. Jain Institute of Management • 2017Executive leadership and non-profit management excellence program.
Applied Basics Counselling Skills
ASHA Counselling & Therapy Center • 2016Certified training in applied counselling skills, emotional support, and therapeutic practices.
M.S.W. (Medical & Psychiatry)
Madras Christian College, Chennai • 2009Master's degree specializing in medical and psychiatric social work, counseling, and patient welfare.
Professional Experience & Achievements
Young Social Worker Achiever Award (2013)
Apollo Hospitals, ChennaiRecognized for outstanding dedication in patient counseling and healthcare social work at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai.
Founder & Lead Practitioner — HAALU (Divine Love)
PresentProvides holistic prenatal/postnatal fitness, lactation, baby massage, and Garbhasanskar care. Conducts PAN-India corporate mental health sessions with Apollo Hospitals, Chennai.
Transplant Healthcare Leadership & Milestones
Apollo, GKNMH, Frontier & MOHAN • 2009 – 2019Coordinated GKNM Hospital’s First Heart Transplant and First Swap Kidney Transplant as Manager of Transplant Services. Managed complex cardiac cases at Frontier Lifeline Hospital, multi-organ allocations at Apollo Hospitals, and served as the First Transplant Coordinator at Govt. General Hospital, Chennai with MOHAN Foundation.
Clinical Experience & Foundation Alliances
Premier Hospitals
- Apollo HospitalsSenior Clinical Social Worker & Transplant Coordinator.
- GKNMH Hospital, CoimbatorePsychosocial oncology patient & family grief care.
- Frontier Lifeline Hospital, ChennaiPediatric & adult cardiac transplant coordination.
- Rajiv Gandhi Govt General HospitalFirst pioneer Grief Counsellor for organ donation.
NGOs & Foundations
- MOHAN FoundationTrained 400+ coordinators & organized Night Marathon.
- Coimbatore Cancer Care FoundationPalliative care, cancer survivor wigs & screening camps.
- Love Your Liver FoundationPreventive liver wellness & donor awareness drives.
- State Transplant CommitteeAppointed member for ethical organ allocation policies.
Community Initiatives & Public Education
Former Co-Founder & Trustee of Dindigul Parenting Charitable Trust. Conducted over 70 national awareness sessions, paper presentations, and corporate mental health programs with Apollo Hospitals, Love Your Liver Foundation, and community healthcare blocks.
Comprehensive Care Services
Integrative, compassionate care designed to nourish mother and baby through every trimester and beyond.
How Your Care Journey Begins
Starting your journey with Haalu is simple, transparent, and personalized to meet your needs at every step.
Choose Your Program or Care Stage
Explore our pregnancy care, Garbhasanskar, lactation support, and laughter therapy programs based on your current needs.
Book a Personalized 1-on-1 Session
Choose your preferred date and time, then book your session through our online booking form or WhatsApp.
Personalized Mother & Baby Consultation
Enjoy a dedicated 60-minute one-on-one session with Licensed Maternal Healthcare Expert Veena Anand, focusing on your physical, emotional, and overall well-being throughout your motherhood journey.
Ongoing Pregnancy & Postpartum Support
Continue receiving personalized guidance, postpartum follow-ups, and holistic support to help you feel confident and supported at every stage.
Got Questions? We are here to help.
Pregnancy comes with many questions. Here are answers to some of the most common things mothers ask us before getting started.

You can begin prenatal yoga as early as your first trimester. Our classes adapt dynamically to your pregnancy stage and comfort level. We recommend consulting your primary OB/GYN before starting.
Garbhasanskar at Haalu is a holistic practice focused on maternal emotional wellbeing, positive psychology, sound therapy, and bonding. It transcends religious boundaries and focuses purely on maternal-fetal wellness.
Yes! Haalu is a complementary wellness center. While your OB/GYN handles clinical examinations and delivery, we support your physical comfort, posture, breathing, and emotional preparation.
Yes! We encourage partner participation in dedicated labor prep sessions where partners learn comfort measures, massage points, and supportive breathing techniques.
Our postnatal programs focus on pelvic floor rehabilitation, abdominal muscle restoration, breastfeeding guidance, lactation consulting, and emotional transition support during the Fourth Trimester.
Every session begins with a trimester comfort assessment. For in-person sessions, we maintain sanitized prop setups and gentle bolsters. Virtual sessions feature multi-angle guidance to ensure safe alignment.
Booking is simple through our online scheduling portal. If you need to reschedule due to doctor visits, health changes, or personal conflicts, you can easily manage or reschedule up to 12 hours before your session.
Yes! We offer customized Gift Sessions and wellness packages. You can purchase a gift card or session pass for baby showers, gender reveals, or maternal milestones through our Gift a Session page.
Ready to Start Your Pregnancy & Motherhood Care Journey?
Book your initial consultation to discuss your needs and receive a personalized care plan from Haalu, a trusted mother and child care center in Erode.























