Overview
Copilots Care- Steps to safe motherhood
Under the Rotary focus area of _Maternal and Child Health_, Rotary club Roopnagar Co-Pilots organized an impactful awareness workshop on Antenatal Physiotherapy on 9th June 2026 in collaboration with Civil Hospital, Roopnagar.
Renowned Physiotherapist Dr. Anika Aggarwal was the keynote speaker. She emphasized the vital role of antenatal exercises in ensuring a smooth pregnancy with reduced body pains, backache, and common gestational discomforts. Dr. Anika explained that regular prenatal exercises significantly lower the chances of C-section delivery and promote natural, easier childbirth.Gynaecologist Dr. Neeraj also gave her valuable support
The session was highly interactive. Dr. Anika demonstrated 10 essential exercises covering neck, shoulders, legs, and breathing techniques.40 Pregnant women from underprivileged sections actively participated and performed the exercises under her guidance. She also held one-on-one consultations to address individual concerns.
To ensure continuity, Co-Pilots distributed printed handouts with step-by-step exercise guides and provided nutritious refreshments to all attendees.
The event was coordinated by Co-Pilots Vandana Sharma, Amisha, and Kiran Walia.
This initiative reflects Rotary’s commitment to _Creating Hope_ by caring for mothers and ensuring healthier beginnings for the next generation