Caring for Chennai families since 2011

A little clinic with a big heart for growing families

Sunny Steps was created for one reason: to make healthcare feel gentle, safe and even a little fun for children. Today more than 12,000 families trust us with their little steps.

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15 years of care
8 pediatric specialists
12,000+ happy families
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Our story

It started with one worried parent and one kind doctor

In 2011, Dr. Ananya Rao opened a two-room clinic on Rainbow Street with a simple promise: listen first, explain everything and never rush a frightened child.

Word travelled quickly. Parents came for honest advice, stayed for the sticker wall and brought their friends. Fifteen years later, Sunny Steps is a full pediatric and vaccination centre, but the promise has never changed.

  • Family-centered appointments that start on time
  • One care team from newborn checkups to teen health
  • Clear plans and records parents can actually follow
Dr. Ananya Rao, founder and medical director
Dr. Ananya RaoFounder & Medical Director

"A good visit should leave a child feeling brave, not afraid."

What guides us

Our mission is simple: brave kids, confident parents

Every decision we make starts with two questions: does this help the child feel safe, and does it help the parent feel sure?

Kindness first

We listen before we examine, use kid-sized words and celebrate every small act of bravery. Comfort is part of the treatment.

Honest guidance

No rushed answers and no unnecessary tests. We explain what we see, what we recommend and what you can safely do at home.

Safety without compromise

Sterile rooms, single-use needles and an unbroken vaccine cold chain. The small details are the ones we care about most.

Our journey

Fifteen years of little milestones

From one doctor and two rooms to a full care team, every step has been shaped by the families who trusted us.

2011

The first room

Dr. Ananya Rao opens a two-room clinic on Rainbow Street.

2015

Vaccination centre

A dedicated, child-safe vaccination room with cold-chain storage.

2019

Parent portal

Digital records, growth charts and vaccine reminders go live.

2023

Teen wellness wing

Private, respectful care for adolescents and busy families.

2026

12,000 families

A growing community of parents who keep coming back.

Parent holding a baby during a clinic visit
Same-day sick visits kept open every day
The Sunny Steps difference

Care that feels personal, every single visit

Great pediatric care is more than a prescription. It is the calm voice, the extra minute and the follow-up call that makes a family feel held.

  • A clinic built for childrenPlay corners, bright rooms and distraction kits in every consultation space.
  • Unhurried appointmentsLonger slots so there is always time for one more question.
  • Transparent pricingClear estimates before treatment and no surprise add-ons.
  • Everything in one loginRecords, growth charts and vaccine reminders in the parent portal.
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Inside the clinic

Bright rooms, calm corners and lots of smiles

A quick look at the spaces where little patients are examined, comforted and celebrated.

Doctor examining a boy while his mother watches
Checkup room
Child hugging a teddy bear
Comfort corner
Doctor giving a smiling boy a high five
Bravery wall
Child receiving a vaccination at the clinic
Vaccination room
Parent holding a baby at the clinic
Newborn suite
Parent and child sharing a healthy meal
Nutrition corner
Safety & standards

Your child's safety is never an afterthought

Behind the playful walls is a clinical team that follows strict hygiene, storage and emergency protocols every day.

  • Hospital-grade sterilisation between every visit
  • Single-use needles and sealed vaccination trays
  • Temperature-monitored vaccine cold chain
  • CPR-trained staff on site during all clinic hours
Our safety promiseIf something does not feel right, ask us. We will always show you exactly what we are using and why.
IAP MemberIndian Academy of Pediatrics
NABH-AlignedHygiene and safety protocols
Cold ChainMonitored vaccine storage
CPR ReadyEmergency-trained team

Come see why little ones love Sunny Steps

Book a first visit, take a look around the playroom, or simply call us with a question. We are here Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 8 pm.

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Pediatrician sharing a happy moment with a child