Prenatal Celebration Circle
So many women are subjected to unsolicited stories of traumatic births from the media, friends and family, and even strangers. We come together as sisters to honor the pregnant women, venerate them and bless them on their journey. We also eat delicious food, give blessings to the pregnant women, sometimes sing songs and do belly painting and more!
These gatherings are for women who have birthed in power to share stories, and for pregnant women to voice their fears without judgement and advice. If you are pregnant, come revitalize yourself as you hear power stories and create the blueprint for the future birth you are longing for. It does not matter where, how, or who you plan to birth with. All are welcome. Sign up here!
Sound bath with Yoga Nidra FAMILY EDITION!
After the amazing success July's Sound Bath with Yoga Nidra, Katie from Attune Reiki and Ana from Root and Rise Louisville are excited to come back and host another beautiful event!
This month, their Sound Bath and Yoga Nidra circle is a Family Edition! Designed for kids and teens ages 8–14 and their caregivers, this gathering offers a gentle way to co-regulate nervous systems together through sound and deep rest.
Tuesday, September 23rd | 6:30–7:30 pm
Learn to cook like a chef with Ana: The Magic of Sofrito
Ana Paliza-Brown of Root and Rise Louisville has been at the stove for over 20 years, including a decade in fine-dining kitchens across the U.S.
Think of this class as part cooking class, part culinary adventure, part meal with friends.
We’ll demystify sofrito—the soulful base behind so many beloved dishes. Ana will share her go-to technique, then you’ll make a few variations.
After we chop, stir, and taste, we’ll sit down to enjoy a couple of dishes built from your freshly made sofritos—plus tips for batching, freezing, and riffing at home. Come hungry, leave inspired.
$50 per person
Sign up here!
Restorative Reiki
Join Rachel for a deeply luxurious 2 hour restorative yoga class - taken to a whole new level with guided meditation, gentle hands-on assists, and the healing energy of Reiki. Participants will find themselves profoundly dropped in, experiencing a sense of calm and stillness that feels as if they have momentarily visited the astral plane. Come experience an incredibly relaxing practice designed to provide a full reset for your nervous system, leaving you refreshed and renewed.
$40 Sign up here!
Postptartum Honoring Circle
Inspired by Prenatal Celebration Circles, Melissa Abernathy, Emily Bayus, and Ana Paliza-Brown - members of the Full Circle Holistic and Mothertree Team!- are now offering Postpartum Honoring Circles—a tender space for new mothers to be held, witnessed, and supported in the sacred unfolding of matrescence.
This chapter of life—the threshold of becoming a mother—asks everything of us. It is powerful, vulnerable, beautiful, and often unseen. In modern culture, postpartum care often focuses only on the baby, when what is most needed is to mother the mother—to gather around her with presence, care, and reverence for what she is going through.
We are not meant to do this alone.
Postpartum Honoring Circles are a call back to community: to remind new mothers they are not alone, they are not invisible, and their experience matters. These circles offer connection, affirmation, and support in navigating the emotional, physical, and spiritual transformation of early motherhood.
This circle is open to women in the early postpartum period (within one year of giving birth) with their babies, as well as to women beyond this stage who feel called to support mothers navigating the early days of this profound transformation.
Birth Prep with Lara Lasky
After many years of working as a Doula within the medical system and witnessing pregnancy, birth, and postpartum abuse occurring at the hands of even the most “holistic” providers, I have stepped into my own power as a Radical Birthkeeper - and I am ecstatic to witness you step into your own power, birthing without fear and disturbance, as well.
It is my great joy to work with women throughout their journeys into parenthood and beyond. Regardless of where the journey takes you, I am here to walk along the path with you. has been supporting families through the birth continum.
This hands-on class covers comfort measures, tools like rebozos & peanut balls, and timed practice stations—so you BOTH feel ready for the big day.
$75
Newborn Care Essentials and Postpartum Prep with Lara Lasky
After many years of working as a Doula within the medical system and witnessing pregnancy, birth, and postpartum abuse occurring at the hands of even the most “holistic” providers, I have stepped into my own power as a Radical Birthkeeper - and I am ecstatic to witness you step into your own power, birthing without fear and disturbance, as well.
It is my great joy to work with women throughout their journeys into parenthood and beyond. Regardless of where the journey takes you, I am here to walk along the path with you.
Birth is just the beginning. In this 2.5 hour workshop, you’ll create a postpartum plan, learn self-care & nutrition, explore herbal healing, practice belly binding, and gain confidence with newborn sleep, feeding & soothing. Bonus: make & take a soothing herbal bath soak! 🌸
$75
Birth Story Medicine Circle
When we lived as a village, women would share their pregnancy, birth and mothering stories around the water well or fire. In our modern society, our first introduction to birth is often in dramatic, fear-based depictions in the media.
Giving birth is a transformational time in every woman's life. Matrescence - the physical, emotional, hormonal and social transition to becoming a mother - is an important rite of passage that deserves to be witnessed.
Birth Story Medicine Circles are sacred containers for us to share birth stories (if you want to), and heal birth trauma through compassionate, ceremonial witnessing. Facilitated by Rebecca, we will review guidelines for conscious listening, speaking non-arguably, and giving feedback.
“I want to say thank you. I have always really appreciated the circles and book clubs you have facilitated...I am so grateful you hold that space for women. I am still in such shock at the way our medical system treats women, but especially pregnant women, and even more so pregnant women of color, and I am so grateful you have carved out a space in Louisville to do this work.”
Yoga for Women Support Circle
Join Ana Paliza-Brown of Root and Rise Louisville for a Therapeutic Yoga class designed to support deep healing and offer tools you can carry with you off the mat.
This class was born in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, created as a safe space for mothers to connect and find grounding tools during an uncertain time. It quickly became a powerful and nourishing offering—so much so that Ana has dreamed of bringing it back ever since.
The Mothertree has inspired her to do just that, but this time, the circle is expanding. What was once a class just for mothers is now a space for all women.
This 7-month series follows the path of the seven chakras. Each month, we’ll explore one chakra through postures, mudras (hand gestures), breathing practices, and yoga Nidra—all designed to cultivate the core qualities of that energy center. Come to one class, a few, or all seven!
Open to women of all ages and stages, this class honors the full arc of womanhood—maiden, matriarch, wild woman, and wise woman. Together, we’ll revive the intergenerational wisdom of shared space and collective practice.
Sliding scale $18 to $28 per class.
Yoga for Women Support Circle
Join Ana Paliza-Brown of Root and Rise Louisville for a Therapeutic Yoga class designed to support deep healing and offer tools you can carry with you off the mat.
This class was born in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, created as a safe space for mothers to connect and find grounding tools during an uncertain time. It quickly became a powerful and nourishing offering—so much so that Ana has dreamed of bringing it back ever since.
The Mothertree has inspired her to do just that, but this time, the circle is expanding. What was once a class just for mothers is now a space for all women.
This 7-month series follows the path of the seven chakras. Each month, we’ll explore one chakra through postures, mudras (hand gestures), breathing practices, and yoga Nidra—all designed to cultivate the core qualities of that energy center. Come to one class, a few, or all seven!
Open to women of all ages and stages, this class honors the full arc of womanhood—maiden, matriarch, wild woman, and wise woman. Together, we’ll revive the intergenerational wisdom of shared space and collective practice.
Sliding scale $18 to $28 per class.
Prenatal Celebration Circle
So many women are subjected to unsolicited stories of traumatic births from the media, friends and family, and even strangers. We come together as sisters to honor the pregnant women, venerate them and bless them on their journey. We also eat delicious food, give blessings to the pregnant women, sometimes sing songs and do belly painting and more!
These gatherings are for women who have birthed in power to share stories, and for pregnant women to voice their fears without judgement and advice. If you are pregnant, come revitalize yourself as you hear power stories and create the blueprint for the future birth you are longing for. It does not matter where, how, or who you plan to birth with. All are welcome. Sign up here!
Yoga for Women Support Circle
Join Ana Paliza-Brown of Root and Rise Louisville for a Therapeutic Yoga class designed to support deep healing and offer tools you can carry with you off the mat.
This class was born in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, created as a safe space for mothers to connect and find grounding tools during an uncertain time. It quickly became a powerful and nourishing offering—so much so that Ana has dreamed of bringing it back ever since.
The Mothertree has inspired her to do just that, but this time, the circle is expanding. What was once a class just for mothers is now a space for all women.
This 7-month series follows the path of the seven chakras. Each month, we’ll explore one chakra through postures, mudras (hand gestures), breathing practices, and yoga Nidra—all designed to cultivate the core qualities of that energy center. Come to one class, a few, or all seven!
Open to women of all ages and stages, this class honors the full arc of womanhood—maiden, matriarch, wild woman, and wise woman. Together, we’ll revive the intergenerational wisdom of shared space and collective practice.
Sliding scale $18 to $28 per class.
Prenatal Celebration Circle
So many women are subjected to unsolicited stories of traumatic births from the media, friends and family, and even strangers. We come together as sisters to honor the pregnant women, venerate them and bless them on their journey. We also eat delicious food, give blessings to the pregnant women, sometimes sing songs and do belly painting and more!
These gatherings are for women who have birthed in power to share stories, and for pregnant women to voice their fears without judgement and advice. If you are pregnant, come revitalize yourself as you hear power stories and create the blueprint for the future birth you are longing for. It does not matter where, how, or who you plan to birth with. All are welcome. Sign up here!
Yoga for Women Support Circle
Join Ana Paliza-Brown of Root and Rise Louisville for a Therapeutic Yoga class designed to support deep healing and offer tools you can carry with you off the mat.
This class was born in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, created as a safe space for mothers to connect and find grounding tools during an uncertain time. It quickly became a powerful and nourishing offering—so much so that Ana has dreamed of bringing it back ever since.
The Mothertree has inspired her to do just that, but this time, the circle is expanding. What was once a class just for mothers is now a space for all women.
This 7-month series follows the path of the seven chakras. Each month, we’ll explore one chakra through postures, mudras (hand gestures), breathing practices, and yoga Nidra—all designed to cultivate the core qualities of that energy center. Come to one class, a few, or all seven!
Open to women of all ages and stages, this class honors the full arc of womanhood—maiden, matriarch, wild woman, and wise woman. Together, we’ll revive the intergenerational wisdom of shared space and collective practice.
Sliding scale $18 to $28 per class.
Restorative Reiki
Join Rachel for a deeply luxurious 2 hour restorative yoga class - taken to a whole new level with guided meditation, gentle hands-on assists, and the healing energy of Reiki. Participants will find themselves profoundly dropped in, experiencing a sense of calm and stillness that feels as if they have momentarily visited the astral plane. Come experience an incredibly relaxing practice designed to provide a full reset for your nervous system, leaving you refreshed and renewed.
$40 Sign up here!
Prenatal Celebration Circle
So many women are subjected to unsolicited stories of traumatic births from the media, friends and family, and even strangers. We come together as sisters to honor the pregnant women, venerate them and bless them on their journey. We also eat delicious food, give blessings to the pregnant women, sometimes sing songs and do belly painting and more!
These gatherings are for women who have birthed in power to share stories, and for pregnant women to voice their fears without judgement and advice. If you are pregnant, come revitalize yourself as you hear power stories and create the blueprint for the future birth you are longing for. It does not matter where, how, or who you plan to birth with. All are welcome. Sign up here!
Restorative Reiki
Join Rachel for a deeply luxurious 2 hour restorative yoga class - taken to a whole new level with guided meditation, gentle hands-on assists, and the healing energy of Reiki. Participants will find themselves profoundly dropped in, experiencing a sense of calm and stillness that feels as if they have momentarily visited the astral plane. Come experience an incredibly relaxing practice designed to provide a full reset for your nervous system, leaving you refreshed and renewed.
$40 Sign up here!
Yoga Nidra with Sound Bath
Join Ana Paliza-Brown for a guided journey into Yoga Nidra, the art of conscious rest, while Katie Martin weaves a live sound bath to support deep relaxation and energetic release. This immersive evening invites you to soften, restore, and return to yourself—an offering of stillness, clarity, and inner healing.
Sliding Scale $20-$40, sign up here!
Village Prenatal
Started by Elder Midwife Sister Morningstar, Village Prenatals are gatherings for women who have birthed in power to share stories, and for pregnant women to voice their fears without judgement and advice.
So many women are subjected to unsolicited stories of traumatic births from the media, friends and family, and even strangers. At Full Circle’s Village Prenatals, we come together as sisters to honor the pregnant women, venerate them and bless them on their journey. We also eat delicious food, give blessings to the pregnant women, do belly painting and more!
If you are pregnant, come revitalize yourself as you hear power stories and create the blueprint for the future birth you are longing for. It does not matter where, how, or who you plan to birth with. All are welcome. Click here to sign up!
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Class needs to have 3 people signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Birth Story Medicine Circle
When we lived as a village, women would share their pregnancy, birth and mothering stories around the water well or fire. In our modern society, our first introduction to birth is often in dramatic, fear-based depictions in the media.
Giving birth is a transformational time in every woman's life. Matrescence - the physical, emotional, hormonal and social transition to becoming a mother - is an important rite of passage that deserves to be witnessed.
Birth Story Medicine Circles are sacred containers for us to share birth stories (if you want to), and heal birth trauma through compassionate, ceremonial witnessing. Facilitated by Rebecca, we will review guidelines for conscious listening, speaking non-arguably, and giving feedback. Click here to sign up!
Happy Hips Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
This class is all about the pelvis! Dive deeper into supportive postures for your hips, with a focus on creating space, releasing muscle tension in the legs, and supporting the low back. We will also utilize breath, meditation, visualization, and deep relaxation to connect with the energetics of the pelvis. Class is open to all levels of practice, and is great for women/identifying that are runners, athletes, and or that sit a lot! Although this is not strictly a prenatal yoga class, the class is suitable for pregnant people, and they are welcome to join! Sign up here! Class needs to have 3 signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Class needs to have 3 people signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Comfort Measures for Childbirth
Comfort Measures for Birth: A Hands-On Class for You and Your Partner
You deserve to feel truly supported during labor—and your partner deserves to feel confident offering that support. This class is designed with both of you in mind.
Led by Lara, birth professional with over 10 years of experience, this session gives your support person the tools, knowledge, and practice they need to help you through every stage of labor—from early signs to pushing.
We’ll cover:
Hands-on comfort measures tailored to each stage of birth
Tools like rebozos, peanut balls, and positioning techniques based on real anatomy and what actually works
Timed stations to practice common support methods in a relaxed, encouraging setting
How your partner can show up physically and emotionally the way you both want. Sign up here!
You’ll leave feeling more connected and confident—with your support team ready to help you have the birth experience you deserve.
Happy Hips Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
This class is all about the pelvis! Dive deeper into supportive postures for your hips, with a focus on creating space, releasing muscle tension in the legs, and supporting the low back. We will also utilize breath, meditation, visualization, and deep relaxation to connect with the energetics of the pelvis. Class is open to all levels of practice, and is great for women/identifying that are runners, athletes, and or that sit a lot! Although this is not strictly a prenatal yoga class, the class is suitable for pregnant people, and they are welcome to join! Sign up here! Class needs to have 3 signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Class needs to have 3 people signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Birth Chart Blueprint with Rachel VerValin
Things are better understood when they’re built from the ground up. In this interactive workshop we will dive into each participant’s personal natal chart using information gathered from popular Astrology apps - like Co-star + Chani - to create and talk about each person’s natal chart from the ground up.
First we will discuss each of the 12 houses of the basic natal chart. Then, we will each find and map which unique house each sign of the zodiac is in for our own personal charts.
There will be stickers and coloring for fun, and to also help guests ground even more into their own personal chart.
After we complete marking all of the signs in each individual’s chart, we will then look at where the planets are placed within that chart, and add those in as well. $44
Happy Hips Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
This class is all about the pelvis! Dive deeper into supportive postures for your hips, with a focus on creating space, releasing muscle tension in the legs, and supporting the low back. We will also utilize breath, meditation, visualization, and deep relaxation to connect with the energetics of the pelvis. Class is open to all levels of practice, and is great for women/identifying that are runners, athletes, and or that sit a lot! Although this is not strictly a prenatal yoga class, the class is suitable for pregnant people, and they are welcome to join! Sign up here! Class needs to have 3 signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Women in Wellness Mixer
Women in Wellness Mixer hosted by Ana Paliza-Brown
Join us for an inspiring morning of connection, collaboration, and community at the Women in Wellness Mixer! This gathering brings together women in the wellness space across Louisville—healers, coaches, therapists, yogis, nutritionists, energy workers, and more—to network, share, and celebrate our diverse practices. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned practitioner, this is a chance to:
Build meaningful relationships with like-minded women
Learn about each other's work and offerings
Explore potential partnerships and support systems
Come as you are and leave feeling energized, empowered, and more deeply rooted in Louisville’s thriving wellness community. To sign up email Ana Paliza-Brown here.
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Class needs to have 3 people signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Happy Hips Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
This class is all about the pelvis! Dive deeper into supportive postures for your hips, with a focus on creating space, releasing muscle tension in the legs, and supporting the low back. We will also utilize breath, meditation, visualization, and deep relaxation to connect with the energetics of the pelvis. Class is open to all levels of practice, and is great for women/identifying that are runners, athletes, and or that sit a lot! Although this is not strictly a prenatal yoga class, the class is suitable for pregnant people, and they are welcome to join! Sign up here! Class needs to have 3 signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Class needs to have 3 people signed up to take place, please confirm that class is happening on Rachel’s Website!
Hope's Embrace Doula Training 5/23-5/25
Hope’s Embrace is committed to providing compassionate, inclusive and culturally competent birth support, so that every person, regardless of their circumstances has access to the care they deserve. To learn more about their 3 day doula training, please visit their website.
Yoga Nidra PJ Party with Ana Paliza-Brown
Yoga Nidra is a guided deep relaxation practice that gently leads us into the subconscious, offering space for healing, restoration, and transformation.
This class is designed to help you unwind before bedtime. Come just as you are—in your favorite pajamas, wrapped in softness, ready to melt into rest. You’ll settle into a cozy, lying-down position and be guided into deep stillness. Afterward, float home to bed feeling grounded, nourished, and renewed. Email Ana here to sign up!
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Village Prenatal with Rebecca of Full Circle Holistic
Started by Elder Midwife Sister Morningstar, Village Prenatals are gatherings for women who have birthed in power to share stories, and for pregnant women to voice their fears without judgement and advice.
So many women are subjected to unsolicited stories of traumatic births from the media, friends and family, and even strangers. At Full Circle’s Village Prenatals, we come together as sisters to honor the pregnant women, venerate them and bless them on their journey. We also eat delicious food, give blessings to the pregnant women, do belly painting and more!
If you are pregnant, come revitalize yourself as you hear power stories and create the blueprint for the future birth you are longing for. It does not matter where, how, or who you plan to birth with. All are welcome. Click here to sign up!
Happy Hips Yoga with Rachel VerValin
This class is all about the pelvis! Dive deeper into supportive postures for your hips, with a focus on creating space, releasing muscle tension in the legs, and supporting the low back. We will also utilize breath, meditation, visualization, and deep relaxation to connect with the energetics of the pelvis. Class is open to all levels of practice, and is great for women/identifying that are runners, athletes, and or that sit a lot! Although this is not a prenatal yoga class, pregnant people are welcome to join. Sign up here!
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Happy Hips Yoga with Rachel VerValin
This class is all about the pelvis! Dive deeper into supportive postures for your hips, with a focus on creating space, releasing muscle tension in the legs, and supporting the low back. We will also utilize breath, meditation, visualization, and deep relaxation to connect with the energetics of the pelvis. Class is open to all levels of practice, and is great for women/identifying that are runners, athletes, and or that sit a lot! Although this is not a prenatal yoga class, pregnant people are welcome to join. Sign up here!
Created for Birth 6 Week Childbirth Preparation Series
This 7 week series began on 4/28 and goes through 6/9. More than a class, this is a complete mind, body and spiritual preparation for birth. Led by Jaimie Johnson of Grace to Grow Wellness.
Created for birth is designed to equip you with faith based support, evidence based education and holistic practices to help you approach birth with peace, confidence and strength.
Prenatal Yoga Flow with Rachel VerValin
With a focus on fluidity and movement, pregnant people are encouraged to listen to their bodies, feeling that they know what is best for themselves and their baby. There are many powerful poses in the sequence of class, along with periods of rest, all utilized by breath and practiced with the intention of alleviating common pregnancy discomforts, and preparing for labor. Click here to sign up!
Happy Hips Yoga with Rachel VerValin
This class is all about the pelvis! Dive deeper into supportive postures for your hips, with a focus on creating space, releasing muscle tension in the legs, and supporting the low back. We will also utilize breath, meditation, visualization, and deep relaxation to connect with the energetics of the pelvis. Class is open to all levels of practice, and is great for women/identifying that are runners, athletes, and or that sit a lot! Although this is not a prenatal yoga class, pregnant people are welcome to join. Sign up here!
Yoga Nidra PJ Party with Ana Paliza-Brown
Yoga Nidra is a guided deep relaxation practice that gently leads us into the subconscious, offering space for healing, restoration, and transformation.
This class is designed to help you unwind before bedtime. Come just as you are—in your favorite pajamas, wrapped in softness, ready to melt into rest. You’ll settle into a cozy, lying-down position and be guided into deep stillness. Afterward, float home to bed feeling grounded, nourished, and renewed. Email Ana here to sign up!