Feel rooted in pregnancy, to rise with confidence in birth & postpartum.
Feel rooted in pregnancy, to rise with confidence in birth & postpartum.
Your pregnancy deserves more than checklists and quick appointments.
You deserve a space that helps you feel calm, supported, & equipped for what’s ahead. Studies show that grounded childbirth education and emotional support improve satisfaction during labor and support healthier postpartum adjustment.
INTRODUCING
The Village prenatal series
Root to Rise is a small group, in person, comprehensive, whole-person prenatal and postpartum preparation series designed to support pregnancy, birth, and the fourth trimester with depth, clarity, and compassion.
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five in-person 1x monthly classes
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ninety-minute classes
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📍 Adrouny Village Wellness in San Jose
Created by a practicing OB/GYN, this five-class series blends evidence-based medical education, functional movement, emotional preparation, and community-building into one integrated experience.
Rather than teaching a single “method,” Rooted to Rise helps participants understand how their body works, how to make informed decisions with confidence, and how to build realistic support systems for postpartum life.
By the end of the series, participants will:
Understand their pregnancy and birth options with confidence
Feel physically grounded and comfortable moving through pregnancy
Understand what labor looks like and how to navigate medical decision making with agency
Have a clear, realistic plan for the fourth trimester
Feel emotionally supported and less alone
Leave with practical tools for guidance through the unexpected rather than rigid rules
Parents who participate in childbirth education show a 20–30% reduction in fear of birth, which is directly linked to improved coping and higher birth satisfaction.
Aksoy, M. et al. Impact of childbirth education on fear and birth outcomes. JOGNN, 2021.
Each class is grounded in our signature framework.
Rather than teaching a single “method,” Root to Rise helps participants understand how their body works, how to make informed decisions with confidence, and how to build realistic support systems for postpartum life.
Each class is grounded in our signature framework, “Mind, Movement, Village” supporting intellectual understanding, embodied confidence, and meaningful connection.
This is prenatal education for the whole journey, not just the day of birth.
This is prenatal education for the whole journey, not just the day of birth.
Class One:
Foundations of a Healthy Pregnancy
Focus: Understanding the body, the roadmap of prenatal care, and early preparation
Overview of pregnancy physiology and prenatal testing
Foundations of body awareness, posture, and breath
Introduction to the Village concept and early support mapping
Setting intentions for the series
Class Two:
Supporting the Changing Body
Focus: Movement, balance, and comfort as pregnancy progresses
Pelvic biomechanics and postural balance
Body Ready Method® and Spinning Babies® principles
Common discomforts and functional movement strategies
Partner support and communication
Class Three:
Preparing for Labor & Birth
Focus: Understanding labor, pain, and decision-making
What labor actually is (and isn’t)
Expectant vs medical management
Pain control options (physiologic + medical)
Induction basics, Bishop score, ARRIVE trial overview
Building a flexible, values-based birth plan
Class Four:
The Fourth Trimester
Focus: Postpartum healing, mental health, and recovery
Physical recovery after vaginal and cesarean birth
Pelvic floor and core reconnection
Emotional adjustment and mood disorders
Feeding support and early newborn rhythms
Creating a realistic postpartum plan
Class Five:
Bringing Baby Home
Focus: Integration, confidence, and community
Newborn care essentials
Postpartum contraception overview
Relationship and identity transitions
Sustaining support and community after birth
Reflection, closure, and next steps
What you get
A Root to Rise printed handbook with class content and journaling pages
Guided movement references
Homework and reflection prompts between sessions
Ongoing connection to the Adrouny Village Wellness community
App community for communication, connection, reminders, resources and more!
Select discounts at the Village
Root to Rise prepares you not just for birth, but for the transition into parenthood with steadiness, clarity, and support.
Root to Rise prepares you not just for birth, but for the transition into parenthood with steadiness, clarity, and support.
Get to know your guide,
Dr. Melissa Adrouny OB-GYN
With years of experience caring for families, Dr. Adrouny blends evidence-based education with a grounded, welcoming presence. She believes support and community are essential to healthy pregnancy and postpartum experiences. Root to Rise was created to offer exactly that.
Root to Rise is for you if you want…
✓ evidence-based information that’s easy to understand
✓ practical tools for labor, birth, and postpartum
✓ techniques that calm the nervous system
✓ gentle guided movement that supports birth physiology
✓ a small group to share, learn, and feel supported
✓ a partner-friendly experience
✓ connection with caring instructors who see the whole person
Everything you get with Root to Rise
5 monthly 90 minute in person classes
Warm, evidence-based sessions that blend education, movement, and nervous system regulation.
Functional Movement & Birth Prep
Body-based tools that help improve comfort in pregnancy and support ease during labor.
Nervous System & Coping Tools
Breathwork, grounding practices, and emotional resilience techniques shown to reduce fear and improve birth experiences.
Partner Support Training
Simple, effective ways partners can offer physical and emotional support — practicing together in class.
Postpartum Preparation
Realistic, compassionate guidance for emotional transitions, support needs, rest, and recovery.
Small, Connected Group Environment
A warm, intimate community where you never feel alone — proven to reduce anxiety and increase confidence.
Real-Time Q&A in Every Session
Personalized support from a deeply experienced clinician who sees you as a whole person, not a checklist.
Digital Resources & Downloadables
Handouts, guides, and scripts you can return to throughout pregnancy and postpartum.
Access for Your Partner at No Extra Cost
Because support is a shared experience.
Village Support Beyond the Class
Connection, kindness, and care that extend into early postpartum.
Join Root to Rise as a founding member
What: Five 90-minute classes to support pregnancy and postpartum
When: 1x/monthly
Who: Pregnant people and a partner starting anytime between 16-18 weeks
Where: the Village in San Jose
Round one begins on Sunday, January 25
Payment plans are available at check out.
Open until 1/11
Waitlist
Sign-Up
$450
1/12 - 1/18
Open
Enrollment
$525
1/19 - 1/23
Open Enrollment
$600
Available 1/12 - 1/18
Sliding Scale & Support Spots
We reserve a small number of reduced-fee spots for families who need financial support. If finances are the only barrier to joining Roote to Rise, please reach out. We’re committed to making this accessible.
Available 1/19 - 1/23
Frequently asked questions about Root to Rise Village prenatal series at Adrouny Village Wellness in San Jose
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A 5-week prenatal & postpartum series blending evidence-based education, movement, nervous system tools, and supportive community. Designed to help you feel steady and confident in birth and postpartum.
The Root to Rise approach is:
Rooted in Spinning Babies® and the Body Ready Method®
Informed by certifications in ACE Group Fitness and ProNatal Pre & Postnatal Fitness
Compassionate and encouraging, offering personalized guidance in a group setting
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Small by design. We keep enrollment limited to ensure each family receives personalized support. A maximum of 18 pregnant people.
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Absolutely. Partners are encouraged but never required and can be anyone in your village: husband, wife, parent, friend, etc.
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Yes. One partner or support person is included at no additional cost.
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Yes — each week includes simple, effective tools partners can use during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Partners can be anyone in your village: husband, wife, parent, friend, etc.
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Yes. Root to Rise is inclusive of all gender identities, family structures, and birth preferences.
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In most cases, yes — but always follow your provider’s recommendations for movement or activity.
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Yes. The curriculum is grounded in research on nervous system regulation, childbirth education, group prenatal support, and partner involvement — all shown to improve birth satisfaction and support healthier postpartum adjustment.
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Studies show that education + emotional support + coping practice reduce fear, improve confidence, and increase satisfaction during labor.
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Yes — and it gives you far more depth, support, and real-world tools.
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No. We welcome any pregnant person regardless of who your OB is.
General Class Questions
Logistics & Enrollment
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At Adrouny Village Wellness in San Jose. Details will be shared after enrollment.
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You may transfer your enrollment to a future series if needed. Refunds are not available once the series begins.
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Yes — flexible payment plans are available at checkout.
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You’ll receive class materials and support so you don’t fall behind.