I help midlife women feel grounded, energized, and at home in their bodies again by restoring balance and connection from the inside out.

About Melanie

Hello, I’m Melanie, the founder of Root 2 Rise Wellness. I’m an integrative nutrition health coach and clinical herbalist helping midlife women restore balance in their bodies through sleep, digestion, and stress support. I teach women to understand why their body feels off — and guide them with gentle, natural tools for lasting wellness.

My passion for natural healing began in childhood, inspired by stories like Strega Nona and early experiences with plants. These formative moments sparked a lifelong connection to nature and its restorative powers.

However, life led me away from these roots. By 2013, I faced significant health challenges, including digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and anxiety- even going a semester of college with little to no sleep. Seeking healing, I left my speech pathology job in New York and embarked on a transformative journey abroad. Living in a refurbished chicken coop with no internet, a compost toilet, and fellow plant enthusiasts, I immersed myself in the study of herbalism and holistic practices. This period rekindled my connection to nature and set me on a path to help others find balance and wellness.

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"The body knows how to come back into balance when provided with the right supports.”

~ Melanie Yukov

Wellness Coaching

Confusion to clarity. I help you cut through the noise of conflicting health trends to find the specific tools and habits that actually work for your unique body and life.

Myofunctional Therapy

Focusing on the muscles of the face and mouth to improve functions like breathing, relieve facial pain, and promote sound sleep.

Herbalism

Teaching the use of plant-based remedies to support inner balance, vitality, and resilience.

Mission

My goal is to support women in rebuilding trust with their bodies, nurturing nervous system balance, and creating harmony from within—using holistic, heart-centered tools that align body, mind, and energy.

Let's Connect

If you’re ready to explore a holistic approach to health and wellness, I’m here to guide you. Together, we can uncover the path that leads you back to your roots and forward to your best self.

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I help women in midlife restore balance in their bodies — so they can sleep more deeply, beat the bloat, and feel fully at home in themselves again.

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What support do you need right now?

What support do you need right now?

Choose the guide that best matches what your body is asking for.
Option 1
Gut Revive Starter Kit
For bloating, digestive discomfort, and reflux

Option 2
Myo 101: Jaw, Airway & Sleep Basics
For clenching, mouth breathing, airway issues, and unrefreshing sleep

Option 3
Herbal Remedies Guide
How to use plant allies for everyday needs.
There’s no right order — start with what feels most supportive.
Choose the guide that best matches what your body is asking for.
Option 1
Gut Revive Starter Kit
For bloating, digestive discomfort, and reflux

Option 2
Myo 101: Jaw, Airway & Sleep Basics
For clenching, mouth breathing, airway issues, and unrefreshing sleep

Option 3
Herbal Remedies Guide
How to use plant allies for everyday needs.
There’s no right order — start with what feels most supportive.