MEET THE FOUNDER

Hi, I'm Kristen Rud. (pronounced Rude)

I’m the founder of MM Women’s Wellness, a community-based movement rooted in the belief that seasonal living and community care are the foundations of women’s wellbeing.

My practice is about helping women connect back to their natural rhythms and cycles for self-liberation that ripples through their families and communities.

My Private Offerings

From the mat to motherhood to meaningful brands, I walk with women through their own unique sacred rites of passage.

MOVEMENT MEDICINE

With over 1,000 hours of teaching experience, I’ve guided students of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re seeking a gentle and adaptive private session, a nourishing class for your retreat or event, or a playful practice for a bachelorette party, I bring movement that makes anyone feel supported, empowered, and connected.

BIRTHKEEPING

Supporting families from preconception to postpartum, I help facilitate experiences where bodies, babies, and loved ones are fully honored. Through single sessions or full birth packages, my approach as a doula blends gentle guidance, informed consent, and attentive presence to ensure the entire family feels safe, nurtured, and supported during this profound transition.

BRAND STORYTELLING

Helping aligned female visionaries and brands present their work to the world, I craft words and visuals that please aesthetically while maintaining your voice. Whether it’s website copy, newsletters, or a whole book design, each piece is curated by hand to connect, inspire, and invite your soulmate clients in.

Kristen and Aaron Rud at Home Yoga Temecula

Kristen Rud giving an energetic adjustment during savasana | MM yoga

Kristen Rud | Female Author, Public Speaker, Women's Wellness Advocate

We also create accessible ways for women to engage with this work as a community.

Through my book, The Wheel of the Woman.
By amplifying women's stories and gifts in our anthology series, MM Publication.
By gathering in sisterhood at our annual Spiritual Summer Camp retreat.
Through Mermaid Movement, our signature healing experience taught by certified facilitators across the U.S.

More Fun Facts About Me :)

My path began in early childhood education and intervention, where I learned the power of alternative methods for healing and the importance of understanding psychophysiology for overall wellbeing and homeostasis.
I completed a traditional midwifery program and have walked alongside over 70 women through pregnancy and birth!
In my downtime, you’ll most often find me in full bonus mom mode—holding it down at home with my husband (who doubles as my best friend) and our two dogs.
I used to live in a bus! While there’s less time for big travels in this season of life, I still savor slow walks, nature watching, and soaking in everyday magic.
Elizabeth Gilbert is my forever-favorite well-known writer.
New Girl will always be the best TV show in my book.
I believe Christmas movies and music are 100% acceptable year-round.