Our Story
River Rise started in 2018 as a support space for families and individuals who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss. I wanted to build a space for others that I wanted for myself. At the time, I had experienced 4 miscarriages; presently, my husband and I have 8 souls that we remember and honor with every heartbeat and breath we take.
The Woman Behind the Mission
My name is Leilani Yizar-Reid, I am motivated to help others seek and walk a journey toward individual wholeness and wellness. Grief has been my greatest lesson and my hardest obstacle. When I look back over my life realize how grief and loss have traveled this journey with me, yet through it all, I still feel blessed to keep walking on it. That is why I created River Rise: to teach others what I have learned from life and through formal and holistic teachings, how to walk a journey with authenticity, love, and self-awareness.
Credentials:
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Advocate
Death Advocate
Certified Fertility Advocate
Certified Wellness Coach
Speaker and Trained Trainer
Youth Development Specialist
