What is a mother blessing?
A mother blessing is a special ceremony to mark and honor the rite of passage we experience when we become mothers.
A mother blessing is a gentle, spiritual event that empowers women to feel confident, relaxed, and excited for her upcoming birthing experience.
A mother blessing is an ancient ritual that has been replaced in Western culture with a baby shower. Baby showers, while important and generous, are largely focused on “things.” A blessing is a time to focus on the mother, reassure her that she is capable of giving birth, and pamper her with healing touch and positive energy. Mother blessings are appropriate for all birthing women, whether your are giving birth for the first or tenth time.
What happens at a mother blessing?
I tailor the ceremony to your personal wishes and needs. Ceremonies can include prayer/meditation, both shared and individual; the symbolic release of fears and concerns; the making of birth art; henna; massage; hair braiding; sharing of birth stories; and/or the exchange of tokens or reminders from supportive loved ones to be used as inspiration during the hard work of labor.
Blessings can be long or short, day or evening, secular or religious. It’s really up to you! I am happy to accommodate your preferences. Prices vary depending on your preferences. I offer a discount for my labor doula clients. Please contact me for more details!
