A Mother's Blessing is a wonderful alternative to a baby shower to celebrate a woman's rite of passage into motherhood. Respectfully inspired by a sacred Navajo ceremony, called a Blessingway, a Mother's Blessing is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the mama-to-be (and recurring mamas, too!) as the women in her life come together as her ‘village’ to show their support and love for her as she continues on this journey. Since the Mother's Blessing is all about supporting the mother to be on her journey, ask her what would help support her the most at this phase in her journey, alongside a few of our favourite activities to include in her Mother Blessing. Remember that Mother's Blessings are wonderful ways to celebrate a woman's right of passage into motherhood (or multiple motherhood) no matter the way she becomes a Mama. Lift her up Discussing positive, happy birth, surrogate or adoption stories in a circle is one of the best ways to calm an anxious mama. She’s probably feeling a little lost and frightened, so hearing how other women got through it is a big help. She may also want to take this time to ask questions, or voice her concerns. Being around a positive group of strong women telling their stories is one of the most magical things you can experience. You can also go around the circle and talk about the guest of honor, or tell your favorite story of her. Make her feel beautiful Pregnant women are truly the most gorgeous people, but not all women feel that way while pregnant. Maybe she feels too big, swollen, frumpy, etc. Making a flower wreath for her is a great option. Photo courtesy of Megan Boone I also love adorning her with henna (it’s a safe and medicinal natural dye) art on the belly. Call around to your local henna artists to see if they can do it, or even just use non toxic washable paints! The result is a stunning work of art that is truly unique and will leave her feeling beautiful and empowered. Photo courtesy of Cat McAteer Light the way When you know she has gone into labor, light a candle in solidarity. You can blow it out once the baby has made it earth-side. Cutting the cord At the ceremony, pass around a ball of yarn for the guests to wrap around their wrists as many times as they would like, and they pass it to the next person. You can wish them joy, a swift, easy birth, etc. The idea is the network of these women being all together. The mama-to-be is the last one to wrap it and cut it. You then keep the yarn around your wrist until the baby has arrived. Photo courtesy of Cat McAteer Fill her cup Write the mama stories or jokes and seal it in an envelope. These uplifting letters can be read during labor, late night feedings, or whenever she seems to be in a slump. It’s a wonderful reminder that we’re all in this together and that it truly does take a village. Be with her in spirit One of the rituals I adore most about the Mother Blessing is having all the participants create a necklace for the mama to be to wear during childbirth. In fact, this ritual was actually the inspiration for the Mama Mala Kit. All of the women in attendance add a few beads to the strand, infusing it with their love, well wishes and intentions for the mama to be and the baby. The mama then uses it as a focal point during labor where she can call upon the wonderful energy all of her sisters put into the piece. The wonderful thing about the activities you do at the ceremony, is that they will help her as she continues on with her labor as well. Today when women become pregnant there are lots of baby showers and gifts for the baby. It can be overwhelming and a bit nerve wracking. At a Mother's Blessing, no gifts are brought, but bringing a ready made freezer meal is a great way to help her family after the baby has arrived. With a Mother Blessing, it’s all about the mama and helping her get through her fears, building up her confidence and sharing positive, healing stories. Helping her become mentally and physically prepared for not only the birth, but what comes after. Photo courtesy of Cat McAteer We would love to see your Mother's Blessing photos! Tag us on Instagram or Facebook!
Are you or someone you love pregnant? If you’re looking to celebrate the momentous transition from maiden to mother — whether it’s your own or one of your besties — you can’t go past a sacred Mother’s Blessing...
A blessingway is a mother centered ceremony that replaces a traditional baby shower and replaces it with a gathering of the closest women i...
Bei einem Blessing Way bzw. einer Mother Blessing Zeremonie wird die werdende Mutter mit all ihren Gefühlen in den Mittelpunkt gestellt. So kann sie Kraft tanken und sich gehalten im Kreis von Frauen auf ihren Übergang ins Mutterwerden vorbereiten. In diesem Artikel stelle ich dir die beliebtesten B
Are you or someone you love pregnant? If you’re looking to celebrate the momentous transition from maiden to mother — whether it’s your own or one of your besties — you can’t go past a sacred Mother’s Blessing...
A unique ceremony to celebrate you on your journey into mothering your first or second or third babe. What is a mother blessing? A Blessingway was a ceremony that came from First Nations American Indians. I do not like to call my ceremonies by the same name as I do not come from this lineage. However I do like to mention them in my work as i find it important that other humans on this earth honoured the Mother in her sacred birthing journey as this is not something that is so common in our modern western dominant culture. My ceremonies are my own Ritual that is curated for you, and by you alongside me and also in collaboration with your loved ones or close friends. I will set up the space and facilitate the ritual aspect and then if there are other offerings your close friends bring we will add them in to the day (e.g belly painting, crafting, bellydancing, creating birth affirmation art) Together we will invite your nearest and dearest asking them to bring along A blessing for you on your birthing journey. This could be a written blessing, a spoken blessing or something unique they've created for you. I also ask that they bring a bead that hold significance to them or their blessing for your birth and a plate of food to share. This ceremony is also different to what we see now in the West as a, Baby Shower, as a baby shower is generally to bring gifts for the baby. A mothers blessing is for Mama. You are of course welcome to have a baby shower too however my passion is in Blessing the Mother. These loved ones who come along will hold you through this journey, through birth and beyond. You can call upon their love and strength during your birthing. After the ritual will craft, sing or dance whatever your ceremony is calling for and then of course we will snack on delicious foods and I will bring a raw treat or something savoury and delicious according to your dietry requirments. *Please when you fill out the purchase details leave your phone number so I can contact you directly. I cannot wait to be a part of your sacred journey.
If you’re looking for a more spiritual alternative to a traditional baby shower, you may be interested in having a Mother’s Blessing.
Explore the Blessingway, a meaningful alternative to the traditional baby shower, focused on celebrating the mother-to-be's journey.
Bei einem Blessing Way bzw. einer Mother Blessing Zeremonie wird die werdende Mutter mit all ihren Gefühlen in den Mittelpunkt gestellt. So kann sie Kraft tanken und sich gehalten im Kreis von Frauen auf ihren Übergang ins Mutterwerden vorbereiten. In diesem Artikel stelle ich dir die beliebtesten B
Guide to a fantastic "Mother Blessing" (Blessingway) here! Looking for an alternative to a traditional baby shower? Here is our step by step guide.
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Looking to brighten up your classroom or hallway? Look no further than this beautiful Names of Mary themed collaborative poster! This poster is the perfect way to celebrate Mary, the mother of Jesus with your students. This poster is perfect for May or October- two months we honor Mary. Students will work together to create a masterpiece. What's Included: Names of Mary Included: Blessed Mother, Mother of God, Queen of Peace, Holy Virgin Mary, Star of the Sea • 3 Poster Sizes (18, 24, and 36 pieces) • Assembly Directions • Names of Mary Activity *Please note, this is a digital download. You will receive the files to print and put together the poster. Nothing will be mailed to you.
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