A Celibration
A Blessing Way is a wonderful alternative to the traditional 'baby shower' that is held for a woman approaching birth. Traditionally, a woman invites those people closest to her, in whose friendship and wisdom she trusts. You can invite friends to bring a plate of food and/or a gift if you like, but a special ceremony as part of your day is the central feature of a blessing way.
The key is for the ‘mother to be’ to allow herself to receive and ‘fill her cup’ as deeply as possible. The blessing way is also a powerful way to assist in the mother’s preparation for birth. It gives other mothers present in the circle the opportunity to share positive uplifting experiences. Often it is a time when the ‘mother to be’ can express any fears or worries in a safe and sacred setting and receive the support she needs.
Although society seems to have trivialized birth so that baby showers are often commercially spent without much reference to the sacredness of the birth experience, we can choose to gather with women to honour the work of the mother and recognize birth as the transforming experience it is.
The intention is always to create an atmosphere of reverence and love. We gather to create a space that is sacred but not serious. Since Blessing Ways are part of the creative process which is birth - anything can happen, Blessing Ways are joyful celebrations honering the mother and the sacred journey she is embarking on.
I am happy to facilitate your Blessing way for a fee of $150