Birth Blessing or Mother Blessing
A Birth Blessing or Mother Blessing is a celebration held during late pregnancy,
and a more nurturing alternative to a Baby Shower.
A traditional Baby Shower usually involves a few games, perhaps a quiz, some food, and the giving of baby-related gifts. In contrast, a Blessing is centred around making the mother or birthing parent feel loved and supported and held by those closest to her/them.
At a Blessing, the mother/birthing parents's closest relatives and friends (usually women, but not exclusively women) gather, share their love and support, and work to create a circle of sanctuary around her as she prepares to give birth.
As your Blessing Celebrant, I will lead you and your guests through your Blessing Ceremony, creating a safe and nurturing space for everyone present, and giving you a wonderful memory as you go forward into your birth.
What can you do at a Blessing?
Whatever you like! Some of the things you could do include:
- Henna decoration of your bump/hands/feet, or your guests' hands. You can hire henna artists to attend or buy in some henna and have people do the decorations themselves.
- Flower crown using real or faux flowers
- Bump painting, this is usually best done by a face painting artist
- Have a bellycast made - I am happy to combine your Blessing and bellycast, if your Blessing is held at your home
- Reading poetry, scripture, or readings from books
- Making birth affirmations on paper, card or wood slices
- Making bath bombs, bath salts or aromatherapy mixes
- Tie dying baby clothes or muslin squares or bed sheets
- Cook food yourself, have everyone bring a plate to share, or have a catered meal
- Gathering around a fire, weather permitting
What does it feel like to attend a Mother Blessing?
I could tell you, or I can let some of the guests from Mother Blessings I have hosted tell you themselves!
"I feel so blessed to have you amazing women in my life. Today has meant so much to me."
Sam
Mother
"It was a wonderful afternoon. Am in awe of the collective talents of the group. I feel very nurtured."
Tanya
Guest
"So lovely to be part of, thanks for a wonderful afternoon."
Regan
Guest
What's included when you hire me?
- A 2 hour planning appointment, during which we will discuss your preferences for your Blessing
- Paper invite and social media event creation
- Lists of things to bring/arrange for both mother/birthing parent and guests
- Soft decorations that I will bring with me on the day
- Being the Celebrant for the Blessing itself, which usually lasts around 4 hours including food
- A flower crown worth £50 made with faux flowers which you can keep as a memento of the celebration - click here to see examples of my flower crowns