Mothering the mother also benefits the baby! A Blessing Way is very different from the usual baby shower. The focus is on the mother and honoring her journey. During the ceremony participants share how they know the mom and express blessings for the … [Read more...] about Blessing Way for Mothers
Re-defining the role of Shiatsu in Pregnancy, Birth and Babyhood
Suzanne Yates, is a Shiatsu practitioner and teacher based in Bristol, England who has focused a lot of her work since 1989, in the field of pregnancy, birth and babyhood. She runs "Well Mother" which offers a whole package of support for women and … [Read more...] about Re-defining the role of Shiatsu in Pregnancy, Birth and Babyhood
First Blood Ceremony
For each of our daughters we had a red theme dinner. Table cloth and napkins where red. The juice was cherry juice served in wine glasses. We had spaghetti with red sauce, strawberries, etc. Their father came home from work with red roses for … [Read more...] about First Blood Ceremony
Nonviolent Communication
One of the most amazing and powerful workshops I have ever taken was on nonviolent communication techniques (NVC). I liked it so much I took it twice! The techniques are so wonderful that I plan to continue my studies this year. I’m especially … [Read more...] about Nonviolent Communication
The Capacity to Love
What is the capacity for love? Where does it come from? I have been asking myself, "What is true love?" I watch babies and they have a wide open heart full of the capacity for love. They come into this world equipped to love. Then life happens and we … [Read more...] about The Capacity to Love