Important Updates

General Notice as of 12/04: 
Birth Presence is moving to Seattle, WA

We are completing our practice and classes here in December and will begin to offer classes in Seattle, March 2010.

Thank you to all who has been part of our journey - it has been a privilege to serve you and your families during this sacred time.


Rite of Passage Ceremonies

Mother's Blessingway Ceremony
Baby Blessing Ceremony
Bably Welcoming Ceremony

Pregnancy is such a magical time in life and should be handled with utmost tender, loving care. Giving birth is not a medical emergency - the mother is not sick and there is nothing wrong!!

In fact, it is quite the opposite! As Baby grows, The Mmiracle unfolds and we witness one of life's amazing transformations: the birth of a Baby, the birth of a mother, the birth of a father and the birth of it's family.

For these reasons, we are committed to creating sacred space to anchor the PRESENCE of birth itself - both as The Gift (Of life and of Baby) and The Awareness of our every living, breathing moment. Consider the significance of birth and this period in life and allow us to help you celebrate the this blissful joy and sacred time.

Request a Blessing Ceremony Today!

MOTHER'S BLESSING CEREMONY (A Blessingway)

"Just as a tree grows best when anchored firmly in the earth, so can a pregnant mother feel
strong and capable when supported by a sisterhood of nurturing friends." -April Lussier

The Mother's Blessing Ceremony (also know as a blessing way) is a rite of passage for mothers who are expecting, inspired by the Navajo tradition. It is performed late in pregnancy and gives the mother not only strength, but also a rich, deeply spiritual connection to the birthing process. It is a women’s-only ritual. A blessing way may be given in lieu of, or in addition to, a separate baby shower. read more >

BIRTH BLESSING CEREMONY (Baby Blessing @ The Birth)

A Birth Blessing is a private ceremony held at the birth itself to anchor the moment of bliss and joy when your Baby is born. It is the immediate celebration of Baby's arrival and a beautiful way to surround your child in sacred loving energy. The blessing is usually done with those present at the birth only, about a hour after the birth itself. read more >

BABY WELCOMING CEREMONY

A Baby Welcoming Ceremony is a joy-filled way to welcome your child to the world, to your family and to give thanks.This eremony can be done anywhere you wish, so long as it resonates with you and your family. A delightful Baby Welcoming Ceremony in your home surrounded by family and friends can be a wonderful, moving experience! A belief in the power of a loving gathering of well wishers is all that is needed. Godparents are usually part of the proceedings, this is an opportunity for them to write and/or say something for the baby. read more >

Birthing Circle Invitations

Instead of inviting everyone to your birth and potentially slowing your labor, why not ask them to hold sacred space for you with affirmations and positive prayer while you are in labor? These invitations are a creative way to involve close friends and family without having them at the birth itself. The invitations may be used as is or customized for you. read more >

Pricing

*All Ceremonies by Advanced Notice and Arrangement Only