Closing of the Bones
This cross-cultural practice which stems from ancient traditions in all corners of the globe is a beautiful opportunity for a new mother to reintegrate her body, mind, and soul after birth. Pregnancy and birth are hugely expansive - growing a mother’s body, opening to birth the child, as well as energetically and spiritually propelling mother into a whole new dimension.
A blissful Closing of the Bones Ceremony can help to re-settle mama back into her own body, to draw her energetic field back in, to hold her spiritually and emotionally, while offering a sense of physical grounding, containment and support. Even more simply, it can be a moment in time for the new Mother to be honoured, care-taken and loved upon amidst a time during which she is giving every ounce of her being to her newborn.
Should the mother wish it, this can also be used as a wonderful opportunity to create a loving, honouring and witnessed Rite of Passage with other women from her friends and family circle, as she crosses the threshold from her official postpartum time and re-emerges into life and community as a Mother with exaltation. It could even be coupled with placenta burial if that’s something that a family chooses to do.
The postpartum season can bring many questions. Here are some common questions and answers to help you feel more informed, supported and prepared as you move toward life after birth. Further questions are always welcome.
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Closing of the Bones is a nurturing postpartum ceremony that honours the mother’s transition after birth and supports a sense of grounding, closure and care.
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It can be received in the weeks or months after birth, or even much later. Many mothers find it meaningful when they feel ready to pause, be held and honour their journey.
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No. Closing of the Bones can be meaningful after any birth experience, whether recent or many years ago.
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No. It is a ceremonial and nurturing practice, not a medical treatment or replacement for professional healthcare.
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Each ceremony is tailored to the mother, but usually centres around the gentle wrapping of her body from head to toe. The wrapping applies soft, steady pressure, offering a sense of grounding, containment and support.
It is a quiet space for the mother to rest, reflect, be nurtured and feel honoured after birth.
For more clarity around what exactly a Closing of the Bones for you would entail, please reach out.