Sacred Ceremony
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Closing of the Bones
The Closing of the Bones is a traditional postpartum rite of passage. I am honored to be given permission to facilitate this ceremony inspired by the Yucatec Maya tradition of Miss Beatrice Torres Waight of Belize. It is a ceremony to acknowledge, honor, and then close the role a woman has taken on during her pregnancy and labor - her role as Creatrix.
In a very real, tangible way, every woman becomes a portal during this time. There is the physical portal, the bones literally opening during labor. And there is the spiritual portal that opens to allow a soul to enter into the physical world. The Closing of the Bones gives a woman space to be recognized for this remarkable role. She can acknowledge and process the experience of pregnancy and birth and all of the emotions that can come with it. Every woman's experience is unique and precious.
This ceremony honors all who have held this portal - full term births, miscarriages, abortions. This is a sacred ceremony that can help a woman heal and allow her to step forward into a new role. Traditionally, the ceremony is done 8-16 weeks postpartum. However, it can help bring completion and is powerful no matter how much time has passed. As the Closing of the Bones is a celebration, you are encouraged to have friends and loved ones present to witness you, honor you, and celebrate you in this rite of passage.