Ceremonial Offerings

Gentle, meaningful ways to mark the moments that matter most.

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It is my belief that the integration of ceremony and celebration into everyday life should be accessible: it does not have to be fancy, esoteric, or reserved for “crunchy” people. Not only that, but rites-of-passage and transformative life events such as birth or pregnancy deserve to be recognized with a little bit of extra magic and intention for all of the hard work your body, mind, and spirit have been doing.

Ceremony and purposeful moments of pause have existed in cultures all over the world in countless forms as a way to mark change, connect to community, and tend to the human experience with care. Each session is shaped around you. What brings you comfort, connection, or clarity? What helps you feel present in your body? Everyone’s version of presence or ceremony looks a little different— shaped by your lineage, your lived experience, and your capacity in this season.

These offerings are for anyone and are designed to feel approachable, down-to-earth, and fun — never about performance or perfection. The Folk Doula offers thoughtful and flexible options whether you’re planning a Birther Blessing Celebration as a more meaningful and birther-centered alternative to the traditional baby shower, whether you’re just curious, or whether you’d like to take a pause for a mindful moment of guided meditation, bodywork, herbal integration, or placenta burial.

The heart of it is this:
You’re living through something meaningful.
And you deserve time and space to acknowledge that in a way that feels natural and true to you.

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A gentle ritual to recognize the end of something transformative — and the beginning of whatever comes next.

This single session is designed to mark transitions with care. Whether you're nearing the end of pregnancy, recognizing your birth experience or postpartum season, or you’re simply ready to pause and reflect, we’ll create a quiet, intentional container shaped around your story — a moment to honor what has been lived.

closing ceremony

    • A mini home refresh and invitation to rest — light tidying and ambiance-setting with soft lighting and grounding scents — creating a clear and peaceful atmosphere before we begin

    • An herbal foot bath or sitz bath

    • Gentle bodywork tailored to your season (may include a belly bind, abdominal massage, foot rub, or accupressure)

    • Tea service and space for storytelling, reflection, and processing

    • (if desired) A guided meditation or breathwork session or oracle card pull with reflective conversation

    • Take-home “closing basket”, including but not limited to a reflection journal, healing remedy, snack or treat, and fresh flowers

    • Placenta ritual for postpartum clients— such as placenta burial, or receiving of preserved tincture or capsules in gratitude (encapsulation services are booked separately and are not included in “Closing Ceremony” session pricing)

      LEARN MORE ABOUT PLACENTA SERVICES

  • $145 | 3 hour single session

❀ Best for: those who want to mindfully mark the end of a significant season.

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birther blessing celebration

Not your mama’s baby shower (but she might wish it was). No onesies, no awkward games, no fake smiling while holding up nipple cream in front of your boss’s wife. This is a chance to gather with your people to celebrate the magical work of pregnancy and the threshold of birth — thoughtfully customized to reflect the spirit and style of the person of honor.

  • For the hands-on host or thoughtful bestie who just needs a little ritual backup.

    • A 1:1 Birther Blessing Planning Call | 45min

    • A personalized ceremony outline PDF tailored to the birther’s style + values

    • Suggested party flow

    • Suggested rituals, readings, craft materials, and activities

    • Decor and ambiance inspiration + moodboard

    • Supply checklist + sourcing

    • Email support leading up to the event

  • You show up glowing. I handle the rest.

    This package includes everything from the DIY design package, plus:

    • Ceremony facilitation (2–3 hours)

    • Space setup and styling with folk floral décor, candles, and flowy linens

    • Guided meditation, breathwork, or grounding practice

    • All ritual materials (flower crown bits, craft supplies etc.)

    • Party playlist, crafted by me, to your taste

    • Optional take-home keepsake bundle

  • DIY Design Package | $200
    (Does not include day-of setup or facilitation)

    Fully Facilitated Celebration | starts at $450
    (Final pricing depends on number of guests, location, supplies, add-ons. Local folks only.)

❀ Best for: those seeking to celebrate threshold before birth, but don’t want to plan it.

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These accessible mini rituals can be added on to any prenatal or postpartum session — perfect for when you’re craving a moment of grounding, embodiment, or emotional integration. Choose an add-on element to deepen your session and bring an extra touch of presence into everyday life.

add-on rituals

  • Choose one element per session:

    • Guided meditation or breathwork

    • Intuitive bodywork session (may include but not limited to acupressure, abdominal massage, foot rub)

    • Oracle card pull with reflective conversation

  • $35 | one element add-on

❀ Best for: postpartum or prenatal clients who want to weave in a little more intention.

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Let’s get in touch.

hannah@thefolkdoula.com