closing the bones ceremony

Closing the Bones Ceremony is a nurturing ritual designed to honour your transition and support physical and emotional integration after significant life events. rooted in tradition, it was historically offered by traditional midwives for up to 40 days after birth, recognising the physical, emotional and energetic opening that occurs through pregnancy and labour.

Today, a Closing the Bones ceremony is offered not only during the postpartum period, but also for women who are:

• Completing their breastfeeding journey
• Healing after miscarriage or pregnancy loss
• Navigating perimenopause
• Marking a major life transition
• Seeking to feel more grounded and connected within their body after giving birth

What to Expect from Your Closing the Bones Ceremony

Your ceremony is designed to create a calm, private and supportive space. It includes:

Rebozo Massage
You will receive a soothing rebozo scarf massage using gentle rocking techniques. This traditional practice helps to settle your nervous system, encourage release and promote deep relaxation.

Womb, Hip and Upper Body Massage
targeted massage restores warmth, circulation and awareness to areas that have carried and supported so much. This stage supports postpartum recovery, hormonal balance and physical integration.

Traditional Body Wrapping
The ceremony concludes with supportive body wrapping. This provides a sense of containment and stability, helping you feel held, safe and restored.