Naming & Transition Ceremonies
Whether you're welcoming a child into your family or celebrating a deeply personal milestone in your own life, a Naming or Adoption Ceremony is a wonderful way to mark the moment in a way that's entirely your own.
Many families love the idea of a ceremony but don't feel that a traditional christening quite fits - and that's where this comes in.
An Adoption Ceremony is a particularly special celebration of the moment a child truly becomes part of your family, with all the love, laughter, and happy tears that come with it. It's a chance to say, out loud and surrounded by the people who matter most: this is our family, and we couldn't be happier.
The beauty of these ceremonies is that they can happen anywhere that feels right to you - your back garden, your favourite venue, or somewhere that holds a special place in your hearts.
At the heart of it all is the chance to speak your hopes and promises aloud. What kind of family do you want to be? What do you wish for the person being celebrated? Music, poems, readings, and little symbolic touches all help to bring those wishes to life - and if you've chosen special guardians to play a role, this is the perfect moment to recognise them too.
Fees for Naming and Adoption Ceremonies start at £400. Please contact me for a full quote.
As a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ community I'm passionate about creating spaces for everyone to honour and celebrate their identity.
One example is a gender affirmation ceremony or renaming ceremony. A personal and unique celebration of all that you are. Every element of your ceremony is designed around you: your journey, your values, and your vision for the life you're stepping into.
Read my blog all about a gender transition ceremony I conducted on the beach.
There are so many beautiful ways we can shape the ceremony together. You might want to share your story, acknowledging the path that brought you here and the incredible strength it took to walk it, and include symbolic rituals.
We can mark the moment you announce your chosen name to the people you love most, surrounded by their joy and celebration. There's also space to invite loved ones to speak words of affirmation and encouragement, and to look ahead with hope.