A Special Focus: Adoptive and Foster Families
Having spent many years working in adoption and fostering services, I have a deep understanding of these unique journeys.
I know that the moment you declare to a child that you are their "forever family" carries a profound significance that's different from a traditional baby naming. I understand the complexity, the emotion, the hope, and the joy of that moment.
If you've adopted a child, or are celebrating a "forever family" through fostering and beyond, I'll help you create a ceremony that honours the journey whilst focusing on the joy of where you are now.
How We'll Create Your Ceremony
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Initial Consultation
We'll chat on the phone or via Zoom so you can tell me about your family and what you're hoping for. This is relaxed and informal - just getting to know each other.
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Understanding Your Story
I'll send you a questionnaire that helps me understand your journey and what you want to celebrate. Every family's story is different, and I want to honour yours.
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Planning Together
We'll have a planning meeting to discuss all the details. Readings, symbolic rituals, promises you want to make, how to involve guide parents or siblings - we'll create a ceremony that feels just right.
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Crafting Your Ceremony
I'll create a bespoke ceremony script that's full of joy and warmth. You'll review it, and we can refine it until it's perfect.
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Your Celebration Day
I'll lead a ceremony that's engaging, heartfelt, and creates that magical feeling you're hoping for. Whether it's in your garden, on a beach, or at a favourite venue, I'll help make it special.
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Keepsakes
You'll receive a keepsake ceremony script and a naming certificate - something to treasure and share with your child when they're older.
What's Included
- Initial consultation to understand your family
- Questionnaire to gather your story
- Planning meeting to discuss ceremony details
- Bespoke, personalised ceremony script
- Guidance on choosing readings, music, and symbolic rituals
- Regular contact throughout the planning process
- Leading the ceremony on your chosen day
- Keepsake ceremony script and certificate
The Type of Naming Ceremonies I Create
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Traditional Baby Namings
Welcoming your newborn with readings, promises, guide parents, and blessings from loved ones.
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Adoption Celebrations
Honouring the journey whilst celebrating the joy of "you are ours now" - whether your child is a baby or older.
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Forever Family Ceremonies
For foster carers who have declared their permanent commitment to a child - a powerful moment of belonging and love.
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Sibling Celebrations
If you're adopting siblings or welcoming a second child, we can create a ceremony that celebrates them all.
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Child-Focused Fun
These ceremonies should be joyful! We'll include activities, readings that engage children, and create a day they'll love being part of.
Why Families Choose Me
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I Understand Unique Family Journeys
My background in children's social care means I truly understand adoption, fostering, and the profound significance of creating "forever families." I'll approach your ceremony with sensitivity and deep respect.
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I Create Joyful Celebrations
Naming ceremonies should be fun! I love working with families to create something magical where everyone - especially the children - has a wonderful time.
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I'm a Natural with Children
Friends say I have a real affinity with children. I volunteer at a local primary school, and I'm greeted with "Fiona, can I read to you?" That warmth and ease with children will bring a special energy to your ceremony.
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I Celebrate All Family Structures
Single parents, same-sex couples, older parents, foster carers, adoptive parents - all families are welcome, and I'll create a ceremony that celebrates yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will you be available for naming ceremonies?
I'm completing my training and will be taking bookings for ceremonies from mid - 2026 onwards.