More Than Just Baby Naming
While many families choose naming ceremonies for new babies, these celebrations can mark other important moments too:
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Adoptions
Celebrating a child joining their forever family.
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Identity Affirmation
For anyone choosing a new name as part of their journey (including transgender individuals coming out).
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Later in Life
Children who never had a naming ceremony but want one now.
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Chosen Family
Recognising the family you've built, not just the one you were born into.
Whatever brings you to a naming ceremony, I'll create something meaningful and joyful.
What's Included in Your Naming Ceremony
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Personal Consultation
We'll talk about your child, your family, your values, and your hopes for their future.
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Bespoke Ceremony
Created specifically for your family, reflecting your beliefs and what matters to you.
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Guide Parents and Supporters
If you're appointing special people (like godparents or guideparents), I'll help them understand their role and feel involved.
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Family Involvement
Readings, promises, or symbolic gestures from family members who want to participate.
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Flexible Location
Your home, a favourite park, a special venue—wherever feels right for your celebration.
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Certificate Options
A beautiful presentation certificate to mark the occasion.
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Presentation Copy
The full ceremony script for you to keep.
Types of Naming Ceremonies
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Traditional Naming Days
Welcoming a new baby into the family and community.
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Adoption Celebrations
Marking the moment a child officially becomes part of their forever family.
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Coming Out Ceremonies
Celebrating chosen names and identities with love and support.
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Sibling Welcomes
When a new baby joins children already in the family.
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Multiple Children
Celebrating all your children together, or twins/multiples.
Creating Your Perfect Ceremony
We'll Include What Matters to You:
- Readings from favourite books or poems
- Promises from parents, family, or chosen supporters
- Symbolic gestures (like planting a tree together)
- Music that means something to your family
- Stories about choosing your child's name
- Hopes and dreams for their future
We'll Make It Feel Like You:
Formal or relaxed, traditional or quirky, spiritual or secular—your ceremony should reflect your family's personality and values.
Why Choose a Naming Ceremony?
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Create Community
Bring together the people who'll support and love your child as they grow.
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Share Your Values
Articulate the principles you want to guide your child's upbringing.
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Mark the Moment
Create a meaningful celebration that honours this incredible new chapter.
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Include Everyone
Unlike religious ceremonies, naming ceremonies welcome families of all beliefs and backgrounds.
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Make Memories
Give your child a beautiful ceremony to look back on when they're older.
Serving Families Across South Wales
I cover all of South Wales, and I'm happy to travel to your chosen location—whether that's your home, a favourite park, or a special venue that means something to your family.
Whatever brings you to a naming ceremony, I'll create something meaningful and joyful.