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Bringing loved ones together to welcome your child into the family and your circle of friends is one of life’s truly special milestones. And what better time of year to hold a naming ceremony than in the run-up to Christmas?
The decorations will be up, the fairy lights will be twinkling, and everyone will be looking forward to seeing each other. With a bit of clever planning, you can host a winter-themed naming ceremony to remember.
Throughout history, people have gathered to welcome a new child but, because of the pandemic and lockdowns, this type of celebration just hasn’t been possible for much of the last eighteen months. Thankfully, rules have been relaxed, and get-togethers are once again permitted, which makes ‘now’ the perfect time to plan your child’s naming ceremony. And, unlike a wedding, a naming ceremony can be planned in just a few weeks.
Top tips for planning a winter-themed naming ceremony
- Your celebrant will have lots of ideas as to how to make your child’s ceremony unique and personal, including telling the story of the origin and meaning of your child’s name, parental and guide parent promises, poetry, and activities, such as creating a ‘wish tree’ or signing the naming certificate.
- Guide parents. Ask your chosen friends or relatives if they’d like to be guide parents . There are some cute invitation cards on Etsy. Your celebrant will work them to help them shape their promises for your child.
- Send guest invitations and don’t forget to ask people to RSVP.
- Book a photographer. Whether you decide on a professional photographer or friend, it’s a good idea to agree in advance the shots you want. You’ll want to remember this special day for the rest of your lives.
- Refreshments. Whether you offer your guests a big spread, or just a few nibbles, is up to you – as long as the invitation explains what is happening. But you might like to add a personal touch to the event by making some home-made biscuits together with your little one, to eat at the party or to take away in gift bags. A special cake or a cupcake tree can make a stunning centrepiece.
- Relax and enjoy. Because you’ve planned and prepared everything in advance, and your celebrant will be there to make sure the ceremony runs smoothly, all that’s left is for you to relax and enjoy the day!
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