#71: Performing Rites of Passage for Your Children with Meredith Ashton

Send us a textIn this episode, Julie Dean Richards interviews her good friend and menstruality expert Meredith Ashton about the significance of rites of passage for children. They tell their own very personal story of how they created a rite of passage for both of their oldest children together and give ideas and insights on how you can do the same. They also talk about why rites of passage are so important and how to make them a practical part of your life. Touching on the sacredness of these experiences and how they can empower women and children alike.Note: This episode was originally also focused on menstruation, but this part was lost. Don't worry, though, part two with Meredith is coming! Chapters00:00 Introduction to Rites of Passage 04:30 The Significance of Rites of Passage 06:21 Creating a Sacred Ceremony for Children 09:00 Setting up the “Sacred Task” 11:07 Age Appropriateness and Navigating Little Children in Ceremony12:40 Giving Totems and the Why20:29 Older Ages and Differences of Rites for Boys and Girls 22:08 Rite of Passage Blessings Connect with Meredith: Cycle Awareness IG: https://www.instagram.com/cycle_awareness/ Doula Services: https://www.instagram.com/meredithashtondoula/. Free Birth Consult: https://salubriouswomanllc.hbportal.co/public/684ded149138dd0007f475d3/1-Inquiry_form Connect with us: Kayelee:https://www.ourlunation.com/Jaye Anne:https://www.courses.massiveshifts.com/ Work with me: Click here! Julie:IG: https://www.instagram.com/astrologicalattorney/ Website: https://astrologicalattorney.com/ Work with us: 3 in 1 membership: https://www.massiveshifts.com/3-in-1-membership-monthly Feminine Alchemyst School:Email: [email protected]: femininealchemyst.comInstagram: @feminine.alchemyst Apply to be featured on the podcast: email: [email protected]