FRIDAY 6 september | £139

The Nourished Mama - a day retreat for mamas and soon-to-be mamas

If you're feeling the desire for deep rest and relaxation, tending to your body and mind whilst also meeting other new or well-versed mamas or pregnant women - this retreat is for you. And you can do all of this and bring your baby along with you for intentional bonding time.

Connect with your baby and other mamas during this nourishing day retreat nestled amongst the ancient trees of the Sintra forest.

Spend a day in nature while connecting with other women, and honouring valuable time with your baby or bump. As we move into summer it can feel like the perfect time to get out and meet other mamas and babies - but sometimes this can be hard! My intention is to make this easy and nourishing for you.

Parenting can sometimes feel like a lonely and tiring ride, and even if you do have a busy social calender, it might not be often that you come away from social events feeling nourished or energized - or that you had the chance for a deep and connecting conversation.

 
 

a community of other mothers

Bond with your baby and have time to rest and rejuvenate yourself. Connect with other women and come away feeling welcomed, held and listened to.

 

CONNECT WITH your BABY

Mama and baby bonding practices

You’ll learn about the neurophysiology of you and your baby (both earth-side and in the womb) that will help you to understand more about the mother-baby dyad and why this connection is so important to healthy child development and nurturance.

  • Infant brain development (ages 0-3)

    The nervous system: attunement, co-regulation + mirror neurons

    The maternal brain

    We will then put some of these things into practice using:

    Baby/ bump massage + touch

    Eye gazing/ visualisation

    Mother-baby breathing

    Connecting through movement

 

women supporting women

Sharing circle

There will also be time for rich sharing and discussion. Motherhood is a time of great change and with that often comes internal and external conflict. I create a safe and non-judgemental space for optional sharing and reflection - an opportunity to feel seen and heard in your motherhood experience, however that looks.

connect back to yourself

Learn more about the pregnant and post-partum body

We will spend some time learning some key biological and anatomical changes to the womens body, and how to support your body post-birth. We will also spend intentional practice time being-with and connecting to your ‘new’ body.

 

a chance for deep rest

Movement, breathwork + deep relaxation practice

Switch off and fully lean into a practice just for you - while your baby is being safely looked after just moments away.

Nurture your body and re-set your system with a nourishing practice combining yoga, breath and pelvic floor awareness and deep relaxation - this may be a yoga nidra, sound healing or a restorative practice.

  • “I really loved the entire day, particularly the baby bonding and massage at the start.”

    Previous attendee

  • “Even though I didn’t have a little one, the pace and attentiveness made the space feel safe to *just be*”

    Previous attendee

FLORESTA ENCANTADA

Surrounded by the magical trees of the Sintra forest

 
 

01 / luxury grounds

Spend time amongst the trees, palaces and rolling hills of Sintra. The venue is surrounded by abundant nature and there will be time to recharge yourself in the lushious gardens. 

 
 
 

03 / casita

We also have use of the house, just moments away from the pavillion where we will spend most of the day. This is where the nannies can take care of the babies, or space for the babies to take a nap.

The retreat will be held at Floresta Encantada, a 10 minute walk from Sintra rail station or a 35 minute drive from Lisbon.

Floresta Encantada is a Holistic Retreat and Wellness Facility - a space to create and cultivate transformational experiences.

 

02 / The pavillion

We will spend the majority of the day in the pavillion - a beautiful, light, cosy and spacious practice space with plenty of mats, bolsters, blankets and equipment to ensure your comfort.

The Food

Wholesome and nutrient-dense food.

 

A protein-rich vegetarian lunch is provided, along with snacks, fruit, tea, coffee and sweet treats throughout the day. Baby meals are available for a €5 surcharge per baby.

MEET YOUR facilitator

Hi, Im Hannah. Integrative Somatic Psychotherapist. Yoga and Pregnancy Yoga Teacher. Perinatal Therapist. Mother.

I live near Fonte da Telha, just south of Lisbon with my partner, my dog and my one year old boy, Hopi, who so far he has been my biggest teacher.

I’m still learning and in the early phase of my motherhood journey. I strongly believe this journey should be shared, whatever it looks like for you - whether you’re navigating conception, are pregnant, or at any stage of post-partum.

Community makes me thrive and I’m creating this retreat for myself as well as you! To connect with and learn from other women and our babes.

More information

 

01/ TRAVEL

Floresta Encantada is located just 10 minutes walking distance from Sintra train station and 35 minutes drive from Lisbon.

There are various train routes from Lisbon to Sintra. It is easy to drive and park at the venue and there is space for 20 cars.

02/ PRICING

Early bird: €105 (sold out)

Full price: €139 (sold out)

Returners: €89 (sold out)

03/ TERMS

If you can no longer attend, you can cancel your space and receive a full refund OR transfer over to the next iteration (autumn/winter, date TBC 2024) up to three weeks before the start date of the retreat (16 August 2024). If you need to cancel within three weeks and no one takes the space unfortunately I cannot offer a refund.

What’s included?

  • All practices

  • Lunch, snacks, tea, coffee

  • Childcare for the afternoon practices

  • Yoga mats and all equipment

What’s not included?

  • Travel to and from the venue - there will be an option to carpool or share taxis with the other women in the group

  • Additional childcare during the morning session

  • Meals for your baby - there is an additional surcharge of €5 for baby-friendly lunch, please request this when booking

 Frequently Asked Questions

 

  • We have access to the house for the day where you can put your baby down for a nap at anytime throughout the day. During the morning session you will need to have a baby monitor with you as the nannies arrive after lunch.

    Alternatively your baby can nap in the pavillion where we will be practicing.

    You will need to bring something for your baby to sleep in - a travel crib, nest or stroller.

  • Yes, you can store your babies food in the fridge in the casita. Please let the assisstant know once you arrive.

  • The nannies arrive during lunch and there is generally one nanny per two babies. I will ask each nanny to assign themselves to you and your baby, so you can brief them on anything they need to know.

    Childcare is included but optional. If you'd like to opt out of childcare please let me know when booking.

  • The retreat is open to babies aged 0-3. I have found that mamas who come with younger and less mobile babies tend to have a more relaxing time, simply because they are able to sit in one space without running after their child - however, you know your baby, and it is still a wonderful day to spend with your toddler as well as a chance to connect with other mothers.

  • Any stage of pregnancy is welcome into this space. All practices will be tailored to suit your stage of pregnancy and post-partum.

  • A list of items will be sent to you ahead of the day - this is mainly for the babies, to make your day as easeful as possible.

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