Closing the bones & bengkung belly binding
Picture this...
A quiet space, warmed by candlelight and the scent of sacred herbs. A soft shawl draped across your body, its woven threads holding the stories of women before you. The gentle rhythm of hands, a soothing lullaby for the body, guiding you back to yourself.
Closing the Bones—also known as the Sealing Ceremony—is a sacred, deeply loving ritual that honors the journey of birth and the transformation it brings. Birth is an opening, a widening of the body, heart, and soul. And just as nature ebbs and flows, there must also be a closing—a return, a gentle gathering of all that was given.
This ceremony is a calling back of your life force, a sacred reclamation of energy. Through rhythmic wrapping, warm oils, and intentional touch, your body is held in deep reverence—inviting balance, peace, and renewal.
It begins with the soft whisper of sacred smoke, clearing the space and welcoming you into stillness. A warm herbal tea is offered, grounding you in the present, as your birth story is heard and honored—every word received, every emotion held with care.
Perhaps you sink into a ceremonial bath, rose petals floating around you, as the waters embrace and soothe. Or maybe you rest on a soft surface, where warm oil is poured over your back, melting away tension, as hands move with quiet devotion, reminding your body it is safe.
And then, the Rebozo - a traditional Mexican shawl - wraps around your hips, your womb, your heart. A slow, rhythmic rocking begins, like the waves of an ancient ocean, like the heartbeat of the earth. One by one, each part of you is gently bound, held in stillness, allowing your energy to gather, integrate, and return home.
Lavender-infused flaxseed pouches are placed over you, warmth cocooning you in softness. Blessings are spoken, whispered into the fabric, sealing in the love, the transformation, the wholeness.
This is more than a ritual. It is a remembering. A restoration. A moment where time slows, and the sacredness of your journey is honoured in full.
Closing The Bones can be received as early as six hours postpartum (for those with a natural birth) or years later, whenever your spirit calls for it. It is a ritual of healing, of honouring the mother within, of embracing the depth of all that you are.
Here, in this space of love and reverence, you are gathered. You are held. You are home.
Together, we’ll dance through this magical journey, ensuring your birthing experience is bathed in love and empowerment. Feel the flutter of curiosity in your heart?
Let’s embark on this journey together – a journey that’s drenched in love, light and the promise of a blossoming you
Closing of the bones ceremony – includes warm oil back massage – £280 plus travel
Closing of the bones & Bengkung bind – includes the bind – £310 plus travel
Throughout pregnancy
The body performs a breathtaking dance—hormones orchestrating the gentle loosening of ligaments, allowing the pelvic bones to shift and open, creating space for new life. This sacred unfolding is nature’s way, yet in the weeks after birth, it can leave a mother feeling unsteady, as though the foundation beneath her is still finding its way back to center.
This is where the ancient art of belly binding steps in—a nurturing embrace that supports the body’s natural realignment, guiding everything back into harmony. More than just a physical support, it’s a quiet reassurance, easing the discomfort that often lingers in the lower back, offering stability where things still feel soft and unsettled.
Consistency is key. In the tender window of the first six weeks postpartum, wearing the belly bind for 10-12 hours a day can offer immense relief, gently encouraging strength and structure to return. For those who have birthed via C-section, patience is essential—waiting around six weeks until the incision has mostly healed ensures the body is truly ready to receive this care.
While deeply restorative, belly binding isn’t suited for all; in cases of a fallen uterus, it’s important to seek guidance before beginning the practice.
But for many, this simple, time-honored ritual becomes more than support—it is a sacred act of self-love. A way of honouring the body for all it has done, whispering gratitude for the journey, and wrapping oneself in the quiet knowing that healing, like birth itself, is a process meant to be held with tenderness.
I was so excited when I found Pamela. I was very keen to use the Bengkung belly binding as part of my healing process post-birth and it seemed no one in London was offering this. Luckily for me, Pamela came to the rescue. She made the most lovely binding material for me and premixed the herbs for the paste. Because we live too far from each other for her to provide hands on help with the binding, she took the time to walk me through the process over the phone and made me feel confident that I could do it myself. She also provided detailed instructions on how to apply the binding material and paste in the beautiful package she made for me. I now feel better prepared knowing that I can help my body recover so that I am in the best possible health to take care of my baby. Thank you Pamela for making this possible for me!
H Masri
If you're ready to embrace healing, feel deeply supported, and reconnect with your body after birth
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