Motherhood is a profound transformation, yet society rarely gives mothers the space to fully honor this shift. In the latest episode of Redefining Us, host Stephanie Konter-O’Hara speaks with Licensed Professional Counselor Kellee Meyers about the power of ritual, grief, and reclaiming sacred spaces for mothers.
The Unspoken Grief of Motherhood
Kellee shares how her own experiences of birth, trauma, and recovery led her to explore ceremony. Motherhood often comes with silent grief—mourning the self before children, unmet expectations, and the emotional toll of birth. Too often, mothers are told to "just be grateful," leaving them without space to process their pain. Kellee’s work challenges this, offering structured ways to heal.
The Closing the Bones Ceremony
This four-hour, in-home ritual helps mothers feel seen, held, and honored. Through storytelling, somatic practices, music, and swaddling, the ceremony mirrors the care we give to newborns—care that mothers rarely allow themselves. Whether done postpartum or years later, it provides a way to close one chapter and step into the next.
The Power of Being Witnessed
Healing happens in community. Kellee highlights the importance of being seen—not just through words, but through presence and ritual. Much like group therapy, the act of being witnessed can transform how we relate to our experiences.
Reclaiming the Divine Feminine
Stephanie and Kellee explore how this ceremony aligns with the essence of feminine energy—receiving, creating, and allowing care. In a world that constantly demands more from mothers, prioritizing self-nourishment is a radical act.
Why This Matters Now
With mothers more stretched than ever, intentional healing spaces are crucial. By prioritizing their well-being, mothers create healthier families, stronger communities, and a more balanced world.
Listen to the full conversation on Redefining Us to learn more about honoring motherhood through ritual and healing.
Connect with Kellee
Kellee is the founder of Wild Transformations, where she offers Closing the Bones ceremonies, maternal mental health support, and workshops for mothers. You can find Website: wildtransformations.com
IG and FB: @wildtransformations.
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