Naming Day ideas.
A naming ceremony is a non-religious celebration of the arrival of a new child. It is a way of welcoming the child and officially introducing him/her to family and friends.
Naming ceremonies are appropriate for anyone, at any age. The arrival of a new baby, uniting of step or adopted children within a family, or an adult name change are all great reasons to hold a naming ceremony.
See some of the best ideas for making the ceremony as meaningful as possible.
Write a poem about your child to read at the ceremony.
Photo signature frame – frame a photo of your child with a large enough border for people to write on it.
Astrological chart about your child’s life – various charts are available depending on the level of detail you want.
Star sign commemorative certificate – a full colour, laminated certificate providing information about the child’s star sign.
Meaning of name commemorative certificate – a detailed, full colour, laminated certificate.
Ceremony theme – base the ceremony around the meaning of your child’s name, or a theme they are ‘into’ such as fairies, Frozen or Paw Patrol.
Soaring spirit celebration – releasing of balloons/ecological confetti to encourage your child’s spirit to bloom and grow.
Rose petal/fairy dust blessing – shower with rose petals or fairy dust while reciting a favourite poem or blessing.
Lighting of a candle – naming day candles can be personalised and decorated with little flowers, butterflies, sporting items, cars, child’s name, photo, date of birth, weight and length, and a poem etc.
Planting of a tree – guests help plant the tree and as they place dirt into the ground, they say a word/s expressing their wish for the child OR give out bells for guests to ring as the tree is planted (Native Australian Plants are ideal and symbolic).
Time capsule/treasure box – can contain small gifts, photos, letters or written note cards. The capsule/box is presented to the child when they turn 18 or 21.
