The transition from Maiden to Mother is immense, it is a Rite of Passage. It is one of the greatest thresholds you will ever cross. Be brave my sisters, if you are being called to the great calling of becoming a Mother. It is truly a gift that will herald you into your fullness and you will blossom more than you could ever imagine. Yes, it is not easy, but you have all that it takes.
One of the most fundamental changes that will occur is that your gaze, your focus, will shift. As a Maiden your gaze is inward on your inner world, your thoughts, feelings and desires. As a Mother, your gaze shifts outward toward your child, as they become the center of your focus and attention. This is what truly marks it a Rite of Passage, for your experience of yourself will change. During this transition be gentle with your self, and realize that as you grow into your new self, into your mammahood, you will find your inner strength and power emerging.
You are by nature, a natural expression of the Feminine principle. All the qualities are inherent in you and you are walking a road that has been walked by women from the beginning of time. Open up to that power, and access your inner wisdom and strength and know that you can and you will. Remember to ask for help and take the time to find balance for yourself. Be brave, be true and you will, with an open heart, bless the new generation of angels to walk this earth.
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19 comments
Raya says:
Oct 12, 2011
So powerfully, beautifully and eloquently said… thank you mystic and gorgeous mamma, you spoke right to my soul as I ride the wave of change… Love always, R.
Marisa says:
Dec 1, 2011
CiertĂÂiiiiisimo M. Thank you, glad I read this now :)
Macha says:
Jan 10, 2012
Inspiring words, this helps a lot for those of us going through that challenging change. Thanks!!!
mm says:
Jan 10, 2012
My pleasure! So glad they were able to help! Hang in there and trust the unfoldment! â¤â¤â¤
Kharisma Ra says:
Mar 13, 2012
Thank you… :-)
Robin says:
Sep 26, 2012
A beautiful post….it really touched my heart today. I’m about to give birth to twin girls next Tuesday and have been struggling through this transition all year. I will treasure your words.
Shaya says:
Mar 9, 2013
Thank you
monica says:
Mar 4, 2014
hi! im a new mama of 9 days and this really speaks to my heart.. do you have any recommended readings, websites, ect. that delve into the maiden to motherhood transition theme further?? thank you!! xx
Laura says:
May 11, 2014
This transition took me about 4-5 years, but it is the most amazing thing that ever happened to me and I LOVE being a mother so much! <3
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Bridget says:
Dec 6, 2014
My son is 2.5 years old and still the transition is hard.
Ashley says:
Apr 19, 2015
This is extremely beautiful. Been on the journey of new motherhood since 2013 and now expecting another. It’s a life-altering and amazing experience, giving birth to life itself <3
natalie says:
Aug 28, 2015
thank you Cherylline, this brought my heart up into my mouth – where I am at feels like a HUGE transition…and these words helped put my experience into words, and I thank you for this, for these words and for pointing this over my pathway, love you and all the maiden/mamma’s ladies of the world xxxx
Danielle says:
May 5, 2016
Reading this has helped me acknowledge my own transition from maiden to mother, I am doing it for a 3rd time & this current pregnancy I feel guided by the new soul towards spiritual paths, I feel like i know his soul already. I know now I belong here on earth & I am a big oak Tree growing tiny acorns into big oaks. This knowledge fills me with so much happiness & pride. Thanks so much for the insightful article that has really helped me on my path
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White says:
Apr 18, 2017
wow! who’s the artist of this painting? it is amazing
Avani says:
Feb 8, 2019
Such a beautiful post. I felt compelled to share it with my mamas in the making as they embark on their birth journey with HypnoBirthing which is all about calm and relaxed breathing, positive and confident. Giving Birth truly is a life transforming act and trusting your body to be able to do what it was designed to do and has done for millennia is just beautiful. This is why I do what I do!
Dhan chu says:
Sep 10, 2020
I am not a mama, yet reading those words made me feel all the emotions. My tears rolled. Pregnancy is a beautiful spiritual journey and i want to experience it. Until some time ago i did not feel the urge to have a child. I even thought that the world is too bad to have kids. But recently i feel like i could be missing on something huge and carrying and raising a soul can open my consciousness more. (i dont know if it is egoist to say so).
I feel the lightness and stillness by reading these words written by MM. Thank you.
anne says:
Mar 13, 2021
Reading this as a maiden who is just growing a child inside to become a mother, the most important powerful and encouraging words to read. Deep from my heart I thank!!