THE MOTHER BLOOMED GATHERING.
A little space for you, in the middle of motherhood.
A FREE monthly gathering for mums in and around Melbourne.
A space for conversations around motherhood, matrescence and the woman behind the mother.
Each month, we’ll explore a different topic. Sometimes thoughtful, sometimes light, sometimes a little deeper.
Come meet other local women, connect, share, reflect and have a little space for you.
Come as you are. No pressure. No expectations.
WHAT IS IT?
The Mother Bloomed Gathering is a relaxed, get-together for mums in and around Melbourne.
Each month we'll explore a different topic around motherhood, matrescence and the woman behind the mother.
There will be a question to get us talking, a simple activity or a few prompts to spark conversation.
Nothing formal. Nothing you need to prepare for.
Just honest conversation, genuine connection and space to be together.
Whether you’re craving adult conversation, wanting to meet some new women, curious about how motherhood has changed you, or just an opportunity to get out of the house for a while, you’re so welcome.
You don't need to be in a particular stage of motherhood to come along.
EACH MONTH WILL HAVE A DIFFERENT TOPIC TO EXPLORE.
Some might be about motherhood and matrescence.
Some might be about identity, relationships, friendships, work, dreams or life outside of motherhood.
Some might make you think.
Some might make you laugh.
And some might simply make you say:
"Oh... me too."
The conversation will be lightly guided, but there's no expectation to share.
Share as much or as little as you like.
WHAT TO EXPECT.
Think casual picnic meets meaningful conversation.
A rug. Some fruit and biscuits.
A few good questions. Time to chat and meet other women.
We'll start by settling in and getting to know each other, then explore the month's topic together before letting the conversation naturally unfold.
Nothing formal or structured.
Just come, sit, chat, listen, relax and connect.
And yes, kids are welcome.
They don't need to sit quietly while we have a meaningful conversation.
This is motherhood, after all.
WHY COME?
Sometimes you just need to get out, sit with other women and talk.
Motherhood can be wonderful, challenging, exhausting, confusing and everything in between.
And there is something pretty special about being in a room — or a park — with women who just get it.
A place where you can talk about motherhood, but also talk about you.
A little connection.
A little perspective.
A little space for the woman behind the mother.
THE DETAILS.
WHERE
Melbourne's north, generally a park in or around Darebin.
WHEN
Once a month.
TIME
10:00am – 11:30am
COST
Completely free.
KIDS
Very welcome.
WEATHER
We'll let you know if the gathering needs to be postponed or if the location changes.
COME AS YOU ARE.
You don't need to prepare anything.
You don't need to know anyone.
You don't need to have anything figured out.
You don't even need to feel particularly social that day.
Just come as you are.
I'll bring the rug, snacks and a few good questions.
You bring yourself, and the kids if they're with you.
JOIN THE MOTHER BLOOMED WHATSAPP GROUP
Get the dates, locations and updates for each month's gathering.
I'd love to see you there. Kathleen xx