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The Bump Banquet

A modern alternative to the traditional baby shower.

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The Bump Banquet brings friends and family together to prepare nourishing postpartum meals for the parents-to-be, filling the freezer, stocking the pantry, and creating meaningful support before baby arrives.

What is a Bump Banquet?

Hosted as part of The Hallowed Birth services, these gatherings combine practical preparation with celebration, connection, and care. Instead of focusing only on gifts for baby, The Bump Banquet centres the wellbeing of the mother and the whole family during the fourth trimester.​

What happens at a Bump Banquet?

Your gathering is guided through two connected experiences:
 
Postpartum Meal Prep with Jess
Led by Jess, your group will prepare freezer-friendly meals designed to support recovery, making the postpartum period easier and nourished.
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Together, your village will:

  • Cook and assemble nourishing postpartum meals

  • Portion, label, and organise freezer storage

  • Learn simple batch-prep strategies

  • Share food, laughter, and connection while preparing for baby

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No cooking experience needed. Everything is guided and set up for ease.
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Doula Q&A Circle with Adriana
Led by Adriana, this is a relaxed, supportive space to prepare emotionally and practically for birth and postpartum.
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This session includes:

  • Birth and postpartum education tailored to your group’s stage

  • Open Q&A (no topic is off limits)

  • Guidance on what to actually expect in the early weeks

  • Practical tips for recovery, feeding, sleep, and support systems

  • Resources and handouts to take home

  • Introduction to optional doula support, packages, and resources

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This is where knowledge meets real-life preparation, so families don’t just feel excited for baby, they feel ready for what comes after.
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What we provide

The Bump Banquet is a fully supported, done-for-you experience from start to finish.

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We take care of the planning, preparation, and hosting so you can simply arrive, connect, and enjoy the experience with your village.​

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Before the event

  • Initial consultation to plan your Bump Banquet experience

  • Customised meal selection based on dietary needs and preferences

  • Grocery planning and ingredient sourcing

  • Full event coordination and preparation

 

On the day

  • All ingredients and groceries provided and brought to the venue

  • Full setup of the cooking and preparation space

  • Guided facilitation of both the meal prep and doula education sessions

  • All cooking equipment and supplies required for the session

  • Calm, structured hosting so guests feel supported and engaged throughout

  • A thoughtfully prepared postpartum gift bag for each guest, including nourishing treats to help care for the body and mind in the weeks after birth

 

After the event

  • Full kitchen cleanup handled by our team

  • Meals portioned, labelled, and organised for freezer storage

  • Light reset of the space so everything is left tidy and restored

  • Take-home resources and postpartum information for the parents-to-be

Investment & Enquiries

The Bump Banquet is a fully customised, facilitated experience designed around your needs, dietary preferences, and group size.

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Because each event is tailored, including meal selection, guest numbers, ingredient costs, and level of support, we provide a personalised quote for every booking.

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Your quote will include:

  • Full planning and pre-event consultation

  • Facilitation by Adriana (doula) and Jess (meal preparation lead)

  • All groceries and ingredients for selected meals

  • Cooking, setup, and guided group experience

  • Full cleanup and reset of the space

  • Postpartum education session and Q&A

  • Take-home resources and materials for the parents-to-be

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How it works:

  • Enquire with your preferred date and basic details

  • We arrange a short consultation to understand your needs

  • You receive a tailored proposal and quote

  • Once confirmed, we handle everything from planning to cleanup

 

A bespoke experience, everytime.

No two families are the same, and no two Bump Banquets are either! Our aim is to create something that feels personal, supportive, and truly aligned with your village and your transition into parenthood.

Ready to book your Bump Banquet?

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