Mothers Journeying Together
A retreat for mothers to explore their journey as a daughter, as a woman, and as a mother – to enable them to parent their daughters to become the women our world needs.
What is Mothers Journeying Together?
Mothers Journeying Together is a three-day residential retreat for mothers who want to mother with intention, integrity, and confidence
This is a retreat like no other – one that helps mothers of daughters reflect deeply on our own experiences of being mothered, and how that shapes the way we now parent.
A space for real transformation – to explore the unfinished business we carry from our own mothers, the kind of women we’ve become, and what we want to pass on to our daughters.
Meeting women exactly where they are – with honesty, support, and depth – through powerful conversations, experiential exercises, gentle reflection, and shared wisdom, we explore what it means to be the kind of mother our daughters need, and the kind of woman we want to be.
Who is this for?
This retreat is for mothers of daughters at any age, from child to adult.
Whether you fear what lies ahead with your daughter, already feel a disconnection, have a desire to heal, or simply feel drawn towards knowing yourself more deeply, this experience is designed to hold you wherever you are in your parenting journey.
You do not need to have experience with retreats or group work. Just bring your openness, curiosity, and the willingness to explore together with other women.
Why come?
- Because you feel the call to grow – for your daughter, and for yourself
- Because how you were mothered still lives inside you and influences how you mother your daughter
- Because understanding or healing the past opens space for something new
This is a retreat for mothers who want to:
- Step more fully into the kind of woman and parent you want to be
- Strengthen emotional connection with your daughter
- Reflect on how your past influences your parenting
- Explore your relationship with your own mother
- Reconnect with your sense of self beyond the role of mother
What to expect
This is not a day-by-day itinerary but here is what you can count on:
- Guided reflection in a safe, expertly held circle
- Gentle practices to determine what your daughter needs
- Supportive exercises to help you explore your story
- Time in nature to restore your nervous system
- Shared meals and meaningful conversation
- A community of mothers walking a similar path
- Quiet, nourishing space to simply be
You will not be asked to perform, fix, or prove anything.
This is time for you to come home to yourself, exactly as you are.
Retreat details
DATES: 2pm Friday 17th April – 5pm Sunday 19th April 2026
LOCATION: Nutley Edge Cottages, Sussex
A peaceful countryside venue surrounded by woodland, designed for rest and reflection
COST: £750 per person
Early bird discount £675 when booked by 17th March 2026
Bring a friend – £50 discount each.
INCLUDES:
- Guided facilitation with Kim McCabe and Helena Løvendal
- Shared accommodation
- All meals from supper Friday to lunch Sunday, nourishing, homemade, organic wherever possible and lovingly prepared
Single rooms may be available for an additional cost.
Frequently asked questions
Mothers of any age or stage are very welcome. The retreat is for women who want to pause, reflect, and explore their mothering journey, whether your children are little or grown. The only thing we ask is that you’re able to leave your children at home so you can fully focus on yourself during our time together.
You wouldn’t be alone in feeling that way. We’re very mindful of creating a kind, respectful space where there’s no pressure to share more than you want to. There’s plenty of room for quiet reflection, talking in pairs, and you’re always welcome to take things at your own pace. Many introverted women find the retreat supportive and grounding, because it’s really about tuning into yourself in the way that feels right for you.
This isn’t a therapy group. While we’ll be reflecting on ourselves, our mothering, and how we were mothered, the focus is on personal exploration rather than therapy or treatment. We create a supportive space for reflection, and if anything feels triggering or brings up difficult emotions, we encourage and expect everyone to seek additional support afterwards, as this space isn’t designed to replace therapeutic care. Our aim is for each woman to feel seen, respected, and able to benefit from the experience.
That’s absolutely fine – many women who join us have never done anything like this before, so you won’t be alone. You can expect a gentle, supportive space where everything is explained clearly and you can take things at your own pace. There’s no right or wrong way to join in – it’s really about giving yourself time to reflect and connect, in whatever way feels comfortable for you.
Most of the accommodation is in shared rooms, which we find often becomes part of the experience – after the initial adjustment, many women say it feels supportive, connecting, with lovely moments of fun and conversation. That said, we understand everyone’s needs are different. If having a twin room to yourself would help you feel more comfortable, we’ll do our best to arrange that if space allows – there would just be an additional cost. Please let us know if that’s something you’d like to explore.
You won’t need much – just bring comfortable clothes, indoor shoes or slippers, outdoor clothing for the season, a notebook and a favourite photo of your daughter(s). Most importantly, bring anything that helps you feel comfortable and at ease during your stay.
Just let us know what you need, we’ll do our best to accommodate any food allergies or dietary requirements so you can relax and enjoy the retreat.
This particular retreat is designed just for mothers of daughters, as the themes and reflections focus on that relationship. But we really appreciate your interest, and we’re hoping to offer something similar for mothers of boys or girls in the future. If you’d like to let us know at info@ritesforgirls.com, we can keep you posted when that happens.
Yes, absolutely, you’re very welcome to bring a friend! In fact, if you come together, you’ll each receive a £50 discount on the retreat price. It’s a lovely way to have extra support during and after the retreat, and you can choose to share a room if you’d like.
Step-mums are very welcome. It’s such an important and often challenging role, and everything we explore will be just as relevant to your journey
All the women who play a mothering role in a girl’s life are very welcome. The retreat is for anyone who cares for and helps guide the next generation, and your presence would be a wonderful addition.
Secure your place
Spaces are limited to keep the circle small and supportive.
“To mother well, I first needed to mother myself. Gently, honestly, and with love. That doesn’t always come easy!”
“Some of the things I needed, I didn’t get. Some of the things I got, I didn’t need. And now I choose what I pass on. I honour the mother I had, the mother I am, and the mother I’m still learning to be.”
“I came here thinking about how to help her grow. I leave here remembering how I’m still growing too. My daughter doesn’t need a perfect mother. She needs a present one. A real one.
A becoming one.”
“She watches not just what I do, but how I live, how I listen, how I carry my own story. When I speak gently to myself, I teach her how to speak to herself.”
“There was space to think, cry, laugh, and feel held. I came back more myself.”
