Mothers Breathe: A Mother's Breathwork Workshop

This workshop welcomes all mamas, from beginners to experienced breathers.

Please note that this workshop is designed for an intimate group, and space is limited to a maximum of 15 participants.

In a nurturing community of mothers, we will use a conscious connected breathing pattern to release emotional and physical tension from the body, deepen your awareness of feelings and sensations, and promote self-exploration, healing, and vitality.

Through breathwork and intention-setting, you will enhance your connection with your child and yourself. You will also learn how your nervous system co-regulates with your child and how to set meaningful intentions for your relationship.

What is Conscious Connected Breathing?

Conscious Connected Breathing is an active, therapeutic breathing technique where increased oxygen intake creates energy within the body, allowing for enhanced awareness of mind, body, and emotions.

This is the breathing technique used in what is often referred to as a 'breathwork journey', and releases blocked energy and emotions in the body.

This Workshop is Perfect for you if:

• You’re a mother seeking a deeper connection with yourself and your child.
• You want to explore breathing techniques to enhance emotional and physical well-being.
• You’re looking for practical tools to help regulate your nervous system.
• You desire a supportive community of fellow mothers to share experiences and insights.
• You’re interested in setting meaningful intentions for your family life.
• You appreciate holistic practices and want to integrate them into your daily routine.
• You’re open to participating in group sharing and community-building activities.

Workshop Offerings & Inclusions:

• Breath awareness and connection
• Techniques for nervous system regulation and enhancing connection with yourself and your child
• Intention setting to strengthen family bonds
• Body scan meditation
• Conscious Connected Breathwork session
• Sharing circle for integration and community connection
• Local, organic refreshments and beverages
• Access to a supportive community rooted in motherhood
• Post-workshop community connection hour | 3:30 pm-4:30 pm (optional)

Workshop Layout

• Introduction 
• Check-in
• Breath Awareness Exercise: Connecting with the breath and arriving in our bodies 
• Theme Introduction: Breathing to regulate the nervous system and co-regulation with your child
• Intention-Setting Activity 
• Body Scan Meditation: Turning inwards
• Conscious Connected Breathwork Session
• Circle Sharing: Integration 
• Group Closing Connection 
• Post-Workshop Community Connection Hour: Optional mingling with refreshments 

Address:

Just a short walking distance from Square-Victoria metro in a stunning space in the heart of Old Montreal. Exact address to be revealed to ticket-holders only.

Tickets/Sliding Scale Policy Guide:

Tickets are available on a sliding scale from $80 to $125. A sliding scale allows you to pay what you can afford within a given range. 

• $80 to $90: For those with limited financial resources. Covers basic workshop costs including venue rental, minimum facilitator fee, and basic material.
• $90 to $100: For those with sufficient financial means. Contributes to the facilitator(s) full fee(s) and greater administrative costs.
• $100 to $125: For those with ample financial resources. Invests in long-term growth and accessibility, including scholarships and sliding scale spots, enhanced facilitator compensation, additional resources for future events, and encourages the sustainability of Aphrodite Health.

We recognize the impact of historical and ongoing systemic oppression faced by our Black, Brown, and Indigenous sisters. We invite and encourage women of BIPOC descent to consider the lower end of the sliding scale. For women who deeply desire to attend but are unable to afford the minimum ticket cost, please reach out to Melissa via info@aphroditehealth.co to discuss your situation confidentially.

Your Facilitators

Guest Facilitator

Tara is a mother and breathwork facilitator based in Montreal. She specializes in functional breathing for optimal health and performance, transformational breathwork, and using breath as a tool for parents. To learn more, visit Vivid Sense Breathwork on Instagram.

Host

Melissa Vrouvides is a community organizer certified in integrative psychedelic studies, specializing in somatics and trauma. Her vision is embodied in Aphrodite Health, a community organization where women can find holistic support through workshops, retreats, and one-on-one support. Melissa is also part of the Women on Psychedelics team, an organization empowering women through psychedelic education. Her driving missions include creating community-centred healing spaces, promoting education in the realm of psychedelic work and nervous system health, and actively working towards building a trauma-informed society. To explore and learn more about her work, please visit @aphroditehealth or www.aphroditehealth.co.

Please note: Certain contraindications may apply to breathwork, including, but not limited to, severe respiratory conditions, recent surgeries, or severe mental health issues. It’s important to consult with a healthcare provider before participating if you have any concerns.

For questions and further information, please reach out to Melissa via info@aphroditehealth.co