Humanist naming ceremonies are the perfect way to welcome your child with honesty, warmth and affection.

Going for a walk in the playground with my daughter Petra.

I am a new father to a beautiful little girl and a giggly and gurgly baby boy who have changed my life over the past three years. Both our children were born over two months premature and my wife and I have shared feelings of both worry and joy as they overcame their rough starts to grow into a happy, smiley, and sometimes very loud part of the family.

For us, our family and friends are very important, and so we understand the wish to celebrate your new arrival with those that you love.

If you are a secular or non-religious family then a religious ceremony is unlikely to be appropriate, which is why a Humanist ceremony may fit perfectly. They are relaxed, happy and personal occasions; and, since every ceremony is written specifically for a particular family, every one is unique.

Working closely with you, I can help to create and conduct a ceremony that is just right for you. I am firmly of the philosophy that every ceremony deserves to be special and uniquely reflective of your feelings towards your child and your hopes for them in the future.

Out to dinner with my son, Jericho

Naming ceremonies tend to be less formal than other ceremonies. They are child-centred and inclusive to people of all faiths amongst your guests. They are often held at the start of a celebratory party, and they can be held wherever suits you best: a village hall, in hotels, at home, in the garden, at the park, perhaps even at the zoo!