OHA Maternal Child Health will be hosting its annual placenta burial ceremony.

The burial of the placenta on tribal land where the family is from can represent a root for the child and a tie to ancestors.

Some cultures believe this will act as a guide to ensure the child will always return home.

 

The ceremony will be led by knowledge keeper Pam Monias.

The event will be starting at 1 pm on Saturday at the Beatrice Wilson Health Center with a burial site still to be determined.

 

There will be a feast to follow at the health center.

 

Everyone is welcome to join in this sacred ceremony, ribbon skirts and traditional garbs are encouraged.

Medicines and cloth will be provided for free, and transportation can be requested if needed.

 

Call Robin Thornes at 204-627-7866 for information on the ceremony.