Raising Boys Nurturing Yourself: A Wellness Retreat for Moms August 28-30, 2026
Step away from the demands of daily life and join us for an overnight retreat designed especially for moms seeking rest, renewal, and meaningful connection. Held at the beautiful Meadowkirk Retreat Center in Middleburg, Virginia, this experience offers space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself through guided activities, mindfulness practices, and supportive community. Leave refreshed, encouraged, and better equipped to care for yourself as you continue caring for those you love.
Overview of the Weekend
Yoga
Experience gentle, accessible yoga designed to help you slow down, become more present, and reconnect with your body. Through guided movement and breathwork, you’ll discover simple ways to release tension, reduce stress, and bring more balance into your everyday life.
Mindfulness
Learn practical mindfulness skills to help you slow down, become more present, and navigate life’s challenges with greater calm and clarity. Through guided practices, you’ll discover simple ways to cultivate awareness, reduce stress, and bring more balance into your everyday life.
Meaningful Conversations
Engage in authentic conversations with other moms in a supportive and welcoming environment. Share experiences, gain insight, and be reminded that you are not alone in the joys and challenges of motherhood.
Reflective Art & Journaling
Set aside time to pause, reflect, and listen to what matters most. Guided prompts and personal reflection exercises will help you gain clarity, perspective, and a deeper connection to yourself.
Rest & Renewal
Give yourself permission to step away from responsibilities and focus on your own well-being. This retreat offers space to rest, recharge, and return home refreshed in mind, body, and spirit.
Parenting Boys
Gain practical insights and strategies for raising boys with confidence and connection. Explore ways to better understand their emotional world, strengthen your relationship, and navigate the unique opportunities and challenges of parenting sons.
Retreat Schedule, Investment & Retreat Leaders
Schedule: The retreat begins Friday, August 25th, at 4:00 p.m. and concludes on Sunday, August 30th, at 11:00 a.m. All meals are included during the retreat and meals times are:
- Breakfast 8:30 – 9:15 a.m.
- Lunch 12:30 – 1:15 p.m.
- Dinner 5:30 – 6:20 p.m.
Private Room: $850 per person
Bring a Friend: $700 per person
(Shared room; registration required with a friend)
What’s Included:
- Two-night stay at Meadowkirk Retreat Center
- All meals
- Friday Dinner
- All Meals Saturday
- Sunday Breakfast
- Retreat programming
- Yoga, mindfulness, art and wellness activities
- Parenting discussions and community connection
Retreat Leaders:
David Paul, LCSW, MDiv, has facilitated retreats for over 25 years and is known for creating inclusive, transformative spaces for self-discovery and connection.
Mindy Van Wart, is a Resident in Counseling and Art Therapy practitioner. She has been facilitating retreats for many years. Drawing from her own meaningful retreat experiences, she loves helping others find space for reflection, creativity, connection, and personal growth.
Experience Required?: No prior experience with Yoga, mindfulness, or meditation is necessary.
Begin the Registration Process
Because we intentionally keep this retreat small and relational, registration begins with an expression of interest rather than immediate enrollment. Once we receive your information, we’ll reach out to schedule a short Zoom conversation so we can get to know one another, answer any questions, and ensure the retreat is a good fit for you and the group.
Submit you interest in attending by contacting us.
If you’ve been longing for a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and focus on your own well-being, we invite you to take the first step. This retreat offers a rare opportunity to be cared for, supported, and renewed alongside a community of mothers seeking the same.
Contact Us About Our Mom's Wellness Retreat
You can use the form below or call us at 703-691-0036.
Nestled in the countryside of Middleburg, Virginia, Meadowkirk offers a peaceful retreat setting just about an hour from the DMV. Surrounded by rolling hills, woodlands, and expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the property provides a quiet space to step away from the pace of daily life. The natural beauty and intentional design of the grounds invite reflection, rest, and meaningful connection. It is an environment that supports both professional growth and personal renewal from the moment you arrive.
Please Note: While hosted at a religiously affiliated retreat center, the retreat itself is non-religious and welcoming to individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs.
Comfort & Rest
The Manor House, a charming 1905 bed-and-breakfast-style home, provides an intimate and welcoming setting for our retreat. Serving as both lodging and gathering space, it offers a peaceful environment that encourages rest, reflection, and meaningful connection with fellow mothers throughout the weekend.
Bountiful Food
Throughout the weekend, you’ll be well nourished with exquisite, farm-to- table meals prepared by Meadowkirk’s talented culinary team—offering both comfort and delight in every bite.
Nature's Embrace
Six miles of scenic trails, a cozy fire pit under the stars, sweeping views of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, open fields and peaceful woodlands - it’s the perfect setting to reconnect with nature.
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