BLOOM
Imagine giving your daughter the gift of confidence and connection - and receiving your own dose of clarity, calm, and joy right alongside her.
The laundry piles up. The group texts never stop. Dinner? Still a mystery.
And somehow, in all the rushing, planning, and caretaking…the connection with your daughter can start to slip.
You see her growing up so fast - bigger shoes, bolder questions, deeper emotions.
You want to hold onto this version of her just a little longer…
To really be with her. Not just in the same room, but side by side, present and connected.
Welcome to BLOOM.
A one-day retreat designed for moms and daughters (ages 9 - 12) who are ready to pause the noise and pour into what matters most.
Together, you’ll explore confidence, creativity, and wellness in a way that feels fun, freeing, and deeply meaningful. You’ll laugh until your cheeks hurt, try new things, and maybe even cry (the good kind - the “I didn’t know I needed this” kind).
You’ll leave with shared memories, inside jokes, and a deeper bond than you came with.
The kind of day she’ll remember years from now - and so will you.
This isn’t just a retreat.
It’s a reset. A reminder. A chance to bloom—together.
Bloom Retreat
The Skinny
Saturday | October 4, 2025
10:00am - 3:30pm
Rolling Ridge Conference Center
North Andover, Ma
We know that every family looks a little different.
At BLOOM, what matters most is the connection - not the title.
If a mother isn’t able to attend, daughters are warmly encouraged to bring another special person in their life - a grandmother, aunt, older sister, or close family friend. Whoever shows up with love and intention is welcome here.
🌸 Why BLOOM?
Because life moves fast - and the moments that matter most can get lost in the shuffle. Between school drop-offs, packed schedules, and nonstop to-do lists, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the one person you’d do anything for.
BLOOM is your invitation to slow down. To step into a day that’s just about you two - laughing, learning, creating, and reconnecting in ways that stick.
This isn’t about being the “perfect mom.”
It’s about showing up, side by side, and building something real together.
You’ll leave feeling recharged, inspired, and more connected than ever - with fresh tools and memories to carry into your everyday life.
What’s Included with Your Bloom Retreat Ticket
(We're still adding magic - agenda & speaker updates coming soon!)
🌸 Five transformative hours of deep connection where you’ll dive into powerful topics like nutrition, tackling anxiety, strengthening relationships, and vision-building for the future!
📸 Portrait mini sessions to capture beautiful memories
🌸 Lunch and beverage service to keep you fueled and refreshed
🌸 Fun swag bag filled with goodies to take home
🌸 Custom t-shirts for the daughters, celebrating the special day
🌸 Ice cream sundae bar for a sweet treat and fun moment together
🌸 Dance party to let loose and have fun
🌸 A customizable gift certificate link so you have something special to hand to your daughter over the holidays!
🌸 Memories to last a lifetime as you strengthen the bond with your daughter!
Add-ons:
👕 T-shirt for mom
All this and more awaits you at BLOOM! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
What’s in Store for You:
Nutrition & (light) Cooking Session: Nutrition is the gateway to mental, emotional, and physical health. You and your daughter will create a simple, fun recipe together, learning how the right foods can nourish both body and mind!
Body Confidence & Self-Worth Workshop: Led by Leesh Pike, this empowering session explores the journey toward body confidence and self-acceptance - for both moms and daughters. With warmth, honesty, and a no-BS approach, Leesh helps break down the pressures girls (and women) face around body image and teaches practical ways to build resilience, confidence, and self-worth from the inside out.
You’ll leave with powerful language to use at home, tools to reframe negative self-talk, and a deeper understanding of how to model healthy habits - for your daughter and yourself.
Lead Together: A Confidence-Building Experience: Join Lorraine Connell, founder of Peers not Fears, for an engaging and eye-opening session designed to help you and your daughter see yourselves as the powerful leaders you already are. Through interactive activities and facilitated conversation, you’ll explore your unique strengths, stretch outside your comfort zones, and work together to solve challenges that foster connection, confidence, and real growth.
Expect "aha" moments, teamwork, and a shared experience that will leave you both feeling seen, supported, and empowered. Because leadership isn’t a title - it’s a skill we practice. And what better place to practice than side by side?
Dance Party & Happy Hour with Photos: Keep the energy going with an ice cream sundae bar, dance party, and the opportunity for photos by Kate Mackey of Aura Photography! Capture memories, bond with new friends, and end the day on a high note!
More to come! We will be adding more to the agenda as it gets closer but some of it will remain a surprise!
Each ticket includes lunch and beverage service for you and your daughter
Lorraine Connell
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Whitney Cardosi
Bloom Kitchen + Retreats
Whitney, the founder of Bloom Kitchen, is passionate about empowering moms and kids to embrace healthy living, both in and out of the kitchen. With years of experience running cooking classes, wellness programs, and community-building events, she knows how to make health fun, accessible, and sustainable for families. 🍴
At the BLOOM retreat, Whitney will lead a powerful session on how nutrition is key to mental and emotional well-being. She’ll guide moms and daughters in making a simple, nutritious recipe together, showing how food can fuel both body and mind. Her mission? To leave you inspired, connected, and ready to thrive. 🌸
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Leesh Pike
Leesh Pike Fitness
Leesh Pike is a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and women's wellness expert who’s passionate about helping moms feel strong, confident, and at home in their bodies—at every stage of life.
With her signature blend of science-backed knowledge and real-life relatability, Leesh helps women cut through the noise around diet culture and unrealistic expectations. At BLOOM, she’ll be leading a powerful session on body image, self-worth, and how to model a healthy relationship with our bodies—for ourselves and our daughters.
Her story is raw, inspiring, and deeply empowering. You’ll leave feeling stronger from the inside out—and more equipped to support your daughter in doing the same.
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Lorraine Connell
Peers Not Fears
Lorraine Connell is a teen leadership and empowerment coach, educator, and the founder of Peers Not Fears - a platform dedicated to helping tweens and teens build confidence, develop leadership skills, and embrace their inner power.With decades of experience as a teacher, mom, advisor, and coach, Lorraine knows firsthand that leadership isn’t about titles - it’s about showing up, practicing courage, and knowing your worth. At Bloom, she’ll guide mothers and daughters through an interactive experience that builds self-awareness, communication, and mutual respect, while helping both generations see themselves as leaders in their own lives.
Her energy is contagious, her wisdom is hard-earned, and her approach is all about real connection. You’ll walk away with new tools, shared language, and a deeper understanding of the strengths you and your daughter bring to the table - together.
💖 Invest in Her Future
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💖 Invest in Her Future *
Don’t let this moment pass you by.
Your daughter won’t stay this age forever - and neither will this opportunity.
Join us at BLOOM and give her the gift of your presence, your time, and your heart. You’ll laugh, connect, grow - and walk away with memories that mean everything.
One ticket covers entry for BOTH mom & daughter.
🎟️ Tickets are limited - grab yours now and save your seats!
✨ $359 ✨
Includes
2 tickets
mother/daughter portraits
lunch & beverage service
child t-shirt
Payment installments available at checkout
Gifting this Experience?🎁
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Gifting this Experience?🎁 *
Looking for a meaningful gift that goes beyond the usual?
Give the gift of connection, confidence, and unforgettable memories with BLOOM.
When you register, you’ll receive a beautifully designed, printable card to share with your daughter or the special guest attending with her. It’s the perfect way to surprise her with something truly special - a day just for the two of you to bond, grow, and create memories you’ll both carry for a lifetime.
Because the best gifts aren’t things. They’re moments spent together.
FAQs
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The next Bloom is coming soon! Fall 2025
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Your ticket includes six hours of workshops, activities, and bonding time. This includes:
Sessions on nutrition, anxiety management, relationships, and vision-building
This year we are including your mother/daughter portraits in the cost of the ticket!
Lunch and beverage service
Fun swag bags and custom t-shirts for daughters
Ice cream sundae bar and dance party
Memories to last a lifetime!
Some items are subject to small changes but attendees will be updated in the event of any changes.
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Ticket prices coming soon!
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The goal of BLOOM is to create a meaningful one-on-one connection between a mother (or special someone) and a daughter. I encourage moms to just bring one child. I plan to run the retreat at least twice a year so most moms are bringing their older daughter this time, and then saving a future retreat for the second or third child. That said, we can certainly accommodate more than one child if capacity allows- use the contact form at the bottom of the page to discuss.
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Absolutely! If a mom isn’t able to attend, we welcome other special figures like grandmothers, aunts, or close family friends to join the retreat with the daughter.
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All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. However, if you are unable to attend, your ticket can be transferred to someone else. Please notify us in advance to arrange the transfer.
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Yes! Lunch and beverages are included in your ticket price, as well as an ice cream sundae bar during the afternoon party. Allergies will be accommodated.
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We recommend keeping it casual and comfortable! If you plan to take advantage of the portrait mini sessions, you may want to dress with photos in mind, but overall, casual attire is perfect for the day.
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Yes! We’ll have Kate Mackey Photography on-site offering optional portrait mini sessions during the ice cream and dance party. You can also take advantage of the lunch portion to snag photos by the cozy fireplace and/or balloon arch. It’s a great chance to capture beautiful memories from the day!
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You can secure your spot by purchasing a ticket on our registration page. Remember, there are only 26 tickets available, so don’t wait!
Can’t Make Bloom This Year?
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