There is no greater gift than to be entrusted with a new life.
When you are pregnant, there is so much to think about and pray for. You want a healthy pregnancy with no complications and safe delivery.
With so much at stake, it’s important to have a prayer that covers all the bases.
This prayer can be used during your pregnancy and also when you go into labor. It’s definitely a prayer that will help you keep everything in perspective, and give you peace of mind. So, say this prayer every day for a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery!
Prayer For A Healthy Pregnancy And Safe Delivery
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Dear Lord, thank you for the baby growing inside of me. I know that it is a miracle of life, and I want to do my part in protecting the development of this child.
I ask you to bless this little one with good health, to provide them with everything they need so that I can fulfill my responsibilities as a mother.
Please guide me on this journey so that I can be a good mother for this blessed life inside of me. And please help my husband understand his role as a father so that we may provide our baby with all the love and support they need. Amen.
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Dear God, thank you for the miracle of life. Thank you for this new baby and thank you for my body which is capable of bringing another child into this world.
Please bless this baby with the health, happiness and strength they will need to grow into a strong boy or girl. I ask you to bless my family in ways which we cannot imagine ourselves. Please guide us through our journey of parenthood.
Please help me to stay strong and healthy throughout this pregnancy, and please help my husband understand the responsibility he has in caring for our child. Please keep us safe through labor and delivery, and watch over us until we are all together again. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
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Dear God, please be with me as I carry this child inside of me. I know it is a miracle, and as this baby grows so do my feelings of love for them.
I pray that you continue to bless our lives with everything we need to care for this child. And please help me understand the sacrifices that being a mother will require from me.
I ask that you guide us through this journey and give us the strength and courage we will need to parent this child.
Please protect both my baby and me as our bodies continue to grow. Please take care of us during all the different stages of development, and help us to make choices that are healthy for both baby and me.
Thank you for this blessing. I also pray for the safe delivery of my baby. Please be with me as I go into labor and help me to understand the pain.
I pray that the birth of my child is a smooth transition and will not cause any harm or damage to either one of us.
Please don’t let anything tragically happen during this time, and please protect both baby and me throughout the process.
I know this is a big step in my life and I am nervous, but I know you will protect us and guide us through everything.
Thank you for making this child a part of our lives, we can not wait to meet them. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
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Dear God, I kneel before you on this night asking for your protection over my unborn child.
Please allow them to grow healthy and strong inside of me so that when they are ready to come into this world they will be able to do so safely with no complications.
I pray that you will care for both myself and my unborn baby throughout this pregnancy, keeping us both safe.
As my baby grows bigger please keep me healthy too. Let me remain strong for the birth of our child.
Protect me during the birthing process, and allow everything to go smoothly.
I pray for a healthy baby, so please let there be no complications during childbirth.
Please protect our lives, both my own and that of my unborn child. Let us remain safe throughout this pregnancy and delivery.
Please give me patience as I await the arrival of our child.
I pray that you will help grow a strong bond between me and my child as soon as they arrive into this world, that we will feel your love for one another.
Please allow us to have patience with each other as we both adjust to life together outside of the womb.
I ask you to give me strength throughout everything about this pregnancy and allow me to feel your strength beside me.
As this little person enters the world please let them know how much I love them; it is because of that love that I will do anything for them, and please give me the strength to be a good mother.
I pray that you help me learn how to raise my child in a way they will grow up feeling secure and safe with who they are as one person.
Thank you for this child and for being a part of our lives. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
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Heavenly Father, I praise and thank You for this child that You would entrust to my care. I confess right now my desire to be the best parent possible. I realize that Your Holy Spirit will prompt me as I seek Your wisdom in parenting my child/children with kindness, patience, gentleness, and self-control.
I ask You to bless my child with a desire to love You and want to do Your will throughout his/her life.
Help him/her be a responsible citizen of the world, being diligent in all he/she does, including actions at home and at school.
I pray that You would give me strength and endurance to be the best parent possible, and thank You for listening to my prayer.
I also ask for a safe delivery and a healthy baby. Protect me during the birthing process, through the labor pains, during delivery, and afterward.
Bless me with a peaceful night of sleep, so that I would have the energy to care for my child. Thank you, Lord, for all my blessings, now and forever! Amen.
Frequently Asked Questions
1) How do I find the right words to pray?
You can write down your own words when praying or feel free to copy down this article. You can also use these examples as inspiration in order to come up with your own original prayer about your baby. These prayers are given as examples and can be used to write your own original prayer.
2) Is there anything else I should know?
Be sure to speak from the heart when giving voice to prayer. Do not worry about eloquence; all you need is a sincere desire for God’s blessing on your unborn baby. Speak sincerely, and trust that God knows your thoughts.
3) How can I increase my faith?
One way to increase your faith is through the power of God’s Word. The Bible states in James 1:5 that “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” Pray about your concerns, and your faith will increase.
4) What if I don’t feel like God is hearing my prayer?
If you don’t feel like God has heard your prayer, just remember that the Holy Spirit is listening to every word you pray. The Bible states in 1Peter 3:12 that “For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” God is listening to your prayer, so continue to pray.
5) What if I say something wrong in my prayer?
God knows our hearts, so it doesn’t matter what you say in prayer. You can speak in tongues or not; just say whatever comes naturally during your prayer time. Don’t try to get fancy or put on a show of faith, just speak sincerely.
6) What if I get nervous when giving a voice to my prayer?
If you get nervous about saying your prayer out loud, don’t worry! After all, praying for your unborn child is certainly more important than praying in front of others. You can even pray behind closed doors or at home if you feel more comfortable in your environment.
7) What happens after I pray?
After you finish your prayer, thank God for listening to your concerns. Remember that He hears every single word of each prayer spoken; it is up to Him when to answer your requests. Be patient, and trust in the Lord!
8) Can I pray every day for my unborn child?
Yes, as often as you want to! The Bible states in 1Thessalonians 5:17 that “Pray without ceasing.” Never stop praying for your baby.
Conclusion:
So start praying today, and remember that it doesn’t matter what you say in your prayer as long as you truly have a desire for God’s blessing on your unborn baby. Speak from the heart, and know that God will hear your prayers.
God bless!
