Finding out you’re pregnant can bring a wave of emotions all on its own. Then when you begin to realize that there’s so much to prepare for labor and birth, things can get really overwhelming, really fast. It’s so important to not just prepare your home birth supplies or hospital bag and baby gear. Take time to truly prepare your mind for what is about to happen as your body is being used as a vessel to deliver new life into the world.
One thing that truly brought peace to my mind during pregnancy was meditating on scripture and just speaking life-giving words over my body and my baby. I decided to create my own printable christian birth affirmation cards so I could hang them in my birth space and read them out loud. It was so important to me to speak the Lord’s promises, saturating the atmosphere.
If you have fear or anxiety flooding your thoughts about your upcoming labor and birth of your baby, meditating on scripture and Christ-centered birth affirmations can help replace those negative thoughts with words of peace.
what are affirmations?
An affirmation is defined as the act of confirming something to be true. There are a lot of unknowns in labor and birth, So when using affirmations, we are speaking absolutes that we do know. We can begin to declare these truths over our minds, our bodies and our babies.
how to use christian birth affirmation cards in pregnancy and labor
There are so many ways you can use birth affirmation cards throughout your pregnancy and once your body begins working to bring your sweet baby into the world. Many mamas hang them up over their birth tub or wherever they are preparing their birth space.
Birth affirmation cards could also be placed around your bathroom mirror or on your nightstand–really anywhere that you will see them as a constant reminder. Having an additional smaller set is great to throw in your bag so you can have them when you’re at work or out of the house.
While I was in labor with my son, I loved having my husband choose a few affirmation cards at a time and just read them out loud. It was soothing to hear his voice read scripture and speak God’s promises over me. I’ve even seen some birth videos where an older child is reading them over their mama *cue tears.* There’s just something so sacred about someone you love reading the words of God while you are bringing new life into the world.
give birth affirmation cards as a gift
Birth affirmation cards can be such an encouraging gift to give to a mama at a baby shower. Many gifts to moms are baby-focused so it’s nice to give something that can support her spiritually and mentally. These birth affirmation cards can be a simple add on to a little curated gift basket alongside some goodies for mama and baby. I’ve been prompted a few times by the Holy Spirit to gift the ones I created to certain moms and I’ve ended up being the one blessed by their responses.
birth affirmations + bible verses for birth
There are some specific verses in the bible that speak directly about childbirth, anxiety, fear and labor. But, there’s also some other verses that the Lord has spoken directly to my heart that have brought me peace during both of my pregnancies. I organized these by categories so you can find some encouraging words to help you in any areas you may be dealing with during your pregnancy and leading up to your labor.
bible verses for fear
So do not fear, for I am with you; Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10
The pain that I’m feeling can’t compare to the joy that is coming. – Romans 8:18
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened. And do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:9
Do not fear for I have redeemed you. I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. – Isaiah 43:1-3
For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, sound judgment and personal discipline (abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control. – 1 Timothy 1:6-7
bible verses for anxiety
I lift my eyes up to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth. – Psalm 121:1-2
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. And do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:9
I will walk by faith even when I cannot see. – 2 Corinthians 5:7
bible verses for peace
You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed upon you. Because he trusts in you. – Isaiah 26:3
Be strong and do not give up. For your work will be rewarded. – 2 Chronicles 15:7
My grace is enough; it’s all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness. – 2 Corinthians 12:9
bible verses for childbirth
My body is fearfully and wonderfully made. I was created to do this – Psalm 139:14
When a woman is giving birth, she has sorrow because her hour has come. But when she has delivered the baby, she no longer remembers the anguish. For joy that a human being has been born into the world. – John 16:21
Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. – 1 Corinthians 15:58
affirmations for fear
I replace fear with faith. My body is strong and my God is even stronger.
As I walk now through the valley, let your love rise above every fear. Like the sun shaping the shadows, in my weakness your glory appears.
affirmations for peace
I choose to rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding.
People who love me are praying for me and my baby right now.
Let your living water flow over my soul. Let the waves of your love and mercy carry my baby into my arms.
His ways are always higher, His ways are always good.
My body is a vessel for bringing forth new life.
I choose to rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding.
People who love me are praying for me and my baby right now.
Let your living water flow over my soul. Let the waves of your love and mercy carry my baby into my arms.
His ways are always higher, His ways are always good.
My body is a vessel for bringing forth new life.
I choose to rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding.
People who love me are praying for me and my baby right now.
Let your living water flow over my soul. Let the waves of your love and mercy carry my baby into my arms.
His ways are always higher, His ways are always good.
My body is a vessel for bringing forth new life.
I choose to rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding.
People who love me are praying for me and my baby right now.
Let your living water flow over my soul. Let the waves of your love and mercy carry my baby into my arms.
His ways are always higher, His ways are always good.
My body is a vessel for bringing forth new life.
affirmations for childbirth
I trust the Lord who designed and created my body to birth this baby.
God has perfectly prepared this day for my baby’s birth.
I give birth in safety. I am held by the Lord. He strengthens me with every breath.
I do not labor in my own strength. I rely fully on God.
It is an honor to play this role in my baby’s life, God’s plan and His creation.
Let each powerful surge wash over me. Each wave is bringing me closer to meeting my baby.
These mighty waves have a purpose. They are moving my baby down and closer to my arms.
printable christian birth affirmation cards
It’s so important to get these truths into your heart and mind during pregnancy and labor. Speak them over yourself when you wake up. Have your spouse or birth support team read them to you as you’re in labor. Give a pack of printable birth affirmation cards as a gift to another pregnant mama.
During my second pregnancy, I took the time to list out verses and affirmations that really encouraged me. I chose words that allowed me to fix my mind on Jesus allowing me to submit this pregnancy and upcoming labor to him.
Leading up to my estimated due date. I took the time to design printable affirmation cards with those verses and sayings. I put on some worship music and just poured my heart out to the Lord about my fears and my desires for labor as I cut out each card. It was such a sweet time really allowing those words to soak into my heart.
surrendering your labor to the Lord
Ultimately, it is up to the Lord when our babies will make their entrance into the world. If we fully surrender to His will, things may not look like we imagine, but His plan for us is so perfect. Letting go of every detail in your pregnancy and labor can be hard, but it is so sweet to see all that the Lord has for us.
Birth is raw, messy, unpredictable, but so holy. It’s the sweetest honor to be a vessel bringing forth new life.
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