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Having a child is an amazing experience.
And it also can be a time of worry and stress.
This is because we want the best for our children and know that pregnancy and the birthing process is complex.
To help put your mind at ease and get you into a positive mindset, I share with you the most inspiring affirmations for childbirth.
Use these mantras during your pregnancy term and while in labor to keep you focused and positive.
125 Inspiring Affirmations For Childbirth
Birth Mantras During Labor
#1. I gracefully surrender to the process of creating life.
#2. I listen to my body.
#3. I am proud of who I am.
#4. Don’t think of it as pain. Think of it as an interesting sensation that requires all of your attention.
#5. I am proud of you.
#6. I am proud of myself.
#7. I look for the breaks and sink into them.
#8. I want to meet my baby now.
#9. I slow down and take my time to keep my body safe.
#10. My body opens, my mind quiets, my baby descends.
#11. I can do this because I am doing it.
#12. Birth is a safe, wonderful, and powerful experience.
#13. put all fear aside as I prepare for the birth of my baby.
#14. My body knows just what to do and I trust it.
#15. Countless women have given birth before me. Their courage and strength are with me.
#16. I am made to do this.
#17. I trust that I have all the skills, talents, and abilities within me that I need to birth my baby.
#18. I can do anything for ten seconds. Count to ten. Repeat.
#19. My body is capable and strong.
#20. My body knows what to do. I will surrender fully and completely.
#21. My body knows what it is doing. I was made for this.
#22. I am created to do this.
#23. I guide. I protect. I wait. I hold space.
#24. I can do this. I am doing this.
Pregnancy Affirmations
#25. The ability to give birth is a gift.
#26. Sink into it.
#27. Fear is a liar.
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#28. My baby knows how and when to be born.
#29. My instincts can be trusted and lead me to my baby.
#30. My mind is relaxed. My body is relaxed.
#31. I am becoming more and more confident with every passing day.
#32. Change makes change.
#33. I trust my body and my baby.
#34. Perfectionism is a lie. I give myself permission to start messy.
#35. I can do this.
#36. I am able to encourage myself no matter the circumstances I find myself in.
#37. Ride the waves.
#38. This is the day I’ve been waiting for. I am ready.
#39. I allow my baby to feel my love, even when I am hurting.
#40. My baby and I are working together.
#41. I am a strong woman and my body is powerful. I trust my instincts to know what I need for my labor.
#42. I have the power to do everything I need to accomplish today.
#43. I have a voice and a choice.
#44. Pain is power. Pain is progress. Pain brings my baby to me.
#45. Pain is part of the process. I let it be. I know it will be over soon.
#46. I have grown this baby. I will birth her fearlessly.
#47. I accept myself fully and completely the way I am.
#48. I trust my body. I trust my baby. I trust my birth.
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#49. I have the power to change my story.
Birthing Affirmations
#50. My body and pelvis open wide for my baby to pass through.
#51. My muscles work in complete harmony to make birthing easier.
#52. When I feel I cannot do it, I know I am close.
#53. Not only do I trust my body, I am in awe of all it can do.
#54. I continue to ask for what I need.
#55. My body contains all the knowledge necessary to give birth to my baby.
#56. I am just who my family needs.
#57. I am enough. I did enough.
#58. I am fearless and brave.
#59. My body achieves what my mind believes.
#60. I have time, support, and all the tools I need to process my experience and find myself in it.
#61. I celebrate the time energy and effort I give to myself for a positive birth experience.
#62. My body has been perfectly designed for giving birth naturally.
#63. My birth is full of possibilities.
#64. Breathe in ability. Breathe out resistance.
#65. My pelvis releases and opens easily to make way for my baby.
#66. Women all over the world are birthing with me right now.
#67. I intuitively know the right thing to do.
#68. Each wave has a purpose.
#69. I create my life and birth.
#70. With every contraction, I reach through heaven and hell, life and death and bring new life to this world.
#71. Every contraction brings me closer to my baby.
#72. I am built for birth. My body and my baby know what to do.
#73. With each contraction, I say goodbye to the part of me that could not do it.
#74. Good strong contractions will help me meet my baby.
Labor Affirmations
#75. I let go of my fear and stay centered in the moment.
#76. It gets better from here.
#77. I am safe. My baby is safe.
#78. My courage and patience will send my baby into my arms.
#79. It can’t last forever. Babies always come.
#80. Each contraction is bringing my baby closer to meeting me.
#81. I accept and welcome labor.
#82. It is my birth-rite to enjoy my birth.
#83. I can, I will.
#84. My cervix opens and allows my baby to ease down with each contraction.
#85. Just because it’s hard, doesn’t mean it’s impossible. I can do it.
#86. I let go of shame and guilt to live and birth in joy.
#87. My future self thanks me for the time I am put into making my birth a good experience today.
#88. I focus on right here, right now.
#89. I am ready to meet my baby.
#90. I feel the power of my body with each contraction. My body works flawlessly.
#91. I let go and be present.
#92. I keep breathing. I keep relaxing. I listen to my body.
#93. I can’t go around it, I have to go through it.
#94. My efforts are appreciated now and in the future.
#95. Each contraction produces a healthy, positive pain that I can handle.
#96. My contractions can never be stronger than me. They are me.
#97. All of the strength I need is inside me.
#98. I can take time to care for myself as well.
#99. A baby will come out of my vagina.
Affirmations For Birth Partners
#100. I am stronger than I ever imagined.
#101. I’m with you.
#102. I will welcome my baby in peace and joy.
#103. One at a time.
#104. Baby is going to be here very soon.
#105. I am surrounded by love and so is my baby.
#106. Open, surrender.
#107. Our start does not determine our future.
#108. I believe in my body.
#109. I surrender to what is and let love heal me.
#110. I am strong.
#111. There is nothing to fear.
#112. I embrace the wisdom and innate knowledge of my body.
#113. I am strong enough to let my baby be born the way my baby needs.
#114. Be here.
#115. Lean on me.
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#116. I welcome surges. I don’t fight against them.
#117. One word at a time. Trust. Open. Relax.
#118. This is my experience too.
#119. My family is safe.
#120. I embrace my partner’s strength and beauty at this moment.
#121. I believe in you.
#122. Let me help you a little bit more.
#123. I surrender to the power of my body. My contractions bring my baby closer.
#124. I will heal.
#125. I can do this.
Final Thoughts
There are the best affirmations for childbirth.
Using these sayings will help you get through your labor and make the moment of meeting your new baby that much more special.
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