118 Calming Birth Affirmations

Last Updated on April 4, 2024

“All Of The Strength I Need Is Inside Me.”

Birth affirmations are positive statements that a pregnant person can use to prepare for childbirth. These affirmations are designed to promote a positive mindset and help the pregnant person feel empowered, confident, and relaxed during the birthing process. 

Birth affirmations can be especially helpful for people who may feel anxious or fearful about childbirth, as they can help to counteract negative thoughts and emotions.

Using birth affirmations involves choosing positive statements that resonate with you, such as “I trust my body to birth my baby,” “I am strong and capable,” or “I welcome my baby with love and joy.” 

You can write these affirmations down or say them out loud to yourself or with a supportive partner or friend. 

Repeating affirmations regularly during pregnancy can help to reprogram your thoughts and beliefs, promoting a positive and empowering birthing experience.

Research has shown that using birth affirmations can have numerous benefits for both the pregnant person and their baby. 

When the pregnant person feels relaxed and confident during childbirth, they are more likely to have a shorter and smoother labor, require fewer interventions, and experience less pain and discomfort. 

Additionally, babies born to parents who use birth affirmations may have higher Apgar scores, which measure their overall health and wellbeing at birth.

Some other benefits of using birth affirmations include:

• Reducing fear and anxiety about childbirth
• Promoting a positive mindset and sense of empowerment
• Helping to establish a deeper connection between the pregnant person and their baby
• Providing a sense of comfort and support during the birthing process
• Encouraging a smoother and more efficient labor and delivery process
• Enhancing the overall birthing experience for both the pregnant person and their support team

Birth affirmations can be a powerful tool for pregnant people preparing for childbirth. By choosing positive statements that resonate with them and repeating them regularly, they can promote a positive and empowering mindset that can enhance their birthing experience. 

If you’re pregnant and interested in using birth affirmations, consider working with a birth professional who can guide you through the process and provide additional support during this special time.

Birth Affirmations

Birth Affirmations As You Are Preparing For Birth

1. “My body knows how to do this.”

2. “I have the power to change my story.”

3. “I will breathe this baby out.”

4. “The ability to give birth is a gift.”

5. “Perfectionism is a lie. I give myself permission to start messy.”

6. “This is my body and my journey. My priorities matter.”

7. “I celebrate the time, energy and effort I give to myself for a positive birth experience.”

8. “I accept myself fully and completely the way I am.”

9. “All of the strength I need is inside me.”

10. “I am proud of myself.”

11. “It’s okay to have a plan. And it’s okay if that plan has to change.”

12. “I can do anything with an endpoint in mind.”

13. “My future self thanks me for the time I am put into making my birth a good experience today”

14. “I’m prepared to meet any turns and changes my body and baby take during this process.”

15. “I let go of shame and guilt to live and birth in joy.”

16. “My baby and I are a team.”

17. “I am strong and capable.”

18. “I have the power to do everything I need to accomplish today”

19. “I believe in my body.”

20. “My body possesses all the strength I need.”

21. “Each wave of pain will bring me closer to my baby.”

22. “I am fearless and brave.”

23. “Being afraid of the unknown is normal, not shameful.”

24. “I am built for birth. My body and my baby know what to do”

25. “Women all over the world will be giving birth at the same time as me.”

26. “I have good people around me, who I trust.”

27. “I will rest and breathe when I need to.”

28. “Birth is a miracle.”

29. “A change to my birth plan is not a failure.”

Realistic Birth Affirmations

30. “I can do it because I’m doing it now.”

31. “Breathe in calm. Breathe out discomfort.”

32. “I have the power to birth this baby.”

33. “My baby will be born beautifully.”

34. “I welcome my baby.”

35. “I am safe, my baby is safe.”

36. “Contractions are a sign I’m ready.”

37. “I’m grateful I have so many people to support me.”

38. “I can do this to finally meet my baby”

39. “I’m stronger than my contractions.”

40. “A few hours of discomfort for a lifetime of love.”

41. “I have more strength than I need.”

42. “I am ready.”

43. “I have waited a long time for this and it is a beautiful moment.”

44. “This feeling will be worth it when I meet my baby.”

45. “This discomfort is a signal I’m birthing a healthy baby.”

46. “I can feel my baby coming closer to me”

47. “Contractions mean my baby is excited to meet me.”

48. “This feeling is temporary.”

49. “I am letting my body support me.”

50. “I’m ready to receive my baby.”

51. “Breathe in trust. Breathe out fear.”

52. “My body is opening like a flower.”

53. “Great things come from discomfort.”

54. “I am prepared.”

55. “My body is built for birth and I can handle this.”

56. “I’m taking this one second at a time.”

57. “I am in control.”

58. “I will have a good birth experience.”

59. “I trust my body to deliver this baby.”

60. “It’s getting better.”

61. “I have the strength to birth this baby.”

62. “I give myself permission to feel this way without judgment.”

63. “I’m more powerful than I know.”

64. “There’s 4 births every second. If they can do it, so can I.”

65. “I can surmount the pain”

66. “I’m going through the biggest act of love.”

67. “My future self is proud of me.”

68. “I’m performing a miracle.”

69. “I have everything the baby needs.”

70. “I’m strong enough to handle this.”

71. “I am more than capable.”

72. “My body knows what is best for me.”

73. “I am safe with my doctors/nurses/midwife/birth doula”

74. “I can do hard things.”

75. “My body opens softly and easily.”

Birth Affirmations To Give Strength During Labor

76. “Trust in my abilities, trust in my choices.”

77. “I do not need validation from others. My body, my baby, my birth.”

78. “My mind and body are relaxed.”

79. “When I feel I can do it no longer, I can, and I will.”

80. “I am prepared for whatever birth my body and baby need.”

81. “It is not pain I am feeling, it is my body doing what it is made for.”

82. “I am a strong, capable woman, and I can do this.”

83. “I am ready for my birthing experience.”

84. “For water births: The warm water is welcoming my baby, helping it gently from my body and into the world.”

85. “There is nothing wrong with being afraid. My fear demonstrates my love. I will work through my fear and be left only with love.”

86. “My baby is making its way into the world on waves of contractions.”

87. “I will not think of it as pain to be feared. I will think of it as sensations to be embraced.”

88. “I will meet my baby soon.”

89. “Childbirth is a natural process. Whatever happens, it will be my birthing experience and I will embrace it.”

90. “I am flexible and open to suggestions of change.”

91. “Soon my baby will leave my body, but it will never leave my heart. I am already a mother, and I will always be a mother. We are just evolving from one body to two.”

92. “I am joining the generations of mothers who have birthed before me. They did it and so can I.”

93. “Every wave of contractions brings my baby closer to me.”

94. “I will be present at every moment. I will not try to escape this birth. Instead, I will embrace it and the life I am giving to my child.”

95. “I look forward to my birthing day.”

96. “We are all born through our mother’s pain. With this pain, I am giving my child life.”

97. “It is natural to be scared of the unknown, my fear is natural.”

Birth Affirmations For Dad

98. “We created this baby together, we will raise this baby together, and we will birth this baby together.”

99. “Everything I do will be calculated to help her through the process.”

100. “The birth of our baby is also the birth of me as a father”

101. “This birth is beautiful and a splendid process.”

102. “I am already a father, I just have not met my baby. When I meet my baby, I will be the father it needs.”

103. “I respond to her needs in our shared birth experience.”

104. “We breathe together through each contraction, and soon we will hold our baby together.”

105. “I will ensure her needs are met.”

106. “She is strong, I am strong, our family is strong.”

107. “I am in awe of this amazing woman.”

108. “She is safe, our baby is safe.”

109. “I am here to love and support, unconditionally, in whatever way will help her the most.”

Christian Birth Affirmations

110. “Praise be, for the Lord, our God, is guiding me through this pain.”

111. “God chose this day for my baby to be born.”

112. “The spirit of God has made me and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.”

113. “I shall cast my fear and anxiety onto Him, for he is the Lord, our God, and I live in his love.”

114. “Christ strengthens me.”

115. “Have patience, my baby will arrive when God deems the time is right.”

116. “We welcome his beautiful creation into the world.”

117. “I trust God to guide me and my baby through birth.”

118. “Between each contraction, I shall rest with the Lord.”

What Are Affirmations And How Can They Help You?

Affirmations are positive statements that we use to challenge and replace negative thoughts and beliefs that we may have about ourselves or our lives. They can help to reprogram our minds and change the way we think about ourselves and the world around us. 

Affirmations work by tapping into the power of our thoughts and beliefs. Our thoughts and beliefs shape our perceptions, which in turn influence our feelings, behaviors, and outcomes. 

When we use affirmations, we are intentionally choosing to focus on positive thoughts and beliefs, which can help to shift our perceptions and experiences in a more positive direction.

Affirmations can be used for a variety of purposes, such as promoting self-love, building confidence, achieving goals, and reducing stress and anxiety. 

By regularly repeating affirmations that resonate with us, we can begin to transform our thoughts and beliefs and create a more fulfilling and joyful life. 

Affirmations are a simple yet effective way to cultivate a positive mindset and promote personal growth and development.

What Strategies Can You Use To Make Birth Affirmations Work For You?

Birth affirmations are a powerful tool to help you feel confident and empowered during labor and delivery. However, simply repeating positive statements to yourself is not enough – you need to use strategies that will make those affirmations work for you. Here are some effective strategies to help you get the most out of your birth affirmations:

1. Choose affirmations that resonate with you. Your affirmations should be personal and meaningful, and should reflect your own beliefs and values.
2. Practice your affirmations regularly. Repetition is key, so make sure to say your affirmations out loud or silently to yourself on a regular basis.
3. Use visual aids to help reinforce your affirmations. You might create a vision board or write your affirmations on sticky notes and place them around your home.
4. Use affirmations during different stages of labor. Some affirmations may be more helpful during early labor, while others may be more effective during transition or pushing.
5. Share your affirmations with your birth team. Your partner, doula, or midwife can help remind you of your affirmations and provide support when you need it most.

Remember that birth affirmations are just one tool in your toolkit for a positive birth experience. By using these strategies, you can make your affirmations work for you and feel confident and empowered during one of the most transformative experiences of your life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Birth affirmations are becoming increasingly popular as a tool to help women feel empowered and positive during labor and delivery. 

However, many women have questions about how to use them effectively. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about birth affirmations:

What Are Birth Affirmations?

Birth affirmations are short, positive statements that women can repeat to themselves during pregnancy, labor, and delivery to help them stay calm, focused, and empowered.

How Do I Choose The Right Affirmations?

Choose affirmations that resonate with you personally and reflect your own beliefs and values. You can also seek inspiration from books, websites, or other women who have used affirmations successfully during childbirth.

When Should I Start Using Birth Affirmations?

You can start using affirmations at any time during your pregnancy, but it’s best to start early so that you have time to practice and make them a part of your daily routine.

How Do I Use Birth Affirmations During Labor And Delivery?

During labor and delivery, you can repeat affirmations to yourself out loud or silently. You can also have a partner or doula remind you of your affirmations and provide support when you need it.

Do Birth Affirmations Really Work?

While birth affirmations may not work for everyone, many women find them helpful in reducing anxiety, boosting confidence, and creating a positive mindset during childbirth.

Can Birth Affirmations Help With Pain Management During Labor?

While birth affirmations may not provide pain relief, they can help women feel more in control and less fearful, which can help them cope with pain more effectively.

Do I Need To Have A Natural Childbirth To Use Birth Affirmations?

No, birth affirmations can be helpful for any type of childbirth, whether it’s natural, medicated, or a C-section.

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