No matter how you plan to bring your baby into the world—your mind is just as powerful as your body. Birth is unpredictable, but one thing you can control is how you speak to yourself through the process. That’s where birth mantras come in. Simple, encouraging phrases can help you stay focused, calm, and empowered as you bring your baby earthside.

Mantras are more than just words—they’re little anchors of strength. When labor gets intense, or nerves start creeping in, repeating a mantra can bring you back to your power. They help shift your mindset, reduce fear, and remind you of the incredible strength you already have within you.

Here are some simple yet powerful birth affirmations to support you:

• I am strong, I am capable, I am ready.
• With each breath, I soften and open.
• My body knows what to do.I surrender to this moment.
• Every wave brings me closer to my baby.
• I trust my instincts, my body, and my baby.
• I am surrounded by love and support.
• My breath is my power.
• I can do anything for one minute.
• I am safe, my baby is safe, we are working together.
• This is temporary, and I am unstoppable.

Want to make these affirmations a meaningful part of your journey? Here are some simple ways to incorporate them:

• Write them down: Place them where you’ll see them daily—on your bathroom mirror, by your bed, or in your planner.
• Record yourself: Hearing your own voice saying these words can be incredibly reassuring.
• Use them during relaxation exercises: Repeat them during deep breathing, prenatal yoga, or meditation.
• Create birth affirmation cards: Keep a set with you or have your birth partner read them to you during labor.
• Breathe them in: Sync a mantra with your breath to help stay present and calm.
• Lean on your support team: Ask your partner, doula, or support person to remind you of these words when you need them most.

However your birth unfolds, know that you are strong, capable, and made for this moment. These mantras are here to remind you of your power when you need it most. Trust yourself, embrace the journey, and know that every contraction, every deep breath, and every moment of surrender is bringing you closer to your baby. You are amazing, Mama—never forget that!