Almost every woman is afraid of childbirth: some remember the pain of previous contractions and pushing, others have heard from grandmothers, friends and neighbors how difficult it is to give birth. But, one way or another, absolutely everyone is preparing for this event and very different ways. Someone is looking good doctor and the maternity hospital, someone finds out about , someone runs around the shops, buying diapers, caps and a chest of drawers for the children's room... Without a doubt, all things are important. But the main thing in this bustle is not to forget about prayer.

A believing woman knows well that she cannot cope without God’s help. it does not leave her either in the days of preparation for conception, or during pregnancy, or during childbirth. Many may object: how can a woman giving birth pray during childbirth? After all, you need to think about contractions, attempts... The Holy Fathers teach that a person should pray every free minute. This also applies to a woman in labor during labor. Reading a prayer calms you down, and its power invisibly helps in the most difficult moments.

Spiritual preparation

You need to prepare for childbirth not only physically and psychologically, but also spiritually. What does it mean? A pregnant woman must definitely visit the temple before giving birth, attend services, confess and partake of the Mysteries of Christ. No matter how you carry your baby, birth can be unpredictable. And doctors are not always able to influence the outcome of childbirth. Only the Lord is all-merciful and all-powerful.

Just a few centuries ago, a woman in labor could not rely on anyone but God. Healing midwives did not approach a pregnant woman without praying. A lamp was burning in the corner in front of the icons, and all the relatives were sincerely praying. Today, people mainly rely on doctors, and only in extreme cases remember prayer. Few people believe in miracles these days. But they do happen. According to our faith it will be for us. There are many cases where prayer during childbirth worked miracles: severe labor pains subsided, those who could not be relieved of their burden were relieved, and even bleeding during childbirth stopped.

Who should I pray to?

Since ancient times, the tradition of praying during childbirth in front of the icons of the Mother of God “Helper in Childbirth”, “Leaping of the Baby”, “Feodorovskaya”, “Healer”, “Quick to Hear” has been passed down from generation to generation... And this is far from full list, after all, the miraculous icons in Orthodox Church a lot of. But the main thing is not which icon to bow to in prayer, the main thing is sincere prayer. Close people should pray for the woman in labor. It’s good to order a prayer service in church these days, read akathists to the Mother of God and other saints.

First of all, in all sorrows we turn to the Mother of God. She hears us and helps. Due to her purity and holiness, the Most Holy Virgin gave birth to the Son of God painlessly. Having experienced human difficulties, she understands each of us.

During childbirth they also pray to the Holy Great Martyr Catherine, Xenia of St. Petersburg, and Anastasia the Pattern Maker. During difficult births, pray to the righteous Joachim and Anna, the parents of the Most Holy Theotokos, Zechariah and Elizabeth, the parents of John the Baptist. Both married couples were barren until their old age, but they did not lose faith and prayed incessantly until the Lord gave them a child.

Prayers

Prayer to the Lord Jesus Christ

Lord Jesus Christ, our God, born of the Eternal Father to the Son before the ages, and in the last days, by the good will and assistance of the Holy Spirit, deigned to be born of the Most Holy Virgin as a child, given birth and laid in a manger. The Lord Himself, who in the beginning created man and woman, bound him, giving them the commandment: Grow and multiply, and fill the earth; According to Your great mercy, have mercy on Your servant (name), who is preparing to give birth according to Your commandment. Forgive her voluntary and involuntary sins, by Thy grace grant her the strength to be safely relieved of her burden, keep her and the baby in health and well-being, protect me with Thy Angels and save her from the hostile action of evil spirits, and from all evil things. For You are a Good and Lover of Mankind, and we send glory to You, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen

Prayers to the icon of the Mother of God “Helper in Childbirth”

First prayer

Accept, Lady Theotokos, the tearful prayers of Your servants who flow to You. We look at you holy icon bearing in her womb Your Son and our God, the Lord Jesus Christ. Even if you gave birth to Him painlessly, even though the mother weighed the sorrow and infirmity of the sons and daughters of human beings. With the same warmth falling upon Thy whole-bearing image, and kissing this tenderly, we pray to Thee, all-merciful Lady: to give birth to us sinners condemned in illness and to nourish our children in sorrow, mercifully spare and compassionately intercede, but our babies, who also gave birth to them, from a serious illness and deliver from bitter sorrow. Grant them health and well-being, and their nourishment will increase in strength, and those who feed them will be filled with joy and consolation, for even now, through Your intercession from the mouth of a baby and those who piss, the Lord will bring His praise. O Mother of the Son of God! Have mercy on the mother of the sons of men and on Your weak people: quickly heal the illnesses that befall us, quench the sorrows and sorrows that are upon us, and do not despise the tears and sighs of Your servants. Hear us on the day of sorrow who fall before Your icon, and on the day of joy and deliverance accept the grateful praise of our hearts. Offer our prayers to the throne of Your Son and our God, may He be merciful to our sin and weakness and add His mercy to those who lead His name, as we and our children will glorify You, the merciful Intercessor and the faithful Hope of our race, forever and ever. .

Second prayer

Oh, Most Holy Lady Lady Theotokos, who never leaves us in earthly life! To whom will I offer prayers, to whom will I bring tears and sighs, if not to You, Comfort to all the faithful! With fear, faith, love, Mother of the Belly, I pray: May the Lord enlighten Orthodox people to salvation, may He give us children to You and Your Son to please, may He keep us in the purity of humility, in the hope of salvation in Christ, and grant us all, in the veils of Thy grace, earthly consolation. Keep us under the canopy of Thy mercy, Most Pure One, help those who pray for childbirth, turn away the slander of evil freedom, grave troubles, misfortunes and deaths. Grant us grace-filled insight, a spirit of contrition for sins, grant us to see all the height and purity of Christ’s teaching given to us; protect us from disastrous alienation. May we all, who gratefully praise Thy greatness, be worthy of Heavenly tranquility and there with Thy beloved, with all the saints, let us glorify the One God in the Trinity: the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever, and unto the ages of ages. Amen.

Prayer to the Most Holy Theotokos before Her Feodorovskaya Icon

Troparion, tone 4: With the coming of Your honorable icon, the Mother of God, the now joyful, God-protected city of Kostroma, like ancient Israel to the ark of the covenant, flows to the image of Your face and our God incarnate from You, and through Your Mother's intercession You ever intercede for everyone under The shade of Your shelter brings peace and great mercy to those who seek refuge.

Kontakion 1st: To the Exalted Voivode, the Most Immaculate Virgin Mother of God, our Intercessor and the shameless Intercessor of Christians, with the appearance of the wondrous icon we gave our joy to the land of Russia and to all the faithful children of the Church who enlightened us, we diligently offer thanks to You, the Mother of God, and falling upon your most wonderful image, we tenderly say. Save, O Lady, and have mercy on Your servants who call: Rejoice, Mother of God, our zealous Representative and Intercessor.

Prayer: To whom will I call, O Lady, to whom will I resort in my sorrow; to whom will I bring my tears and sighs, if not to You, Queen of Heaven and earth: who will pluck me from the mire of sins and iniquities, if not You, O Mother of the Belly, Intercessor and Refuge of the human race. Hear my groaning, comfort me and have mercy in my sorrow, protect me in troubles and misfortunes, deliver me from anger and sorrow, and all sorts of ailments and illnesses, from visible and invisible enemies, pacify the enmity of those who suffer me, so that I will be delivered from slander and human malice ; Likewise, free me from your flesh’s vile customs. Cover me under the canopy of Your mercy, so that I may find peace and joy and cleansing from sins. I commend myself to your Motherly intercession; give me Mother and hope, protection, and help, and intercession, joy and consolation, and a quick Helper in everything. Oh, wonderful Lady! Everyone flows to You, without Your all-powerful help does not leave; For this reason, even though I am unworthy, I come running to You, so that I may be delivered from sudden and cruel death, gnashing of teeth and eternal torment. I am worthy to receive the Kingdom of Heaven and to You in the tenderness of my heart the river: Rejoice, Mother of God, our zealous Representative and Intercessor, forever and ever. Amen.

Oh, Most Glorious Mother of God, have mercy on me, Your servant, and come to my aid during my illnesses and dangers, with which all poor daughters of Eve give birth to children. Remember, O Blessed One among women, with what joy and love You went hastily to the mountainous country to visit Your relative Elizabeth during her pregnancy, and what a wonderful effect Your gracious visit had on both mother and baby. And according to Your inexhaustible mercy, grant also to me, Your humble servant, to be freed from the burden safely; Grant me this grace, so that the child who now rests under my heart, having come to his senses, with a joyful leap, like the holy baby John, will worship the Divine Lord Savior, Who, out of love for us sinners, did not disdain to become a baby Himself. May the unspeakable joy with which Your virgin heart was filled at the sight of Your newborn Son and Lord, sweeten the sorrow that awaits me amidst the pains of birth. May the life of the world, my Savior, born of You, save me from death, which cuts off the lives of many mothers at the hour of resolution, and may the fruit of my womb be numbered among the elect of God. Hear, O Most Holy Queen of Heaven, my humble prayer and look upon me, a poor sinner, with the eye of Your grace; do not shame my trust in Your great mercy and overshadow me. Helper of Christians, Healer of illnesses, may I also be honored to experience for myself that You are the Mother of mercy, and may I always glorify Your grace, which has never rejected the prayers of the poor and delivers all those who call on You in times of sorrow and illness. Amen.

It is not necessary to pray these exact prayers while standing in front of a specific icon. Pray “Our Father...”, say the Jesus Prayer, pray in your own words, asking for help in childbirth.

Remember, a woman’s salvation, according to God’s providence, lies in childbearing. Believe me, God will not leave us on the path to salvation!

Especially for- Tanya Kivezhdiy

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Prayer for a speedy delivery

Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary

Most Holy Virgin, Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, who weighed the birth and nature of mother and child, have mercy on Thy servant (name), and help in this hour, that her burden may be resolved safely. O All-Merciful Lady Theotokos, even though You did not require help in the birth of the Son of God, grant help to this Thy servant, who requires help, especially from You. Grant her blessings at this hour, and give birth to a child like her and bring her into the light of this world; grant her, at the right time, the gift of light in holy baptism with water and spirit. We fall down before you, Mother of the Most High God, praying: Be merciful to this mother, the time has come for her to be a mother, and beg Christ our God, who has become incarnate from you, to strengthen you with His power from above. For His power is blessed and glorified, with His Beginningless Father, and His Most Holy and Good and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Prayer to the Lord Jesus Christ

Lord Jesus Christ, our God, begotten of the Eternal Father by the Son before the ages and in the last days, by the good will and assistance of the Holy Spirit, deigned to be born of the Most Holy Virgin as a child, given birth and laid in a manger. The Lord Himself, who in the beginning created man and woman, bound him, giving them the commandment: Grow and multiply, and fill the earth; According to Your great mercy, have mercy on Your servant (name), who is preparing to give birth according to Your commandment. Forgive her voluntary and involuntary sins, by Thy grace grant her the strength to be safely relieved of her burden, keep her and the baby in health and well-being, protect me with Thy Angels and save her from the hostile action of evil spirits, and from all evil things. For You are a Good and Lover of Mankind, and we send glory to You, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Lord, help me, God’s non-idle servant, to be safely relieved of my burden and grant me a healthy baby.

I ask you Fedorovskaya Mother of God, help me at this hour to be relieved of my burden. Save and preserve me and my child.

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Waiting for the birth of a baby is an incredibly touching, joyful, and at the same time delicate period for the whole family. For a pregnant woman, the participation of loved ones and their support is very important: the full attention of her husband, understanding from older children and, of course, maternal care and love. After all, no one understands the worries and experiences of a pregnant woman as well as her own mother: She has walked this exciting path and is ready to mentor and support her own daughter along it. Many families expecting a new addition turn to God with requests, share their worries and hope for protection. IN Orthodox world It is believed that a mother's prayer for her pregnant daughter has great power.

Pregnancy - a blessing or a burden

For many women, pregnancy is the happiest period in their lives. This is an opportunity to physically experience the miracle of life and be part of it. It's no secret that the period of bearing a baby for a woman is also a test, both physical and spiritual.

The word “pregnancy” itself seems to come from “burden.” Since Old Church Slavonic times, the Russian language has preserved the expression “to be delivered from a burden,” which means to give birth to a child. Does this mean that the opinion that carrying a baby is a burden has been entrenched in the language for generations?

Pregnancy is a bright, happy, but at the same time very exciting period in a woman’s life.

This is not entirely true. Both the word “pregnancy” and the word “burden” have their roots in the same source - the Proto-Slavic root “bere”, which meant “burden, what is carried.” This means that there is a connection between the two concepts, but the word “pregnancy” would be correctly translated into modern language as in "wearing".

And, despite the fact that throughout the history of mankind women have bravely coped with their parental mission, each new experience of motherhood is individual and full of both joys and experiences.

Reflections on the health of the baby in the context of Orthodoxy

During this special period, every woman succumbs to thoughts about the future of the baby, about the process of childbirth itself, about the first days of the newborn’s life. The mother's heart often turns to God with prayer for the successful development of the child in the womb and for an easy birth. Following the example of the Mother of God, the expectant mother perceives pregnancy as a gift and shows humility in the hardships associated with it.

Dialogue with the Almighty is always intimate, full of aspirations and experiences. The best way to lead it is to listen to your heart and be honest with yourself, tell God about what is in your soul now. And at the same time, it is often impossible to find the right words to convey thoughts and feelings, so strong is the mother’s joy, so strong is the excitement.

Where to find inspiration and strength during pregnancy

The memory of generations contains advice to expectant mothers on how best to communicate with God during the delicate period of pregnancy: what biblical examples to reflect on, what icons to admire, and where to find strength of spirit.

The inspiring example of Our Lady

The most eloquent and inspiring example for a pregnant woman is Holy Mother of God. The image of a wise, merciful mother inspires women, and the union of the Virgin Mary with St. Joseph is considered a canonical example of the Christian family, understanding and patience. It is intended to inspire young families and instill in them the virtues of faith. It is believed that the icon of the Mother of God in the house has a beneficial effect on the expectant mother, and prayer addressed to her daily protects the pregnant woman and strengthens her spiritually. Read “The Pregnant Woman’s Prayer to the Mother of God.”

Patrons of pregnant women

In addition to the Mother of God, the blessed Matrona of Moscow is considered the protector and patroness of women during the period of expecting a child - many pregnant women come to the Danilovsky Monastery in Moscow to venerate her relics and read their prayer there.

Danilovsky Monastery

An appeal to Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker traditionally inspires all those who suffer and seek support and protection. And, as with other worries and fears, it is recommended to call on your Guardian Angel. The text of the prayer can be composed of your thoughts and aspirations.

Visiting the temple and contemplating the icons

The atmosphere of the temple is often conducive to spiritual searches and thoughts, and sets one in a calm mood. It is believed that viewing icons has a beneficial effect on the spiritual state of the expectant mother. The ecstasy and firmness they wear are transmitted to those who contemplate and strengthen them. Traditionally in Rus', pregnant women worshiped the icon of the Theodore Mother of God. The face of the Virgin Mary from the icon of the Mother of God of the Seven Arrows also inspires pregnant women. It is believed that she protects the family hearth and takes care of all family members. In the Orthodox world they believe that the icon of the Mother of God “Help in Childbirth” has miraculous power and helps pregnant women during the climax period. It is generally accepted that praying together in church strengthens the entire family morally in anticipation of the miracle of birth. You can venerate the holy icons together with your mother, spouse or older children.

Women's wisdom of generations - to help the expectant mother

Women have been keeping and passing on to their daughters for centuries the accumulated knowledge about family health, maintaining a home and caring for their loved ones. Expecting a baby is an exciting time for all family members. However, who is capable of deeply understanding what the expectant mother is experiencing, what joys and fears she is experiencing within herself? Of course, her own mother. She is able to give the expectant mother those invaluable advice, say those soothing words at the right moment that she needs.

Since ancient times, the mother’s prayer has been considered the most powerful

It is believed that the power of prayer for a pregnant daughter is limitless, just like the power of parental love. Future grandmothers are recommended to turn to Our Lady with requests for help and support for their daughter during this difficult period. The prayer can be expressed in your own words, or in ready-made example, which is often used in such cases. The main thing is that prayer comes from the heart.

Examples of a mother's prayer for her pregnant daughter

If you are using Church Slavonic language To turn to God with prayers, we give an example of such a prayer:

“Most Holy Virgin, Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on Thy servant (daughter’s name) and help at this hour that her burden may be resolved safely. O all-merciful Lady Theotokos, give help to this Thy servant, who requires help, especially from You. I bow down to you, Mother of the Most High God, be merciful, the time has come for her to be a mother, and beg Christ our God, incarnate from You, to strengthen her with His power from above. Amen".

“Most Holy Theotokos, Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, I ask You to have mercy on the Servant of God (daughter’s name) and help her be freed from her burden safely. Oh, all-merciful and kind Lady of Heaven, Mother of God, come to the aid of my daughter, give her support in difficult times. I only expect help from you for my little blood. I fall before your image and pray to the Almighty for protection for my daughter. You, Most Holy Theotokos, be merciful to her and do not abandon her in difficult times. Amen".

During the most difficult period for a woman in labor, you can support her with the prayer of the Mother of God “Quick to Hear,” asking for mercy and salvation:

“Most blessed Lady, Ever-Virgin Mother of God, who gave birth to God the Word more than any word for our salvation, and who received His grace more abundantly than all others, who appeared as a sea of ​​Divine gifts and miracles, an ever-flowing river, pouring out goodness to all who come running to You with faith!

To Your miraculous image, we pray to You, the all-generous Mother of the Humanity-loving Lord: surprise us with Your rich mercies, and speed up the fulfillment of our petitions brought to You, Quick to Hear, all that are arranged for the benefit of consolation and salvation for everyone.

Visit, O Blessing Thy servants, with Thy grace, grant to those who are ill, healing and perfect health, to those overwhelmed by silence, to those in captivity, freedom and various images of the afflicted to console, deliver, O all-merciful Lady, every city and country from famine, plague, cowardice, flood, fire, sword and other temporary and eternal punishments, by Your maternal boldness turning away the wrath of God: and from mental relaxation, overwhelming passions and falls, free Your servants, so that without stumbling in all piety, having lived in this world, and in the future, eternal blessings, we will be honored with the grace and love of mankind of Your Son and God, Him. befits all glory, honor and worship, with His Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit, now and ever, and unto ages of ages. Amen".

It is believed that this prayer acquires special power if it is said in front of the icon of the Mother of God “Quick to Hear.”

Icon of the Mother of God “Quick to Hear”

She is loved by many mothers for the glowing joy she radiates. The original icon is located on Mount Athos in Greece, but many women worship copies of it in Jerusalem, Moscow, Arkhangelsk, Petrozavodsk and other cities. Copies of icons are also considered miraculous.

Anticipation of a new baby traditionally unites the whole family in joy and excitement. We wish you to prepare for the solemn moment together and provide all possible spiritual assistance and support to the expectant mother.

This article contains: prayer during childbirth briefly - information taken from all over the world, the electronic network and spiritual people.

Pregnancy is the time to fulfill the commandment “Be fruitful and multiply”; it is the basis for the continuation of the human race on Earth. This is difficult but joyful work, and any work must be preceded by prayer.

At all times, every Orthodox person constantly resorted to prayer; he preceded any of his undertakings, any business with prayer. A person prays especially fervently and passionately when a task seems beyond his strength or threatens him with danger. The expectant mother, as well as her loved ones, need to resort to God’s help through a special means to alleviate hardships - prayer for help in childbirth.

For pregnant women, they usually pray to the Most Holy Virgin - the Mother of God, because no one else will help in the birth of a baby; they traditionally turn to her with a prayer for a safe delivery of pregnancy.

During pregnancy you should not do any medical indications most of the actions are considered sinful, but one must strive for spiritual perfection - often pregnant women, under the pretext of hormonal mood swings, offend undeservedly close people.

This should not be done - pray for the gift of wisdom and always stop at the right time and ask for forgiveness from people dear to your heart who were hurt by your outburst of emotions.

After all, family well-being and peace of mind during pregnancy are more important than ever.

How to pray for a pregnant woman?

You need to pray while you have the opportunity; the entire pregnancy should be accompanied by prayer. The prayer book contains a special “Prayer of a Pregnant Woman”; it should be read after sleep, in the morning, and in the evening, after the hardships of a long day. If you didn’t find it there, you can download the prayer from the Internet and print it out.

In cases of difficult pregnancy - pray to God to preserve the pregnancy - this will help alleviate suffering and maintain the pregnancy in order to give birth to a healthy baby.

A father should pray no less, and perhaps even more than a mother, for a successful pregnancy and childbirth. Every day it is worth remembering the greatest miracle in which he became a participant by the grace of God, and every day asking God for help. There is a special prayer for childbirth, but it is not necessary to look for prayers on the Internet or books, you can ask in your own words, the main thing is that the prayer is sincere and comes from the heart.

The Mother of God is the helper and patroness of all pregnant women, and after the child is born, the mother can prayerfully accompany his growth and development in front of various icons of the Mother of God

The “Mammal” icon helps in the development breast milk, the “Education” icon will give wisdom and patience for raising children, and “Increasing intelligence” helps older children cope with their studies. You can ask the Mother of God for your deepest desires, so that the birth and upbringing of your daughter will be happiness, so that the Queen herself will be your assistant in difficult work.

But this will happen later, now the main thing is to be safely relieved of the burden - for a safe and speedy birth of the Mother of God they traditionally pray in front of her image “Helper in Childbirth”.

It should be remembered that the icon of the Mother of God is not a witchcraft amulet, and it must be treated with respect, but without giving it unusual functions and capabilities. She is a real helper, quick and sensitive to a sincere request, but one must respect her as the Mother of the Savior Himself, without in any way offending or hurting Her Dignity.

While a woman is giving birth, it will be useful for her loved ones to turn to God for help, reading a prayer for easy relief from the burden.

For some time after giving birth, a woman should not enter the temple - this is due to the canons of the church, she is given time to “purify”, because childbirth in the canons of the Church is associated with some kind of physiological defilement. Traditionally, a special cleansing prayer precedes the woman's return to the temple.

The rules by which the cleansing prayer is read are not generally accepted and depend on the specific temple and its minister. Usually the cleansing and blessing of a woman is carried out after the baby has been baptized - the mother is not present at the baptism, and immediately after the sacrament is performed, the priest blesses the mother to enter the temple. The only thing you should remember is that you should not enter the temple on your own after giving birth - the cleansing prayer is read by a priest, and you should not break this rule.

How should a person who asked for help feel after prayer? Prayer is not guaranteed to have the same effect that you put into it. The reason is that prayer is not only a time of request, but also a time of humility. He does not leave His mercy only to those who humbly resort to God’s help.

And if you are humble, then it is stupid to demand anything from God. This is precisely the key difference between prayer and magic. The magician is obsessed with pride, he calls himself free from everything, but the one who prays must sincerely ask, but rely on the will of the Lord.

Prayers for childbirth: comments

Comments - 2,

I had a very difficult first pregnancy. Doctors practically do not let me out of the hospital, fearing for the safety of the child and for me as well.

On early stages offered to have an abortion. But this pregnancy was the only ray of light in my life.

I have never been an ardent believer, but now I pray, I pray every day

and I ask your family to pray for, first of all, for the child

And my soul feels lighter and lighter

I believe that prayers read by a mother will help her daughter during childbirth.

Prayer before childbirth

Most women experience a terrible fear of childbirth, especially if it is their first child. Those who have had a difficult experience of painful contractions also worry about repeated pain. I want to prepare myself so that I can feel more confident. Some people intensively study information on the topic, while others ask God's help, never tired of praying to the Lord and realizing that there is no other way to cope.

Believing young ladies pray both during preparation for conceiving a fetus, and when carrying a baby, and even directly during childbirth. The Holy Fathers say that it is necessary to turn to God constantly, every moment, every free minute. During contractions, prayer involuntarily calms and helps relieve pain.

Preparation for childbirth should include not only a physical, but also a spiritual aspect. That is, a pregnant woman should go to church before giving birth, attend a service, and confess.

Childbirth can be accompanied by unforeseen complications, and doctors are not omnipotent in all situations. Only God is omnipotent. According to our faith it will be for us. This is confirmed by numerous cases where prayer brought miracles. The unbearable pain subsided, and severe bleeding stopped.

Prayer before childbirth to the Lord Jesus Christ

Lord Jesus Christ our God, born of the Eternal Father to the Son before the ages and in the last days, by the good will and assistance of the Holy Spirit, He deigned to be born of the Most Holy Virgin as a child, given birth and laid in a manger, the Lord Himself, who in the beginning created man and yoked woman to him, having given them a commandment: grow and multiply and fill the earth, have mercy, according to Thy great mercy, on Thy servant (name) who is preparing to give birth according to Thy commandment. Forgive her voluntary and involuntary sins, by Thy grace grant her the strength to be safely relieved of her burden, keep this and the baby in health and well-being, protect them with Thy angels and save them from the hostile action of evil spirits, and from all evil things. Amen.

Prayer before childbirth to the Blessed Virgin Mary

Most Holy Virgin, Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, who weighed the birth and nature of mother and child, have mercy on Thy servant (name) and help at this hour so that her burden may be resolved safely. O all-merciful Lady Theotokos, even though You did not require help in the birth of the Son of God, grant help to this Thy servant, who requires help, especially from You. Grant her blessings at this hour, and grant her the birth of a child and bring her into the light of this world at the right time and the gift of intelligent light in holy baptism with water and spirit. We fall down to you, Mother of the Most High God, praying: be merciful to this mother, the time has come for her to be a mother, and beg Christ our God, who has become incarnate from you, to strengthen her with His power from above. Amen.

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How can an icon and prayers to the Mother of God help a pregnant woman?

How will the birth go, will everything be fine? Every woman thinks about this with excitement. Don’t be afraid, the prayer “Helper in Childbirth” will take you away from all fears. The intercessor of all Christians and all women is the Mother of God. People turn to her in any everyday difficulties, she prays and asks for all sinners, she is patient with mistakes, and she is also an assistant in childbirth. The Mother of God is a mother herself and it is she who needs to be prayed to throughout pregnancy, and especially as birth approaches.

Whoever asks will be given. How good it is for the soul of a believer! He feels the hand of the Lord everywhere, his support and his sign. If a person prays, then he experiences less anxiety and stress, he knows and believes that his prayers will be heard, and the Lord will not abandon him. By praying to the Mother of God, the person asking receives her support and her help.

How to pray to the Mother of God?

Having already learned about pregnancy, a woman must read a prayer for the child she carries under her heart, so that her pregnancy takes place under the protection of the Mother of God.

Prayer to the Most Holy Theotokos for children:

“O Most Holy Lady Virgin Theotokos, save and preserve under Your shelter my children (names), all youths, young women and infants, baptized and nameless and carried in their mother’s womb. Cover them with the robe of Your motherhood, keep them in the fear of God and in obedience to their parents, pray to my Lord and Your Son to grant them what is useful for their salvation. I entrust them to Your maternal supervision, for You are the Divine Protection of Your servants. Mother of God, introduce me to the image of Your heavenly motherhood. Heal the mental and physical wounds of my children (names) caused by my sins. I entrust my child entirely to my Lord Jesus Christ and Your, Most Pure, heavenly protection. Amen".

Prayers of Thanksgiving You can read it even during pregnancy. Don't all people have enough reasons to thank the Lord and the Mother of God? For pregnancy, for what we are already used to. Give thanks for the water, the sun, the sky, for admiring this world. We walk, we hear, we don’t go hungry. There are so many reasons to be grateful, we just sometimes forget about them.

Pregnancy itself is a great miracle and the Lord’s love for you. After all, the statistics on this issue today are not encouraging. How many couples have been dreaming for years, wanting to have a child, but cannot implement this main life plan. Over the years, a woman comes to understand that her most important mission, her purpose, is motherhood. Neither career, nor success, nor wealth can fill the heart as much as children's laughter and baby babble. Motherhood is a huge gift, they ask and pray to the Mother of God for it. With children comes a fullness of life, a lot of worries, but also a lot of joy. Children's love is unconditional; they love their parents because they are their parents. Who else could love you like that? They are defenseless, affectionate and expect the same love and affection in return. Here's what to think about during pregnancy. About the great joy that will enter your home. And earnestly pray to the Mother of God and our Lord, thank and ask for a calm birth and happy motherhood.

Spiritual preparation for childbirth

Visit the temple according to your strength (depending on how the pregnancy is progressing, if there is no toxicosis, dizziness, or weakness). You can sit in church, you don’t have to stand, because during pregnancy it’s physically difficult.

To prepare for childbirth in a Christian way is to confess and receive communion. If you have never done this, but have wanted to for a long time and still haven’t dared, this is a wonderful reason to dare to take this serious step. After all, we are all sinners, some to a greater extent, some to a lesser extent (even if it seems that there are no special sins). Open the book of preparation for confession, it lists the sins that a person may suffer from. You will be surprised how many of them can be attributed to you.

And after confession and communion there comes such lightness, inner purity and understanding that the child will be born without your sins. Keep this state longer, it would be better forever. But our earthly life forces us to sin (irritation, displeasure, melancholy, anger lie in wait for us at every step). Knowing that the Lord is inside you, it will be easier to resist and not allow into your soul everything bad and what is not from God.

Do good deeds (if possible and to the best of your ability). Think about who you can help and how. If you can’t financially, don’t worry. Help with a kind deed and support. Now so many people need to participate, you can show your attention, prepare an unexpected surprise, make a craft with your own hands, or just spend a couple of hours with a cup of tea. The main thing is a good intention and an open heart.

It is often said that with pregnancy a woman withdraws into herself. She no longer reacts so sharply to negative manifestations of the world around her, she is less upset by those things that she could not help but notice before. The Lord gives her such emotional protection. She is a vessel, she is a home for her child. Therefore, praying to the Mother of God, the Lord, she fills this house with prayer, love, kindness. The child feels everything inside her. The woman is calm and balanced. With prayer there will be no more impatience and irritation, which pregnant women experience during hormonal changes; prayer heals and calms. A child born in such an aura of faith will then himself become a believer and a worthy person. And this is the main dream of any mother.

Prayers during childbirth

You should definitely take the icon of the Mother of God with you to the maternity hospital. Pray all the time, as soon as the contractions subside, may the icon always be with you. She will protect you from bad things and will definitely help you get rid of the burden. Many women noticed the help of the Mother of God if the icon was with them. Either the baby suddenly turned around and took the desired position for childbirth, then the pain subsided. The main thing is to believe and pray fervently, from the soul, from the heart.

Prayer before the icon of the Mother of God “Helper in Childbirth”:

“Most Holy Virgin, Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, who weighed the birth and nature of mother and child, have mercy on Thy servant (name), and help in this hour, that her burden may be resolved safely. O All-Merciful Lady Theotokos, even though You did not require help in the birth of the Son of God, grant help to this Thy servant, who requires help, especially from You. Grant her blessings at this hour, and give birth to a child like her and bring her into the light of this world; grant her, at the right time, intelligent light in Holy Baptism with water and spirit. We fall down before you, Mother of the Most High God, praying: Be merciful to this mother, the time has come for her to be a mother, and beg Christ our God, who has become incarnate from You, to strengthen us with His power from above. For His power is blessed and glorified, with His Beginningless Father, and His Most Holy and Good and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen".

A short prayer to Our Lady:

“Virgin Mother of God, rejoice, full of grace Mary, the Lord is with you, blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb, for you have given birth to the Savior of our souls.”

The Mother of God is kind and cordial, she will help you in this and any other good deed. Don't forget to ask and don't forget to thank. Be kind, attentive, pray in Russian, Old Church Slavonic and any other language. May the Lord protect you.

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A short prayer for a woman in labor during childbirth

Many women in labor, when going to the maternity hospital, always take short prayers with them. Reading prayers will calm you down during contractions and help you collect yourself. The words of long spells and prayers that must be read during childbirth to relieve pain simply fly out of your head when contractions occur.

Especially for our readers-mothers who will soon give birth, we have collected various short prayers. Prayers consist of 2-3 sentences. It is not difficult to memorize such a short prayer to read during childbirth.

So, here is one short prayer for a woman in labor to read during labor.

“I trust the Mother of God in her arms. Take the torment away from me, Mother. Save, preserve and defend. Help me during childbirth. In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen".

Here is another prayer for women in labor.

And we are expecting a baby.

Also, this short prayer will help a woman in labor during childbirth.

The baby's quick hand gives.

In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.

Now and ever and unto ages of ages.

Important! The birth process doesn't always happen as we think. Even if you forget any words short prayer, then you can always read “Our Father” or “Rejoice, Virgin Mary.” During childbirth, even the words of a prayer from a friend from childhood can fly out of the mother’s head. In this case, mentally turn in your own words to the Lord or the Blessed Virgin Mary so that the birth will be successful and end sooner.

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Even if pregnancy is easy, it is rare that women do not worry about the upcoming birth. They worry whether everything will go well, worry about the child and own health. A believing woman will be helped to get rid of disturbing thoughts by turning to God and the saints. A sincere prayer that can be read both before childbirth and between contractions can become a real assistant in childbirth.

In front of the miraculous icon of the Mother of God “Helper in Childbirth,” a prayer is read for a successful outcome of childbirth, and they also ask for the health of newborns. It is believed that the Mother of God is able to help even with complicated pregnancies.

She is the patroness of all women, she herself went through the pangs of childbirth, therefore, as a rule, she answers a sincere prayer for an easy birth and the birth of a healthy child immediately.

“Receive, O Lady Theotokos, the tearful prayers of Your servants who flow to You. We see you in the holy icon, carrying Your Son and our God, the Lord Jesus Christ, in your womb. Even if you gave birth to Him painlessly, even though the mother weighed the sorrow and infirmity of the sons and daughters of human beings.
With the same warmth falling upon Thy whole-bearing image, and kissing this tenderly, we pray to Thee, all-merciful Lady: to give birth to us sinners condemned in illness and to nourish our children in sorrow, mercifully spare and compassionately intercede, but our babies, who also gave birth to them, from a serious illness and deliver from bitter sorrow.
Grant them health and well-being, and their nourishment will increase in strength, and those who feed them will be filled with joy and consolation, for even now, through Your intercession from the mouth of a baby and those who piss, the Lord will bring His praise. O Mother of the Son of God! Have mercy on the mother of the sons of men and on Your weak people: quickly heal the illnesses that befall us, quench the sorrows and sorrows that are upon us, and do not despise the tears and sighs of Your servants.
Hear us on the day of sorrow who fall before Your icon, and on the day of joy and deliverance accept the grateful praise of our hearts. Offer our prayers to the throne of Your Son and our God, may He be merciful to our sin and weakness and add His mercy to those who lead His name, as we and our children will glorify You, the merciful Intercessor and the faithful Hope of our race, forever and ever. ."

The second version of the prayer to the Mother of God at the icon “Helper in Childbirth”

“O Most Holy Lady Lady Theotokos, who does not leave us in earthly life! To whom will I offer prayers, to whom will I bring tears and sighs, if not to You, consolation to all the faithful! With fear, faith, love, Mother of the Belly, I pray: may the Lord enlighten Orthodox people to salvation, may He give us children to You and Your Son to please You, may He keep us in the purity of humility, in the hope of salvation in Christ, and grant us all, in the cover of Your grace, earthly consolation. Keep us under the canopy of Thy mercy, Most Pure One, help those who pray for childbirth, turn away the slander of evil freedom, grave troubles, misfortunes and deaths. Grant us grace-filled insight, a spirit of contrition for sins, grant us to see all the height and purity of Christ’s teaching given to us; protect us from disastrous alienation, so that we all, gratefully praising Your greatness, may be worthy of heavenly tranquility and there with Your beloved, with all the saints, we will glorify the One God in the Trinity: the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever, and unto the ages of ages. Amen".

Before the miraculous icon of the Mother of God “Helper in Childbirth” a prayer is read for a successful outcome of childbirth

Relatives and friends can pray for a woman in labor when she is already in the maternity hospital. In front of the iconostasis, at home or in church. It’s good if the future father asks the Higher Powers for help for his wife and baby. The prayer request of one’s own mother will also have a beneficial effect on the woman in labor.

Relatives and friends can pray for a woman in labor when she is already in the maternity hospital.

Prayers are extolled in front of the “Helper in Childbirth” icon, which is revered among Christians and famous for its miracles. They say that it can help even in severe cases, when it seems that medicine is powerless.

Prayer to the Virgin Mary can relieve pain and heavy bleeding, and relieve a woman from fears and depression.

Prayer before childbirth to the Blessed Virgin Mary

A prayer before childbirth to the Most Holy Theotokos will morale the mother in labor and give her strength before an important event. Moreover, at the moment of childbirth itself, it is rare that women manage to relax and find a couple of minutes to appeal to their heavenly patrons.

A prayer before childbirth to the Most Holy Theotokos will morale the mother in labor and give her strength before an important event.

Prayer during childbirth is quite energy-consuming and can be distracting for many women. It’s better to let others pray for them at this moment. Therefore, it is so important to sincerely, with unshakable faith in a good outcome, read the prayer to the Mother of God for childbirth before the onset of labor.

“Most Holy Virgin, Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, who weighed the birth and nature of mother and child, have mercy on Thy servant (name) and help in this hour so that her burden may be resolved safely. O all-merciful Lady Theotokos, even though You did not require help in the birth of the Son of God, grant help to this Thy servant, who requires help, especially from You. Grant her blessings at this hour, and grant her the birth of a child and bring her into the light of this world at the right time and the gift of intelligent light in holy baptism with water and spirit. We fall down to you, Mother of the Most High God, praying: be merciful to this mother, the time has come for her to be a mother, and beg Christ our God, who has become incarnate from you, to strengthen her with His power from above. Amen".

Prayer for a woman in labor and a child for a successful birth can also be addressed to the Holy Great Martyrs Anastasia the Pattern Maker and Catherine. Matrona of Moscow, Guardian Angel, Nicholas the Pleasant is also asked for help in childbirth with fervent prayer.

In the church they place candles in front of the icon of the Theodore Mother of God. She, like the “Childbirth Assistant,” can be taken with you to the delivery room. Buy one small icon, for example, in the form of a calendar, and keep it with you from the moment contractions begin. It will become your powerful amulet.

The pectoral cross should also not be removed during childbirth.

Prayer before childbirth to the Lord Jesus Christ

Learning the prayer to the Mother of God for childbirth is paramount for a pregnant woman. You can also turn to the Saints to enlist their support too.

But the main thing to remember is that the prayer before childbirth must first of all be addressed to the Lord, so that He will bless and help.

Prayer before childbirth should first of all be addressed to the Lord, so that He will bless and help.

After which you should relax and rely on His will. It is permissible to pray in your own words, including for doctors and midwives who will help the woman in labor.

“Lord Jesus Christ our God, born of the Eternal Father to the Son, before the world and in the last days, by the good will and assistance of the Holy Spirit, He deigned to be born of the Most Holy Virgin as a child, given birth and laid in a manger, the Lord Himself, who in the beginning created man and woman yoke him, giving them the commandment: grow and multiply and fill the earth; have mercy, according to Your great mercy, on Your servant (name), who is preparing to give birth according to Your commandment. Forgive her voluntary and involuntary sins, by Thy grace grant her the strength to be safely relieved of her burden, keep this and the baby in health and well-being, protect them with Thy angels and save them from the hostile action of evil spirits, and from all evil things. Amen".

Try to read all the mentioned texts word for word. Despite the fact that you can also pray in your own way. After giving birth, do not forget to thank the Lord, the Virgin Mary and the Saints who helped you in the mystery of the birth of your baby.

A prayer of thanks, which the relatives of the new mother can order in the church, will be the right decision.

How to pray to the Mother of God?

Before starting a prayer request, you should repent of all your sins, let go of grievances and ask for forgiveness from the Almighty. Think about whether there is a stone lying in your soul that you have long wanted to get rid of?

Purity of thoughts, freedom from anger and hatred is extremely important during this special period for a woman. Then it’s worth reading the canonical prayer “Rejoice to the Virgin Mary.”

It would be a good idea to start any appeal to the Virgin Mary with her. Pray as often as possible: immediately after waking up and before going to bed, after a meal and in moments of great excitement. Try not to skip prayers in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Prayer is healing, it calms and helps to achieve inner peace, which is so important when expecting a baby. Take communion as often as possible, drink holy water, eat prosphora, which will have a beneficial effect not only on you, but also on your unborn child.

Take communion as often as possible, drink holy water, eat prosphora

Read spiritual literature. Everything together will give good result: you will be mentally prepared for childbirth and will feel the invisible protection under which you and your baby are.

Read the prayer to the Mother of God about childbirth, with a feeling of deep respect, thoughtfully - and you will be heard.

“Oh, Most Glorious Mother of God, have mercy on me, Your servant, and come to my aid during my illnesses and dangers, with which all poor daughters of Eve give birth to children. Remember, O Blessed One among women, with what joy and love You went hastily to the mountainous country to visit Your relative Elizabeth during her pregnancy, and what a wonderful effect Your gracious visit had on both mother and baby. And according to Your inexhaustible mercy, grant also to me, Your humble servant, to be freed from the burden safely; Grant me this grace, so that the child who now rests under my heart, having come to his senses, with a joyful leap, like the holy baby John, will worship the Divine Lord Savior, Who, out of love for us sinners, did not disdain to become a baby Himself. May the unspeakable joy with which Your virgin heart was filled at the sight of Your newborn Son and Lord, sweeten the sorrow that awaits me amidst the pains of birth. May the life of the world, my Savior, born of You, save me from death, which cuts off the lives of many mothers at the hour of resolution, and may the fruit of my womb be numbered among the elect of God. Hear, O Most Holy Queen of Heaven, my humble prayer and look upon me, a poor sinner, with the eye of Your grace; do not shame my trust in Your great mercy and overshadow me. Helper of Christians, Healer of illnesses, may I also be honored to experience for myself that You are the Mother of mercy, and may I always glorify Your grace, which has never rejected the prayers of the poor and delivers all those who call on You in times of sorrow and illness. Amen".