Prayers for a Baby

Prayers for a baby are a way for parents, friends, and loved ones to express their love, care, and concern for a new life that has just entered the world. They can be a source of comfort and support for the parents as they navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood, and they can also be a way to ask for blessings and guidance for the child as they grow and develop. Whether you are a parent seeking guidance and support, or a friend or loved one looking for ways to offer your love and encouragement, these prayers can provide a sense of connection and hope as you navigate the beauty and wonder of raising a child.

Prayer for Unborn Baby and Mother

• “Dear God, please watch over this unborn child and their mother. May the mother have a healthy pregnancy, and may the baby grow and develop safely in the womb. Please give them both strength, courage, and peace as they prepare for the birth of this new life. Amen.”
• “Heavenly Father, please bless this unborn baby and their mother with your love and grace. May the mother have a healthy pregnancy, and may the baby be born strong and healthy. Please protect them both and give them the strength and support they need as they begin this new journey together. Amen.”

Prayer for a Baby

Father, we pray before You seeking protection for our baby. You gave us this little one for a reason, so we know You have a plan for him/her. Oh Lord,  we pray for our baby’s protection and proper parenting to teach him/her lessons that apply for a lifetime. Thank You for listening to our prayers, God, and In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Short Prayers for a Baby

Short prayers that you can use to express your love and concern for a baby:

• “Dear God, please bless this precious child with good health, happiness, and love. May they grow into a kind and compassionate person, and may they always know your love and guidance. Amen.”
• “Heavenly Father, please watch over this little one and protect them from all harm. May they grow in wisdom and strength, and may they always feel your presence in their life. Amen.”
• “Dear Lord, please guide and protect this sweet baby as they navigate the world. May they be surrounded by love and support, and may they always find joy and peace in your presence. Amen.”
• “Dear God, please give this child the strength and courage to face the challenges of life. May they know your love and guidance every step of the way, and may they grow into a strong and resilient person. Amen.”
• “Heavenly Father, please bless this precious baby with your grace and mercy. May they always know your love and care, and may they grow into a person of kindness and compassion. Amen.”

Prayers for Baby in the Womb

• “Dear God, please wrap your loving arms around this unborn child and keep them safe. Protect them from all harm and guide their development in the womb. May they grow strong and healthy, and may they know your love and care every step of the way. Amen.”
• “Heavenly Father, please keep this unborn baby safe and secure in the womb. Protect them from all danger and give them the nourishment they need to grow and develop. Please guide and watch over them, and may they know your love and care always. Amen.”
• “We stand before You with a prayer for our unborn baby. Pending the time our little angel arrives into this world, we ask that You grant him/her good health and his/her mother, a safe delivery. Cover both of them with Your divine protection throughout this period. Thank You, Lord, for the miracle that our baby is, and In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.”

Prayer to Have a Baby

Lord, we stand before You to seek the gift of children. As the One who knows the future, present, and past, we understand Your time is the best. But You said unto us, “Seek, and we shall find.” Now, we’re ready to bring another life into this world, so we pray that You give us this miracle. Thank You for Your blessing, and In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Prayer for Baby Protection

Father, our family just introduced life into the world; so we seek now, protection for the little one. From his/her stages of infancy to adulthood, assign him/her a guardian angel. Don’t let our baby stray from Your blueprint, and guide our decisions concerning him/her. Thank You Jesus for being our savior, Amen.

Prayer for New Baby

Lord, we feel we’re ready for another baby; another opportunity from You to introduce life into this world. Father, our prayer seeks the blessing of the womb, and the opportunity to make the best for our little one. Grant us another dedication to Your mighty name, and safe delivery of the baby. Thank You for giving us this chance, and In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Prayer for Safe Delivery and Healthy Baby

God above, we pray today for our baby’s health. Grant us the safest delivery Lord. Grant the mother the strength to pull through with the delivery, and let the baby arrive in complete health. We thank You for answering our prayers with mercies. Amen.

Prayer for Baby Boy

Lord, we pray for our baby boy’s guidance and blessings, to act as tokens throughout his life. We want You to grant him the strength to power through any challenge, long life, and the ability to live by Your works and holy name. We exalt You and appreciate Your grace. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Prayer for Baby Girl

God, this is our prayer, seeking direct intervention in the life out both ourselves and our baby girl. We pray for guidance from You to show her the best paths to choose on her journey. You know her plan in life better than we do, so Father, protect our jewel and let her stay on the path of righteousness. We thank You for giving this miracle, and In Jesus Name, Amen.

Prayer for Baby to Sleep

Father, we pray for both our baby’s rest during night and day, as well as ours. We seek Your help because the little one is throwing a fuss, which we doubt his/her little body can take. You know Your angel Lord, and we pray that You help us in settling him/her down. We trust in Your eternal power to control, and thank You for this grace; Amen.

Bible Verses about Praying for a Baby

• Psalm 113:9 – “He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children. Praise the Lord!”
• Psalm 127:3 – “Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him.”
• Isaiah 44:3 – “For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour out my Spirit on your offspring, and my blessing on your descendants.”
• Matthew 18:19 – “Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven.”
• James 5:16 – “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
• 1 John 5:14-15 – “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him.”