Preparing for Birth: A Grace-Filled Guide for Expectant Moms

Oct 29

When you’re preparing to meet your baby, there’s so much to plan - but even more to surrender. Birth isn’t something we can script perfectly, but we can prepare our hearts, our bodies, and our support system with intention.

Anchor Yourself in Peace

As a believer, one of the most powerful tools you have for birth is peace, the kind that passes understanding. Whether you call it prayer, breathwork, or Christian hypnobirthing, the goal is the same: to quiet fear and stay connected to the One who designed your body for this.
Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us to bring every request to God - yes, even contractions.

If you’re new to Christian hypnobirthing, try listening to Scripture-based affirmations or guided tracks that combine faith and relaxation. They’re a beautiful way to prepare your mind for a calm, confident birth experience.

Write Down Your “Wants” and Hold Them Loosely

It’s healthy to make a list of your preferences: lighting, music, immediate skin-to-skin, delayed cord clamping, minimal interruptions, etc. These “wants” help you communicate clearly with your birth team. But remember: flexibility is a gift. Birth rarely goes exactly as planned, and holding your list with open hands allows space for grace, both for yourself and your care team.

Build a Team You Trust

You don’t have to do this alone. Surround yourself with people who support your values and your peace. Here are a few trusted local professionals and resources I personally recommend:

Doulas

Ally Davis — allydavisphotography.com (Birth Photographer + Doula)
Vanessa Tobias — vanessatobiasphoto.com (Doula + Birth Photographer)
Taylor McClure — @blessed_doula25 (Certified Doula)

Pelvic Floor Specialists

Dr. Rachel Moore and Dr. Kassi Rieger with Disrupt Physio — experts in prenatal and postpartum pelvic floor care, alignment, and breathwork.

IBCLC (Lactation Consultant)
Schedule an appointment before birth to discuss feeding goals and common challenges. Early connection can make all the difference in your postpartum journey.

Birth Centers

The Advice Birth Center
Nativiti Birth Center
Bliss Birth Center

Each offers a calm, supportive environment focused on natural, family-centered care — perfect for mamas who want a peaceful, midwife-led experience.

Hospital or Birth Center Tour
Visit ahead of time so the environment feels familiar and peaceful when your big day arrives.

Gather the Essentials

Here’s a gentle list of things to prepare ahead of time:

Birth bag packed with comfy robe, socks, snacks, charger
Baby’s outfits + swaddle
Birth plan/preferences sheet
ID + insurance card
Toiletries + hair ties
Scripture cards or affirmation cards
Nursing pads + postpartum care items
Blanket or pillow from home for comfort

(And remember, you truly need less than you think.)

Prepare Your Heart

Spend time praying over your birth, your body, your baby, your caregivers. Speak life over your delivery and remind yourself that you were made for this. Your preparation is good, but His presence is what carries you through.

“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
— Proverbs 31:25

You’ve Got This, Mama

If you’re a Studio Brae mama preparing for birth, I’d love to connect you with trusted doulas, IBCLCs, or pelvic-floor specialists I personally recommend. You’re not walking this alone.

At Studio Brae, I would be honored to help you hold onto this chapter, not just with words, but with photographs that preserve the beauty, the chaos, and the sacred in-between. Because one day, when the house is quiet and your babies are grown, these images will bring you right back to the love that changed everything.

Let’s create something beautiful together. ✨
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