FOR A HAPPY DELIVERY

Lord Jesus Christ, who said, "Allow the little children to come to Me, for the kingdom of heaven is for such",

I thank You for the great and holy privilege You granted to (name) as You entrust her with Your child, so precious in Your sight.

I praise and bless Your divine goodness.

Dear Jesus, I beg You to be mindful of the prayers and intercession of Your Immaculate mother,

Grant (name) a happy delivery.

Amen.

FOR A MOTHER'S DOCTOR

Lord Jesus Christ,

lover of little children, grand Your abundant blessings on (name's) Doctor.

Give her Doctor a deep appreciation of the work they perform.

May they know how precious that duty is in Your sight.

Guide her Doctor's hands at all times, and may all their work be done to Your honor.

Amen.

AN IRISH BLESSING FOR BABY

May (baby's name) always walk in sunshine.
May (baby's name) never want for more.

May God's angels rest their wing beside your nursery door.

And for the proud parents:
May God grant (names) a wee bit of heaven to cradle in your arms

A newborn babe brings light to the house
warmth to the hearth and joy to the soul.
For wealth is family
and family is wealth.

Amen.