Matthew 12:34 states, “Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” This simply means what comes out of your mouth is a reflection of what is in your heart.  Ephesians 4:29 states, “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” 

It is imperative to consciously decide at this moment to speak only what is positive about yourself and your baby.  Speaking positively is not simply trying to say the opposite of what is negative.  It starts with  knowing biblical truths so that you can set your mind on what God says versus  what you think or feel. 

Let's say you visit your Obstetrician or Midwife and he/she informs you that that the yolk sac is present but the baby is not visible on the ultrasound just yet.  You may be feeling  disappointed and perhaps even a little worried; but if you take a minute to calmly think about it, you can change your perspective.  The key word here is “yet”!  This means your practitioner is aware that it may be too early to see the baby on the ultrasound. 

You put your faith in action when you set your mind on a positive  expectation or outcome. With an optimistic mindset you are then able to speak words of life and expect a good report.  Thus, in response to the doctor you may say, “great, so we will definitely be able to see the baby by my next visit!”  Your faith treats what you hope for as a reality.  As you remain steadfast in faith, hope for the best and trust God to help you every step of the way.

Affirmations are truths about your identity in Christ. The scriptures reveal many of the truths God says about you.  Declarations are the daily words of life you will speak over your pregnancy and your unborn child.  When you make a declaration, you propel your faith in the direction you want to go. 

It may seem redundant after a while to state the same phrases or prayers over and over again.  However, this is an important way to get these words of life into your mind, your spirit, and your heart.  Eventually what you have spoken and rehearsed will become a part of what you believe and expect. 

What you say stems from what is in your heart and what is in your heart stems from what you think.  What better to have naturally flow out of your mouth than words of life, hope, and a positive outcome!

God has made me a joyful mother; I rejoice with gladness everyday!

I  will have a quick and easy delivery!

My baby will be born healthy and completely  whole!

God  has hand-picked all of the nurses, doctors and hospital staff that will be involved in the birth of my child to ensure that we are well cared for!

I  am not afraid of childbirth because I was specifically designed for this!

My child is well-developed spiritually, physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially!

I have a good medical report and clean bill of health!

Every physician’s visit is a positive learning experience!

My baby’s development is normal and on-target at every stage of development!

My pregnancy will be smooth and free of  complications!

Salvation
I am saved by the grace of God. (Ephesians 2:5) 
              
God has blessed me with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ. (Ephesians 1:3)

Thoughts and Attitude
My mind is renewed as God reproduces his character within me.  (Ephesians 4:23) 

I open my mouth with wisdom and the law of kindness is on my tongue.  (Proverbs 31:26)

I am glad and rejoice in the Lord. I sing unto his holy name. (Psalms 9:2)

Favor
The Lord shines his face upon me and is gracious to me.  (Numbers 6:25)
                
Without a shadow of doubt, goodness and mercy pursues me daily. (Psalms 23:6)

Guidance                
The Lord instructs me and teaches me in the way I should go: He guides me with his eye. (Psalms 32:8)

Protection              
The Lord is my shield and the lifter of my head. (Psalms 3:3)
               
I lay down in peace and sleep safely. (Psalms 4:8)

I know to call on the name of the Lord so I put my trust in Him. (Psalms 9:10)

In the time of trouble, God hides me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle he hides me; he set me up on a rock. (Psalms
27:5)

Lord, you are my hiding place; you preserve me from trouble; you compass about with songs of deliverance. (Psalms 32:7)

Strength
I seek the Lord and his strength; I seek him continually. (1 Chronicles 16:11)

Childbearing
I am a fruitful vine; a conduit chosen by God. (Psalms 128:3; Ephesians 1:4)

I am like a tree planted by the rivers of water that bring forth my fruit in my season. (Psalms 1)

For baby
My child will be an olive shoot around my table – healthy, vibrant, and ready to take his place in my family. (Psalms 128:3)

My child is your workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.  (Ephesians 2:10, 15)