The "Rite for the Blessing of a Child in the Womb" was crafted to support parents awaiting the birth of their child, to encourage parish prayers for—and recognition of—the precious gift of the child in the womb, and to foster respect for human life within society. It may be offered within the context of the Mass as well as outside of Mass.

God, author of all life,
bless, we pray, this unborn child;
give constant protection

and grant a healthy birth
that is the sign of our rebirth one day
into the eternal rejoicing of heaven...
~ excerpt from the Prayer of Blessing

• Learn more about the “The Gift of Joy”, a new booklet on “The Blessing of the Child in the Womb”.
   
• Rite of Blessing for a Child in the Womb / Rito de benedición de una criatura en el vientre materno

• News Release from March 26 (Solemnity of the Annunciation):
  Vatican Approves English and Spanish Texts for 'Blessing of a Child in the Womb'
   
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