Self Advocacy Affirmations For Pregnancy And Birth

This is a gentle and supportive meditation to practice self-advocacy for pregnancy and birth. If you're currently pregnant or nearing birth and would like to feel supported and empowered in a medical setting, these affirmations are designed to help you.
Backing music is Healing Tides by Megan Wofford, licensed through Epidemic Sound.

Transcript

I know how to advocate for myself and my baby. My voice matters in every room I enter. I can and will tell my care team what I need to feel safe. My intuition is an important part of my care team. I can trust my body and myself. My baby and I are safe in this moment. I have the right to ask questions until I understand. I have everything I need to communicate my needs to those around me. I can always take the time to pause and make the decision that feels right for me. I awaken to the love and safety that are all around me. My baby is deeply loved and held. My baby feels my love, Peace, And joy. I am not alone in advocating for myself. I can call on my support people to help advocate at any time. My care team is here with me and for me. I assume and trust in their positive intent. My concerns are valid and worthy of being heard. I do not have to apologize for wanting clarity or reassurance. I do not have to hide my feelings to make others comfortable. It is not my job to be a good or accommodating patient. It is my job to be a voice for me and my baby. No is a full sentence. Wait is a full sentence. This is a safe place to give birth. It's not an emergency until someone says this is an emergency. I am safe. My baby is safe.