A Prayer for Babes within the Womb

Almighty God, by whose Providence new life is conceived, look with mercy upon all thy handmaidens who are with child and upon the babes within their wombs. Strengthen them during the months of waiting and growth, and bring them in safety through the time of birth. And grant that each child may increase in wisdom and stature, and grow in thy love and service until he or she comes to thy eternal joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.