Prayer to Maintain Consistent Sleep Routines to Support Regulation
“In peace I will both lay me down and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.” — Psalm 4:8
Prayer to Allow Infants Time to Self-Soothe with Support Nearby
“I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.” — John 14:18
Prayer to Use Soft Lighting and Soothing Sounds
“He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.” — Psalm 23:2
Prayer to Avoid Overstimulation from Excessive Noise or Visual Input
“Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit.” — Ecclesiastes 4:6
Prayer to Provide a Calm, Safe, and Quiet Environment When Possible
“The Lord will give strength unto his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace.” — Psalm 29:11
Prayer to Encourage Bonding Time Free From Distractions (Phones, Screens)
“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10
Prayer to Reduce Caregiver Burnout Through Rest and Social Support
“In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength.” — Isaiah 30:15
Prayer to Educate Caregivers About Infant Emotional Cues and Needs
“Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children.” — Ephesians 5:1
Prayer to Encourage Caregivers to Seek Help for Stress, Anxiety, or Depression
“The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” — Psalm 34:18
Prayer To Support Caregiver Mental Health to Support Infant Mental Health
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28
Prayer to Comfort Infants During Distress Rather Than Withholding Care
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee.” — Psalm 55:22
Prayer to Create Predictable Routines for Feeding, Sleeping, and Play
“For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace.” — 1 Corinthians 14:33
Prayer to Practice Skin-to-Skin Contact, Especially in Early Months
“I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” — Psalm 139:14
Prayer for Use of Warm Facial Expressions and Gentle Tone
“A soft answer turneth away wrath.” — Proverbs 15:1
Prayer to Maintain Consistent Caregivers Whenever Possible
“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.” — Hebrews 13:8
Prayer to Hold and Cuddle Infants Frequently to Promote Secure Attachment
“As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you.” — Isaiah 66:13
Prayer To Respond Promptly to an Infant’s Cries to Build Trust
“The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth.” — Psalm 34:17
Prayer for Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders
God understands the struggles we face, including challenges with self-control and behavior.
Prayer for Sleep-Wake Disorders and Related Disorders
Sleep is a gift from God that restores and rejuvenates us.
Prayer for Elimination Disorders and Related Disorders
God cares deeply about every aspect of our lives, including the challenges we may face with our health.