Honoring the Winter Solstice
The journey of pregnancy is one of the most transformative experiences a person can have. It’s a time when your body, heart, and mind are working together to create life. But beyond the physical changes, there’s a profound opportunity for introspection, empowerment, and manifestation.
As the winter solstice approaches—the darkest and longest night of the year—it offers a perfect metaphor for pregnancy and childbirth. Just as the solstice marks the turning point when the days begin to lengthen, so too does your pregnancy mark the transition into a new season of your life. The solstice reminds us that even in moments of stillness and darkness, growth and light are on the horizon.
Harnessing Your Inner Power
At Carriage House Birth, we believe that birthing the way you want to is a right. Our mission is to equip all birthing people with the knowledge, provide them the support, and surround them with a community that allows them to do just that.
Birth is sacred. As birthworkers, we are both keenly aware and deeply honored to bear witness to the journeys and milestone moments of both birthing people and their children. Every birthing process we have the gift of being a part of at Carriage House Birth matters! Our hope—and our driving purpose—is to help make that sentiment a universal one. Because sensitive, conscious, and informed care throughout the birthing process should simply be the standard.
Manifestation is one way to harness your inner power during pregnancy, helping you connect with your sense of agency and control throughout what can often be a daunting journey. It’s not about creating something out of thin air—it’s about focusing your intentions, energy, and belief systems to align with the outcomes you desire.
Here’s how you can use manifestation during your childbearing journey:
Journaling: Write about your ideal birth experience. Be specific and clear, describing how you feel, who surrounds you, and what support looks like.
Affirmations: Use positive statements such as, “I trust my body and its wisdom,” or “I am capable, powerful, and supported.” Repeat these often, especially during moments of doubt.
Visualization: Imagine holding your baby in your arms, feeling their warmth, and hearing their first cries. Picture yourself calm and strong throughout labor.
Embracing the Lessons of the Solstice
The winter solstice is a time to pause, reflect, and set intentions for the growing light ahead. Consider creating a solstice ritual that connects you to your childbearing journey:
Light a Candle: On the solstice night, light a candle and reflect on your pregnancy so far. What are you proud of? What have you learned? Let the flame symbolize the light you carry within.
Release Fears: Write down any fears or doubts you have about pregnancy or birth. Burn or bury the paper as a symbolic release.
Set Intentions: Take a quiet moment to think about what you want to manifest for the remainder of your pregnancy and postpartum. Speak these intentions aloud or write them in a journal.
Trusting Yourself and the Process
The solstice teaches us patience—change doesn’t happen overnight, but growth is inevitable when we trust the process. Pregnancy mirrors this rhythm. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by advice, expectations, or uncertainties, but remember you are the expert on your own body and experience.
At Carriage House Birth, we think arriving at a place where every birthing process is honored starts with arming birthing people with knowledge and confidence. That sense of agency can make all the difference, and it’s something we strive to foster in every family we work with.
We also believe this work extends beyond the birthing person to include furthering the education and practical expertise of birth workers and highlighting voices in the community who champion the causes we care so passionately about.
A Season of New Beginnings
As we welcome the solstice and its promise of returning light, we also celebrate your journey to parenthood. Just as the earth cycles through seasons, you too are moving into a season of immense change, growth, and joy. Harness the energy of this time to manifest the birth and postpartum experience you desire.
Carriage House Birth’s mission is to build a world where every stage of the birthing process matters, and every birthing person feels seen and heard. We are here to support you every step of the way, offering resources, community, and care to help you navigate this sacred time with confidence.
A Manifestation Practice for Expecting Families
Here’s a simple practice to try this solstice:
1. Find a quiet space where you feel comfortable.
2. Take deep breaths, inhaling calm and exhaling tension.
3. Imagine yourself in labor, feeling grounded, powerful, and surrounded by love. Visualize the outcome you desire, holding your baby in your arms.
4. Repeat a mantra such as, “I manifest a safe and empowering birth.”
5. End by writing one intention for your journey ahead.
May this winter solstice be a reminder of your resilience, strength, and light.
With warmth and light,
The Carriage House Birth Team