I had a messy draft of this for when my daughter was born, and then actually solidified it when another friend had a baby.  It’s been nice to have handy, because the birth of a child is an important and often scary event, where prayer proves comfort and support from the spirits.

I call out to gentle Eileithyia!

Make your way swiftly to this mother and child

That labor may be eased and pains dampened.

Sweet Opener of Ways:

As new life springs forth hold your torch high

That the path may be illuminated

so this shining child may join us here

In full health and full joy,

Bright-eyed as he shouts his arrival to the world!

Eileithyia, for your gentle and practiced protection and delivery,

I make this offering to you!