A Labor of Grace: Saying Yes to God's Design for Pregnancy, Birth, and Motherhood

by Madeline Marlatt

A Labor of Grace is an invitation for expecting Christian mothers to walk through pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood with Jesus at the center.

In a world that glorifies control, fear, and self-reliance in pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood, this book invites you to surrender and trust in the One who designed it all.

Through biblical truth, prayer, and reflection, you will learn how to tap into God’s design and embrace His refining work in this sacred season of becoming a mother.

This book is a call to tear down modern idols, renew your mind with Truth, and step into motherhood knowing your purpose and mission as you enter the ministry of motherhood.

By the end, you will see pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood not as a burden to bear, but as a blessing and a holy invitation from God to partner with Him in a labor of grace.

144 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 26, 2026

Reviews

[Alexandra S · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is so beautiful. If you are looking for a heartfelt call to surrender your pregnancy, childbirth and walk as a mother fully to God, then this book right here is that. The message of the Gospel is clearly woven throughout the chapters, and is smoothly written by a Sister-in-Christ encouraging another to step further into the authority of Christ, to have bold faith, and to critically war against the devil throughout every season, but especially in motherhood. As a third time mama (due in only a few short weeks), I encourage you that this book, the prayers and convictions within, will help point you to the Lord, remind you that God is ever present, and you need only to trust in Him and be still. To God be the glory.

Madeline- your heart for the Lord is so beautiful and I pray that he continues to bless your ministry and family. Thank you for being obedient to His calling in writing this book. It has been such a blessing to me, and I have already recommended it to so many others.

[Silvana Higuera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cannot recommend this book enough. Pregnant with my second and wish I had this book with my first. Helps so much with overcoming fear in pregnancy, trusting God to be your source during postpartum and motherhood. Beautiful book that will encourage and challenge you in the best way.