How To Manifest A Baby Girl: 7 Simple Steps + Tips

Wanting a baby girl is a desire that many couples have. Discover how to manifest a baby girl that actually sets you up for the most success. This is the exact manifestation process my husband and I went through; with extra tips backed by research.

While there is no guarantee of conceiving a baby girl, these simple steps will certainly help conceive a healthy baby girl.

What is manifestation?

Manifestation is the practice of directing your thoughts, energy, and actions towards something.

For some people this may look like meditating on a what they desire, others may create a vision board, while some people do a full moon ceremony or pray.

While I believe you can learn how manifest anything you desire in life, it's also important to understand that desires change and it's much more layered than repeating positive affirmations like, “I am a loving mother who gave birth to a beautiful baby girl” a hundred times a day for a month.

There is no right or wrong way to manifest, and there is no guarantee; but following the steps in this post will certainly help deliver good news in your highest good.

How manifestation can help to have a baby girl

While many consider the practice of meditation a pseudoscience, the truth is, whether it's prayer or manifestation, there is an undeniable connection throughout history around bringing an abstract idea into physical form when we focus in on it.

Focusing your mind and actions around having a baby girl can help make that dream a reality.

It's important to understand how to set intentions for manifesting before you begin to set yourself up for realistic success.

Steps to manifest a baby girl

The Mind

Focus on thoughts + emotions

The power of our thoughts and feelings can really shape our lives. I'd suggest reading this post on how to get in the right mindset before you start manifesting to lay a strong foundation.

Often times people think, “If I just focus on positive thoughts during the full moon, it'll happen!” But that's not totally how it works. Our subconscious mind runs the majority of our life, so if we have fears or limiting beliefs residing in the recesses of our minds, it doesn't matter how many affirmations or positive thoughts you have, it may just not happen.

Acknowledge

First, sit quietly and see how your body feels when you have a baby girl. Notice any sensations throughout as you visualize your daughter growing up. Jot down any fears or restrictions you experienced.

The idea here isn't to ignore or deny these things. We can't plow through our very real fears and experiences. I'm speaking first hand as I had many fears about pregnancy and was scared to have kids.

It's okay to acknowledge you have a gender preference in pregnancy. It doesn't make you a bad mom or person. But it is important to understand why you have this and see if there is something that needs to be validated and reintegrated.

For instance, maybe you were terrorized by a little boy as a child and now you're afraid of having to parent one. We need to acknowledge this is a valid fear, allow our inner child to feel those feelings.

Repatterning the mind

The second step is to reintegrate negative thoughts or energy by giving it to God or a Higher Power and working with your thoughts to maintain this new belief system.

You can do this by turning it over to God in prayer, through therapy, or through brain repatterning (this is includes things like EMDR, Psych-K, or any bilateral movements where you think about the negative sensation/experience and then focus on how you want to experience it instead).

Reminders

The next step is to keep reminders around you about your new mindset to cultivate more positive energy.

This could look like a vision board, a manifestation journal, a prayer bracelet or necklace, or positive affirmations on post-its or your phone.

Other manifestation methods:

The above is simply my process, but there are a wide range of manifestation techniques. You can use any of the following in combination with the above steps.

• Law of attraction techniques: The law of attraction basically states that positive thoughts bring positive things into your life; and negative thoughts bring negative things into your life. While a positive attitude certainly brings good things, I personally don't love this approach. It tends to set people up to deny parts of ourselves and can push us further out of alignment and into guilt or shame. However if this approach resonates with you, you could repeat daily affirmations to cultivate more positive energy and snap a hair tie on your wrist for each negative thought to train them out of you. Please be very mindful of your mental health if utilizing this process.
• Spirit Baby: This is a great book or you can even speak with a Spirit baby medium if you choose. I prefer to read the book and use it to evaluate or bring awareness to any blocks or negative energy I was previously unaware of. You can also use it to come up with ideas for speaking to your future child.
• Spend time with pregnant women and young children. This can be a great way to bring awareness to any reservations you may have while building confidence in your own journey. While this is a powerful tool to seeing if you're in vibrational alignment with what you want, it can also reveal a lot of important aspects of your psyche. You may realize you are more okay with being a boy mom than you previously thought, you have some things to work through with your own mom, or see where you daily life may needs to adjust to make the transition into parenthood easier.

The body

Diet

The impact of diet on gender selection

Generally speaking, research is pretty far behind on the role of diet and gender selection. Most of the studies have been conducted on rats and very little studies look at the father.

Even so, there are some foods people think can help predict gender outcomes by creating an ideal environment for sperm.

The gender of a baby is determined by the sperm of the father. Sperm carries either an X or a Y chromosome, and the egg of the mother carries an X chromosome. If the sperm carrying an X chromosome fertilizes the egg, the baby will be a girl, while a sperm carrying a Y chromosome will result in a baby boy. Therefore, the key to gender selection lies in controlling the environment in which the sperm and egg meet.

Foods that may increase the likelihood of having a baby girl

According to registered dietitian, Brett Sorel (MS, RDN, LDN, CHt, CECP), these foods may increase the likelihood of having a daughter:

1. Dairy Products: According to research, women who consume a lot of dairy products are more likely to have a baby girl. Dairy products contain high levels of calcium and magnesium, which create an alkaline environment that is more conducive to the survival of female sperm.
2. Leafy Greens: Leafy greens such as spinach and kale are high in nutrients like calcium, magnesium, and folate, which help promote a more alkaline environment in the body.
3. Berries: Berries like strawberries and raspberries are high in antioxidants and vitamin C, which help create a more acidic environment in the body. This acidity makes it more difficult for male sperm to survive according to research.
4. Soy Products: Soy products like tofu and soy milk contain phytoestrogens, which mimic the effects of estrogen in the body. This can help promote the growth and survival of female sperm.

Additionally, drinking cranberry juice has also been suggested as a natural remedy for having a baby girl. Old wives tales suggest that cranberry juice can create an acidic environment in the reproductive tract, which can increase the chances of female sperm surviving and fertilizing the egg. However, it is important to note that the research on this topic is limited, and more studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of cranberry juice as a natural remedy for gender selection.

Foods that can decrease the likelihood of having a baby boy

Sorel also explains the following foods can create unfavorable environments for male sperm:

1. Red Meat: Consuming a lot of red meat can increase the levels of ammonia in the body, which can create an environment that is more conducive to the survival of male sperm.
2. Salty Foods: Salty foods can also increase the levels of ammonia in the body, making it more difficult for female sperm to survive.
3. Caffeine: Consuming too much caffeine can lead to dehydration, which can create an environment that is more conducive to the survival of male sperm.
4. Potatoes: Potatoes are high in potassium, which can create an environment that is more conducive to the survival of male sperm.

Alkaline Testing Kit

If you really want to kick it up a notch, you can get this alkaline testing kit to monitor your levels. This is absolutely not necessary, but for those who like to nerd out over data, it can be fun to see how your body responds to different foods.

The importance of maintaining a balanced diet during pregnancy

While diet can play a role in gender selection, it is important to maintain a balanced and healthy diet during pregnancy to ensure the health of both the mother and the baby. A balanced diet should include a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats.

It is also important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of well mineralized water throughout the day for a healthy pregnancy.

Starting a prenatal vitamin

One of the first things my OB-GYN told me when I was thinking about having my first child was to start a prenatal vitamin before I was ready to conceive.

This is by far the best prenatal vitamin I've found. It comes in powder or pill form with folate. You can read why folate over folic acid here. You can use code TCM for 20% off and read more about my favorite pregnancy supplements here.

Timing

The Shettles Method

The Shettles Method was developed in the 1960s by Dr. Landrum Shettles. This method involves timing intercourse to increase the chances of conceiving a baby of a certain gender. According to the Shettles Method, to conceive a baby girl, it is best to have intercourse two to three days before ovulation. This is because female sperm are slower swimmers than male sperm and are more likely to survive in the reproductive tract for longer periods of time. Therefore, by having intercourse before ovulation, it increases the chances of the slower-moving female sperm reaching and fertilizing the egg.

Male sperm swim faster, but die quicker. So the closer you have sex to ovulation, the more likely the baby is a boy.

When is the best time to conceive a baby girl?

Since female sperm survive for longer periods of time in the female reproductive tract, it's best to have intercourse a few days before ovulation. By having intercourse a few days before ovulation, the chances of the female sperm surviving and fertilizing the egg are increased.

Ovulation tracking methods

Knowing your ovulation cycle is pretty key when it comes to timing. Here are some of the most popular ovulation tracking methods:

1. Basal body temperature: Measuring your basal body temperature (BBT) can help you determine when ovulation is likely to occur. BBT increases slightly after ovulation, so by tracking your BBT over a period of time, you can predict when you are likely to ovulate.
2. Ovulation predictor kits: Ovulation predictor kits detect a surge in luteinizing hormone (LH), which occurs just before ovulation. By using an ovulation predictor kit, you can determine when your LH surge occurs and time intercourse accordingly.
3. Cervical mucus: Changes in cervical mucus can also indicate when ovulation is likely to occur. Cervical mucus becomes more thin, stretchy, and clear around ovulation, making it easier for sperm to reach the egg.

The importance of consulting with a healthcare professional

It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before attempting to conceive a baby girl or using any gender selection method. A healthcare professional can provide you with guidance and advice on how to increase your chances of conceiving a baby girl safely and effectively.

They can also help you determine which ovulation tracking method is best for you and provide you with any necessary medical tests or treatments.

Lastly if you're struggling to conceive they can screen for medical conditions that require medical interventions.

Personal Experience

As someone who had a lot of fears about having a daughter, I can say, God always gives you exactly what you need when you need it. My daughter is one of the greatest blessings of my life. She made the transition into motherhood so magical in many ways.

When I found out I was pregnant with a baby boy, I actually was a little freaked out because I ended up loving being a girl mom so much! Both of my kids are pure magic that bring up unique challenges and joys for me as a mother.

Whoever you end up with, just remain open because nothing goes how we think and there's always so much beauty in the unexpected.

You can read about my journeys here:

• We're pregnant with our first child!
• 023: Our Pregnancy Journey!
• The Confused Baby’s Gender REVEALED + How I Actually Feel About It
• 031: Baby Q&A: Gender Reveal, Boundaries With Family, & More
• Surprise! Pregnancy Announcement To My Husband
• Winter Pregnancy Announcement Photos: Baby Number 2
• Home Birth Labor and Delivery Story + Vlog | Positive no epidural experience with baby #2!
• A Letter To My Daughter On Her First Birthday
• A Letter To My 2 Year Old Daughter On Her 2nd Birthday

Final thoughts

At the end of the day the most important thing is a healthy and happy baby. Though there is no shame in wanting a baby girl. Be sure to sit with how it feels in your mind and body when you think about giving birth to a daughter and raising her. See what fears or reservations you hold.

Then turn those over to God or the Universe, and work to repattern your mind to deepen your faith and support your new beliefs.

Manifesting is not a passive exercise. Physical preparation is also key. Be sure to check your diet and practice the Shettles Method for better success! And don't forget to seek professional help if you're struggling to conceive.

Lastly know, that whatever happens, there's always a hidden blessing. So take a deep breath, and enjoy the ride!

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