About Our Lady of La Leche
Our Lady of La Leche is one of the oldest Marian devotions in the Americas and depicts the Blessed Virgin Mary nursing the Infant Jesus. This tender image reminds us of Mary’s loving care for Christ and her motherly concern for all God’s children.
Countless families have sought her intercession throughout the centuries, asking for fertility, healthy pregnancies, safe childbirth, and the protection of mothers and infants. She continues to be a source of hope and comfort for those longing for the blessing of children.
What is the Our Lady of La Leche Novena?
The Our Lady of La Leche Novena is a traditional nine-day Catholic prayer asking the Blessed Virgin Mary to intercede for fertility, pregnancy, safe childbirth, healthy babies, and the protection of families.
What is Our Lady of La Leche the patron of?
Our Lady of La Leche is especially honored by those praying for fertility, conception, expectant mothers, breastfeeding mothers, unborn children, and safe childbirth.
Can I pray the Our Lady of La Leche Novena while trying to conceive?
Yes. Many couples pray this novena while asking God for the gift of a child through the loving intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Can expectant mothers pray this novena?
Absolutely. Expectant mothers often pray this novena throughout pregnancy, asking Mary to protect both mother and baby and to grant a safe and healthy delivery.
How do I pray the Our Lady of La Leche Novena?
Traditionally, the novena is prayed for nine consecutive days. Each day, pray the novena prayer, present your personal intention, and conclude with one Our Father, one Hail Mary, and one Glory Be.
Is the Our Lady of La Leche Novena only for mothers?
No. Fathers, grandparents, family members, and anyone praying for a couple hoping to conceive or for the health of an unborn child may also pray this novena.
Does praying this novena guarantee pregnancy?
The Church teaches that God lovingly hears every prayer. While this novena is a beautiful way to ask for the gift of children, Catholics trust that God answers according to His perfect wisdom and holy will.
Novena Begins: October 2
Feast Day: October 11
Day 1 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 2 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 3 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 4 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 5 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 6 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 7 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 8 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 9 – Our Lady of La Leche Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O loving Our Lady of La Leche, most tender Mother of Jesus and our loving Mother, I come before you with confidence, trusting in your powerful intercession. You know the desires of my heart, my hopes, my fears, and every need I carry before your Son.
You were chosen by God to bear and nourish the Savior of the world, and through your loving care, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. As a devoted Mother, you understand the joys and sacrifices of motherhood, and you lovingly watch over all who turn to you in faith.
With humble confidence, I ask you to present my prayers to your Divine Son, Jesus Christ. If it be His holy will, obtain for me the grace that I now seek.
(Mention your request here…)
Our Lady of La Leche, pray especially for all couples longing for the gift of a child, for expectant mothers, for the protection of unborn children, and for safe pregnancies and healthy deliveries. Help all families to grow in faith, hope, and love, always trusting in God’s providence.
Loving Mother, never cease to intercede for me until my prayer is answered according to the holy will of God. Above all, obtain for me the grace to love your Son more faithfully each day and to follow Him all the days of my life.
Amen.
V. O Mary, conceived without sin.
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.
Our Lady of La Leche, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…