— from Nalina, co-founder of Bop Canvases
I started writing letters to my baby when I was just a few months pregnant. At first, it felt a little silly — like, who am I writing this to?
But once I started, it became one of the most comforting, honest, and unexpected parts of my pregnancy.
It Wasn’t About Getting the Words Right
Some days, I’d just write:
“I’m so tired today. I cried watching a cooking show.”
Other days, I poured out everything:
“I don’t know how to be a mom yet. But I promise I’ll try every single day to be the kind you deserve.”
There was no structure. No right way. Just heart.
And strangely — it helped me just as much as it helped me feel connected to the baby.
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I didn’t write about picture-perfect baby showers or nursery decor.
I wrote about fear. About wonder. About tiny kicks at midnight.
I wrote to say, “I don’t know who you are yet… but I already love you more than I’ve ever loved anyone.”
Some letters were three pages long. Some were just one line.
They were raw. And private. And maybe one day, when they’re old enough, I’ll let my child read them.
One Day, This Might Be Their Most Precious Gift
I didn’t realize it when I was writing — but those letters… they’ve become something I treasure deeply. And I think they will too.
They’ll get to see who I was before I even held them in my arms. My thoughts. My hopes. The little love notes I wrote before I even knew the sound of their voice.
If You’re Pregnant Right Now, Maybe Just Try This:
Write your baby a letter.
One page. One paragraph. Just tell them something you want them to know.
You don’t need a perfect journal or fancy pen. Just your thoughts, exactly as they are.
That’s how I started too.
Later, I found a journal that helped me stay consistent — with space for these letters, little prompts, and even my name on the cover. But honestly, any beginning is a good one.
What I Learned from Writing to My Baby
You don’t need to know what kind of parent you’ll be.
You just need to show up — even on paper.
Write the fears.
Write the dreams.
Write the things you might share one day.
Because what you’re carrying is more than a baby.
It’s a story. And it’s already beautiful.
P.S. If you’re looking for a journal with space to write letters (like the one I used), I can share the link here. Just something that helped me hold onto moments I never want to forget.
Love,
Nalina
Co-founder, Bop Canvases