dear expectant mother

It’s hard to know where to begin when writing a letter as important as this. I could try to cram my life story into this little spot. I could tell you how I would approach parenting with love and dedication, setting age-appropriate goals and expectations, and avoiding yelling and unhelpful approaches. There are so many things I could say, and I ask myself what I’d want to know if I were in your shoes. But I’m not in your shoes. I can offer a listening ear, my genuine support, and endless gratitude for this decision that you’ve made.

If you choose me, I can assure you that your child will be the focus of my life. They will be listened to, supported, cheered on, and loved as I help them build their confidence and develop the skills they’ll need to be successful in life.

I can’t wait to make them delicious meals, to show them how to cook, to help them with their homework, and to read to them before bed. Whatever their interests are, I’ll support them, whether that means taking them to drum lessons or helping them put together a costume for Comic-Con.

It may sound corny, but I think people come into our lives at the right time for the right reasons, and I pray that I’ve come into yours for this most very important reason of adopting your child—the most incredible blessing I could ever hope to receive. There aren’t words to express my gratitude.