About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is asking questions about their own birth or what life was like before they arrived. It's also a wonderfully gentle way to introduce the concept of pregnancy to a child who is about to become an older sibling. The story is a simple, retrospective account from a mother to her daughter, Hannah, describing the summer she spent waiting for Hannah to be born. She talks about painting the nursery, feeling the first kicks, and imagining what her baby would be like. Its themes are pure, unconditional love and joyful anticipation. The book is perfect for affirming a child’s place in the family, showing them they were wanted and loved even before they were seen.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This book contains no sensitive topics. The approach is secular and focuses entirely on the positive, loving experience of a planned pregnancy within a stable, two-parent household. The resolution is simply the joyful arrival of the baby.
Ideal Reader
The ideal reader is a 4 to 7 year old child who is curious about their own origin story ("What was it like before I was born?"). It is also perfectly suited for a child expecting a new sibling, as it frames the pregnancy and waiting period as an act of love and preparation for them.
Parent Prep
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