Letters to My Unborn Baby: The Power of Writing During Pregnancy | Pregnancy Counselling Vancouver
- Claire Zhang
- Jun 29
- 2 min read
Pregnancy is a time of transformation, hope, and unknowns. Writing letters to your unborn child is a beautiful and therapeutic way to process your emotions, bond with your baby, and preserve memories for the future.
As someone offering support in pregnancy counselling in Vancouver, I’ve found that writing can be a grounding ritual—especially for women going through IVF, solo motherhood, or dealing with pregnancy-related anxiety. Here's why this practice matters and how you can start.
🌟 Why Write Letters?
Emotional Connection: It strengthens your bond with your baby.
Emotional Processing: You can express love, fear, excitement, and even grief.
Legacy: These letters can be a powerful keepsake for your child one day.
✍️ What to Write About
How you found out about the pregnancy
Your hopes and dreams for your child
What you’re learning about yourself during this time
The songs, books, or foods you're enjoying together
How much they are already loved
You don’t have to write perfectly.
🤍 When to Write
At milestones (first kick, ultrasound, etc.)
When you feel overwhelmed and need to reconnect
Before sleep as a calming ritual
Even short entries are meaningful.
🍀 Keep It Sacred
Use a journal, a special notebook, or even a voice recording
You can keep them private or share them in the future
✨ Final Reflection
In a world that rushes us forward, letter writing invites you to slow down and truly be with your pregnancy. Your words are a gift—to your baby, and to yourself.
And if you’d like guided journaling prompts or emotional support during this journey, I offer resources and pregnancy counselling in Vancouver to support you along the way.
You are already connected. Let your heart speak.
📺 And if you’d like to practice these affirmations with me, check out my YouTube meditations and gentle Yin yoga sessions.
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