Dear precious child,
As I reflect on our journey together, I find myself wishing I could share the wisdom I’ve gathered over the years. You were my firstborn, and honestly, I navigated the uncharted waters of motherhood with little more than instinct. You were the catalyst for my transformation into a mother, and for that, I will always be thankful.
You were so tiny, yet you imparted invaluable lessons about parenting. I regret that you often bore the brunt of my uncertainties and mistakes. I had high hopes and expectations for you, which, in hindsight, may have been too much for a baby. I spent countless sleepless nights fretting over whether you were getting enough rest or developing as you should, often forgetting to simply savor the joy of having you as my little one. You were my first, and that unique experience can never be replicated. I apologize for that.
I wish I had dedicated more time to celebrating your milestones rather than worrying about what you weren’t doing. You grew up so quickly; one moment, I was cradling you to sleep, and the next, you were off to your first day of preschool. Time has a way of slipping through our fingers, doesn’t it?
What saddens me the most is that you couldn’t grasp the whirlwind of emotions I experienced during those early years. My intentions were always pure, and my love for you has never wavered. I may have been a little overprotective, obsessing over every little scrape or bump, driven by a desire to keep you healthy and safe.
If I could turn back time, I would cherish those fleeting moments more deeply instead of stressing over the small stuff. I spent too many hours anxious about sleep schedules and future uncertainties. Looking back, I see that my worries were misplaced.
Despite my shortcomings, you have blossomed into an extraordinary child—more than I could have ever hoped for. As I hold you close, I wish to capture this moment in my heart forever. Soon, your little brother will arrive, and you’ll have to share your time with me a bit more.
Please remember that my love for you is boundless. You will always be my firstborn, my first love, and nothing can change that. I am immensely proud of the person you are becoming, and I eagerly await the man you will grow into. You will set an incredible example for your younger sibling, and I couldn’t be more proud of you.
Sweetheart, you will forever hold the title of my first child. You are the one who has taught me how to be the best mother I can be. Though the road ahead has its challenges, we still have many shared adventures waiting for us. Whenever I doubt my abilities, I look at you and realize that somehow, I must be doing something right.
As Robert Munsch said, “I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always, as long as I’m living my baby you’ll be.”
With all my love,
Mom