Due date

Your very first bedroom at Flinders Street

Your dad and I spend these final days imagining our lives once you arrive. He speaks to you in the womb and encourages me through to the other side of each contraction - they’ve been going on for 2 days now. He holds me gently as we pass each other in the house, pours me lavender baths and makes delicious meals for us to share. These days are soft, quiet, free-flowing, and raw. I look forward to more of the same as we settle into our new life once you are here with us.

Pictured are some bits and pieces that we have collected for your space over the years including maracas from Sapa (Vietnam), a blue glass hanging moon (an heirloom from your great grandparent’s home - The Blue Bathroom), a music box that plays somewhere over the rainbow in memory of your beloved nan, and a little set of drawers in which I hope we store tiny treasures that we find on our adventures together. Each trinket has been thoughtfully selected and has a story.

See you soon little man.

Mum. x

P.S. Can you spot:

• a yellow flower

• an orange elephant

• a fairy door

• yourself (hint: you are in here twice)

• a camera