The Ultimate Gift of Love

By: Sandy Jamieson, 'BA (Hons)', member of APPPAH, author of  "Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake" www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Self-confidence, trust, and security. What do these 3 words mean to you? They're 'feel good' words, right? You read them and can breathe out confidently. They are empowering words that evoke feelings of love. When you feel this sense of calm about you, you bring about a calm persona. And like a spiral, people that come into your life will benefit from knowing you and your tranquil state.

Speaking of people coming into your life...for an expecting mother, this is a very strong message. Baby inside the belly will benefit immensely by having a calm mommy. How you spend your day is important to your baby. A calm, peaceful environment is optimal for healthy development.

Reading something inspirational out loud is the most effective way that parents can communicate their love. Your voice is the most important sound for your listening baby to hear. And when you read them an inspiring message, the positive words create this calm and peaceful environment where your baby is flourishing! Much more than reading, you are helping to create a healthy baby. Knowing that you can send this message and give this kind of love is an invaluable gift.

Remember learning about Maslow's hierarchy of needs? He created a list of five basic needs, each need having to be met or satisfied before moving to the next need/level. He discussed biological needs and the need to feel safe...the need for love, affection and belongingness...and the need for esteem. When these levels are met and the needs are satisfied, the result is a self-confident and valuable person. The final level then, what Maslow calls the 'self-actualizing person', is the highest level a person can achieve. This healthy personality is where a person reaches their full potential.

So why wait until your baby is born before taking Maslow's hierarchy of needs into consideration? Translate the message now. It's the ultimate gift of love.

About the Author: Sandy Jamieson has a degree in Honours Sociology and a diploma in Early Childhood Education. She is also a member of the Association for pre - & perinatal psychology and health, and has taken a platform in the community to bring awareness to the public on the importance of prenatal bonding. Understanding the importance of developing a prenatal bond became a passion after publishing "Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake", a keepsake baby book that focuses on positive pregnancy. Written in three parts, it has traditional baby book features with baby's first year, but also includes a pregnancy journal and unlike any other baby book it begins with an inspirational love letter. And it's wrapped in a black linen hardcover exterior with silver foil stamping...to represent mom's stylish side! "Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake" is getting recognized as a unique keepsake that can make a difference. Zaida Baby, meaning fortunate baby, is the name of a company that is working towards creating a future of happier, healthier and more emotionally secure children. Give your gift of love today! Visit www.zaidababy.com for more information.