What—or rather, who—came to mind when you imagined what your child would be like? What did you imagine he or she would look like? What influences contributed to your image of the child you would one day parent? What did you think his or her personality would reflect? What attributes, strengths, and proclivities did you envision your child would have? How did you imagine your child would be similar or different from you? From your spouse or partner? How did you assume you would feel toward your ideal child? What feelings would he or she bring out in you?
