Linh sat on the couch, gently rubbing her growing belly, feeling the tiny kicks inside her. She was eight months pregnant and could feel the exhaustion in every part of her body. Despite her tiredness, her heart was fullâshe couldnât wait to meet her baby girl.
Her six-year-old daughter, Yen Nhi, had been extra caring, always talking to the baby and asking if Mommy needed help. Linh cherished these little moments, though she didnât expect anything special for her birthday this year. After all, with the baby coming soon, she figured it would just be a quiet day.
But Yen Nhi had different plans.




A Secret Mission Begins
Yen Nhi had noticed how tired Mommy looked lately. She knew birthdays were supposed to be happy, and this year, she wanted to make Mommyâs birthday the best ever. She had a big ideaâbut she couldnât do it alone.
Thatâs when she turned to CUTIS.
CUTIS was her favorite cafĂ©, a cozy little place just down the street. It wasnât just a cafĂ©âit was where Mommy and Yen Nhi spent their sweetest moments together. From enjoying warm honey milk to laughing over strawberry cakes, CUTIS was their happy place.
One evening, Yen Nhi walked into CUTIS with a determined look on her face. She tugged at the apron of her favorite barista, Chi Mai.




âChi Mai, I need your help,â Yen Nhi whispered, her big brown eyes sparkling with excitement.
Chi Mai knelt down, smiling. âOf course, sweetie. Whatâs your secret mission?â
âI want to make a Happy Birthday surprise for Mommy,â Yen Nhi said proudly. âBut I donât know how.â
Chi Mai chuckled. âThatâs such a sweet idea! Letâs plan something special.â
And just like that, a secret birthday plan was born.




The Perfect Plan
The next few days were full of whispers and giggles. Chi Mai and the CUTIS team brainstormed ideas while Yen Nhi helped pick decorations. They decided on a soft pink and white themeâMommyâs favorite colors. Yen Nhi also insisted on having a cake with extra strawberries, because âMommy always says strawberries taste like happiness.â
But the biggest surprise? Yen Nhi wanted to sing a birthday song for Mommyâall by herself!
âSheâll be so happy, right?â Yen Nhi asked Chi Mai, eyes wide with anticipation.
Chi Mai smiled. âSheâll be the happiest Mommy in the world.â




The Big Day
The morning of Mommyâs birthday started like any other day. Linh stretched and yawned, feeling the soft kicks of her baby inside her belly. Yen Nhi, who usually cuddled up next to her in the mornings, was nowhere to be seen.
âWhereâs my little sunshine?â Linh called out.
âIâm coming, Mommy!â Yen Nhiâs voice echoed from the hallway. She appeared in her favorite pink dress, grinning ear to ear. âWeâre going on a walk!â
Linh blinked, surprised. Yen Nhi never suggested morning walks.




âA walk? Where?â
âSecret!â Yen Nhi giggled, grabbing her hand. âYouâll see!â
Linh laughed, letting her daughter lead her. She was too amused to ask questions. Yen Nhi held her hand tightly as they walked toward CUTIS.
As they reached the café, Linh stopped in surprise.
The entrance was decorated with pink and white balloons, and a beautiful âHappy Birthday, Mommy!â banner hung over the doorway. The sweet smell of fresh cake filled the air, and the CUTIS team stood inside, smiling.




Linhâs hands flew to her mouth. âOh my goodnessâŠâ
Just then, the soft strum of a ukulele began. Yen Nhi stood in the center of the café, holding a tiny microphone. Her voice, soft and full of love, filled the room.
đ¶ Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you⊠đ¶
Tears welled up in Linhâs eyes. Her little girlâher sweet, thoughtful little girlâhad planned all of this?
As the song ended, Yen Nhi ran to her and wrapped her arms around her belly. âDid you like it, Mommy?â
Linh knelt down, hugging her daughter tightly. âI love it. I love you.â




A Motherâs Joy
The CUTIS team cheered as Linh wiped away her happy tears. Chi Mai brought out the strawberry cake, and Linh blew out the candles, making a silent wish for her familyâs happiness.
âYou made me the happiest Mommy today, my love,â Linh whispered to Yen Nhi as they shared a slice of cake.
Yen Nhi grinned. âAnd the baby, too! She heard everything!â
Linh placed a hand on her belly, feeling a little kick. âYes, I think she did.â
As laughter filled the cafĂ©, Linh realized this was more than just a birthday surprise. It was a reminder of loveâthe kind that made even the smallest moments feel like magic.
And in that moment, surrounded by the people she loved, she felt truly blessed. đ




This story captures the warmth, love, and joy of a little girlâs special surprise for her pregnant mother. Let me know if you’d like any edits or additions! đ
