Simple and soothing
Short sentences with a gentle rhythm, written to be read aloud to the very young.
A personalized book for a new baby
The baby, the parents and maybe a big sibling, drawn as characters in a gentle story to read aloud from the very start. A keepsake for later, too.
4.960 reviews
Money back until you approve the print One payment, no subscription
At a glance
- Price
- PDF $9.99, softcover $32.99, hardcover $37.99. One payment per book, no subscription.
- Delivery
- PDF as soon as the book is finished. A printed copy to the US takes an estimated 5 to 9 days after you approve the print.
- Length
- 32 pages with 15 illustrated spreads per book.
- Personalization
- Name, looks, personality, up to 5 characters, theme, tone and dedication.
- Illustrations
- 13 illustration styles to choose from, from watercolor to anime.
- Who we are
- A small team based in Hamburg, Germany. We ship to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the UK, and the US.
The whole new family
Add parents, siblings, grandparents and pets, up to five characters in all.
A note for later
Write the birth date and a few words in the dedication, printed exactly as you wrote them.
A gift that is not a onesie
Friends and relatives can give something the family keeps after the clothes no longer fit.
How it works
From first detail to finished book
The new baby theme and age are already set when you start. You can describe the baby in a few words or upload a photo.
- 1Add the baby, then parents, siblings or pets.
- 2Mention anything personal, such as the nursery theme or how you chose the name.
- 3See your characters in a free preview image, with no payment details.
- 4Order, read through the book and approve the print.
Is a newborn too young for a book?
A newborn will not follow the story, and they do not need to. What they get is your voice and being held close while you read. Looking at pictures together tends to come a little later, and a book with faces they know gives you plenty to point at when it does.
For the parents, a personalized book is a record of this exact moment: who was there, what the family looked like, what you wanted to say.
Ideas for what the story can be
One option is a soft bedtime-style story, such as the baby drifting through a night sky and being welcomed home. Another is how the family waited, or how the name was chosen. You can use your own words or start from a suggestion.
Is a big brother or sister at home? They can have a big part in the story too. The sibling book focuses on them, for families where that is the main concern.
Before the birth or after
You can create the book before the baby arrives by describing them in general terms and adding the name later, because you can edit the text until you approve the print. Pictures are a little different: keep the description simple, since details such as hair color may turn out otherwise.
Giving it as a gift? A short description and the name are enough to start, and the printed copy can be sent to the address you choose.
What parents say
What parents say about their book
4,9 out of 5 stars from 60 reviews
The book turned out so beautifully! The story is simple and really lovely, just right for a two-year-old. Thank you so much for the help. Such friendly contact! I'm sure our granddaughter will be delighted! Thank you!
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I love everything about this book. The animation and the beautiful colors are just perfect. The story is absolutely delightful and we are going to have so much fun reading it aloud.
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The book is written just right for children. I like it very much. The drawings are gorgeous! It's also great that you can still change the text yourself (e.g. add names).
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Formats and prices
Choose your format
You see your preview image for free before you decide.
Digital PDF
$9.99per book
The complete story as a PDF, for reading on a screen or printing at home.
- Ready as soon as the book is finished
- Credited in full if you print later
- 14-day money-back guarantee
Softcover
$32.99per book
plus $4.99 shipping
A flexible matte softcover for everyday reading.
- Thick 170 gsm satin paper
- PDF download included
- Money back until you approve the print
Premium Hardcover
$37.99per book
plus $4.99 shipping
A rigid hardcover made to keep, and the usual choice for a gift.
- Thick 170 gsm satin paper
- PDF download included
- Money back until you approve the print
Frequently asked questions
Does the book work for a baby without a photo?
Yes. Describe the baby in a few words, or upload a photo if you have one.
Is the book durable enough for a baby?
The pages are thick 170 gsm paper, not board-book card. It holds up well for reading aloud, though it is not meant to be chewed on. For a keepsake, the hardcover is the sturdier choice.
What does the free preview image include?
You describe your characters or upload a photo, and we draw them in the illustration style you chose. It costs nothing and needs no payment details, and you only pay if you decide to order the book.
Can I change the book after ordering?
Yes. You read the finished book page by page before anything is printed. Text changes are unlimited, and you can regenerate up to 30 illustrations per book, the cover included. If you get stuck, email us and we will take a look together.
What if I do not like the finished book?
Printed books come with a money-back guarantee until you approve the print: tell us before then and we refund the full price. A digital PDF has a 14-day money-back guarantee.
Welcome them with a story of their own
Add the family and see your free preview image. You decide about the book afterwards.
Create a new baby book