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A personalised big sister book for a new baby

A new baby brings plenty to talk about, from the wait before they arrive to the first cuddle and the small ways your child may join in at home. A personalised big sister book puts your child at the centre of a story about becoming an older sibling, whether they are welcoming a baby brother or sister. Picture to Story creates a 32-page picture book with 15 illustrated story spreads, drawing your child from one photo. You can choose storybook watercolour, animated film 3D, bold cartoon or coloured pencil, then share a few details about your child and the adventure. The words on each page are tailored to their age, for babies through to age 10. You can see the cover before paying, giving you a chance to make sure it feels right for your family.

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Cover of “Noah and the Sleepy Moon”, a personalised picture book starring Noah

New baby brother or sister book ideas

Pick one to see the story, how the first page could read and who it suits. Each one starts with your child’s photo.

Ages 3-6Your child's Special Big Brother JobsWhen a new baby needs gentle care at home, your child discovers a list of small, useful jobs made especially for a big brother. From choosing a soft muslin to singing a quiet song nearby, your child helps in ways that matter while hearing that there is always room for them in the family.Their own home town · Coloured pencilAges 3-6Your child's First Hospital VisitYour child visits the hospital with familiar grown-ups to meet their new baby brother or sister for the first time. Along the way, the lift, signs and quiet corridors feel less puzzling, and your child finds a gentle place beside the baby in their growing family.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 2-4Your child Waits for BabyYour child notices small changes around home as the family waits for a new baby brother or sister. Through familiar days, your child helps prepare a little corner and is reminded that there is plenty of love and room for them too.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-6Your child's Big Sister Blanket FortWhile the new baby is being cared for, your child wishes there were a quiet corner just for her. With cushions, blankets and a small sign, she builds a fort where a grown-up can sit close, listen and remind her that she is loved just as much.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-7Your child Shares the MorningYour child wakes to a morning that looks familiar but runs at a new pace now the baby is part of the family. Between getting dressed, sharing breakfast and finding their shoes, your child discovers there is still a loving place for their own routines too.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 2-5Your child Brings a Welcome HomeOn the morning the baby is due home, your child prepares a hand-drawn welcome and finds just the right spot for it in the hallway. As bags arrive and the house becomes busier, your child sees that there is still room for familiar cuddles, routines and being close to the grown-ups.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 4-7Your child's Baby Name SearchYour child joins the family’s cheerful search for a name for the new baby, collecting ideas from familiar places around town. Along the way, your child learns that their thoughts matter, even though Mum and Dad will make the final choice together.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-6Your child Has Two FeelingsWhen the new baby needs attention just as your child wants to share something important, your child notices two very different feelings at once. Through an ordinary family day, your child learns there is room for being pleased about the baby and cross about the changes.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 2-4Your child and the Busy Baby DayYour child wakes to a day of bottle feeds, naps and callers, when every plan seems to pause halfway through. By finding little moments to help, play and sit close, your child sees that a busy house still has time and love for them.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 2-5Your child Saves a SeatYour child spots empty spaces on everyday family outings and decides each one will be just right for the new baby. From a park bench to the back seat of the car, your child practises making room while knowing there will always be a place beside Mum and Dad too.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 2-4Your child and the Tiny VisitorWhen a very small new baby arrives, your child expects a playmate but meets a sleepy little visitor who mostly yawns, drinks milk and rests. As your child notices the baby’s tiny ways, they learn that being together can begin quietly, with cuddles, waiting and room for everyone to be loved.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-7Your child's First Story for BabyWhile waiting for the new baby, your child practises telling a favourite made-up story with funny voices and a very important ending. When the baby is home, your child shares the tale from a cosy corner and discovers that listening can look like tiny stretches, wide eyes and sleepy yawns.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 5-8Your child Looks After Their DayWhile the new baby needs plenty of grown-up attention, your child moves through a familiar school day filled with their own plans, friends and small moments. By bedtime, your child sees that there is room in the family day for the baby’s needs and for theirs too.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-6Your child's New Sibling SleepoverWhen Baby’s first cries wake the house, your child worries that bedtime will not feel the same again. With a familiar story, a cosy cuddle and a quiet look at Baby, your child learns there is still room for their own goodnight ritual.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 2-5Your child Meets Baby at Granny'sYour child spends the afternoon at Granny’s house, noticing the small preparations while Mum and Dad return from hospital with the new baby. When the family arrives, your child gets a quiet first hello, a helpful job and time close beside the people who love them.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-6Your child and the Baby's First SmileYour child wants to know whether the new baby recognises them, so they try quiet songs, funny faces and a gentle hello. When the baby responds with a small smile, your child sees that there is room for their voice, their play and their place in the family.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 2-5Your child and the Pram ParadeWhen the new baby is ready for a neighbourhood walk, your child helps turn the outing into a pram parade. Along the way, your child discovers that there is plenty of room beside the pram for their own ideas, games and place in the family.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-7Your child Makes Room in the FamilyAs a new baby joins the family, your child notices changes in the home, from an extra chair at the table to a space on the picture wall. With each change, your child sees that their own place in the family is still there, full of familiar love and belonging.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 5-10Your child's Big Sibling School DayYour child takes a drawing of the new baby to school and finds the right moment to share their family news with the class. Between lessons, playtime and a thoughtful chat with their teacher, your child learns that home can change while they still have their own important place in it.Their own home town · Storybook watercolourAges 3-7Your child's Day with DadWhile another grown-up cares for the baby at home, your child and Dad set out for a day of small choices in their hometown. From picking the route to making a simple keepsake, your child sees that Dad still has time set aside just for them.Their own home town · Storybook watercolour

Choose a story that feels close to home

Start with the parts of becoming an older sibling that your child is already noticing. For some children, that may be the waiting: a growing bump, a cot in the room or conversations about the baby. For others, it may be what happens once the baby is home, such as saying hello, looking at tiny hands or helping with a simple task. Choose details your child will recognise, without making every moment exactly like your own plans. A story can also make room for ordinary family life, including time together with a parent. When you create the book, use the little details you share to make the main character feel familiar to your child.

Read it before and after the baby arrives

Read the book at an unhurried time, such as bedtime, a quiet afternoon or while you are waiting somewhere together. Before the baby arrives, pause over the pictures and ask what your child thinks the older sibling might do next. Keep the conversation simple and let them move on if they prefer. Once the baby is home, return to the same story when routines feel different or when your child wants a bit of one-to-one time. You do not need to read it from cover to cover every time. Looking at a favourite spread, naming what is happening or retelling one scene can be enough. Repetition helps make the book a familiar part of the change.

Use the story to make room for their questions

A personalised story gives you a shared starting point for talking about the new baby without putting your child on the spot. While reading, you might notice the older sibling waiting, meeting the baby, helping with a small job or spending time with a parent. Ask open, everyday questions such as what they would like to show the baby or which page they want to read again. If your child says they do not want to help, or changes the subject, simply accept that response. The aim is not to make them feel responsible for the baby. It is to show that there is space in family life for their interests, routines and place alongside the newest member of the household.

Questions

Can a personalised big sister book work for a big brother too?

Yes. The story can be made for your child as they become an older sibling, whether the new baby is a brother or sister.

What do I need to create the book?

You will need one photo of your child, then answer a few questions about their name, age, chosen art style, adventure and little details.

Can I check the book before I pay?

You can see the cover free before paying. After ordering, the digital book is ready in about 10 minutes, and paperback or hardcover copies are posted with shipping included.