I'm Going to Be a Big Sibling
A story about new sibling, rewritten for your child
Every page is redrawn around the child you make it for. Keep the story’s own hero and give them your child’s name, or choose someone new — it takes a minute, and nothing is locked in.
From$34.99 USD
Free to start. No payment to see your child in the story.
- 36 pages, hardcover
- 5.9 × 5.9 in
- Ages 3-5
- Premium, thick pages
- Free standard shipping included
- Printed & delivered in 2-3 weeks (US)
Start with the story’s own hero or pick from our cast — then give them your child’s name.
A tender personalized story helping little ones embrace their exciting new role as a big sibling.
That’s the story. The rest is how it becomes your child’s.
How personalization works
Who is this story about?
Keep the story’s own hero
The hero is already written and drawn for this book. Give them your child’s name if you like — that’s the whole edit.
Or swap in one of our cast
Eight characters to start from, and you rename whoever you pick.
- Luna
- Theo
- Mateo
- Sofia
- Amara
- Layla
- Mei
- Ravi
Or make your own
Describe them in a sentence, or add a photo to guide the likeness. Either way, entirely optional.
The characters are just the start.
Every part of this book is yours to change. Not a name dropped into a template — the whole thing is redrawn around the child you’re making it for.
- Every illustrationAll 36 pages are drawn fresh, not stamped with a face.
- The rooms and placesYour child's actual bedroom, your street, the places the story visits.
- The objects that recurThe specific blanket, the toy they won’t sleep without — carried page to page.
- Everyone else in itSiblings, grandparents, the dog. Named and drawn as themselves.
- The story itselfChange what happens, and the words on the page change with it.
- Or change nothingPick a hero and read it tonight. The rest is there when you want it.
What's Inside This Book
1 of 19 spreads
Every character, scene, and object in this book can be replaced with your own — your child's name, your family photos, your home, your school.
What you get
Free to start. No payment to see your child in the story.
Start free
- Free to start — no card needed
- See your child in the story in minutes
- Rename the hero and edit the story text
- Choose a ready-made character, or add a photo later
- Export a PDF of what you make
Your perfect keepsake
Hardcover book
- Full-color hardcover, 15×15cm
- Free standard shipping included
- Printed & delivered in about 2-3 weeks (US)
- Personalize names, story text & style
- Add your own photos once you are in the editor
Quick summary of I'm Going to Be a Big Sibling
This is a tender, personalized picture book that helps preschoolers ages 3-5 embrace their exciting new role as a big sibling. Through a child-centered narrative with emotional warmth, it validates their feelings, celebrates their importance, and prepares them for welcoming a new baby into the family.
This personalized children's book follows a 3–5 year old through pregnancy news, preparations, and the first meeting with their new baby sibling. Featuring the child, Mama, Papa, Grandma, and the baby, it validates mixed emotions while building pride in the big sibling role.
Key Takeaways
- Builds big-sibling identity and pride through a starring role in every milestone moment
- Validates mixed emotions — excitement and worry — using age-appropriate, reassuring language
- Teaches children that parental love is unlimited through a direct, memorable Mama reassurance scene
- Nurtures empathy and caregiving instincts by showing real ways the child can help and teach
- Eases transition anxiety through familiar family figures including Grandma as a trusted comfort presence
Why This Book Works
Personalized narratives activate deeper emotional engagement than generic stories, making reassurance more believable to young children. A 2018 study published in the journal Mind, Brain, and Education found that children who saw themselves as story protagonists showed significantly stronger emotional recall and behavioral connection to the story's message. When a child hears their own name spoken by Mama saying "there is no one in the world like you," that affirmation lands with far greater power.
Acknowledging a child's fear about being replaced is the single most important thing parents can do before a new baby arrives. Dr. Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish, authors of Siblings Without Rivalry, emphasize that children need explicit reassurance that love is not divided but multiplied. This story's pivotal page — where Mama holds the child close and says "my love for you will never run out" — directly models the kind of emotion coaching that prevents sibling resentment.
Giving a child an active, purposeful role in welcoming a sibling dramatically reduces feelings of displacement. Child psychologist Dr. Laura Markham notes that children who participate in nesting rituals — preparing the crib, choosing the blanket, painting a picture — develop ownership and excitement rather than anxiety. This story weaves those exact rituals into the narrative, transforming a potentially threatening change into a collaborative family adventure.
Common Misconceptions
Reading one book about siblings is enough to prepare a child.
Repetition matters. Child development experts recommend reading transitional books multiple times across weeks, not just once. Each reading surfaces new questions as the pregnancy progresses and the child's understanding deepens.
If a child seems excited, they don't need emotional preparation.
Excitement and anxiety coexist in young children. Dr. Daniel Siegel's research shows that children who appear enthusiastic can still harbor deep fears of displacement — proactive reassurance prevents problems before they emerge.
Children under 5 can't understand pregnancy or sibling concepts.
Research from the University of Oregon confirms that children as young as 2.5 understand family roles and respond meaningfully to sibling-preparation stories, especially when anchored in familiar routines and trusted adults.
How to Read This Book with Your Child
Best time to read: Begin reading 6–10 weeks before the due date and re-read weekly. Re-read the night before and after the baby comes home.
Tell your child this is a story about someone just like them. Ask: "Do you know what a big sibling does?" Let them hold Mama's tummy or a baby doll during the reading to create a physical anchor. Choose a calm, unhurried moment — not right before bed when emotions run high.
Conversation Starters
- “What do you think the baby will look like when it arrives?”
- “How do you think you'll feel when the baby first holds your finger?”
- “What's the most important thing you want to teach your little sibling?”
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this book appropriate for?
I'm Going to Be a Big Sibling is designed for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old. It uses simple language and warm illustrations that resonate with young children just before or after a new sibling arrives.
When should I introduce this book to my child?
Ideally, introduce this book 2-4 weeks before the baby arrives, or shortly after birth. The personalization helps your child feel special and involved in the new family chapter, making it a perfect transition tool.
Will this book help with sibling jealousy?
Yes. By validating your child's feelings, celebrating their big kid status, and emphasizing their important role, this book helps channel jealousy into pride and anticipation. It's not a magic cure, but a supportive tool for emotional processing.
How does personalization work?
The story features your child's name and can be customized with family details, making them the hero of the narrative. This personal touch increases engagement and emotional connection to the story.
Can grandparents give this as a gift?
Absolutely! This is a thoughtful gift from grandparents, aunts, uncles, or family friends expecting a new baby. It shows the older child they're remembered and celebrates their important role in the expanding family.
What emotions does this book address?
The book gently explores excitement, curiosity, pride in being older, and the natural mix of feelings when welcoming a baby. It normalizes these emotions while emphasizing the special bond between siblings.
A story about new sibling, rewritten for your child
Free to start. No payment to see your child in the story.
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