Making a Baby: An Inclusive Guide to How Every Family Begins by Rachel Greener, Clare Owen

$24.99 AUD

Category: Sex Education

Every child deserves to see their birth or family story reflected in books about where babies come from, and this is what Making a Baby is all about. All families start in their own special way, and every family is amazing. In this honest, accessible illustrated guide to how babies are made, young read ers can find out exactly what is needed to grow a baby, from introducing the basic building blocks of life such as sperm and eggs, to explaining the different ways that these building blocks can be put together to create a family. Working closely with a leading national LGBT organisation, this inclusive guide to Making a Baby covers sex, sperm and egg donation, IUI, IVF, surrogacy and adoption, as well as explaining how a baby grows in the womb and about different kinds of births. Written in gentle and accessible language that can be shared with younger children or read alone by confident readers, we hope this book and its charming illustrations will provide the stepping stone for every parent to have an open conversation with their child about how babies are made, and their family began. ...Show more

Baby + Me: a create, read, and keep book for soon-to-be big brothers and sisters by Lauren Gardiner; et al

$25.00 AUD

Category: New Sibling

baby + me is a book for soon to be big brothers and sisters. It is designed to help big brothers and big sisters adjust to all the changes resulting from a mother's pregnancy and birth of a new sibling. The book is blank in some places so that it can be personalised with words and pictures by the child (with help from an adult if required) so that the story is the child's very own story. The book includes pages that are dedicated to helping the child understand positive and helpful behaviours that they can adopt when their new sibling arrives (eg being soft and gentle with the baby). ...Show more

I'm Ready for the New Baby by Jedda Robaard

$14.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling

This charming story explores the jittery anticipation of a new baby in the family. The I'm Ready series is a collection of fun, bright board books illustrated by the talented Jedda Robaard. These gorgeous stories are handy explainers that the whole family will love. The I'm Ready books celebrate the e xciting milestones and events in your child's life. ...Show more

Say Hello to Baby by Smriti Prasadam-Halls; Britta Teckentrup (Illustrator)

$24.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling

When a new baby sibling comes along, it can be hard adjusting to sharing your toys (and your parents!). This beautiful picture book is the perfect guide to reassure older siblings when the family has a new arrival, letting them know that they will always have a special place in their parents' hearts. Covering the first 18 months of Baby's life, this book helps readers bond with the new baby, reminding them that this special someone isn't just a little brother or sister... they're a best friend forever! With gentle and accessible text, discover some of the key developmental milestones to look out for, from smiling to crawling to talking and more. This fact-filled guide is also packed with fun and safe suggestions for how siblings can interact and play with Baby. Also available: How Big is Our Baby: A 9-Month Guide For Soon-to-Be Siblings ...Show more

King Baby (PB) by Kate Beaton

$16.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling

All hail King Baby! He greets his adoring public with giggles and wiggles and coos, posing for photos and allowing hugs and kisses. But this royal ruler also has many demands, and when his subjects can't quite keep up, King Baby takes matters into his own tiny hands. Created by Kate Beaton, author of T he Princess and the Pony and #1 New York Times bestsellers Hark! A Vagrant and Step Aside, Pops!, this modern, funny, and (let's be honest) realistic take on life with a new baby is the perfect gift for anyone with an adorable little monarch in their world. ...Show more

Changes by Anthony Browne

$16.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books

On Thursday morning at a quarter past ten, Joseph Kaye notices something odd about the kettle...Thus begins a remarkable day for Joseph, a day in which everything seems to change in the most peculiar of ways. The washbasin grows feet, the armchair becomes a gorilla, his bicycle wheel turns into an apple ...Joseph's father had said when he'd left that morning that everything was going to change. But what had he meant? The book explores the boy's state of mind as he prepares for the return of his parents with his new baby sister. ...Show more

What's Growing in Mommy's Tummy? by Rachel Qiuqi-Li

$21.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling

Is it a baby or a watermelon? A charming board book perfect for any curious toddler welcoming a new sibling What's growing in Mommy's tummy? Every month it grows bigger, from the size of a poppy seed to a peach, from avocado to mango to watermelon Watch Mommy's tummy grow in this sweet little book, perfect for mothers-to-be and soon-to-be big siblings. ...Show more

There's Going to be a Baby by John Burningham; Helen Oxenbury

$17.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling

In a first-time creative pairing, two of the world's most treasured picturebook creators offer a truly delightful book for new-siblings-to-be. (Ages 2 and up)   When is the new baby coming? What will we call it? What will he do? We don't really need a baby, do we? With sensitivity and wit, John Burnin gham follows the swirl of questions in the mind of a young child anticipating a baby sibling with excitement, curiosity, and just a bit of trepidation. In perfect tandem, Helen Oxenbury captures the child's loving interactions with his mother--along with the fanciful future scenarios he imagines for the new family member he has yet to meet. Combining a warm, timeless story with illustrations both freshly enchanting and wonderfully nostalgic, this gorgeous book has all the hallmarks of a classic. ...Show more

Hello in There!: A Big Sister's Book of Waiting by Jo Witek; Christine Roussey (Illustrator)

$21.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling | Series: Growing Hearts Ser.

From the author and illustrator of the bestselling In My Heart This oversized interactive book is a heartfelt look at the wonder and excitement of waiting . . . and waiting . . . and waiting for a new sibling to arrive. The charming protagonist is so eager to step into her role as a big sister that she 's starting early She sticks close to her mama so she can sing songs to her sibling-to-be (loudly, of course) and explain all the great things waiting in the outside world (cupcakes strawberries swimming ). Quaint line drawings and lovely patterns lend a breezy, lighthearted atmosphere to the story, and a variety of playful flaps add gentle humor, showing the new baby blissfully tucked away in its mama's belly. A joyful and celebratory ode to the growing family for any sister- or brother-to-be. The Growing Hearts series celebrates the milestones of a toddler's emotional development, from conquering fears and expressing feelings to welcoming a new sibling.Praise for Hello in There STARRED REVIEW "Roussey's whimsical, scraggly, illustrations are perfectly suited to the girl's excitement as the big day approaches." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "Thick and sturdy pages and flaps are made to withstand many eager perusals as big sisters and brothers everywhere gear up for their own big days." --Kirkus Reviews "This has charming possibilities for helping a youngster to envision (and get accustomed to) the impending sibling." --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books ...Show more

The New Baby (First Experiences) by Anne Civardi

$9.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling | Series: First Experiences

Designed to introduce young children to unfamiliar situations in an amusing and friendly way. Features Stephen Cartwright's delightful illustrations, providing lots to look at and talk about. An ideal starting point for young children and adults to discuss first experiences.

Fergal Meets Fern by Starling, Robert

$29.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling

Say Hello to Baby by Smriti Prasadam-Halls

$15.99 AUD

Category: New Sibling

When a new baby sibling comes along, it can be hard adjusting to sharing your toys (and your parents!). This beautiful picture book is the perfect guide to reassure older siblings when the family has a new arrival, letting them know that they will always have a special place in their parents' hearts. Co vering the first 18 months of Baby's life, this book helps readers bond with the new baby, reminding them that this special someone isn't just a little brother or sister... they're a best friend forever! With gentle and accessible text, discover some of the key developmental milestones to look out for, from smiling to crawling to talking and more. This fact-filled guide is also packed with fun and safe suggestions for how siblings can interact and play with Baby. Also available: How Big is Our Baby: A 9-Month Guide For Soon-to-Be Siblings ...Show more