Place in the Family
A personalized new-baby book that helps a child feel secure in their place in the family.
Made for family change
A big-sibling story about love expanding, not disappearing, when a new baby arrives.
Your Child
The big sibling finding their place in the family.
Parent
The caring parent who helps the child make room for the new baby.
For a new big sibling
A personalized big-sibling book that helps your child feel loved before and after the baby arrives.
Choose this story for the child becoming a big sibling. The new baby is part of the change, but the emotional center is the child who needs to know their place is still secure.
- Helps the child feel seen during a new-baby transition
- Frames family change as love making more room
- Works before the baby arrives or while the child is adjusting
What you can personalize
The template gives the story shape. The child makes it theirs.
- Personalize the child becoming a big sibling
- Add the parent role who helps the child feel secure
- Preview the family story before ordering
Story preview
Sample pages
These pages show the current family story artwork before personalization.
Best for
- A child becoming a big sibling
- Families preparing for a new baby or recent arrival
- A reassuring keepsake for ages 3 to 7
Story themes
- New Baby
- Big Sibling
- Family
- Belonging
What it reinforces
- Love
- Belonging
- Care
- Confidence
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How it works
From template to one-of-one book.
Choose the big-sibling story
Start here when the child needs reassurance around a new baby or family change.
Add the child and parent
Personalize the child and the caring adult role that guides the story.
Preview the reassurance
Review the pages before ordering the book for the child.
Or start with your own idea
Prefer a story made from scratch?
Place in the Family is a polished starting point. You can also use Tippytale's story-building flow to create a custom children's book around your own adventure, family, values, and style.
FAQ
Questions before you personalize.
Is this book for before or after the baby arrives?+
Both. It can help before the baby arrives, and it can also support a child who is already adjusting to a new sibling.
Does the story make the child feel replaced?+
No. The emotional point of the book is that love can make room for everyone while the child keeps a secure place in the family.
Can a parent appear in the book?+
Yes. The template includes a parent role so the story can show a caring adult helping the child through the change.
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Ready to make it personal?