A colouring book for the new big brother or sister
When a new baby arrives, a colouring book of their growing family gives the older child a present that is just for them.
Lots of visitors bring something for the baby. A book where the big brother or sister is the star helps them feel part of the story.
Before or after the baby arrives?
Both work: order before the birth with photos of the older child and the bump, or after, once you have the first family photos.
Before the birth, the book can tell the story of getting ready: the older child with the bump, helping set up the cot, choosing a cuddly toy for the baby, and their own baby photos. Give it at the hospital or when they first meet the baby at home.
After the birth, include the first cuddle, the first time they held the baby, and the whole family together. We aim to dispatch within 3 working days of your order, then Royal Mail Tracked 48 usually takes 2–3 working days, so it can arrive in time for the first visitors.
The book at a glance
- A personalised A4 colouring book: one page per photo, up to 20
- 150gsm paper printed on one side, ready for pencils or felt tips
- No price inside, posted flat in a sturdy envelope
- £29.97 with Royal Mail Tracked 48 included; 2 copies £40, 3 copies £45 or 4 copies £50
- Free preview of every page before you pay
Photos that put the older child first
Keep the focus on the big brother or sister: most pages should be about them.
Them as a baby
Their own first photos, so they can see they were tiny once too, alongside a photo of them now.
Being the big one
Helping with a bath or a nappy, reading to the bump, holding the baby (with a grown-up close by).
Just them
Their favourite activities with Mum or Dad, their friends, their pet. A reminder that their world still matters.
Cover title ideas: “Big Sister Isla”, “Oscar’s Growing Family”, “Our Family of Four”. You can use up to 20 photos.
A copy for the new grandparents
Order more copies of the same book at checkout (2 copies £40, 3 copies £45 or 4 copies £50), delivered in the same parcel.
A book of the new family is a lovely thing to have at Grandma and Grandad’s house for visits. And while babies are a little young for colouring, the “Draw your own family” page is waiting for when they’re older. Keep the book, and any pens, away from the baby.
Questions about new sibling gifts
Should I order a new sibling book before or after the baby arrives?
Both work: order before the birth with photos of the older child and the bump, or after, once you have the first family photos. We aim to dispatch within 3 working days of your order, then Royal Mail Tracked 48 usually takes 2–3 working days.
What photos work best in a big brother or big sister book?
Keep the focus on the older child: most pages should be about them. Mix their own baby photos, moments of them being the big one, and their favourite activities, friends and pets.
How many photos can I use?
You can use between 8 and 20 photos, and each photo becomes its own full colouring page. If you upload an odd number of photos (9, 11, 13, 15, 17 or 19), your book also gets a bonus “Our family tree” page to fill in together. With an even number of photos it isn’t included, because your pages fill the book exactly. A mix of close-ups, small groups and favourite places usually makes the most interesting book.
What age is the book suitable for?
The book suits any age that loves colouring: choose Little Hands for younger children, or Detailed for older children and adults. The book is stapled, so please supervise very young children, and keep scissors for a grown-up when cutting out the felt-tip guard.
Can I order more than one copy?
Yes, you can order up to 4 copies of the same book in one order, and each extra copy costs less: 2 copies £40, 3 copies £45 or 4 copies £50, delivery included. Choose the number at checkout. They travel together in one parcel, so they’re ideal for grandparents.
More gift ideas
- ChristmasLast order date and screen-free Christmas ideas
- From grandparentsColour together, plus copies for every grandparent
- For grandparentsFrom the grandchildren, coloured in first or together
- Mother’s DayA gift the children help to make
- Father’s DayDad’s best days, ready to colour
- BirthdaysA book starring the birthday child
Make their big brother or sister book
Upload your photos and see every page free before you pay. £29.97 with tracked UK delivery included.
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