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THE SWEETEST WELCOME FOR A NEW BABY

The sun, the sea and the stars all heard the news: someone new is here.

The Day You Arrived · A welcome-to-the-world keepsake for a new baby

The sun, the sea, the woods and the night sky all hear the news: a new little one has arrived. One by one they bring a gentle wish for your baby’s life ahead. It is a soft, rhythmic read-aloud and a keepsake to treasure from the very first night home.

  • Perfect for ages 0–3
  • Preview all 24 pages before you buy
  • Your message printed on the first page, free

From $34.99 USD · digital edition included with every printed book

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How is the book personalized?

Baby’s first name. Their illustrated look. A welcome message on the first page. You choose their look from our illustrated options; no photo is needed.

What’s the story?

News of the new baby travels across the land: from the morning sun to the deep blue sea, the tall woods, the quiet snow and the starry night. Each place sends a wish (for courage, curiosity, kindness, rest and love) until everyone gathers to say: welcome home.

Size & quality

24 full-color pages, 8.5 × 8.5 inches. Hardcover ($54.99): A premium hardcover with a quality matte finish, made to be read again and again. Softcover ($34.99): A lovely, lightweight saddle-stitched softcover on thick, durable paper. Gift Set ($84.99): Two hardcovers: one for home, one for someone who loves them. Digital Edition ($19.99): Instant personalized PDF to read on any screen.

A LINE FROM THE BOOK
Someone small. Someone new. The whole wide world was waiting for you.
From The Day You Arrived, personalized for your child
WHY LITTLE LANTERN

Made with care, start to finish

Original storiesWritten, read aloud and edited by people who love picture books
See it before you buyFlip through every page, fully personalized, before you pay
Printed to order in the USAPremium color printing, sent with tracked shipping
WORTH KEEPING

Toys get outgrown. Their story gets read to bits.

A book with their name in it becomes the one they bring you at bedtime, again and again.

  • Loved for years, not weeks. From the years you read it to them to the year they read it on their own.
  • Made for rereading. Softcover or sturdy hardcover, with the digital edition included.
  • Real care in every line. Stories are drafted, read aloud and revised until every page earns its turn.
IF IT’S NOT RIGHT, WE’LL MAKE IT RIGHT

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  • Check every detail before it prints. The full preview shows exactly what we’ll make.
  • If it’s our error, we’ll replace your book free. No forms, no arguing.
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The Day You Arrived FAQs

How do I personalize The Day You Arrived?

Baby’s first name. Their illustrated look. A welcome message on the first page. Every change appears in the preview, so you can read the whole book before you buy. Your message is printed on the very first page, free.

What age is this book for?

The Day You Arrived is best for ages 0–3, but you can make it for any child, from under 1 to 12. It is designed to be read aloud together and enjoyed again as they grow.

What occasion is it best for?

a new baby. It also makes a lovely gift from grandparents, with a message from them on page one.

How long does delivery take?

Digital books are ready to download straight after checkout. Printed books are made to order in the USA and sent with tracked shipping ($6.99).

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