Last updated September 23, 2026
The day everything changed.
Preserve it as a story — not just a photo.
A Whimbel new baby book preserves the day your child arrived as a beautifully illustrated storybook — the emotions, the details, and the joy, captured from your own words and one photo.
What makes this book special
The drive to the hospital. The first time you held them. The look on your partner's face. These aren't just memories — they're the opening chapter of your family's story. A Whimbel new baby book turns that unforgettable day into an illustrated keepsake.
- Captures the birth story in your own words — every detail that matters
- Illustrations that look like your actual newborn, not a generic baby
- A gift for the child to read when they grow up and ask "tell me about the day I was born"
- Premium casewrap hardcover — sturdy enough for every bedtime reading
Why it matters
You'll never forget the day they were born. But you will forget the little details — the song playing in the car, the nurse who made you laugh, the first outfit they wore. Capture it all now.
Learn more: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists — Labor & Delivery
$7.99 to preview. $44.99 for the hardcover — preview deposit deducted.
Free shipping to the US, Canada, UK & most of Europe. Other countries: see shipping costs
Frequently asked questions
Can I include details from the pregnancy too?
Absolutely. Your story can start wherever the memory begins — the pregnancy journey, the baby shower, the nursery preparation, or the moment you found out.
Is this a good baby shower gift?
For the shower itself, the baby shower keepsake book is the one to give: whimbel.com/keepsake/baby-shower-keepsake-book. This book tells the birth story from a real photo and a real moment with the baby, so it is a gift for after the baby arrives — from grandparents, friends, or the parents themselves.
What if the birth story was complicated or emotional?
Every birth story is valid and beautiful. We follow your lead — you share what feels right, and we craft a story that honors your experience with sensitivity and warmth.
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