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Here you are. Look at you! Tiny, precious, all brand new. Hello, Baby. Capturing all those special feelings that arrive with a new baby, Hello Baby includes a gorgeous bookplate for a personal dedication and a delightful frame in which to place a photograph. This board...
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Celebrate the arrival of a new baby with this gorgeous board book edition of the classic picture book that features a special 'To' and 'From' personalisation page to make this heartwarming story an ideal gift for baby showers and for new families everywhere.
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Here you are. Look at you!
Tiny, precious, all brand new.
Hello, Baby.
Capturing all those special feelings that arrive with a new baby, Hello Baby includes a gorgeous bookplate for a personal dedication and a delightful frame in which to place a photograph. This board book is a cherished memento that celebrates a new arrival and is the perfect gift for any new family.
Perfect for:
- New parents wanting to celebrate and preserve the memory of a special time
- Families welcoming a new baby into their home
- Gift-buyers looking for the perfect newborn gift that will be appreciated for years to come
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761183027
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Format: Board book
Date Published: 01 September 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: A&U Children
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Jedda Robaard
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 200.0mm
Height: 200.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 24
About the Author
Shelly Unwin is a picture book creator with a head full of stories and a heart shaped by growing up in a family that fostered babies, where tiny moments sparked a lifelong love of storytelling. These days, on Sydney's northern beaches, she conjures up playful adventures (like Blast Off! and There's a Baddie Running Through This Book), fuelled by tea, family and her fluffy four-legged sidekick, Biscuit. www.shellyunwin.com
Jedda Robaard is an Australian author, illustrator and designer, based in Southern Tasmania, Australia. She is known internationally for her sweet and whimsical style of illustration. Jedda studied as a commercial artist in 1992 and after an initial career in graphic design moved her focus to illustration. She has been illustrating and writing children's books since 2011. Jedda boasts an impressive catalogue of over 70 published works, many of which have received awards. Among her celebrated books is The Littlest Penguin, winner of the Environment Award for Children's Literature. Her books are sold internationally and have been published in many languages. www.jeddarobaard.com.au
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