How did I get here? by Philip Bunting

Short Summary

The book “How Did I Get Here” by Philip Bunting explains the origin of babies through a humorous and illustrated narrative incorporating the Big Bang and evolution, without detailing the specifics of sex or pregnancy.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 4 to 8 years.

Topics Discussed

Where babies come from

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What this book is about

  • “How Did I Get Here” by Philip Bunting.
  • The book provides a unique perspective on where babies come from, incorporating themes of the Big Bang and evolution.
  • The book is a picture book with humorous illustrations, not academic but engaging.
  • It starts with a discussion of the world’s beginnings, evolution, and the creation of life.
  • The book implies the concept of sex but does not explicitly define or explain it.
  • It suggests a narrative of baby-making occurring at night but lacks details on pregnancy.
  • The book is not inclusive, offering a simplistic view of growing in a mom’s tummy.
  • It provides a different angle for discussing how babies are made, potentially leading to broader conversations.
  • Overall, the book is seen as a fun, alternative resource for discussing the origins of life with children.
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Cath Hakanson is a qualified family sex educator, sexual health nurse and author with 30+ years of clinical and education experience. As an AuDHD parent of two neurodivergent children, she creates clear, practical sex ed resources that help parents talk about bodies, puberty, consent, porn, relationships and sex without shame or judgement.