What’s Growing in Mommy’s Tummy? by Rachel Qiuqi-Li

Short Summary

What’s Growing in Mummy’s Tummy? by Rachel Qiuqi-Li is a playful and engaging picture book that helps young children understand pregnancy and fetal development by comparing the baby’s size to different fruits. It’s a fun way to introduce the concept of a growing baby—especially for toddlers and preschoolers who are eagerly awaiting a new sibling.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 4 to 7 years.

Topics Discussed

Pregnancy & Birthing

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What this book is about

• What’s Growing in Mummy’s Tummy? uses fruit comparisons to help kids visualise how a baby grows during pregnancy. Month by month, they see the baby go from a poppy seed to a watermelon!
• This clever metaphor makes it easier for young children to grasp something abstract—like the baby’s size inside the womb—using objects they already know.
• It’s also a gentle way to build excitement about a new sibling and help children feel included in the pregnancy journey.
• The illustrations are bright, cheerful, and age-appropriate, helping keep kids engaged as they flip through the months.
• One thing to be mindful of: younger kids might take it a bit literally and think there’s actual fruit growing inside mummy. So it’s helpful to remind them that it’s just a fun comparison—not a real peach or watermelon inside!
• The book doesn’t go into how the baby got there or how it will come out, so it’s a good starting point if you’re not ready to dive into those details just yet.
• It’s a simple, warm, and curious little book that can lead to bigger conversations about babies and where they come from as your child grows older.

I hope you find this book review helpful!

Happy talking!
❤️ Cath