Where Babies Come From by Rosemary Stones

Short Summary

Where Babies Come From by Rosemary Stones, illustrated by Nick Sharratt, is a detailed and engaging picture book that explains human reproduction in a clear, factual way. While a little older in style, it’s still a fantastic resource for parents wanting to talk about sex, reproduction, and birth with their child. The book includes accurate descriptions of genitals, puberty, sexual intercourse, conception, and birth, all presented in a gentle but straightforward tone.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 6 to 8 years.

Topics Discussed

How Babies Are Made

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What this book is about

• Where Babies Come From begins by exploring the differences between bodies, including accurate illustrations of a range of genitals—something not often found in many children’s books.
• It introduces the correct names for private parts and normalises variation in what bodies can look like.
• The book explains how bodies change during puberty, covering both external and internal changes for boys and girls, including periods and sperm production.
• It provides a clear and age-appropriate explanation of sexual intercourse, using both text and illustrations to help children understand how a sperm and egg can join to start a pregnancy.
• There’s also a section on contraception and how it prevents pregnancy, which makes this book stand out from many others.
• The stages of pregnancy are explained, along with how babies are born, including both vaginal births and C-sections.
• It gently acknowledges that some babies need extra care after birth, and finishes by showing how newborns are looked after and eventually grow up.
• The language is a little dated and gendered, but the book is still rich in helpful, factual content. As always, you can personalise the story and adapt it to suit your own values and family structure.

I hope you find this book review helpful!

Happy talking!
❤️ Cath