Personalized bedtime books

Your child is the hero.
And the thing they're scared of becomes the thing they conquer.

A 16-page illustrated bedtime story, personalized with your child's name, comfort object, and the one thing they're afraid of at night. Built around a real calm-down technique therapists recommend. Delivered within 24 hours.

Made with care · 24-hour delivery · PDF + optional audio narration

Why parents choose us

Most personalized books just swap a name. This one does the work.

Their name. Their fear.

You tell us what they're scared of at night — the dark, monsters, thunder, being alone — and we weave it into the story so they see themselves face it bravely.

Built on a real technique.

Wrapped around a name-it-and-breathe calming method pediatric therapists recommend. A bedtime book that actually helps bedtime.

Made by a tiny human team.

Every book is reviewed by a real person before it's sent. No factory. No autopilot. Just a small studio that cares about how your kid feels at 8pm.

How it works

Three small steps. One big bedtime change.

  1. 1

    Tell us about your child

    Their name, age, comfort object, and the one thing they're afraid of at night. Takes about a minute.

  2. 2

    We craft the book

    A real human reviews every order, weaves your details into our 16-page story, and pairs it with watercolor illustrations.

  3. 3

    Read it tonight

    Your personalized PDF arrives within 24 hours. Add a warm audio narration if you want hands-free bedtime reading.

What you get

Three ways to share the story.

Pocket

Pocket bedtime

from$9

  • 6-page short version
  • Same Lumi story, condensed
  • Mobile-friendly format
  • Perfect for travel nights
Get the pocket version

Digital

Personalized PDF

from$24

  • 16 illustrated pages
  • Print-ready high-res file
  • Delivered within 24 hours
  • Re-print at home anytime
Order PDF

Most loved

PDF + Audio narration

from$33

  • Everything in Digital
  • Warm read-aloud audio file
  • Play on touched-out nights
  • Great for road trips
Order with audio

All orders processed securely on Etsy. Pricing reflects starting price; some personalization options may add a small fee.

A peek inside

Three pages from the bedtime book.

The name shown is a placeholder. Your child's name appears in the real book.

page 3

When the lights went out, and the house grew very still, Sofia would think about the closet — and feel a little chill.

Page 3 — naming the fear out loud takes its power away.

page 9

"Close your eyes with me, Sofia. Take a breath in, slow and deep. Picture Bun-Bun by your side, guarding while you sleep."

Page 9 — the calm-down breath, tucked into the story.

page 16

Goodnight, brave Sofia. Goodnight, Bun-Bun too.
Goodnight to every shadow — the light still loves you.

Page 16 — the line parents read with a lump in their throat.

Bedtime, but better

From the parents we've helped tuck in.

"She asked me to read it three times. She fell asleep on page 12. I cried in the hallway."

— Megan, mom of a 4-year-old

"I sent it to my granddaughter for her birthday. Her mom called me sobbing in the best way."

— Linda, grandmother of two

"Best $30 we've spent on bedtime in three years. The breathing line actually works on him."

— Daniel, dad of a 5-year-old

Quotes shown are early reader feedback. We share verified Etsy reviews on our shop page.

Questions parents ask

FAQ

How long until my book arrives?

Personalized PDFs are delivered within 24 hours of your order — usually much faster. Add the audio narration option and you'll get a warm read-aloud MP3 in the same delivery.

What ages is this book for?

The bedtime book is written for kids roughly ages 2 to 7. The story works whether your child is just starting to talk about feelings or already a confident pre-reader.

Can I add my own photos or art?

Not yet. Each book uses our consistent watercolor illustration style so the story feels like a real children's book. We may add photo options in the future.

Is this a real fix for bedtime fears?

It's a tool, not a cure. The story uses a name-it-and-breathe technique pediatric therapists recommend. Most parents tell us bedtime gets noticeably easier within a week of nightly reads. Persistent or severe anxiety is always worth talking to your pediatrician about.

Can I return it if we don't love it?

Personalized digital products generally aren't returnable, but we want you to genuinely love your book. If something feels off, message us through Etsy and we'll make it right.

Is this a good gift?

It's one of the best gifts you can give a kid under 8. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, baby showers, big-sibling moments — it lands every time. You'll just need the child's name, age, and the personalization details from the parent.

Will you make books for other moments?

Yes. We're working on books for new siblings, potty training, big feelings, and the first day of school. Drop your email below and you'll be the first to know when each one is ready.

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