Dog's First Baby

Featured in the New York Times Top 50 Best Board Books
Kids Indie Next List Pick
A 2022 Georgia Author of the Year Award nominee
Bookstagang's Best Board Book of 2021

A sturdy board book about meeting the new baby for the first time, ideal for bedtime reading, baby-shower gifts, sibling preparation, and everyday storytime.

"A playful and funny romp that will appeal to dog-owning tots." -- Kirkus Reviews

A new baby is coming home--but Dog has one very important question:

Is the baby a dog?

Dog's First Baby is a funny, heartwarming board book that captures the excitement, confusion, and curiosity of welcoming a new family member through the eyes of a lovable dog.

Written and illustrated by Natalie Nelson, this charming story uses simple text, expressive artwork, and gentle humor to explore family change in a way that young children can understand and enjoy. As Dog sniffs out clues and studies the mysterious new arrival, he slowly discovers that this noisy little creature might become his newest friend after all.

Perfect for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, dog-loving families, and households preparing for a new sibling, Dog's First Baby turns a major life transition into a playful and reassuring adventure.

• Sweet and funny story introducing the idea of a new baby or sibling
• Perfect for dog-loving families and young animal fans
• Simple text ideal for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
• Durable board book format built for repeated reading
• Great gift for all welcoming a new baby

Follow Dog's clues, meet the mysterious new arrival, and discover a brand-new friendship.

Natalie Nelson is an illustrator, picture book maker, and collage artist. Her titles include Dog's First Baby, Cat's First Baby, Dog's First Christmas, Cat's First Halloween and Dog Loves Baby. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her family, and you can visit her online at natalieknelson.com.