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Much-loved actor and radio host Kate Ritchie's first book is a beautiful tribute to the joy and anticipation of expecting a child.

Much-loved actor and radio host Kate Ritchie's first book is a beautiful tribute to the joy and anticipation of expecting a child.
When you were still a treasured bump, tucked safe away inside, I thought about you night and day and in my sleep - it's true. My heart was full of hope and love. I just couldn't wait to meet you.
A heartwarming story to share with the children in your family.

Reviews

“ Warm-hearted . . . captures the anticipation of pregnancy and all the fun of preparing for the new baby ”

Louise Pfanner, Books and Publishing

“ Straight from the heart . . . The perfect gift for a new or expecting parent, or for a soon-to-be-sibling ”

This Charming Mum

“ A moving expression of the joys and hopes that surround pregnancy and the newborn ”

John Nolan, Reading Time

“ The visually stunning and thoughtfully written book will strike a chord with any expectant mum ”

Clare Stephens, Mamamia

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Formats & editions

  • Hardback

    9780857989703

    March 28, 2016

    Random House Australia Children's

    32 pages

    RRP $30.00

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  • Board Book

    9780143785071

    July 31, 2017

    Random House Australia Children's

    32 pages

    RRP $21.00

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    • Fishpond
    • Mighty Ape
    • Paper Plus
    • The Warehouse
    • Whitcoulls
    • The Nile
    Or

    Find your local bookstore at www.booksellers.co.nz/directory

  • EBook

    9780857989710

    March 28, 2016

    RHA eBooks Child

    32 pages

    Online retailers

    • iBooks NZ
    • Amazon Kindle
    • Google Play
    • Kobo
    • Booktopia NZ

Awards and Recognition

  • Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards
    2017
    Shortlisted
    Birth–3 Years

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