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Personalized social stories, written by a child psychologist

A book made for your child, about their world.

Dr. Babby writes every Dr. Babby's Book personally — starring your child, by name, with their actual situation, written to meet them where they are.

$250 · 2–3 week turnaround · Books shipped to your door

Dr. Babby with two children at a community event
Written by a licensed child psychologist

What makes a Dr. Babby's Book different

The market is full of generic children's books about big feelings. Dr. Babby's Books are different in every meaningful way.

Generic children's book
Dr. Babby's Book
Generic character
Stars YOUR child, by name
One-size-fits-all vocabulary
Adjusts to your child's comprehension level
General scenarios
Incorporates your family's specific situation
Written by an author
Written by a licensed child psychologist
Stock illustrations
Can include your child's actual photographs
Off the shelf
Delivered to your door in 2–3 weeks

What can a book be about?

Dr. Babby's Books cover a wide range of childhood challenges. If your child is navigating something not listed here, reach out — Dr. Babby can likely help.

  • Daily Routines

    Brushing teeth, getting dressed, the morning rush.

    A book about getting ready for school without the standoff.

  • Emotional Management

    Understanding and coping with big feelings.

    A book about what to do when anger feels too big to hold.

  • Social Interaction

    Making friends, sharing, taking turns, group activities.

    A book about playing with kids you don't know yet.

  • School Situations

    Classroom behavior, following instructions, transitions.

    A book about the first day in a new classroom.

  • Safety & Community Skills

    Crossing streets, community helpers, safety rules.

    A book about what to do if you get separated at a store.

  • Personal Care

    Hygiene, self-care, personal boundaries.

    A book about who is allowed to help with bath time and who isn't.

  • Food & Nutrition

    Healthy eating habits and food choices.

    A book about trying a new food when it looks scary.

  • Grief & Loss

    Processing the loss of a family member, friend, or pet.

    A book about saying goodbye to a beloved dog.

  • Other

    Something not on this list? Tell us.

    If your child is navigating it, Dr. Babby can likely help.

How it works

How it works

From the first message to a finished book in your child's hands.

  1. Reach out

    DM us on Instagram, email hello@drbabbysbooks.com, or use our contact form.

  2. Book a consult

    We'll send you a Calendly link to pick a 30-minute window. Dr. Babby is available weekday lunch hours, weekday evenings, and Sunday afternoons.

  3. Pay & complete the questionnaire

    We send a Venmo request for the $250 fee at booking, along with a short Google Form so Dr. Babby can come to your call already familiar with your child.

  4. Meet Dr. Babby on Zoom

    A 30-minute conversation focused on the nuance — your child's voice, the specific moment the book needs to address, what you hope they take away.

  5. Dr. Babby writes the book

    Personalized, evidence-based, and written for your child specifically. Two to three weeks from your call.

  6. We print and ship

    We format the book in Canva, send it to print, and Lulu ships the softcover copy directly to your door.

Dr. Babby
About Dr. Babby

Written by Dr. Babby — a licensed child psychologist

Dr. Babby is a licensed psychologist (TX, OK, CO) and a board-certified behavior analyst, with a doctorate from the University of Denver and time at the Marcus Autism Center. She writes every Dr. Babby's Book personally — because parents deserve more than a generic story when their child is navigating a real moment.

Meet Dr. Babby
Common questions

People ask us

What is a social story, and why do they help?

A social story is a short, structured narrative that walks a child through a situation, what to expect, and how they can respond. They were developed for children with autism but are now widely used for any child working on emotional regulation, transitions, new experiences, or hard moments. The research is solid — when kids see themselves succeed in a story, they build the script for doing it in real life.

Who writes the book?

Dr. Babby writes every book personally. She is a licensed child psychologist in Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado, and a board-certified behavior analyst. She holds a doctorate in Child, Family, and School Psychology from the University of Denver. No ghostwriters, no AI — just Dr. Babby.

How is this different from other personalized children's books?

Most personalized children's books swap in a name and a hair color. A Dr. Babby's Book is built around your child's actual situation — the morning routine that's falling apart, the new baby on the way, the grandparent who passed, the classroom transition that's hard. It's written by a child psychologist at your child's reading level. There isn't really a comparable product on the market.

What age range is this for?

The sweet spot is roughly ages three through eight, but Dr. Babby adjusts vocabulary, sentence length, and concept complexity to your specific child. If you're unsure where your child lands, just tell us on the questionnaire — Dr. Babby will calibrate.

Do I need photos of my child?

No. Photos are optional and many families don't send any — the illustrations work beautifully on their own. If you do send photos, Dr. Babby and Anna can incorporate them into the artwork to make the book feel even more personal.

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Ready to make a book for your child?

Pick a 30-minute window with Dr. Babby. Books are $250 and arrive in 2–3 weeks.

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