Personalised Baby Loss books for grieving families

Providing comfort to grieving families experiencing baby loss

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What Our Customer Says

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I recommend this book to many people

This book is absolutely beautiful. The personalisation choices are such a stroke of genius, the image ended up looking so much like Max does in my minds eye. The illustrations are stunning, and the words complement them perfectly. I have bought two one to be read, loved and used and one to keep safe. I have already recommended this book to many people and will continue to until I’m blue in the face. Worth every penny and more!

Max's Mum
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These books give us loss parents comfort

An absolutely beautiful book for my little boy Eli who died in 2021. These books are beautifully written and illustrated and give us loss parents so much love & comfort. I will forever be grateful to Maila’s Present for creating such a wonderful book to honour our children who didn’t get to stay. Thank you so much, I love Eli’s book so much. Love Eli’s mama

Eli's Mum
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What a beautiful book!

What a beautiful book in memory of my sweet baby boy, Kade. Reading it alongside my husband was truly emotional but yet a beautiful moment. The picture really captured what we imagined our baby boy looking like as he grew older, especially the hair. Thank you so much for allowing us to have such a special book to help us feel even closer to our so missed baby.

Kade's Mum
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I am so thankful for the book

I am so thankful for the book "When I was in your tummy". This really has become a valuable gift to me that I will cherish and read to my future children so they will know all about their big brother Zion. Thank you for creating such a beautiful gift 💙👑

Zion's Mum
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The words inside broke me!

They so perfectly spoke the truth of how I feel about my darling baby. I am so so grateful for this act of kindness from Maila's mum

Matilda’s Mum
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I received my mother's card!

It was beautiful and so unexpected. Thank you so much

Cameron’s Mum
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My Mother's Day card arrived

Thank you so much for it, the message inside is so lovely it made me cry I will treasure it forever

Jesse’s Mum

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The Process of Building a Story

01 personalisation

Every Page Keeps the memory of your little ones shinning bright

  • Personalise your book by entering your babies names
  • Choose the gender that best suits your babies and the other characters in the stories
  • Pick the skin tone, hair color, hair type and more.

02 Dedication

Write Your Own Dedication

  • Select a chosen cover for your book: Soft or Hard Cover
  • Customise your book by writing a personal and loving dedication in memory of your precious babies

03 Preview

Previewing Your Keepsake

  • Select the Preview Option
  • Review Each Page Carefully
  • Make Necessary Adjustments

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Baby Age

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Infant Age

3 - 6 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Maila

Never have the words "Say their name" rung more true than when speaking of babies gone too soon.

Maila, pronounced My-lah, is the beloved daughter of Helena Morais and Robert Viana Sacramento. Her father chose her name, which means "beautiful sea," inspired by Marley, as in Bob Marley. Born "sleeping" in London, England to parents of Angolan and Brazilian heritage.

The significance of Maila’s name became even more marked when, on the day of her funeral, her parents were awoken by 15 to 20 seagulls. Maila was so wanted, loved dearly and is extremely missed. She had her favourites too, like Feta cheese and Jhene Aiko’s song “Sing to Me.”

There was so much anticipation, hope, and dreams for this precious baby.

Just four weeks before Maila’s expected arrival, Helena went into labour. Despite being in "perfect health", their world completely collapsed when they arrived in hospital ready to birth their baby and instead were told their baby girl “hadn’t made it” and was stillborn at 36 weeks and 5 days, weighing 6 lbs and 2 oz on the December 29th, 2022.

Life after baby loss is extremely tough. Maila is the inspiration behind creating these personalised baby loss keepsake books, because babies like Maila deserve to be remembered. Maila’s Presents provides thoughtful baby loss gifts, offering bereaved parents a tangible way to honour their precious children and keep their memories alive within their families for generations. If you are searching for meaningful baby loss keepsake gifts for friends or relatives, Maila’s Presents is a beautiful and heartfelt way to commemorate the lives of babies gone too soon.

Our Commitment to Giving Back

At Maila’s Present, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of grieving parents and supporting our community. That’s why we have implemented a giving back initiative to contribute to the well-being of others.

We've partnered with several charities through our affiliate program. When you purchase one of our personalized baby loss storybooks using a charity’s unique link, a percentage of the proceeds will go directly to that charity.

This allows us to honour not only the memory of your baby but also contribute to important causes that help bereaved families. Together, we can make a difference and support those who need it most.

We are also big believers in community which is why we’ve created a private Facebook Group named “Remembering our Babies” where you can share stories of the ways you honour your little one.

By choosing Maila’s Present, you are not only getting a personalized keepsake for yourself or your loved ones but also contributing to meaningful causes and supporting parents in need. Thank you for being a part of our mission to spread love, compassion, and support to grieving families everywhere.

How do I make a personalised book? 

Creating personalised storybooks with Maila's Present is simple! Begin by browsing our diverse collection of beautifully crafted books, featuring poetic, fairytales, adventures, comics, and various other genres. Once you've found the story you want, click on personalise. You'll be guided through an intuitive editing process where you can add your own dedication text, choose characters that best suit you and your babies likenesses, and choose from a variety of customisation options to make your book truly unique. Our user-friendly interface allows you to preview your creation before finalising your order. Once you're satisfied with your personalised storybook, simply add it to your cart and proceed to checkout. It's that easy to create a one-of-a-kind baby loss keepsake that will be cherished for years to come!

How do I place an order with Maila’s Present?

Placing an order on our website is simple:

Choose a Book: Browse through our collection of children’s storybooks and select the one you’d like to personalise.

Personalise: Once you’ve chosen a book, you’ll be prompted to personalise it. Enter your babies names, choose the character’s gender, write a dedication and any additional customisation options available.

Review & Add to Cart: Review your personalised book to ensure all details are correct, then add it to your cart.

Checkout: Proceed to checkout by clicking on the cart icon. Follow the checkout process, entering your shipping and payment information.

Confirmation: After completing your purchase, you’ll receive a confirmation email with details of your order.

That’s it! Sit back and wait for your special keepsake book to arrive at your doorstep.

If you have any further questions or encounter any issues while placing your order, feel free to contact us.

How do I contact Maila’s Present?

We'd be delighted to speak to you! Here's how you can reach us:

1. Email: You can email us at info@mailaspresent.com for any enquiries or assistance you may need. We strive to respond to all emails promptly.

2. Contact Form: Alternatively, you can fill out the contact form on our website. Simply visit our "Contact Us" page and provide your name, email address, subject, and message. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

3. Phone: If you prefer speaking with someone directly, you can reach us by phone at +44 7396 848517 on WhatsApp. We are available during business hours 8am - 6pm GMT to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

4. Social Media: You can also connect with us on our social media channels. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay updated on our latest products and promotions, and feel free to send us a direct message with your enquiries

No matter which method you choose, we're here to help make your experience with Maila’s Present as enjoyable and seamless as possible!

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