My Story Keepsake™ (MSK) Books
My Story Keepsake™ | Character #9 | The Big Story
Baby Buddy
“The sweetest welcome in the My Story Keepsake™ family.”
About Baby Buddy:
Baby Buddy is gentle, joyful, and full of wide-eyed wonder. Loved by family and adored by friends, Baby Buddy brings laughter, hugs, and bright curiosity everywhere this little darling goes. Whether discovering new things or cuddling close for story time, Baby Buddy reminds us that the smallest moments often become the most special keepsakes.
Personality at a Glance:
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Loves: hugs, giggles, cuddles, family time
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Favorite people: Mommy, Daddy, Grandma, and Grandpa
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Best known for: sweet smiles, adorable gurgles, and an irresistible charm
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Perfect for: newborns, toddlers, baby showers, and family keepsake gifts
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Story themes: love, welcome, belonging, first milestones
In Baby Buddy's Own Words:
Hello! I’m Baby Buddy. I bring happiness, giggles, and bright, sunshiney moments everywhere I go. I love cuddles from Mommy and Daddy, sweet visits from Grandma and Grandpa, and being surrounded by friends and family who adore me. When I gurgle, giggle, or flash a big smile, everyone lights up—and that makes my little world feel warm and full of love.
Whether you’re welcoming a newborn, celebrating a growing family, or sharing a cozy story at bedtime, I’m here to bring joy, comfort, and the sweetest moments to your day.
Let’s make memories together! Choose my debut story, Welcome Home, Baby Buddy, or explore any MSK title—we’ll have a wonderful adventure together!
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Debut Title:
Welcome Home, Baby Buddy
In this sweet, cleverly written story filled with heartfelt rhymes, Welcome Home, Baby Buddy celebrates the joy, warmth, and wonder of bringing a new little one home. All the lamBaby9™ characters join in to welcome Baby Buddy, creating a lively, love-filled introduction to the entire MSK family.
With tender lines and bright, joyful illustrations, this story wraps readers in smiles, sweetness, and the happiness of a baby so dearly treasured—a family favorite you’ll read again and again, especially during those quiet moments you’ll want to remember forever.
Book 2 Coming Soon:
Baby Buddy's Many Firsts
What will Baby Buddy do first?
Say “Mommy”?
Say “Daddy”?
Give Grandma a hug?
Giggle for the very first time?
Or maybe… finally crawl?
Every “first” is a big adventure—and Baby Buddy is ready for them all!
Join this adorable little one as they discover new sounds, new movements, and new ways to explore the world.
Look for Baby Buddy’s Many Firsts — coming soon!
Baby Buddy.
Heart stealer.
Family favorite.


Always lovable. Always adorable.
Always Baby Buddy.
About the Author — Vanita Madley
Vanita Madley is the children’s book pen name of author Dianne Mayhew Bradley, creator of the beloved lamBaby9™ universe and the My Story Keepsake™ storybook line. Blending creativity, heart, and a deep appreciation for family, Vanita writes children’s stories that celebrate love, belonging, and the wonders of childhood. Her growing collection of My Story Keepsake™ titles continues to bring joy to families everywhere, creating moments they can treasure forever.