That Baby Didn't Come!

About the Book

Meet Adaline, a big sister in waiting, as she learns that some wishes don't come true. In this tender and honest story, That Baby Didn't Come! gently explores what it's like to hope for a sibling who doesn't arrive. Through Adaline's eyes, young readers are invited into a journey of big questions, quiet moments, and the love that fills a family even when wishes go unanswered. With warm, expressive illustrations and child-centered storytelling, this book opens space for real conversations about infertility, grief, and the beauty of the family you already have. This story is perfect for families navigating waiting, loss, or simply learning that love can grow in unexpected ways.

About the Author

Keri Carmen is a writer, mom, and start-up CEO who understands the quiet heartbreak of infertility. She wrote That Baby Didn’t Come! for her daughter to gently share why the baby they were wishing for didn’t arrive. Before becoming an author, Keri spent nearly two decades as a global corporate executive at The Estée Lauder Companies. Now, as a founder of ONAÏ, a digital health company focused on fertility, she draws from her own IVF journey to share insights and support to parents navigating the complexities of fertility treatments. This is her debut children’s book.