Passionate about helping families grow in faith and connection.
Our Story - About
Your Name is a Gift
Celebrating Faith, Family,
and the Meaning of a Child’s Name
My “Why”-
Sharron Bauer,
Author
Reading with my children and helping them grow in our Catholic faith has always been one of my greatest joys. I’ve always looked for ways to connect our everyday family life to God’s presence and His call to live with love and purpose.
When our first grandchild was born, I found myself reflecting on the thoughtful decisions her parents made in choosing her name. It brought back memories of how my husband and I prayerfully chose names for our own children, drawing from family history and our Catholic faith tradition.
I realized how much love, intention, and faith go into choosing a child’s name, and I wanted children to one day understand the beautiful story behind their own. From that inspiration, Your Name is a Gift was created.
Custom Catholic Storybooks for Families
With my background in instructional design and marketing, I developed a process to create custom Catholic or Eastern Orthodox storybooks that help families connect and tell the unique story behind their child’s name.
Each personalized book weaves together:
• Faith and family traditions and heritage
• Catholic faith and values
• Saints or Biblical figures who inspired the child’s name
• Family members and loved ones connected to the name
• The love and prayer that guided the naming decision
The result is a meaningful keepsake that shows children how deeply they are loved and how their story is part of both family and faith. If you are from another Christian faith that aligns with this naming tradition, we can make that custom book for you too. Just let us know in the comments of the Customization form page.
A Faith-Filled Gift That Grows with Your Child
Each Your Name is a Gift custom storybook also includes:
Stories of Saints or Biblical figures connected to the child’s name - or - the day they were born (Saint Day)
Included: Optional upload of one high resolution photo of the child or family, which will be changed into an illustration
Additional photos are extra - may be used for a custom photo cover
Personalized intercessory prayers
A special page to begin exploring future Confirmation names
These elements help children grow in faith while understanding the special meaning behind their own name.
A Family Heirloom for Generations
My hope is that every book becomes a treasured family heirloom, shared between parents, children, and someday grandchildren, reminding each child that their name is truly a gift.
Supporting Life, Supporting Mothers
We are committed to honoring and supporting life at every stage. That’s why 5% of every product sale is donated to Crisis Pregnancy Centers that provide compassionate care, resources, and practical support to mothers, babies, and families in need.
Every purchase you make helps extend hope, assistance, and encouragement to those facing unexpected pregnancies.
For local Crisis Pregnancy Centers in your area to be considered for this program, complete this form. One Center will be chosen in each State. Sales in that State will be donated to that Center chosen.
Gift Ideas
Each custom book includes one family provided photo - turned into an illustration within the book, plus the story behind their name, Saints or Biblical figures connected to it, personalized prayers, and the love of family woven throughout.
A Baptism Gift That Lasts a Lifetime
Baptism marks the beginning of a child’s faith journey. This personalized Catholic storybook that helps children grow knowing the meaning behind their name and the faith that surrounds them.
A meaningful Baptism gift today becomes a cherished keepsake for years to come.
Grandchildren Gifts
Looking for a meaningful gift for your grandchild?
This personalized Catholic storybook shares the story behind their name, faith and family connections and becomes a keepsake for generations.
Celebrating a Birthday with Meaning
Storybooks are always the right answer for birthday presents! This gift is even more special because it’s a true story about your family, that will become a keepsake forever.