“How much do you love me, NanaTee?”
“To the moon and back.”
That’s how it ends every night in my house.
I’m Tina, Certified Aromatherapist since 2013. In Pearl River, I’m NanaTee. And if there’s one book that’s put all 8 of my grandkids to sleep, it’s this one.
`Guess How Much I Love You` by Sam McBratney.
Pawpaw thought it was “just a bunny book.” Now he’s the one stretching his arms wide at bedtime.
This is my Guess How Much I Love You Bedtime Kit.
5 things that turn 10 minutes into a memory they’ll never forget.
WHY THIS BOOK + KIT WORKS
1. **The words are calm** - Short sentences. Soft story. Baby gets sleepy.
2. **It’s interactive** - “As high as I can reach!” Gets the wiggles out.
3. **It builds love** - They’ll say “I love you to the moon” forever
4. **It’s screen-free** - 5 minutes of real connection before lights out
Mama cried reading it. I said “That’s the point.”
NANATEE’S “LOVE TO THE MOON” KIT
I put every single thing from our bedtime routine in one place.
Click once. Get it all. No running to 4 stores.
Shop the full Gifts for Grandkids Kit → [Linked HERE]
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1. GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU BOOK BY SAM MCBRATNEY
Why it’s NanaTee approved: The story that started it all. Big Nutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare. Simple. Sweet. Perfect for ages 0-6.
NanaTee’s Rule: Whisper the last page. Every time. That’s the sleepy cue.
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2. KIDS PREFERRED “I LOVE YOU TO THE MOON” BUNNY PLUSH
Why it’s NanaTee approved: This is the bedtime buddy. Soft, with “I love you to the moon” on the belly. Perfect size for little hands to hold during the story.
NanaTee’s Rule: This bunny only comes out at bedtime. Makes it special.
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3. GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU LARGE NUTBROWN HARE PLUSH
Why it’s NanaTee approved: For the “as high as I can reach!” part. This big bunny is perfect for hugs and acting out the book.
NanaTee’s Rule: Let THEM be Little Nutbrown Hare. You be Big Nutbrown Hare.
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4. KEABIES 2PK TODDLER PILLOWS
Why it’s NanaTee approved: The right size for ages 2+. Not too big, not too flat. Perfect for story time in the glider or in bed.
NanaTee’s Rule: One for head, one for hugging the bunny.
Shop the full Gifts for Grandkids Kit → [Linked HERE]
5. AINORI CUTE BUNNY BLANKET
Why it’s NanaTee approved: Soft, bunny print, perfect size for a toddler. This is the “tuck in” blanket after the last page.
NanaTee’s Rule: Warm milk, story, blanket, sleep. Same order every night.
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NANATEE’S 5-MINUTE “LOVE TO THE MOON” ROUTINE
Do it in this order. Watch what happens.
1. **SNUGGLE** - Toddler pillow + bunny blanket. Lights low.
2. **READ** - Guess How Much I Love You. Use voices. Stretch arms wide.
3. **ACT IT OUT** - Grab the big Nutbrown Hare. “I love you this much!”
4. **TUCK IN** - Give them the small moon bunny. Whisper “To the moon and back.”
5. **SLEEP** - Done.
Pawpaw timed it. 6 minutes. No tears.
NANATEE’S “DON’T MESS IT UP” WARNING
I’ve had mamas tell me “We tried the book and it didn’t work.”
Here’s why:
**Read it fast** | Too wired to sleep | **Read it slow** like a lullaby
**No special toy** | Nothing to hold | **Give them the moon bunny** to hold
**Different routine nightly** | Confused baby | **Same 5 steps** = sleep cue |
Save yourself the bedtime battles. Shop the kit → [Linked HERE]
FREEBIE: NANATEE’S BEDTIME AFFIRMATIONS
Want my 3 “I love you” phrases to say after the book?
Comment “TO THE MOON” below and I’ll DM you the printable.
YOUR TURN
Team Big Bunny or Team Small Bunny?
Team Read 2 Times or Team Read 3 Times?
Drop it below. I’m nosy.
With love, sleepy grandbabies, and books stacked by the bed,
NanaTee
P.S. This makes the BEST baby shower gift. Book + bunny + blanket = instant tradition.
P.P.S. Pin this kit. Every Nana and Mama needs “I love you to the moon” in their toolbox.
Important Note:
Follow safe sleep guidelines. Plush toys for supervised use only for infants under 12 months.
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