Important new book from New Zealand, ‘Earlybird’ for parents and children to explore together the experience of premature birth

Written by Julie Burgess-Manning and illustrated by Jenny Cooper

Guided and co-edited by Dr Patricia Champion, MBE, PhD - Founder of the internationally recognized CHAMPION CENTRE (an Early Intervention Centre in Christchurch) and Trustee of the Champion Foundation

Professor Linda Gilkerson, PhD. Erikson Institute US, says of the book:

“All the joys and worries of a prematurely born baby are tenderly and openly addressed in this lovely story as Mum, Dad and Pip welcome little Peri into their nest. This book will be calming and centering resource for families to read with their children following their time in NICU* and long after as they continue to embrace their newest family member”.

* Neonatal intensive care unit

The book is available internationally and can be purchased online at: www.championfoundation.co.nz