Celeste was born weighing about the same as a block of butter. Her fragile, tiny body could fit in the palm of your hand. The smallest nappy in the photo is what Celeste had to wear. 

This Christmas you can help babies like Celeste by giving a donation to help build a very special ‘Parent Room’ for tiny premature babies like Celeste - who are cared for by the Special Care Baby Unit in the Waitemata District Health Board area.

This room is so special! It gives mums like Xenia, Celeste’s mum, the chance to stay overnight for the very first time with their baby. They’ll know everything that’s required to look after their baby before going home. 

Celeste was born 16 weeks early with many life-threatening health complications. After weeks in the hospital getting emergency treatment, there comes a time to take the tiny baby home. It's a terrifying moment for many mums. There is so much to learn about caring for a premature baby. 

To build the Parent Room it costs $120,000. It will have: two beds, a TV, a small fridge, two bedside tables, a cupboard and an ensuite with a toilet, hand basin and shower. 

The amazing thing about the 'Parent Room' is that you will be giving three families a week the chance to stay. Sometimes for 24 hours, sometimes 48 hours, sometimes a little longer before they go home. 

That's why I hope you can make a donation today. 

The Christmas holiday is coming up fast! Your gift today will help save the lives of babies like Celeste. You will help mums build the confidence knowing they are giving their baby the best start to life.

What an amazing gift to families this Christmas! 

Please donate now by visiting, www.wellfoundation.org.nz or call us on 09 447 0138.

Wishing you the warmest Christmas.