Altrusa representatives Ann Ellery (left) and Breda O'Brien (right) read to new baby James Buchan, held by his grandmother Maria Tome, at the Oamaru Hospital maternity ward this week. Photo by David Bruce.
The books come in a "goodies bag" that includes a gift for the mother, parenting and other helpful information, such as details about the Oamaru Toy Library.
Baby James, born last Sunday, is the son of Ana and Chris Buchan of Oamaru.
