Child health and wellbeing
Undertake a systematic and thorough clinical examination including:
- Apgar score at birth
- Measure their weight, length and head circumference
- Examination of their hips
- Cardiovascular system (the heart and blood system)
- Eyes
Review your child’s breastfeeding and infant feeding status
Discuss safe sleeping practices for baby
Maternal wellbeing
Discuss with the mother their own physical and emotional health and wellbeing, what support they have, and offer information as appropriate about relevant agencies and services
Breastfeeding: examination and assessment
