Who this consultation is for

Well-Baby Checks are designed for infants and young children during their early developmental stages, and for parents who want reassurance, guidance, and continuity of care.

These visits are ideal for:

• Routine developmental monitoring.

• New parents seeking reassurance and support.

• Checking feeding, sleep, and growth patterns.

• Addressing parental questions or concerns early.

They are nurse-led, with GP oversight to ensure safe, comprehensive care.

What to expect during your visit

These appointments focus on your baby’s growth, development, and overall wellbeing, while also supporting you as a parent.

Your visit includes:

• Growth tracking, including weight, length/height, and head circumference.

• Age-appropriate developmental review.

• Guidance around feeding, sleep, routines, and settling.

• Time to discuss concerns or questions you may have.

• Reassurance and early identification of any issues that may need further review.

The first routine well-baby visit is usually recommended at 2 weeks of age, with follow-up visits as your child grows.

Immunisations

When due and clinically appropriate, immunisations can be discussed as part of the visit.

All vaccines administered are:

• Evidence-based.

• Aligned with national immunisation guidelines.

• Given with appropriate counselling and aftercare advice.

At present, we are awaiting approval to provide state-supplied vaccines. In the interim, vaccine arrangements can be discussed with the practice team.

Why well-baby checks matter

Regular developmental checks help to:

• Ensure your baby is growing and developing as expected.

• Provide early support if concerns arise.

• Build confidence in caring for your baby.

• Establish continuity of care from the very beginning.

These visits are as much about supporting parents as they are about monitoring babies.