The 'six-week baby check' is part of the NHS Newborn and Infant Physical Examination (NIPE) programme.1 Along with the newborn examination, it is an essential part of the 'Healthy Child Programme', the Department of Health guideline for promotion of child health. 2 3 An examination of the infant should take place between 6-8 weeks and should include:
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/doctor/six-week-baby-check