The Baby Check app
The Baby Check app is designed for babies up to six months of age and features 17 simple checks that parents can do if their baby is showing signs of illness.
Each check tests for a different symptom and, when completed, the app tells parents or carers whether their baby needs to see a health professional.
The app was developed from a leaflet created by The Lullaby Trust, a team at The University of Cambridge and Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and the resulting study can be found here.
The app was revised in 2024 by the EASIER team, based at The University of Plymouth, in collaboration with health professionals, parents and carers. Their publication can be found here.
More information about the development process can be found here.
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Ellie, Young Mum
“Having something in your pocket that you can pick up and turn to when you’re unsure about your baby’s health is really great.”
Carroll, Health Visitor
“The 19 quick checks help parents reach a clear assessment on whether they need to speak to their doctor, health visitor or midwife or whether the baby needs to be seen urgently.”
Sally, Health Visitor
“It’s a great app which I usually recommend to prospective and new parents during antenatal and new birth visits.”
