Neonatal Wellness & New Parent Programme
Neonatal Wellness & New Parent Programme
Neonatal Wellness & New Parent Programme
check-up-screening
Designed for newborns 0–4 weeks old, this half-day programme includes a full newborn physical examination by Dr. Robert Ng, neonatal jaundice screening (transcutaneous bilirubinometry), newborn hearing screening (OAE), hip ultrasound, blood spot screening, weight and feeding assessment, lactation consultation by a certified lactation consultant (IBCLC), and a 30-minute parent education session on safe sleep, vaccination schedule, and infant nutrition. Sesame snaps powder brownie bonbon caramels — a digital neonatal wellness report is sent to parents within 48 hours.
Syarat & Ketentuan
This package is valid for one newborn per booking and is non-transferable
The package is designed for newborns aged 0 to 4 weeks; infants outside this age range may require a different consultation type
Metabolic blood spot results from the national programme are sent directly to the Ministry of Health and the family; processing time is 3 to 4 weeks
A referral for follow-up audiology testing or orthopaedic assessment, if required, is not included in the package cost
The lactation consultation covers one 1-hour session; additional consultations are available at standard rates
Termasuk dalam Paket
- Comprehensive full newborn physical examination by a consultant paediatrician or neonatologist
- Neonatal jaundice screening via transcutaneous bilirubinometry (TcB)
- Newborn hearing screening using otoacoustic emissions (OAE) testing
- Developmental hip ultrasound to screen for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)
- Newborn metabolic blood spot screening for inherited metabolic disorders
Manfaat
- Early identification of neonatal jaundice prevents progression to severe hyperbilirubinaemia requiring phototherapy
- Hip ultrasound detection of DDH at this stage allows non-surgical harness treatment with excellent outcomes
- Hearing screening identifies congenital hearing loss early, maximising language and speech development outcomes
- Lactation consultant support significantly improves breastfeeding success rates and maternal confidence
- Parent education session reduces anxiety around common newborn behaviours and establishes a vaccination roadmap
Apa yang Diharapkan
- Arrive with your newborn (aged 0 to 4 weeks) at the Paediatric Outpatient Clinic at the scheduled morning time
- Registration and baseline measurements: weight, length, and head circumference
- Full newborn physical examination by the paediatrician including cardiac, neurological, and musculoskeletal assessment
- Transcutaneous bilirubinometry performed on the forehead and sternum — painless and takes less than one minute
- Newborn metabolic blood spot heel prick performed by the paediatric nurse
Persiapan
- Schedule the appointment between the newborn's 3rd and 14th day of life for optimal metabolic and jaundice screening accuracy
- Feed your baby 30 to 60 minutes before the appointment so they are settled but not hungry during the examination
- Bring your baby's red booklet (Child Health Booklet) and any discharge summary from the birth hospital
- Dress your baby in loose, easy-to-remove clothing for the physical examination
- Bring at least two sets of spare clothing, nappies, and feeding supplies for the 2 to 3 hour session