Understand developmental checks from birth to 12 months
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New mums mostly want to be really close to their baby as soon as it is born. The health checks are vital and need to be carried out to ensure the baby is well.After doing some personal research yourself about the moments after birth give the arguments for and against doing the tests before mum puts the baby to her breast or close to her skin, and after.Should the mother be offered the choice?
It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the response you have chosen to this scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague and ask them to tell you if they think you have responded appropriately. Ask them to challenge your response if necessary. You do not need to submit this task for assessment unless asked to do so by your tutor.