Infant assessments. 0-3 month olds
Babies are required to be asleep for the assessment. We recognise that some parents may be anxious about the test, and about having their child ready to sleep. We provide a quiet room and a very comfortable chair for parents nursing the baby. Our extended appointment times allow for time for settling the child.
We suggest:
If baby is due for a feed close to the appointment time, hold off until you get here. Most babies sleep better on a full tummy.
Wake your baby earlier in the morning.
Try to keep your baby awake in the car on the way to the appointment.
Bring a wrap to ‘swaddle’ your baby.
Do not use any oils or creams on your baby’s head in the 24 hours prior to the appointment. (this will help the electrodes to stick well)
Most babies will sleep long enough to allow some assessment.
