Bruising in Non-Mobile Babies

The Multi-Agency Pathway for Bruising in Non-Mobile Children and the Pathway of Care for Birth Marks provide essential guidance for professionals handling cases involving bruising or marks in infants who are not yet mobile.

The bruising pathway outlines procedures for assessing and managing suspicious marks, emphasising the need for immediate referral to social care and medical evaluation to rule out abuse.

The birth mark guidance helps differentiate congenital dermal melanocytosis (e.g., Mongolian blue spots) or medically induced injuries from bruising to avoid unnecessary referrals, detailing documentation and follow-up processes.

These documents are crucial for safeguarding infants while ensuring accurate assessment and response to potential concerns.