The newborn hearing screening, or hearing test, examines whether your baby can hear well. The sooner that happens, the better. In the case of hearing loss, treatment can begin more quickly. A child who cannot hear well cannot learn to speak well. Hearing and talking well is essential for connecting with other people. And to be able to learn.

The hearing test is usually done in the first week after birth. The hearing test is painless and only takes a few minutes. Your child hardly notices it and will probably continue to sleep.

How is it performed, and when?