Private Paediatrician in London for Children's Health
Children's Health Clinic in London
We help with baby checks, feeding, sleep, fever, cough, rashes, allergies, growth, behaviour, and development for babies, children, and young people with routine and non-emergency concerns.
Our children's health appointments are designed to help parents understand what may be happening, what to look out for, and what to do next — with clear guidance and written advice where needed.
Who This Service Is For
This service is for parents who want expert help with their child's health, whether that be reassurance, answers, or a clear next step. LIPS can help with a wide range of routine and non-emergency concerns, including:
LIPS childrens health service is designed around two main needs: routine children's health appointments; and acute problems that are not emergencies.
Parents often come to us when they are worried about symptoms such as fever, cough, eczema, rashes, allergies, blocked nose, feeding problems, poor weight gain, behavioural changes, or developmental concerns. We are here to help you understand what may be happening and what to do next.
Baby checks and support for parents
The first year with a baby can bring lots of questions. Even when everything seems fine, many parents want reassurance, clear advice, and the chance to talk through any concerns.
Our baby checks and follow-up appointments are here to support you in the early months of your child's life.
These appointments can help with:
- Feeding
- Sleep
- Skin care
- Growth
- Development
- Hearing and eye checks
- General questions from parents
- Knowing when to seek urgent help
These appointments are not only for when something is wrong. They can also be helpful if you want guidance, reassurance, and expert support as your baby grows and develops.
We know that many parents, especially first-time parents, want to feel confident that their baby is doing well and to understand what to look out for as they grow. Our aim is to give you the time, support, and advice you need.
Common Concerns We Can Help With
Feeding and growth
If your baby is not feeding well, seems unsettled during feeds, is eating poorly, or you are worried about weight gain, we can help assess the situation and advise on the next step.
Sleep
Sleep concerns are very common, especially in babies and younger children. If your child is waking often, crying a lot at night, struggling to settle, or developing difficult sleep habits, we can help you talk through your concerns and understand what to do next.
Skin concerns, rashes and eczema
We can help with common skin concerns in babies and children, including dry skin, eczema, and some non-emergency rashes. We offer practical advice on what may be normal, what may need treatment, and when a rash needs closer attention.
Fever, cough and common illnesses
Fever and cough are among the most common reasons parents seek advice. We help parents understand when to monitor symptoms, when to worry, and when further help may be needed.
Allergies and ENT concerns
We also help with allergies and common ear, nose and throat (ENT) concerns, such as a blocked nose that is not getting better. These problems can be worrying for parents and uncomfortable for children, even when they are not emergencies.
Behaviour and development
Some parents come to us because they are worried about their child's behaviour, attention, communication, or whether their child is developing as expected. We can assess the concern and help guide you towards the right next step, including further support if needed.
What to expect at your appointment
At LIPS, we want every appointment to feel helpful, clear, and worth your time. Before your appointment, we may ask about your child's symptoms, your main concerns, and what you are hoping the appointment will help with. This helps us understand your child's needs and make sure the appointment is the right fit for your family.
During the appointment, this may include:
- A paediatric assessment
- Vital signs
- Time to talk through your concerns
- Hearing and eye checks where appropriate
- Growth checks
- Advice on what to do next
- Written guidance where appropriate
- Discussion on feeding, sleep, behaviour, or development
Our aim is to help you leave with a clearer understanding of your child's health, what to look out for, and what the next step should be.
When This Service May Not Be Right?
This service is for routine and non-emergency concerns. We want to make this clear so children are seen in the right place and parents know what to expect.
LIPS children's health service may not be suitable for:
- Emergencies
- Burns or injuries
- A non-blanching rash
- Some safeguarding concerns
- Children who are too unwell for an outpatient appointment
- Unwell babies under 6 months
- Complex problems that need hospital care or input from several specialist teams
Unwell babies under 6 months are usually better assessed in hospital, where they can get the urgent care and monitoring they may need. Our aim is to help families get to the right setting without delay.
Routine baby checks from 7 days onward may still be suitable.
If your child is seriously unwell, has worrying symptoms, or you feel they need urgent care, please seek emergency medical help straight away.
Why Parents Choose This Kind Of Care
Many parents choose private paediatric care because they want more time, clear advice, and a better understanding of what is happening with their child. They are often looking for:
More Time To Talk Through Their Concerns
Clear Answers In Simple, Reassuring Language
Practical Advice They Can Use At Home
Written Guidance They Can Come Back To Later
Help Knowing When To Worry And When To Keep Monitoring Symptoms
A Clear Idea Of What To Do Next