Nando's PERi-PERi Bag & Bake Product Review

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Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy
Nando's PERi-PERi Bag & Bake :
4.59 out of 5 based on 103 reviews.

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Today we’re bringing you the Nando’s PERi-PERi Bag & Bake review!

For the Nando’s PERi-PERi Bag & Bake review we sent MoM Members Nando’s PERi-PERi Bag & Bake in 2 x flavours (Lemon & Herb Extra Mild and Medium) to try at home with their families, then tell us what they thought.

NEW to supermarket shelves, Nando’s PERi-PERi Bag & Bake brings Nando’s love for PERi-PERi to your very own kitchen, so that mealtimes are much easier and more flavourful.

Whether you love just a slight touch of heat or enough to get your mouth tingling, Nando’s have got you covered with their Lemon & Herb (Extra Mild) and Medium PERi-PERi Bag & Bake flavours.

Nando’s Bag & Bake is the newest way to infuse your meal with Nando’s world-famous PERi-PERi. Each pack of Nando’s Bag & Bake comes with a parchment bag as well as a sachet of PERi-PERi spice, made from a combination of their own unique African Bird’s Eye Chilli, herbs, lemon and garlic.

Image of nando's peri-peri bag & bake lemon and herb for the nando's peri-peri bag & bake reviewNando’s PERi-PERi Bag & Bake contains:

  • No Artificial Preservatives
  • No Artificial Flavours
  • No Artificial Colours

It’s also:

  • Vegetarian
  • Halal Certified
  • Certified Kosher
  • Contains gluten

 

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One sachet is enough to infuse 500g of chicken (or your choice of meat and veggies) to give you and your family a PERi-fect meal in 3 Easy Steps!

1. Simply add your choice of meat or veggies (or both!) to the cooking bag.

2. Sprinkle in the PERi-PERi spice. Fold the bag along the edge and give it a gentle shake.

3. Lay it flat on a baking tray, making sure that none of your meat is lying on top of each other, then pop it in the oven for 30 minutes. It’s as easy as that! After 30 minutes, remove from the oven, tear the bag and revel in the masterpiece which you’ve created.

 

Where can I buy Nando’s PERi-PERi Bag & Bake?

Nando’s PERi-PERi Bag & Bake is available only at selected Woolworths stores nationally. It can be found in the spice aisle or online here.

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Published 1st September 2020


  • Lemon & Herb

    I really love the lemon & herb bag & bake by Nando’s. My husband and I both enjoyed the chicken I cooked in it and we are excited to make it again, I actually have another one ready to go.

    I enjoyed the burgers we made so much that I am tempted to just do the same again, but this would also be really good with rice or salad. There are so many great options to use this product.

    I personally thought it was amazing in homemade rolls with lettuce, tomato and cheese.

    We will happily keep making this one. It is super easy, convenient, delicious and versatile.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Loving the flavours and spices

    I really enjoyed both the Lemon and herb and the medium variety of Nandos Bag and Bake

    Bursting flavours of herbs and spices. I love how fresh the chicken tasted. I like that I can use Nandos bag and bake with fish and other meats. The meat was really tender and was marinated beautiful, this will definitely be added to my regular Woolworths shop.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Yum

    It was surprisingly delicious. It will end up being a regular in our house. With fussy children and husband it was something that everyone loved. I enjoyed both flavours but preferred the lemon flavour. I liked how it made it into an easy dinner and something I know my family will eat
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Medium Peri Peri

    The Nando’s Peri Peri Bag & Bake Medium was very tasty! It was spicy to the point that it made my lips quite tingly, but it tasted so good that I didn’t want to stop eating it. My husband loves spicy food so he was very happy to have the medium one.

    This is a convenient, quick and easy meal that is also versatile. It doesn’t make a mess of the tray or oven so it is really fast to tidy up once dinner is ready.

    I made burgers with our chicken but it would also be fantastic with rice or salad (or many other ways!)

    The instructions are simple, the meal is delicious and we were very happy.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Great flavour hack!

    I loved how easy and fast this was to use but must of all I loved how delicious it made chicken taste! I also used it on white fish for tacos and it was sublime, recommend highly!
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Lemon & Herb

    Nando’s Peri Peri Lemon & Herb is so delicious!

    I put 500g chicken in the bag, added the spice sachet, gave it a little shake and put it in the oven for 30 minutes. The chicken came out perfectly cooked and tasted absolutely delicious.

    The best things about this meal are: easy, convenient, quick, full of flavour and versatile.

    I would happily serve this chicken again. If my fussy children had been willing to try it, I am sure they would have enjoyed it too. I didn’t push too hard though because I wanted the leftovers. Haha.

    I recommended this product and I will happily purchase again. :)
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Simple & convenient

    Loved that it’s simple & convenient and no mess. I work with people with disability also and have inspired them to use the bag & bake for cooking
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Surprisingly delicious!

    I was prepared for this to be disappointing. I really love Nando’s and wasn’t sure this would be any good in comparison.

    We tried the Medium spice because my husband loves spicy food and I am not very good at handling hot stuff. We didn’t bother trying to feed it to the kids because they hate even a little spice.

    The instructions are simple and easy to follow, the cooking process is simple and fuss free, and the finished product is delicious.

    We used chicken and used it to make burgers for dinner. Husband and I were both fans. I am keen to try the mild spice now!
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Delish

    Was super yummy and a quick dinner
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Scrumptious quick and easy meal

    I absolutely loved the Nandos bag and bake. We used turkey breasts with the lemon and herb spice and beef sizzle steaks with the medium spice. I’ve always been a lemon n herb gal, so this was my favourite. I was amazed that in only 30 mins in the oven the steaks were juicy, succulent and so very flavoursome. Also so healthy and no mess. I will definitely be buying these regularly!
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Absolutely beautiful

    I tried the medium heat bag n bake about a month ago, I did it a little different though. Coated chicken breast fillets and did it in my airfryer, I followed all of the other instructions apart from the cooking method, and it came out beautiful, juicy and tender. Flavour was amazing, will definitely purchase it again. (Note: you can put the bag in the airfryer)
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Not a bad idea for a quick meal

    This product was really good. The meat was juicy and fresh and the whole meal was delicious and refreshing. The dressing was a bit tangy but complimented well with salad. My partner and I both enjoyed it and will definitely be purchasing this one again and we will be trying the different flavours. The kids were not 100% sold but over all would try again.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Peri peri bag and shake

    Delicious seasoning, altering how it is cooked but with almost the same simplicity works well too. Instead of cooking it in the bag, use the bag to shake the seasoning and flour mix over diced chicken pieces then pop them onto the deepfryer or air fryer and wallah, you have delicious seasoned popcorn chicken. I used the peri peri medium bag and bake for this and I would recommend for sure
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • A new favourite

    The Nando’s Bag & Bake is a new favourite in our house. We like to alternate between different spice levels. Definitely my favourite way to have it is as chicken burgers served with homemade chips.

    The Lemon & Herb extra mild flavour is delicious. It is not spicy at all so is the perfect option for kids to enjoy too. I love the flavour and it goes so well with homemade rolls to make chicken burgers.

    We need to try out some different ways to serve this chicken but it is so good in burgers and I can’t stop having it that way. Haha.

    It is quick and easy, versatile, delicious and a new favourite in our home.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Medium is yummy!

    As someone who isn’t very good with spicy food, I honestly thought the Nando’s Medium Bag & Bake was delicious! It made my lips feel tingly as I ate it but wasn’t overwhelming so I could eat it and enjoy it. My husband loves spicy food and he was happy with the level of spice in this meal.

    The Nando’s Bag & Bake is a fantastic meal option. There are so many options on what to cook in it, there is a spice level to suit everyone and it is so convenient.

    We have added this to our meal rotation and really enjoy it.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Lemon & Herb

    I really love the lemon & herb bag & bake by Nando’s. My husband and I both enjoyed the chicken I cooked in it and we are excited to make it again, I actually have another one ready to go.

    I enjoyed the burgers we made so much that I am tempted to just do the same again, but this would also be really good with rice or salad. There are so many great options to use this product.

    I personally thought it was amazing in homemade rolls with lettuce, tomato and cheese.

    We will happily keep making this one. It is super easy, convenient, delicious and versatile.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Easy and tasty!

    I loved the idea of a bag because normal seasoning sachets can be messy.

    The mild flavour was delicious! Our favourite. We love Nandos and being able to enjoy something similar was great. Next time we will cook it on the BBQ for the extra bit of flavour.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Loving the flavours and spices

    I really enjoyed both the Lemon and herb and the medium variety of Nandos Bag and Bake

    Bursting flavours of herbs and spices. I love how fresh the chicken tasted. I like that I can use Nandos bag and bake with fish and other meats. The meat was really tender and was marinated beautiful, this will definitely be added to my regular Woolworths shop.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Yum

    It was surprisingly delicious. It will end up being a regular in our house. With fussy children and husband it was something that everyone loved. I enjoyed both flavours but preferred the lemon flavour. I liked how it made it into an easy dinner and something I know my family will eat
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Nando’s peri peri bake BAG AND BAKE

    Delicious and amazing flavours. The kids absolutely loved these. I made a rice with veggies too as a side and a dollop of Greek Yoghurt. Will definitely be purchasing again.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Nando’s bag and bake

    Amazing amazing flavours and super easy and quick to prepare for my family. Definitely would recommend and would buy again too!
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Medium Peri Peri

    The Nando’s Peri Peri Bag & Bake Medium was very tasty! It was spicy to the point that it made my lips quite tingly, but it tasted so good that I didn’t want to stop eating it. My husband loves spicy food so he was very happy to have the medium one.

    This is a convenient, quick and easy meal that is also versatile. It doesn’t make a mess of the tray or oven so it is really fast to tidy up once dinner is ready.

    I made burgers with our chicken but it would also be fantastic with rice or salad (or many other ways!)

    The instructions are simple, the meal is delicious and we were very happy.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • 4 star great chicken

    when i received this product i was so exited to try. however the only downside was it says cook in electric oven only and i have gas. so never mind that. the spice comes separate from the bake bag, so i improvised and tuned my chicken into strips and made chicken strips on the stove top. it was yummy delish and i recommend to anyone whom has an electric oven not a gas one. kids loved it
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Nando chicken

    I have brought the lemon flavour a few times now. Get flavour the whole family loves. Highly recommend
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Great flavour hack!

    I loved how easy and fast this was to use but must of all I loved how delicious it made chicken taste! I also used it on white fish for tacos and it was sublime, recommend highly!
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Winner winner...

    As the saying goes, Winner winner chicken dinner! I sadly didn't receive a sample of this but when I saw it in the store I had to try. And boy did Nando’s Peri Peri Lemon & Herb not disappoint!

    All you have to do is put 500g chicken in the bag, add the spice sachet, Shake shake shake and put it in the oven for 30 minutes. The chicken was perfectly cooked and so juciy! Everyone in the family loved it and said it tasted yummy!

    Its so easy and full of flavour for any night of the week.

    I recommended this product to others and I will happily purchase again...and again and again!
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Lemon & Herb

    Nando’s Peri Peri Lemon & Herb is so delicious!

    I put 500g chicken in the bag, added the spice sachet, gave it a little shake and put it in the oven for 30 minutes. The chicken came out perfectly cooked and tasted absolutely delicious.

    The best things about this meal are: easy, convenient, quick, full of flavour and versatile.

    I would happily serve this chicken again. If my fussy children had been willing to try it, I am sure they would have enjoyed it too. I didn’t push too hard though because I wanted the leftovers. Haha.

    I recommended this product and I will happily purchase again. :)
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • Very tasty and delicious

    I was a bit cynical about how this product would work, placing chicken in the paper bag to cook it, but was pleasantly surprised that it worked so well. Very tasty and delicious for not too much effort. We love it and would buy again.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • From the husband mouth

    Sadly I couldn’t try this product because of the barley in it. But when I asked my husband he loved it and would like to have it for dinner again the chicken was moist and held the flavour well.
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy


  • A winner in our house

    Having a feed a fussy family that like nandos I thought why not so I gave it a try and my family loved it! We had it with chicken and we definitely will be buying this again in the future
    Nando's Bag & Bake is quick and easy to use
    I would recommend Nando’s Bag & Bake
    I would buy Nando’s Bag & Bake again (and again and again)
    I like that I can use Nando’s Bag & Bake with any type of chicken, meat, fish or veggies
    I like that I can choose a flavour and heat level that I know my family will enjoy

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Mother’s instinct is a funny thing. At home, we trust it without question. But put us in a hospital setting with an unwell child, surrounded by doctors, nurses and monitors, and suddenly we start doubting ourselves.

What if I’m overreacting?
What if I’ve got it wrong?

So we stay quiet, even when we know something just isn’t right with our child. I’ve been there myself – when my usually ‘tough’ son was doubled over with stomach pain. I was told in the emergency department that it probably wasn’t his appendix. But I knew he wouldn’t have begged me to take him to hospital unless it was serious. Because I know him better than anyone. Turns out, it was appendicitis.

It’s a really common place for parents to land. You’re grateful for the care your child is getting, but at the same time, you feel this huge responsibility to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.

Here’s the thing though: that instinct you’re feeling? It matters more than you might think.

Why your gut feeling matters more than you realise

According to Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital, Leticia Jackson, parents bring something to the hospital that no test or machine ever could.

“Parents often say they ‘just know’ when something isn’t quite right with their child, and in a hospital, that gut feeling is incredibly valuable,” she explains.

Leticia Jackson, Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital

While medical teams rely on observations, tests and equipment, parents know the little details. The way your child usually smiles. How they react when they’re tired. What’s normal for them.

So when something feels “off”, even if everything looks okay on paper, it can actually be an early warning sign.

“When parents trust those instincts and speak up, this creates a powerful partnership that can sometimes catch a problem before it becomes an emergency,” Leticia says.

Worried about speaking up? You’re not alone

A lot of parents hesitate about advocating for their child.

You don’t want to come across as difficult. You don’t want to question the people caring for your child. And sometimes, you just don’t feel confident enough to push the issue.

Leticia gets it.

“It is completely understandable for parents to feel hesitant,” she says. “No one wants to be seen as difficult or to second-guess the hardworking people caring for their child.”

But here’s a helpful way to look at it: you’re not challenging the medical team, you’re helping them.

Parents are the constant. Staff change shifts, care for multiple patients, and rely on snapshots of information. You’re there the whole time, noticing the subtle changes.

“Our medical team doesn’t view a concerned parent as overreactive, but as a partner,” Leticia explains. “Your voice matters.”

Remember, we know our children better than anyone.

What to do if you’re worried: the Raise It process

If you’re in a NSW public hospital or health service and you’re worried about you or your child’s condition getting worse, there is a clear process you can follow called Raise It.

Raise It is designed to help patients, carers and family members get help fast if they’re worried about a change in their loved one’s condition.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Talk: Start by speaking to a nurse, midwife, doctor or health worker about your concerns.
  2. Ask: Still worried? Ask to speak to the nurse or midwife in charge and request a Clinical Review.
  3. Call: If you’re still concerned, you can escalate further using the Raise It process to get urgent attention from a senior health worker.

You don’t need medical knowledge. You don’t need to be certain. If you feel something isn’t right, or your child is getting worse, Raise It. You just need to speak up.

What should you actually look out for?

Sometimes it’s not one big, obvious sign. It can be small, subtle changes that just don’t sit right.

Things like:

  • Changes in breathing (fast, laboured or noisy)
  • Skin looking pale, mottled, or developing unusual rashes
  • Your child being unusually drowsy, floppy, or hard to wake
  • Confusion or behaviour that’s out of character
  • Pain that isn’t improving with treatment
  • Or simply that feeling that your child is getting worse

And sometimes, it’s just that gut feeling you can’t explain.

That’s enough.

“You are helping us, not bothering us”

If there’s one message Leticia wants parents to take away, it’s that you aren’t bothering the medical team, you’re helping them.

“In my years as a Nurse Unit Manager, I can say with absolute certainty that many critical changes in a child’s condition have been identified first by a parent. While our clinical staff are highly skilled at performing regular observations and interpreting data, parents are the only constant presence who truly know their child’s baseline behaviour, personality, and what is normal for them.

“I have seen numerous instances where a parent’s insistence that their child is “just not themselves” – despite vital signs appearing relatively stable – has prompted a deeper clinical review that uncovered everything from early signs of sepsis to a life-threatening respiratory crisis.”

The Raise It process exists because healthcare teams know how important parents are in keeping children safe.

“Speaking up doesn’t mean you don’t trust the team,” she says. “It means you’re partnering with us to make sure nothing gets missed.”

And if you’re still worried about being judged?

“Whether your concern turns out to be something or nothing, your instinct to raise it is always valid.”

Find out more, visit health.nsw.gov.au/raiseit

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  • As a parent of a child with cystic fibrosis, I’ve learned to trust my gut when something doesn’t feel right. We’ve had a few experiences where we’ve needed to go through different channels to raise concerns or frustrations with the hospital system to make sure our daughter got the care she needed. It’s great to see programs like this encouraging families to speak up, because parents often know when something isn’t quite right.

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  • As a parent of a child with cystic fibrosis, I’ve learned to trust my gut when something doesn’t feel right. We’ve had a few experiences where we’ve needed to go through different channels to raise concerns or frustrations with the hospital system to make sure our daughter got the care she needed. It’s great to see programs like this encouraging families to speak up, because parents often know when something isn’t quite right.

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  • This is so true from my experience over the years.
    No matter how wonderful the medical team is, if you have any doubts speak up as a mother knows her child better than anyone.

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  • Yes and amen to this article ! I agree with always follow your gut, you know your child like no one else does. In fact you are your child’s expert and should never stop advocating for them or speaking up. Sometimes professionals are very good in waving concerns away, all it takes is a human who listens

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  • Even as a healthcare professional, when I took my soon to the ED when I was concerned, I felt awkward about speaking up, worried I was making a big deal out of nothing (even though i would never tjink this about a patient’s family if the roles were reversed). The message in this article is so important. Always stick to your guns. Always speak up and advocate for your kids – they can’t do it for themselves.

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  • And honestly, some medical staff are idiots. I vividly remember the night two doctors huddled over my son’s lung x-rays. I hadn’t been allowed to accompany him to have them taken as I was pregnant. They finally told me solemnly that they were preparing to do emergency surgery as there was something in his lungs – “we don’t know what it is, but it’s definitely man made”. I took one look at the x-rays and asked if they’d taken off the battery packs for his cochlear implants, which were pinned to the back of his shirt, before the x-ray. And of course they hadn’t, and of course that’s what appeared to be in his lungs. Honestly!

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  • We need more articles like this one. It is important for us to advocate for ourselves and our loved ones in any situation and work with professionals.

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  • I have learned many times to always listen to your gut and speak up when you don’t think something is right. This article was a great read, our kids are our world and if we don’t feel they are getting the right help, and we feel it, we need to speak up.

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  • You should never second guess yourself when it comes to yours or your childs health- or anyones for that matter. Go with your thoughts. It is natural to want to protect a loved one especially when it comes to health situations, and the feeling you get when you think you didnt do enough to advocate or fight for them…it is not a kind or nice way to feel. Many people have ended up being heartbroken and picking up pieces for years because of feeling they didnt do enough.

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  • A very good and informative article. I have read so many stories about mums just knowing when things are not right and demanding second and third opinions until they got the right answer. Sometimes mums just know. It is our job as care takers of our families. Listen to your gut!

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  • Years ago, I spoke up for my 14-year-old daughter, but my concerns weren’t fully listened to. I’ve always wished I had pushed harder. She was sent home without much testing, and two days later, she passed away.
    So, if you ever have concerns—no matter how minor—please speak up and keep advocating. Trust your instincts; they are there for a reason.

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  • This is so important for parents to know how to raise it further if they don’t think their child is receiving the medical support they need! I know this article refers to the NSW system but other systems have similar procedures just with different names. I know in QLD it’s called Ryan’s Rule.

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  • It’s so important to follow your gut instincts and express your concerns indeed. I have never hesitated to advocate for my children in various situations and I don’t care what other people think about it. Not all doctors and medical staff appreciate it when you question them, I’ve experienced that it may result in angry indignant responses.

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  • How true this is! While nurses and doctors are the medical professionals doing their job on the daily, we know our children better than anyone and what is ‘normal’ for them. I would always speak up if I had noticed any changes in my child’s health and encourage other parents to do so too. No question is silly!

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  • This really is such an important issue and a good topic to discuss with people, I am often surprised that people are worried about being judged. This is not something I care about; the priority is for the care and health of everyone is my family. Parents know their children and need to work with health professionals for the best outcomes for their children.

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  • This is such an important issue to raise, and no one should ever feel ashamed, nervous or that they are being OTT for advocating for their kids, themselves or loves ones in hospital. In QLD we have Ryan’s Rule. A three step process where your concern will be escalated if they believe the patients condition isn’t improving or is worsening.

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  • I have never been afraid to advocate for my children and partner and extended family and also friends. It is so important to listen and to trust intuition. When people have not listened, I have persevered and kept on with insisting on care and making sure they truly listened and took action.

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