In my opinion, having a newborn tested for hearing loss is paramount. However, this happens to be one of the most neglected health concerns for children. Thus, hearing screening is critical before it is too late for you to discover that your newborn suffers from hearing loss. Audiologists recommend that newborn hearing test should be conducted regularly to prevent hearing loss. Signs of hearing loss in infants vary by age. For example: A newborn baby with hearing loss may not startle when a loud noise sounds nearby. Older infants, who should be responding to familiar voices, may show no reaction when spoken to.