British police have released a picture of a newborn baby found in a bag in a park in the Stechford area of Birmingham as they search for her mother.

The 6lb baby, who has been named Jade by hospital staff, has been described as 'alert, happy and contented' as she continues to recover.

She was named after the dog whose walker found her in a community park off Stuarts Road on Thursday. West Midlands Police released the photo and a video clip of Jade, as they stepped up efforts to locate her family.

Birmingham East Police Chief Inspector Ian Green, said "It is fantastic news that baby Jade is recovering well in hospital. I’m told she’s very alert and a contented happy baby. She's doing well and should make a full recovery over the next couple of days - but of course what she really needs is to be in her mother's arms".

"I’d urge Jade’s mum to make contact with us...so we can reunite them and get her medical attention and emotional support."

Officers have carried out extensive house-to-house enquiries around the park and have checked regional hospitals, medical centres and care homes.

The towel that Jade was wrapped in, along with the carrier bag she was in, have been sent away for fast-track forensic examination. Police also hope DNA samples taken from the child will help identify her parents.

Inspector Green added "Paediatricians have confirmed the baby was lucky to be found when she was as even just a few more hours exposed to the elements could have had fatal consequences. Thankfully, we now know she's safe and well - and our priority is very much on finding her mum to ensure her safety and to provide whatever support she needs".

Officers are keen to hear from people who were in the park on Thursday and may have seen somebody with a carrier bag from The Entertainer toy shop.

The child's mother, or anyone with information about the birth, is urged to call West Midlands Police.