Parents! Everything you need to know about ticks
As the weather warms up (apparently), and our children spend more time playing outdoors, it’s important to be aware of the little hitchhikers that might like join them—ticks. If you […]
Anti- choking devices: what are they and do I need one?
Have you seen anything on social media about these devices? There are a few different brands, and claim to ‘save lives’ through the removal of a foreign object in case […]
Easy ways for parents to help a teething baby
Q. What is unpredictable, with no real time frame, makes your baby a world-class drooler, and gets everyone feeling a bit cranky?? A. Teething! It’s uncomfortable for the bub and […]
Q & A series: Grapes
The lowdown on why whole grapes are such a risky food. On Instagram I have recently invited parents to ask me any general baby and toddler first aid or safety […]
Bonfire Safety. Remember, remember!
Are you heading off to see some fireworks this weekend? Have a quick read of this before you head out so you feel prepared on how to keep your child […]
Bath toys: The dark side to your rubber ducky
Wow… that sounds like the title of a badly scripted toddler horror movie! But if you have a rubber ducky, or any type of squirty bath toy in your bath, […]
Halloween safety tips for young children
For some children, Halloween is a really exciting time. If you have children who are keen for a bit of Trick or Treating this year, there are a few really […]
Secondary drowning, delayed drowning?! Let’s clear some things up.
Every now and again, a frightful story is shared on social media or in the news about a child who experienced an episode of secondary or delayed drowning. This blog […]