Parents! Everything you need to know about ticks
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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?
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Have you seen anything on social media about these devices? There are a few different brands, and each claim to ‘save lives’ through the removal of a foreign object in […]
Easy ways for parents to help a teething baby
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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
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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!
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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
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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
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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.
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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 […]
How to stay calm in case of a medical emergency with your child
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Even just the thought of a medical emergency happening to your little one is enough to send you into a hot sweat… let alone something actually happening. If this resonates […]
Five myths about febrile seizures (and what parents can do instead)
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Febrile seizures, or febrile convulsions, are the most common type of seizures that can happen to babies and children. This blog will talk you through some common myths, and the […]