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 each claim to ‘save lives’ through the removal of a foreign object in […]
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 […]
How to stay calm in case of a medical emergency with your child
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)
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 […]
Breath-holding episodes in babies and children
Wow, these kids of ours can really keep us on our toes! Is your baby a breath-holder? Have they turned blue or pale and held their breath for up to […]
