We often talk about water safety especially in the summer months when our little ones are much more likely to be around swimming pools, paddling pools and beaches. Drowning prevention week helped to shine a spotlight on how to keep our children safe in and around...
Who doesn’t love a parent hack?! Anything to make our lives just that little bit easier, right? Here are our favourite summer hacks to make life with little ones easier during the warmer months… In the garden Put a fitted sheet over your paddling pool over...
This week is Cervical Screening Awareness Week. According to the NHS nearly a third of women and people with a cervix haven’t attended their latest smear test. NHS England are calling for people to come forward for this potentially life-saving free test. What happens...
Top tips for keeping cool! There seem to be two temperatures in this country: cold or boiling hot! Summer has appeared out of nowhere and we’ve been plunged into a heat wave with no time to acclimatise! It’s fair to say most of us are struggling a bit with this sudden...
Would you know what to do if your child choked, swallowed something they shouldn’t have, hit their head, was burned, had a seizure or fell unconscious? Would you know how to recognise the early stages of meningitis or a severe allergic reaction? No parent wants to...
with MyBump2Baby We have teamed up with MyBump2Baby to give you this fantastic podcast all about toddler safety within the home. Once your little one is on the move a whole new world opens up to them and that, unfortunately, brings with it a whole host of potential...
This week is Weaning Week so we’re talking all things weaning! We are excited to part of the fantastic event that is taking place in the Weaning Week Facebook group. Click here to gain access to loads of amazing talks and advice from industry experts (including us!)....
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the digestive system and can lead to damage to the small intestine. It is caused by a reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. If left untreated, it can cause malnutrition, growth problems,...
Are you planning a holiday abroad this year? Travelling with young children can be stressful – especially if you experience delays. Here are our Daisy First Aid top tips for travelling with kids! 1 - Allow extra time for almost everything Things take longer with...
It’s not nice seeing your child unwell but it’s important to remember that your child getting a bug isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In many (not all) illnesses, exposure is necessary in order for the immune system to be able to protect them. That said, it can be...
Weaning your baby is an exciting time but we’re asked about allergies more and more in our classes so this week, as it’s Allergy Awareness Week, we thought we’d talk all about the best way to introduce allergens to your baby’s diet. Please note: if you have a history...
April is #bowelcancerawarenessmonth so on this week’s blog we’re talking all about the symptoms to look out for. Did you know there are 5 main symptoms of the disease we should all be aware of? According to Bowel Cancer UK, someone dies of bowel cancer every 30...
In Partnership with The Baby Show Manchester 14-16th April 2023 Daisy First Aid are so excited to bring you this amazing SPRING SAVER offer where you can get two tickets for £16* with a FREE Baby Show goody bag in association with Project Baby Magazine, worth over...
Everyone has a good idea of how they want their birth to go by the time their due date is approaching but we all know that sometimes not everything goes to plan so it’s a good idea to know what to expect should things change. Whether you’re having a planned C-section...
If you’re a parent of a toddler you’ll probably have experienced a tantrum or meltdown of some description by now. It can be hard to stay calm and not get frustrated when your child is having a meltdown about something seemingly small so on this week’s blog we’re...
One of the subjects we cover in our 2-hour parent and carer first aid classes is anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. It’s a fast acting so being able to spot it quickly is vital. Any allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis,...
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a condition where the ball and socket joint of the hip doesn’t form properly. Did you know…? Approximately 1 in 10 newborn infants have hip instability. That means the hips can be wiggled in the socket because of loose...
Hi everyone, I’m Clare Maddalena. I set up LushTums way back in 2007, about 16 years ago when my first child was about 6 months old and I was going back to work. Clare Maddalena from LushTums How LushTums Yoga started I’d been teaching yoga for 3 or 4 years already...
Soon after your baby is born, you will be asked whether you would like them to have a vitamin K supplement. What is vitamin K? Vitamin K is a vitamin the body needs for blood clotting and to prevent abnormal bleeding. Vitamin K is found in many foods, especially green...
In partnership with The Baby Show If you’re pregnant or a parent of a tiny baby it won’t be long before your baby is on the move. They’ll be crawling, cruising, climbing and walking. They’ll be reaching and grabbing and exploring as much of the world around...
Hello, I'm Sarah, I’m the local Daisy First Trainer for Loughborough and surrounding areas. Here are 5 things about me… Why I became a Daisy First Aid Trainer…. Going back to work after having children has been tough. I work as a nurse and found the long shifts,...
Anaphlaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that requires an immediate medical response. It affects the airway, breathing and/or circulation and can be fatal. Some of the common triggers of anaphylaxis include dairy, tree nuts, peanuts, sesame and...
In honour of Children’s Mental Heath Week, this week on the blog we’re lookingat ways we can help our little ones relax if they’re feeling worried or anxious. Looking after our mental health is as important as looking after our physical health and teaching our...
Are you expecting your second child? Are you worried about how your firstborn will react to the new arrival? If so, you are not alone. It’s completely understandable to be concerned about the impact a new baby could have on your little one. All they’ve ever known is...