Your First Aid Trainer

28/12/2025

Progress doesn’t have to mean burnout. In 2026, rest, self-compassion, and asking for help are achievements too. When we look after our minds, everything else becomes more manageable.

How will you prioritise your mental health in 2026?

24/12/2025

Wishing all of you a Christmas filled with kindness, understanding, and moments of rest. However you’re spending the festive season, remember to look after yourself and check in on those around you.

Take care of yourself, and each other, this Christmas. 🎄

23/12/2025

Kellie’s story shows the real impact of Mental Health First Aid in everyday life. 💚

By noticing the signs and having the courage to start a conversation, she created a safe space for her housemate to open up during a difficult time. With the right training, Kellie was able to listen, support, and guide her housemate towards professional help.

This is the power of Mental Health First Aid, recognising when something isn’t right, starting a meaningful conversation, and helping someone get the support they need.

Watch Kellie’s story here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05Of9SLV5pg

Kellie shares her heartfelt experience of using Mental Health First Aid skills to support her housemate during a difficult time. Noticing something was wrong...

21/12/2025

The festive season isn’t easy for everyone. Behind the smiles, many Australians are dealing with grief, financial stress, burnout, or simply doing their best to get through the day. We don’t always see what others are carrying.

This Christmas, let’s choose kindness, patience, and understanding. A small gesture can mean more than we realise. 💙

19/12/2025

The festive season is full of joy, food, and fun; but it can also bring unexpected accidents and emergencies. From kitchen burns and slips to allergic reactions and stress, being prepared makes all the difference.

Check your first aid kit, refresh your skills, watch for hazards, and support the wellbeing of your family, friends, and colleagues. Small steps in preparation can save lives!

Want to feel confident in any emergency? Book a First Aid or Mental Health First Aid course today and be ready to act when it matters most: yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au/book

16/12/2025

Social media restrictions for young Australians have now come into effect, and for many under 16, this will be a significant change. Some will take it in their stride, while others may feel unsettled, distressed, or unsure how to manage the shift.

We can provide you with a practical guidance resource designed to help adults recognise when a young person might need support, and how to respond with calm, confidence and care.

If you’d like the FREE resource booklet, click here: https://link.yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au/sp/fd53ddb2954

If you’re looking to build deeper skills to support young people, you’re welcome to join one of our Youth Mental Health First Aid courses. These programs equip you to identify early signs of mental health challenges and offer effective, evidence-based first-line support.

Book your MHFA course here: https://yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au/book/

14/12/2025

🎄The holiday season can be a time of joy, connection, and celebration; but it can also bring stress, pressure, and emotional ups and downs.

It’s important to prioritise your mental health and recognise when you or someone around you might need support.

Learn practical skills to support yourself and others by enrolling in a Mental Health First Aid course today.

🛎️ Book your course here: https://yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au/book/

13/12/2025

Social media restrictions for young Australians have now come into effect, and for many under 16, this will be a significant change. Some will take it in their stride, while others may feel unsettled, distressed, or unsure how to manage the shift.

We can provide you with a practical guidance resource designed to help adults recognise when a young person might need support, and how to respond with calm, confidence and care.

If you’d like the FREE resource booklet, click here: https://link.yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au/sp/cd05dd029f8

If you’re looking to build deeper skills to support young people, you’re welcome to join one of our Youth Mental Health First Aid courses. These programs equip you to identify early signs of mental health challenges and offer effective, evidence-based first-line support.

Book your MHFA course here: https://yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au/book/

10/12/2025

Allergic reactions can start small; hives, swelling, itching, but can quickly escalate into anaphylaxis, a life-threatening emergency.

Knowing how to recognise the signs, when to call for help, and how to use an adrenaline auto-injector can make all the difference. Confidence comes from preparation, and preparation comes from proper training.

Whether you're a parent, carer, educator, or simply someone who wants to be ready, first aid skills empower you to act fast and effectively when every second counts.

👉 Take the step. Learn the skills. Save a life.
To learn more and book a training, email: germaine@yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au

07/12/2025

Write down everything that’s sitting on your mind. The worries, ideas, to-dos, and tangled thoughts.

Getting it out of your head and onto paper gives you space to breathe.

Then take a step back.

A fresh look can bring clarity, calm, and a better way forward. 🌿

02/12/2025

Today we recognise the strength, talent, and contribution of people with disability across our communities. It’s a reminder to champion inclusion, remove barriers, and create environments where everyone can participate fully and safely.

Whether at home, work, school, or in our neighbourhoods; accessibility, respect, and understanding matter. Let’s all play a part in building a fairer, more inclusive Australia. ✨

30/11/2025

Believe that the universe is friendly and that life is here for you, not against you.

Every experience, challenge, and opportunity exists to help you grow, learn, and thrive.

By trusting the journey and taking care of yourself, you create space for hope, balance, and peace of mind. 🌿