Mini First Aid Edinburgh & the Lothians

04/02/2026

Are you a parent or carer in East Lothian?

📣 Calling all parents and caregivers in East Lothian

If you’re pregnant, newly navigating parenthood or already juggling it all, this is the chance to:
👉🏼discover trusted local baby and family businesses
👉🏼ask questions face-to-face (without committing to anything)
👉🏼get ideas, support and reassurance from people who get it
👉🏼ask questions you don’t want to google at 2am
👉🏼find support you didn’t even know existed in your community
👉🏼take ideas, suggestions and reassurance home to consider
👉🏼book your next appointment or block of sessions on the day
👉🏼compare services in one visit instead of endless scrolling

🎟️ Tickets are free (book online to attend)
📍Aubigny Spprts Centre, Haddington
🗓️Sunday 22nd February 2026

▶️ No pressure to buy
▶️ No long talks (unless you want to)
▶️ Just real, nearby business you might genuinely need
…all in one place

Find the booking link to Eventbrite in the comments.

04/02/2026

THIS IS HAPPENING TOMORROW!

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-safe-weaning-choking-response-workshop-tickets-1977507862249?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/02/2026

One of our favourite classes to teach is the Kids class. We always finding it amazing how much they take in!

Next generation of life savers ⛑️

Thank you for asking us along First Step Community Project Musselburgh 💚

03/02/2026

💚CLOSING DATE 28th FEBRUARY💚

RECRUITING
Would you like a rewarding career teaching first aid classes?
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Due to expanding we are recruiting an additional freelance trainer to deliver a range or first aid classes across Edinburgh and the Lothians.

If you are interested check out the following information.😊💚.
⭐The most important thing is that you are a great communicator who is passionate about the importance of first aid and a willingness to learn as full training and induction can be given.
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Ideally (but not essential)you will have (or must be willing to undertake):
Qualifications -
- First Aid at Work qualification
- Paediatric first aid qualification
- Teaching qualification level 3
- Safeguarding training

Essential:
-Must have a driving license and be able to travel to locations across Edinburgh & the Lothians
-Must have a current PVG check (can be completed if necessary).
-Happy to deliver a range of courses that we provide including our 2 hour first aid class for parents, classes for children and qualification courses.
-Be a clear and confident communicator.
-Flexible. This role includes weekend working and can include some evenings.
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Desirable:
• Background in teaching, nursing/midwifery, first aid or medical is ideal but not essential.
• Experience in delivering first aid or other training is desirable but not essential.
In return you’ll receive excellent rates of pay - to be discussed depending on experience and qualifications.
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• Please Note - This role is on a freelance basis. You will be responsible for your own tax, national insurance, and freelance first aid instructor insurance.
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Please email your CV and cover letter explaining a little bit about yourself to lyndsey@minifirstaid.co.uk to apply.

01/02/2026

January was actually only 31 days (I know it felt much longer!!!). However, we managed to train ALOT of people!
- 86 parents & carers at either our open classes or in their homes
- 28 football coaches for
- 45 people Workplace First Aid Kidzeco in the Community Home-Start West Lothian Peartree NurseryCramond Playgroup and many individuals (nanny’s, childminders etc).

What an amazing month!! Well done everyone!

We hope you enjoyed our fun, diverse and interactive training.

Now to think about February 🤔

30/01/2026

NOT LONG NOW ‼️

🍼🥕 Safe Weaning & Choking Workshop (Online)

Next week we are running an amazing workshop around weaning. Something we get asked about a lot in classes!

Feeling unsure about starting solids or worried about choking? Join us for this one-hour online workshop designed to build confidence and keep little ones safe.

📅 5th February
⏰ 7–8pm
💷 £15 per couple

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-safe-weaning-choking-response-workshop-tickets-1977507862249?aff=oddtdtcreator

👩‍⚕️ Kat Maxwell, Registered Dietitian
🚑 Lyndsey Anderson, Mini First Aid Edinburgh & the Lothians

✨ What we’ll cover:
• When your baby is ready to wean
• First foods, textures & family meals
• Nutrients, allergies & foods to avoid
• Gagging vs choking – what’s normal and what’s not
• How to recognise choking
• What to do if a baby is choking (advise had changed so good to get a refresher)
• next steps

💛 Ideal for parents, carers & grandparents.
🎟️ Book now and feel confident feeding safely and responding in an emergency.

Please note: the online link to join the workshop will be sent to all attendees on the 2nd February 💚

Join our online workshop to learn safe weaning tips and how to handle choking in babies —really practical & essential information!

28/01/2026

Confirmed case numbers of measles in the UK have stabilised in the last 12-months, but there has undoubtedly been a resurgence of measles around the world in recent years.

After reaching the highest number of cases recorded annually for over a decade in 2024, numbers stabilised in 2025 at around 950 recorded cases. Most of the cases in the UK have been in children under the age of 10 years with many outbreaks linked to nurseries and schools.

There’s no specific medical treatment for measles, so it’s important to get vaccinated as it’s the best protection against becoming seriously unwell. Swipe through for a reminder about what measles is and how to prevent or deal with an infection.

Please speak to your GP if you have concerns about vaccinations 💚

27/01/2026

We often hear these from small business owners:

“We’re too small to need first aid training”

“It’s unlikely to happen here”

“We just need one trained first aider”

The reality?

Having only one trained first aider can leave your business exposed during sickness, holidays, or unexpected absences.

Practical, real-world first aid training helps everyone feel ready to act, anytime, anywhere.

Which of these have you heard before — or believed yourself?

Email us at lyndsey@minifirstaid.co.uk to arrange a group booking or check out our website to book on individuals:

https://edinburgh.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/workplace-first-aid-courses

26/01/2026

As trainers we all have to complete our first aid qualification every 3 years too.

Lyndsey headed along to Mini First Aid Glasgow to do a Paediatric First Aid yesterday. ⛑️

💚Vicky’s friendly, welcoming and fun nature encouraged the group to learn new skills in an interactive and fun way 👏

25/01/2026

🌟 We are excited to be part of the Bumpz 2 Babiez Collective with Kidzeco in the Community and other amazing local businesses 🌟

A warm, relaxed and genuinely welcoming weekly programme at the Bumpz 2 Babiez Café in Kidz ’n’ Kin, Livingston. Every Thursday, they open our doors to parents who are expecting or have wee ones aged 0–23 months and now a brilliant group of local businesses have come together to offer supportive, nurturing sessions designed to carry you from pregnancy through early parenthood. Come every week or just pick the sessions that feel right for you — this space is yours.

The first session kicks off next Thursday, 29 January, with a Crafting for Wellbeing workshop led by Toni from Kidzeco. Enjoy an introduction to crochet, learn a few simple stitches, and even have a go at making your own star keyring.

Every week brings something new, but the vibe never changes: relaxed, welcoming, free and social.

If you’d like to join us, just book your space here: www.bookwhen.com/kidzeco

21/01/2026

Weaning shouldn’t feel confusing or stressful.

If you’re constantly questioning what to feed, when to start, or worrying you’re doing it wrong - you’re not alone. But guesswork during weaning can knock your confidence fast and turn meals into a daily source of anxiety.

You don’t need more opinions.
You need clear, practical guidance that helps you feel calm, confident, and in control from the very start.

I’ve got something that shows you exactly how to wean with confidence—no overwhelm, no mixed messages, just what actually works.

If you want to wean confidently, comment WEANING 👇

20/01/2026

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