Daisy First Aid Ely and surrounding areas

15/11/2025

Being a mum is hard.
You have to...
- Make sure your kids are happy and healthy
- Get the kids to all their activities on time
- Make sure everyone has clean clothes
- Cook nutritious food
- Remember to take the correct stuff to school/nursery on the correct day
- Have a clean, tidy house
- Make sure there is food in the cupboards
- Be a good friend/wife/daughter
- Do your job well
- Get enough sleep
- Eat healthily
- Not shout at the kids
- Not shout at your partner
- Be a good role model
- Take care of your kid’s emotional wellbeing
- Set up play dates
- Buy present and arrange to attend birthday
- Read all the school/nursery admin
- Take your kids to the dentist
- Carry the invisible mental load
The list goes on and on... do you ever feel like you're doing everything really badly?!
We're here to tell you that you're not. That this is hard and it's okay to find it hard because it's a lot.
Making time for yourself should be at the top of that to-do list because it will help with all the rest.
TAG a mum friend to let her know what an incredible job she's doing.

14/11/2025

Could you spot the symptoms of diabetes in your child?
If type 1 diabetes is left undiagnosed, it can get really serious, really quickly. But knowing the signs can avoid a medical emergency and save lives.
Knowing the 4Ts can help you spot the four most common signs of type 1 diabetes in both adults and children, and they’re really easy to remember:
Toilet – Going for a wee more often.
Thirsty – Non-stop thirst and drinking more than usual.
Tired – Feeling more tired and having less energy than usual.
Thinner – Unexplained weight loss.
If you are concerned about your child please take them to see a GP as soon as possible.
For more information visit diabetes.org.uk
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13/11/2025

Cellulitis is skin infection that’s treated with antibiotics.
It can become serious if it’s not treated quickly.
Swipe for symptoms and what to do if you suspect your child has cellulitis.
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12/11/2025

Today is World Kindness Day so we though we’d think about kind things we’d have liked to have heard when we our babies were tiny.
What else what you add?
What’s the kindest thing someone said to you when you were navigating those early days with a newborn?
Let us know in the comments.

11/11/2025

On this Remembrance Day, we honour the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice so that we, and our children, could grow up in peace.
History reminds us that we must learn, remember, and teach our little ones the values of empathy, understanding, and acceptance.
Peace isn’t promised; it’s protected every day by how we choose to live and love.
Remembrance is how we honour those who made it possible and learning from the past is how we ensure history never repeats itself.

10/11/2025

Around 3 babies a week still tragically die from SIDS — but many of these deaths could be prevented if all parents knew safer sleep guidelines.
Yes, co-sleeping absolutely is safe and can make those sleepless nights a little easier - but only when done the right way.
The key is to plan ahead, not drift off accidentally without a safe sleep setup.
Safe co-sleeping tips:
• Keep pillows & bedding away from baby’s head 👶
• Always place baby on their back
• No pets or other children in the bed
• Make sure baby can’t fall, get wedged, or trapped
• Never leave baby alone in an adult bed
Do NOT co-sleep if:
• You’ve had alcohol, drugs, or medication that makes you drowsy
• You or anyone in the bed smokes
• Baby was premature or under 2.5kg
Never fall asleep with your baby on a sofa or armchair — this increases the risk of SIDS by 50 times.
Let’s keep our little ones safe while staying close
For full guidance check our friends

08/11/2025

Parenting is beautiful… and exhausting.
You can love your children more than anything in the world and still feel tired, touched out or overwhelmed.
Both can be true.
It’s okay to admit you’re exhausted. It doesn’t make you ungrateful, it makes you human.
Let’s remind each other that feeling things doesn’t mean we’re failing; it means we’re doing it all.
Sending love to every tired parent out there tonight - you’re doing an amazing job.

07/11/2025

East Cambs Child and Family Centres are running a dads group in November.

We used a number of dads groups around Ely when our twins were smaller. Being a Dad has its challenges and its always good to spend time with your children but also meet up with other dads.

We still have spaces available on our Dads group running on
Saturday 15th November.

'Our Bodies' themed stay and play. Please call 📱or message to book your space!

07/11/2025

Just when your baby was starting to sleep for longer periods… BAM! Night wakings, nap refusal and daytime fussiness takes over!
At around 4 months, your little one’s brain is growing fast! They’re learning new skills: hand-eye coordination, tracking objects, recognizing faces, reaching for toys, and even starting to babble. They may dribble more too (which doesn’t necessarily mean they are teething!).
Try to remember: This isn’t a setback - it’s a progression. Your baby needs comfort, reassurance, and lots of love right now. Take care of yourself too and rest when you can.
Hang in there. This challenging phase will pass, and your baby is learning so much every day!

06/11/2025

Tummy bugs can make your little one feel pretty miserable but usually you can care for your child at home and they’ll recover within about a week.
The biggest risk is dehydration, which is when the body loses too much water and salts and can’t perform its usual functions properly. This can be very serious.
Swipe for symptoms of dehydration in children.
Keep offering breast milk or usual feeds for babies.
For older babies and children give lots of small sips of water.
Most children feel better in a few days but if it lasts longer, get in touch with your GP.
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05/11/2025

Coats and car seats
Did you spot the danger?
The answer: this little one is wearing a thick, puffy coat in their car seat.
It might seem harmless but bulky coats can make car seats far less effective in a crash. That extra padding means the harness isn’t snug against your child’s body, even if it looks tight.
Here’s a quick way to check if a coat is too bulky:
Step 1: Buckle your child into their car seat with their coat on and tighten the straps.
Step 2: Without loosening the straps, take your child out, remove the coat, then buckle them back in.
If you can pinch the strap between your fingers, the coat is too thick to be worn safely.
Instead:
Pop a blanket over them once they’re strapped in
Or use a car seat-safe cover to keep them cosy and protected
Please TAG a parent and SHARE to help spread this important safety tip. Let’s keep our little ones warm and safe this winter.

04/11/2025

Last weekend saw the Ely fireworks. Organised by Ely Fireworks - Ely Community Events Team - Great event and well attended.

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to visit a proper display.

Congratulations to 2nd Ely cubs, scouts and beavers for their guy making skills.