NHS Orkney Health Visitors

18/11/2025

18/11/2025

Christmas your way ❤️

Remember, stop letting social media make you feel guilty!

Everybody celebrates Christmas differently, and your day will be the one your family remember 🥰

18/11/2025

18/11/2025

Do you have a Carbon Monoxide Alarm?

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week starts tomorrow and it’s the perfect opportunity to ensure your family is gas safe this winter.

CO is known as the silent killer. The highly poisonous gas can kill quickly and without warning, as you cannot see it, taste it, or smell it.

Young children’s small bodies are especially vulnerable to the effects and will experience symptoms sooner than a healthy adult.

It can leak into our homes when an appliance such as a boiler, gas hob, or wood burning stove has been incorrectly fitted, badly repaired or poorly maintained.
Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep your family safe:

⭐Fit a carbon monoxide alarm which will sound a warning if there is carbon monoxide in the air. Remember to test it regularly.

⭐Get your gas appliances checked by a registered gas engineer.

👉Learn more: https://capt.org.uk/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/

17/11/2025

17/11/2025

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Infant crying is normal 💙💜

All newborns cry and get fussy sometimes. It's normal for a baby to cry for 2–3 hours a day for the first 6 weeks. During the first 3 months of life, they cry more than at any other time. New parents often are low on sleep and getting used to life with their little one.

💜 Remember always be kind to yourself, take rest when you can & stay hydrated 💙
For more support or information please speak to your Health Visitor or see link below 👇
https://iconcope.org/

17/11/2025

We tend to think ‘If I can buy it for my child, it must be safe’. But sadly, that isn’t always true. To help you spot which products to avoid this Christmas we’ve highlighted some of the big risks to your child’s safety. Plus, we’ve got some top tips on how to shop safely online.

Take a look: https://capt.org.uk/8-dangerous-gifts-to-avoid-this-christmas/

17/11/2025

Around 53,000 babies are born prematurely each year in the UK - that's 1 in 13 births. World Prematurity Day exists to raise awareness of premature birth.

17/11/2025

17/11/2025

💜 Weekend or weekday, we’re always just a call away! 💜

Whether it’s a Saturday morning question or a late-night concern, the National Breastfeeding Helpline is here to support you 24/7.

📞 0300 100 0212
💬 Send us a DM

You’re not alone – reach out anytime, day or night!

✨ Share this post so we can reach anyone who may need us this weekend! ✨

Our service is provided by The Breastfeeding Network (UK), with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers

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17/11/2025

What are your essential apps?

Maps? Music? Social media? All can be helpful, but none of them can tell you when your baby needs to see a health professional.

Download the Baby Check app today. It’s free, it’s lifesaving, and it provides you with peace of mind in your pocket.

The app includes 17 simple checks you can do if your baby is showing signs of illness and is under six months old. Each check tests for a different symptom and, when completed, the app will let you know if your baby needs to see a health professional.

Download it now so it’s there for you if you need it 👉 https://bit.ly/4dyiGl1