Mini First Aid

20/04/2026

Throwback to this incredible surprise at our conference last month 💚

20/04/2026

If your child had an allergic reaction, would you know what to do?

At Mini First Aid, we know this is a worry that sits in the back of so many parents’ minds. Allergies can appear suddenly, symptoms can escalate quickly, and knowing how to respond in those first few moments can make all the difference.

That’s why we’re so proud to share that our award-winning Baby & Child First Aid classes now include Allergy & Anaphylaxis Awareness as part of the lesson plan 🙌

This brand-new addition means that parents and carers attending our classes will now learn:

💚 How to recognise the signs of a mild allergic reaction
💚 How to spot when a reaction is becoming more serious
💚 The key symptoms of anaphylaxis
💚 What to do in those crucial first moments before help arrives

Delivered in line with guidance from Allergy UK , this training is designed to give you confidence, clarity and calm in what can feel like a very frightening situation, because when it comes to our little ones, it’s not just about knowing what might happen, it’s about knowing what you should do if it does.

Ready to feel more confident about looking after your little one? Book your Mini First Aid class today!

Head to the classes tab on our website and add your postcode to the search box to find your local classes.

17/04/2026

Our amazing Scottish team are set up and ready to meet you at The Baby & Toddler Show in Glasgow - be sure to go and say hello if you are visiting the show this weekend!

16/04/2026

Most common cause of poisoning hospital admissions in under-5s?

Medicines 💊 And common painkillers like paracetamol and ibuprofen are the main culprits.

We have a full guide to dangers in your home and how best to prevent accidents here - don't be complacent, it can happen so easily 👇

“Who even made the rules that you should keep cleaning products under your sink?” It’s a question that stops you in your tracks - an...

15/04/2026

A study by the UK Obstetric Surveillance System found mortality due to maternal sepsis has increased in the UK and is now the leading cause of direct maternal death.

This eye-opening story is about Lauren who contracted sepsis hours after she was discharged from hospital following the birth of her baby.

Make sure you and your loved ones can spot maternal sepsis – it could save a life. You can read more information on our blog, guest-written by The UK Sepsis Trust , find the link in the comments.

https://www.minifirstaid.co.uk/blog/maternal-sepsis-do-you-know-the-symptoms

14/04/2026

Every year, thousands of infants need medical care for poisoning from products commonly found in and around the home.

Items such as cleaning products, cosmetics, medicines, alcohol and gardening products.

If you are planning some spring cleaning in your home over the coming weeks, make sure you keep products in a secure location, in high cupboards or locked storage so that little hands can’t access easily. Also be careful when you are in the middle of cleaning, that you don’t leave the cleaning product sitting anywhere that could be reached by your child.

Poisoning can happen after swallowing, touching, or breathing in a harmful substance.

Symptoms may take a few hours or days to start, so it's important to get medical advice quickly if there's a chance you or someone else could have poisoning.

*Symptoms of poisoning can depend on what caused it, and may include:

Feeling sick or being sick
Diarrhoea
Feeling sleepy
Blurred vision
High temperature, or feeling hot, cold or shivery
Confusion
Difficulty breathing
Seizures (fits)
Loss of consciousness

If you suspect your child might have swallowed something toxic:

⚠️Get medical help immediately, call 111 or 999
⚠️Don’t let your child drink anything
⚠️Don’t make your child sick
⚠️If you know what they have swallowed, try to take a sample to hospital
⚠️Residual chemicals on the skin should be rinsed with plenty of water

For lots more advice, check the Mini First Aid blog link in the comments 💚

*Source: NHS

14/04/2026

How do we accurately teach our parents, carers, children and workplaces how to do an abdominal thrust on someone who is choking?

We use Act Fast Medical training vests!

The Act+Fast Trainer is the original wearable anti-choking training vest and we use this in all of our classes and courses. It even made an appearance with us on Dragons' Den!

The vest lets us give realistic, hands-on training and provides immediate, visual feedback for the correct technique - if you don’t dispel the item from the vest, you haven’t stopped the choking!

Practising abdominal thrusts is often one of the most fun parts of our lessons!

Marti and the team at Act+Fast have supported Mini First Aid for several years, and this year they once again stepped up as a sponsor for our annual conference, for which we are incredibly grateful.

Thank you, Act+Fast! 🫶

13/04/2026

Did you know that children as young as three can start learning basic first aid?

At Mini First Aid, we believe these are essential life skills every child should have. 💚

Our age-appropriate classes are fun, interactive, and designed to build confidence through things like teaching how to call 999 or how to help a friend who’s bumped their head.

We’re incredibly proud to work with schools across the UK, delivering life-saving education that’s empowering a whole generation.

Would you like your child’s school or nursery to get involved? Check out the classes for children page on our website or email us at info@minifirstaid.co.uk, and we’ll connect you with your local trainer.

11/04/2026

How fantastic to be able to supply life-saving equipment in our communities. Well done to Michele Mini First Aid Leeds, Harrogate & Wetherby and to First Steps Nursery 💚

Last week, I had the pleasure of delivering a brand-new Defibrillator to First Steps Nursery at Frobelian

I’ve had the privilege of supporting the nursery’s management team for several years—providing first aid training for staff, delivering refresher sessions during team meetings, and running our Early Years classes for the children. It’s incredibly rewarding to see such a strong and ongoing commitment to first aid education, as well as the decision to have an AED readily available on site.

As a setting, the team takes first aid extremely seriously. Their continued investment in creating a safe environment for staff, children, parents/carers, and the wider community is truly outstanding.

It is always a pleasure to support such a dedicated team, and I feel incredibly proud to have delivered this life-saving equipment to their setting.

Early access to an AED can make the difference between life and death—every minute without defibrillation reduces survival rates by up to 10%, while prompt action can significantly increase a person’s chance of survival.

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10/04/2026

Scarlet fever is a bacterial illness which mainly affects children – in fact 80% of cases occur in children under 10, with age 2-8 years of age being the most common time to catch the infection.

Scarlet fever is much less common than it once was, but in recent years there have been significant outbreaks, as it is highly contagious. And it can be a serious illness if not treated properly. So it’s worth making yourself familiar with the symptoms, as early treatment is advisable.

I was slightly terrified when my little girl developed scarlet fever when she was 6 years old. My favourite book as an older child was Littl...

09/04/2026

These brilliant business owners have all joined our organisation in the last 12-months, delivering first aid classes and courses to parents, carers, children and workers in locations all across the UK and it was brilliant to get them all together with Kate for a group photo at our conference a few weeks ago.

Pictured here, from left to right ➡️

Ceara & Owen Mini First Aid Armagh & South Down
Morgan Mini First Aid Plymouth & West Devon
Rachel Mini First Aid Leicestershire, Kettering & Corby
Kate (our founder!)
Shannon Mini First Aid Wirral & West Cheshire
Hafsa Mini First Aid Harrow, Hillingdon & Brent
Jess Mini First Aid Wrexham, Flintshire, Conwy & Denbighshire
Lhamo Mini First Aid Bournemouth
Sarah Mini First Aid Mid Kent