Mini First Aid Tees Valley

17/03/2026

👶Baby Proofing Class! 👶🏿

Now your baby is on the move you suddenly realise how dangerous it could all be! Rather than stay awake all night worrying why not spend a couple of hours learning a few easy tips on how to make their world safer!

From the comfort of your own home this class is held online - don't worry no cameras needed unless you are happy to - our expereinced trainer will help you navigate the expensive world of safety items, with recomendations from world leader Fred Safety.

Topics will include
💚Stairs and baby gates
💚Trapped fingers
💚Drowning risks
💚Poisioning risks
💚Socket covers
💚Out and about
as well as a few reminders from the first aid class (You don't need to have attended the first aid class but this information will be very limited as a reminder!)

To book jump across to our webpage or DM for more details

Want an in person class? We can arrange private classes for your familiy or group

16/03/2026

With the recent meningitis outbreak reported at a university in Kent I thought it might be worthwhile refreshing you with some of the symptoms.

Not everyone who gets meningitis develops a rash, but parents often focus on this symptom when they think of the signs of meningitis.

You've probably heard of doing the tumbler test on a meningitis rash, but do you actually know what you are looking for?

The Tumbler test is a quick method of spotting a rash that may need immediate medical intervention.

✅ Press the side of a clear glass firmly against the skin
✅ Spots/rash may fade at first
✅ Keep checking
✅ A fever with spots or a rash that does not fade under pressure is a medical emergency
✅ Do not wait for a rash. If someone is ill and getting worse, get medical help immediately even if the rash fades or doesn't appear at all.

Check the entire body, and on white skin, look out for small red or brown pin-prick marks, which can develop into larger red or purple blotches or blood blisters.

It can be harder to see a meningitis rash in black or brown skin, so check lighter areas such as the palms of hands, soles of feet or inside eyelids or the mouth.

It's important to know all of the signs and symptoms of meningitis so that you can build a picture of something not quite right rather than waiting for the rash that may not appear until your child is seriously ill, or may not appear at all.

Remember not to wait for a rash if your little one has many of the other symptoms of meningitis, seek medical attention as quickly as possible.

15/03/2026

💚 Wishing you all a wonderful day this Mothering Sunday💚

13/03/2026

Pregnancy checklist

Folic acid
Comfy maternity clothes
Babygros
Baby bed and blankets
Learn baby first aid and safety

We know that when you are expecting a baby, keeping them safe and healthy becomes your top priority. We know that our baby & child first aid class helps you to do this and is a brilliant thing to do to prepare for the arrival of your precious bundle.

And now we have confirmation that our baby & child first aid class is officially a Gold Award-winning Pregnancy Product!

When you’re checking off your list of essential things to do to prepare for your baby’s arrival, make sure that learning how to treat them if they have an accident, or how to spot the signs of potentially fatal illnesses, is at the top of your list.

It could just be the most important pregnancy product you buy.

Find a class near you on our website. Go to the classes tab, pop your postcode into the search bar and find your local venues.

13/03/2026

Learning life skills!

11/03/2026

Next up is our ever popular Darlington class. We also have classes in Hartlepool and Newton Aycliffe on our sister site, Durham Mini First Aid.

Worried about choking or head bumps? You are not alone they are the top two reasons why parents and care-givers come to our award winning classes. We also go beyond basic first aid and discuss issues such as meningitis, sepsis and febrile seizures, but all in a very friendly and open way. Parents, parents to be, grandparents, fosterers even babysitters have all benefited from this short course and everyone gets a booklet to take home and remind them of what has been said!

Free parking nearby with facilities for your baby so no sitter required!
Don’t loose your place - book today!
Book through our website or DM or email Deborah@minifirstaid.co.uk for more details.

10/03/2026

What if we told you that a high temperature could cause your child to have a seizure, and many parents have never even heard of it?

It’s called a febrile seizure, and more often than not, when parents come to our baby & child first aid classes, it’s the first time they learn that this can happen.

We never share information to frighten you. We share it because knowledge replaces panic with composure 💚

If your child ever experiences a febrile seizure and you’ve never heard of one before, it can be incredibly distressing. But when you understand what’s happening and what to do, you feel calmer, more confident and in control.

Forewarned really is forearmed when it comes to our little ones.

Swipe/Scroll for clear, simple information every parent should know 💚

09/03/2026

As always make sure you go to our hard office page to make sure you are liking and commenting on the right post!

08/03/2026

Celebrating international Women’s Day 2026

Women are still less likely to receive CPR when they collapse — and the reasons behind it are costing lives. I’ve written a new International Women’s Day blog exploring the hidden gender gap and what needs to change. Read the full piece and help spread the message on our blog page.

07/03/2026

I’ve been rewatching and old favourite - can you guess what it was?

What old TV program do you go back to on a Saturday night in?

06/03/2026

Endometriosis is a chronic gynaecological condition that affects around 1 in 10 women of reproductive age in the UK (that’s around 1.5 million women).

Many of us still don’t really understand what it is, what the symptoms are, or when painful periods might actually be something more, and many women also report feeling dismissed when they talk to medical professionals about their pain.

One of our lovely Mini First Aid team members, Charlotte, has lived with endometriosis since her early teens. She’s bravely shared her story to help other women feel less alone - and more empowered to seek support.

05/03/2026

Every newborn baby in the UK is offered a newborn hearing screening test - here’s what you need to know as a parent.

Around 1-2 in every 1,000 babies are born with permanent hearing loss in one or both ears. This increases to around 1 in 100 babies who have spent more than 48 hours in neonatal intensive care.

Most babies with hearing loss are born into families with no history of hearing problems. That’s why this screening matters.

The newborn hearing test helps identify permanent hearing loss as early as possible, so families can access the right support, advice and treatment from the very beginning. Early diagnosis gives babies the very best chance to develop speech, language and communication skills, and to build strong bonds with the people around them.

If you give birth in hospital, the test is usually offered before you go home. If you have a home birth, or leave hospital quickly, a healthcare professional or health visitor will arrange it within the first few weeks.

The test is quick, safe and painless. A small soft earpiece is placed in your baby’s ear and gentle clicking sounds are played. The equipment measures how your baby’s ears respond to the sounds.
The test only takes a few minutes and most babies sleep through it.

Most babies will get a clear result straight away. Some babies will need another test, which doesn’t necessarily mean there’s a hearing problem, it can happen if your baby is unsettled, there’s fluid in the ear, or there was background noise during the test.

If further checks are needed, you’ll be referred to a specialist audiology team for more detailed assessments.

Screening is your choice, but it’s offered because early identification can make a huge difference.

If you’re expecting or have recently welcomed your baby, it’s completely normal to have questions about all the newborn checks. Being informed helps you feel confident in those early days.