Mini First Aid Bath & North Somerset

29/03/2026

It’s that time of year! 🏊‍♀️

Swimsuits are starting to pop up in shops ready for the Summer, and it is important to think about the color of swimwear you purchase for your child.

If your child were to get in trouble in the water, lifeguards and other people will need to get to them as quickly as possible. This means putting them in something bright and easily spotted, both in clear water or murky beach waves.

My little one certainly got the memo during our trip to France last summer!

📸 : Alive Solutions

29/03/2026

It is estimated that there are around 3,000 - 4,000 cases of Lyme Disease each year in the UK - would you know what symptoms to look for in yourself or your child?

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection which can be transmitted to humans from infected tick bites. Knowing how to spot the signs of Lyme disease and getting early treatment is important in mitigating severe complications such as nerve and heart problems and long-term post-infection fatigue.

Symptoms include:

- A round or oval bull’s eye like rash around the bite which can appear up to 3 months after an infected bite. The rash is usually flat or slightly raised, and pink, red or purple - on darker skin it may resemble a bruise. It may get bigger over several days or weeks, and can appear on different parts of the body.
-,A high temperature, or feeling hot and shivery.
- A headache.
- Muscle and joint pain.
- Tiredness and loss of energy.
- Neck stiffness.

If you suspect Lyme disease, see your GP as soon as possible. It’s much easier to treat if it is diagnosed early.

But first - prevention! Take steps to avoid tick bites in the first place and learn how to remove and treat tick bites in the event of finding one on you or your child.

Head to the link in our Stories to check out our blog, which has all of this information and more.

As the weather improves and we finally get outdoors and enjoy those country walks, make sure you are prepared for ticks!

25/03/2026

Thank you to Little Dreams Consulting Bath and Swindon for the great advice about navigating sleep patterns around this weekends clock change 💚

24/03/2026

🚨 Mini Eggs Safety Warning 🚨

As Easter approaches, here’s your annual reminder: Mini Eggs should not be given to children under 4 years old.

Even if your child is a little older, please take care. Make sure they sit down while eating and chew thoroughly before swallowing.

The hard sugar coating on Mini Eggs means they don’t melt or break down quickly if they become lodged in a child’s airway, which can make them a serious choking hazard.

If the worst happens, you need to act fast by giving back blows and abdominal or chest thrusts to help clear the blockage.

💛 Knowing first aid can save a life.
If your child is choking, immediate action is essential.

To learn essential Baby & Child First Aid skills, visit:
www.bath.minifirstaid.co.uk
www.northsomerset.minifirstaid.co.uk

23/03/2026

23/03/2026

The 2026 Mini First Aid Conference — three incredible days packed with hands-on training, exciting updates, and brilliant catch-ups!

Without a doubt the highlight of the Mini First Aid calendar, this annual weekend away never disappoints. It’s always something special — and once again, I’ve come away feeling totally inspired, re-energised, and bursting with enthusiasm to keep growing Mini First Aid Bath & North Somerset! 💚

20/03/2026

Such an exciting day meeting our very own Dragon, Sara Davies 🐉✨

Safe to say… she’s not scary at all — just incredibly inspiring!

20/03/2026

Not everyone who gets meningitis develops a rash, and sometimes this can be one of the last symptoms to appear so please don’t wait for a rash before seeking help if you are worried about your child.

Meningitis can kill in hours so it’s critical to know the symptoms so you can act fast.

If your child is unwell with ANY of these symptoms, go to a hospital or call for an ambulance immediately:

❗️Over 38°C in babies under three months

❗️Has a temperature and feels abnormally cold to touch/very cold hands and feet

❗️Very fast breathing, finding it much harder to breathe than normal, or noticeable pauses in breathing

❗️Grunting and/or noises with every breath

❗️Very lethargic / difficult to wake / not responding
Fitting / convulsion / seizures

❗️Weak, high pitched or continuous crying in a younger child
❗️Confusion or unusually irritable

❗️Soft spot on a baby’s head is bulging

❗️Stiff neck, especially when trying to look up and down

❗️Unusually sleepy, stiff or floppy baby

❗️Pale, blotchy or mottled skin - this may be harder to see on brown or black skin

❗️A rash that does not fade when pressed with a glass - the rash can be harder to see on brown or black skin. Check paler areas, such as the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, roof of the mouth, tummy, whites of the eyes or the inside of the eyelids.

❗️Not had a wee or wet nappy for 12 hours or more

❗️Very thirsty and not able to keep fluids down

❗️Bloody or black ‘coffee ground’ sick

Some of these high-risk symptoms are not typical signs of meningitis but are still signs of severe illness, so, if your child is unwell and has these symptoms, get urgent medical help.

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.

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.

18/03/2026

The love you feel for your grandchildren is like no other, so keeping them safe is always a top priority.

Our first-aid classes are designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to act quickly and calmly when it matters most.

Book a class near you today. www.bath.minifirstaid.co.uk www.northsomerset.minifirstaid.co.uk

18/03/2026

Meningitis and sepsis can kill in hours, so it’s very important you know the symptoms and can spot them early. Learn about them here.

15/03/2026

In light of the tragic news today about two students who have died from meningitis, it’s a timely reminder to know the signs and symptoms. Awareness saves lives. 💚

Many people associate meningitis with a rash, but not everyone with meningitis will develop one.

If a rash does appear, check the entire body. On white skin it may look like small red or brown pin-prick marks that can develop into larger red or purple blotches or blood blisters.

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

The tumbler (glass) test can sometimes help identify a rash that needs urgent medical attention.

🚨 But remember – don’t wait for a rash.

Early symptoms can include:

• Fever
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Muscle pain
• Stomach cramps
• Fever with cold hands and feet

Other common signs and symptoms include:

• Drowsy or difficult to wake
• Confusion or irritability
• Severe muscle pain
• Pale, blotchy skin, spots or rash
• Severe headache
• Stiff neck
• Dislike of bright lights
• Convulsions or seizures

⚠️ Meningitis and Sepsis can make someone very unwell very quickly. Keep checking them and seek medical help urgently if you are concerned.

💚 Knowing the signs could save a life.

For more information:- Meningitis Research Foundation