Tiny Hearts Education

29/08/2025

I created this company to keep what matters most at the front of your mind.

I can’t always tell you the jobs I’ve been to, or why some topics sit heavier than others, like drowning.

I share because I want you to learn from what I’ve seen. To learn from others’ mistakes.

I show up every day to create free content that helps you prevent an emergency with your child.

And I sell something I hope no parent ever has to use but every parent must have, baby first aid.

27/08/2025

Hand, foot and mouth is brutal 💔

Not only does it knock your little one around, but up to 84% of siblings in the same household end up catching it too. And it’s not just HFMD things like gastro, RSV and the flu spread like wildfire once it enters the home.
There’s no magic way to stop every germ from spreading (we wish there was!), but here’s a clever hack that can help.

Introducing the “Sickie Square”.

It creates a visual boundary for siblings, showing them the safe zone vs danger zone.

Combine this with practical things like disinfecting high-contact areas, washing hands, and avoiding shared cups or utensils and you’re giving your family the best chance of slowing down the spread.

Hand, foot and mouth is one of those sicknesses that’s truly heartbreaking to watch your little one go through. The fevers, the blisters, the pain, it’s awful. And if there’s anything you can do to try and prevent the spread, it’s worth it.

That’s exactly why we created our Online Sickness Course, delivered by a renowned Paediatrician. It’s designed to prepare you for the wide range of illnesses little ones face. From hand, foot and mouth to gastro, RSV, ear infections and beyond. You’ll learn how to manage sickness at home, when to escalate, and how to protect your whole family.

25/08/2025

Most parents have never heard of Cytomegalovirus (CMV), yet it can change a baby’s life in an instant.

When Jessica’s daughter Caroline was just one week old, their lives were turned upside down.

Jessica had never been told about CMV during pregnancy, never tested, and never shown how to reduce her risk.

We’ve shared their story on our blog, along with the key facts every expecting parent should know to help protect their baby in our blog.

Jessica hopes that by telling her story, no other parent will be left in the dark. What she wishes she knew could help protect another baby’s future 🤍

Everything you need to know is on the blog:
https://tinyhearts.com/blogs/baby/cmv-in-pregnancy
❤️

Follow along Jessica and Caroline's Journey: https://www.instagram.com/carolines_cmv_journey/

24/08/2025

This one surprises parents but as a grown woman I still often cough and splatter when eating this snack!

When something is ‘difficult to chew’ it makes it a higher choking risk, especially for little ones.

Before giving your child popcorn you want to ensure they have all of their teeth and a mature chew, this reduces the risk of them aspirating 🍿

21/08/2025

HFMD can turn dangerous fast if your little one stops drinking ⚠️

If your little one is under 5, chances are they will come across Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease (HFMD) at some point. It is incredibly contagious, even adults can catch it too.

Most little ones will recover at home but the blisters can be so painful, especially in the mouth. Simple things like eating, drinking and sleeping become impossible. That is when dehydration becomes the biggest worry and it is something we need to keep a really close eye on.

Unfortunately, there is no magic fix. Managing at home focuses on comfort, fluids and giving our little ones the rest they need, while keeping them home to protect others.

The part many parents find hardest is knowing what rash they are actually looking at. That is why we created our Rash Guide. It is 14 pages filled with real images of the most common childhood rashes, so you can quickly recognise what is harmless and what needs urgent medical attention.

Because none of us want to be googling at 2am while our little one is crying in pain. Having clear answers in your hands can make all the difference 🤍

Free Rash Guide: https://tinyhearts.com/blogs/toddler/rash-reference-guide

19/08/2025

On the blog is our official stance on choking devices.
https://tinyhearts.com/blogs/baby-first-aid/chocking-devices

18/08/2025

For a long time, I shared safety through the lens of being a paramedic. That part of my story will always be there because it’s where Tiny Hearts began.

But I’ve now been running Tiny Hearts for 12 years, which is longer than I worked on road as a paramedic. What started with me teaching you everything I knew has now grown into the world’s largest baby first aid company.

In that time, it hasn’t just been my training that’s shaped me, it’s been you.

The stories you’ve shared, the heartbreaks our community has carried, and the lessons we’ve learnt together as parents have all changed the way I raise my own children.

So when I teach my kids safety, it’s not just medical knowledge or on-road experience. It’s the collective wisdom of thousands of families, guiding me to keep my little ones safe. And the circle continues as I share those lessons back with you 🫶

15/08/2025

We don’t talk about this much. In fact, I’ve only posted a handful of times over the years, but every single month over 500 women buy and then use this kit.

They use it to recover and heal in one of the most vulnerable times of their lives. It’s a privilege to be with them, quietly behind the scenes, in those raw first days after birth, when your body and heart are doing the biggest job they will ever do ❤️

I created this birth recovery kit because nothing on the market did it all. Years later, there is still nothing else like it. Every item is there for a reason. Every detail is designed to help you feel cared for, supported, and ready to heal, all tucked inside a beautifully quilted bag ❤️

We exist to help parents at every stage of their journey, but this product will always hold a special place in my heart for the important work it does ❤️

14/08/2025

The straps were tight, but my child was in danger🚨

Bulky costumes, jackets or padding can make a harness look snug. But in a crash, costume padding will compress and your child could be thrown forward. Even at low speeds, this can cause serious injury.

With Book Week coming up, do this before you drive:
1️⃣ Remove anything bulky (wings, capes, puffy layers)
2️⃣ Do the Pinch Test at the shoulder:
👉 Pinch the strap between thumb and finger
👉 If you can pinch slack, it’s too loose tighten until you can’t pinch anything

It takes just a few seconds to ensure they’re safe and secure for every trip ❤️

12/08/2025

Choking is silent 🔇

You could be just a few steps away and have no idea it’s happening. Unless your bub can somehow get your attention, you might not even notice. That’s why in our home, I follow these choking prevention rules at every meal time: 

1️⃣ Avoid high risk choking foods like popcorn, marshmallows and whole nuts
2️⃣ Modify foods to make them safe (chop it, swap it, or stop it)
3️⃣ Create a safe eating environment where they are sitting upright with no distractions
4️⃣ Always supervise your child while they eat
5️⃣ Know the difference between gagging and choking

While prevention is important, it is critical to know what to do if your little one does choke.
When choking happens, seconds count. Learning baby and child first aid gives you the skills and confidence to act quickly and help your child when they need you most 🤍

11/08/2025

07/08/2025

Watching the videos of little Kyrie’s breathing is heartbreaking 💔
You can see how hard his tiny body is working just to get air in. His ribs are pulling in, his head is bobbing, and his chest is moving fast.

His mum noticed it too, she saw the signs and took him to emergency. Twice… but both times, she was sent home.

Less than 12 hours later, Kyrie went blue and they rushed him back to hospital. His oxygen levels dropped to 84 and he was quickly transferred to a bigger hospital by ambulance.

His mum told us it was her gut that kept her going back. But she also said it was the knowledge she’d learnt from Tiny Hearts that helped her recognise something wasn’t right.

Stories like Kyrie’s stay with me every day because while trusting your gut is so important, feeling confident enough to act on it comes from knowing what to look for. 

It’s the kind of confidence that grows when you’ve taken the time to learn.
When you’ve seen what’s normal and what’s not and when you’ve prepared for moments you hope never come.

Kyrie’s story could have ended very differently if it wasn’t for Kyrie’s Mum’s knowledge and advocating for their sweet little boy. Thank you for allowing us to share his story, we’re so grateful you’re a part of our community 🫶