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loves it Hallelujah!!!!!one.little.heart 💜
28/04/2026

loves it Hallelujah!!!!!
one.little.heart 💜

26/04/2026

Everyone talks about the launch.

But not many talk about the months before it.

The late nights. The back and forth. The “is this even going to work?” moments. The juggling of work, family, and a vision that felt too important to drop.

And then one day… the books arrive.

No big dramatic moment. Just boxes and boxes, some humble photos and a quiet “wow… we did it.”

Now it’s packing orders, sending them out, watching them head off to homes and schools across the country.

This is the part that matters most.
Because this is where it leaves us and starts doing what it was created to do.

And stay tuned for a very unique and accessible book launch 💜

Today feels especially meaningful in our home.Last night, my two little ones, aged 6 and 4, were lying in bed talking ab...
24/04/2026

Today feels especially meaningful in our home.

Last night, my two little ones, aged 6 and 4, were lying in bed talking about Anzac Day. It is a special day on our family calendar. We have a deep military history, both past and present, and it is something we hope our children grow to understand with gratitude and respect.

Isaac said:

“Elsie, it’s not a celebration like Christmas. But it is special. So many people helped us have Australia. It’s about remembering them and being grateful.”

From the mouths of babes.

So simple. So pure. So true.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.

Lest we forget.

23/04/2026

Quick little drink hack for European wasp season…

So much of what we share comes with a backstory. And when we say we’ve seen some truly strange and heartbreaking bad-luck stories, we mean it.

After almost two decades in paediatric critical care and retrieval, there are some cases that never leave you.

One of them was a small child at a family BBQ. It was autumn, the sun was out, and European wasps were everywhere. He took a sip from his mum’s soft drink can.

There was a wasp inside.

He didn’t swallow it, but before his parents could get it out, it stung him multiple times inside the mouth.

The swelling was rapid and severe. His airway was compromised.

It’s one of those cases I’ve never forgotten, and now you probably won’t either.

So here’s your reminder: cover your drinks when you’re outside.

European wasps are far more aggressive than bees and can sting multiple times, not just once. 🐝

When someone you love is in hospital, it can be hard to know how to help.For the family on the inside, life often feels ...
20/04/2026

When someone you love is in hospital, it can be hard to know how to help.

For the family on the inside, life often feels like it has been turned upside down. They are trying to understand medical language, adjust to changed routines, manage fear and exhaustion, and somehow keep the outside world moving too.

Work. Finances. Other children. Washing. Meals. The house. The messages. The mental load is huge.

If you want to support a family in hospital, practical help can mean everything. Flowers are beautiful, but so is taking the bins out, doing a school pickup, dropping off a meal, cleaning the house, or sending a coffee voucher with no expectation to reply.

Often, the most meaningful support is not the grand gesture. It is the quiet, practical kindness that helps life keep going when everything feels hard.

And one little tip about flowers, always check first. In many children’s critical care areas, flowers are not allowed in rooms, so your thoughtful gift might be better spent on something more useful like coffee, food, parking, or a small treat.

Medical parents, what helped you most during a hospital stay?

Let us know below ⬇️

17/04/2026

Nurses! It’s almost that time of year when AHPRA comes searching for your PD!

We know how hard it can be for some of you to access affordable and relevant PD so we decided to do something about it.

For the first time ever we are opening up our online Paediatric Academy for everyone. We have been using this for years with our teachers, nurses, carers and allied health teams who participate in our complex care program but now it’s open access to everyone!

And even better- we have slashed the prices until the 30th of June so you can smash out your PD at a fraction of the cost.

PD certificates with learning outcomes are included with each course so you don’t have to record anything- just download and store for auditing!

Available via the website and link in bio 🖇️

This is why we do what we do 🤍At PAEDS, we’re not here to rush people through a course or tick a box.We’re here to make ...
14/04/2026

This is why we do what we do 🤍

At PAEDS, we’re not here to rush people through a course or tick a box.
We’re here to make sure you truly understand what to do when it matters most.

That means slowing things down.
Explaining the “why,” not just the “how.”
Creating a space where you feel supported, not overwhelmed.

We’re a small team by design. Not a high-volume, churn-through provider.
Because real learning takes time, care, and connection.

We’re pretty relentless about it too…
Every concept. Every step. Every learner.

Because when it comes to first aid, confidence isn’t built from a certificate.
It’s built from understanding, practice, and feeling safe enough to learn.

And that’s something we’ll never compromise on 🤍

Did you know we conduct Nationally Recognised first aid courses? Through our partnership with we can get your workplaces, schools and communities trained with real world knowledge- saturated with understanding and support.

Get in touch!

Heading off on holidays with kids? A few handy apps can make all the difference when it comes to safety, health and peac...
02/04/2026

Heading off on holidays with kids? A few handy apps can make all the difference when it comes to safety, health and peace of mind:

Emergency Plus – call 000 with one tap and it automatically shares your GPS location, perfect if you don’t know exactly where you are.

RCH Kids Info Fact Sheets – trusted advice straight from the Royal Children’s Hospital to help you manage common childhood illnesses and first aid worries.

SunSmart – gives you real-time UV alerts and sunscreen reminders so you don’t miss a reapply.

Australian Bites and Stings – step-by-step guidance on what to do if your child gets bitten or stung by Aussie critters.

All Hands Lifesaver – a new app designed for rural families, it connects you with first aid help and gives guided emergency steps in critical situations. .sisterhoodproject

Sick hAPPens – practical tips and advice for parents when kids get sick, plus guidance on when it’s time to see a doctor. .happens

“I wish I didn’t see that…”Ever come across a post about a sick or injured child… and it stays with you long after you s...
31/03/2026

“I wish I didn’t see that…”

Ever come across a post about a sick or injured child… and it stays with you long after you scroll past?

Your mind goes there.
“What if that was my child?”
“What would I do?”

Let’s gently name this for what it is: vicarious trauma.

As parents, these stories don’t just pass by us.
We feel them. We carry them.

And yes… some of these stories are real.

I work in environments where we see the worst of the worst. Places like PICU are filled with fear for many families living in that moment, and for those of us supporting them.

But here’s one of the most important lessons I’ve learned over 18 years as a nurse:

👉 This is not everyone’s story.

What we see in those environments is not the everyday experience of most children and families.

What I’ve also learned, the hard way, is this:

Vicarious trauma is real.
And it can be incredibly damaging to your mental health.

And the truth is… it helps no one.

Not you.
Not your child.
Not the families going through it.

Social media has changed everything.

You are now exposed to these kinds of stories in a way like never before.

Because fear… and scary content… spreads fast.

But there is a line.
A really important one.

✨ Between education and traumatising families.

When we get it right, we empower parents with knowledge that is calm, practical, and life-saving.

But when it’s off?

The impact can be huge:

Families delaying care because they’re overwhelmed or unsure
Families living in constant fear
Every cough, limp, or fever feeling like something catastrophic

So if something you’ve seen online is sitting heavy with you:

Pause.
Put the phone down.
Look at your child, here, now.

Remind yourself:
This is not every child’s story. This is not our reality right now.

You deserve to feel informed… not frightened.

Because calm, confident parents
are what children need most.

Some FAQ’s from my kids this week about tonsilsThought you might like to hear some of the responses. It might help you. ...
27/03/2026

Some FAQ’s from my kids this week about tonsils

Thought you might like to hear some of the responses. It might help you. It might help your kids!

Always nice to be a little prepared for what little minds might ask

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“Will someone know what to do?”It’s one of the biggest fears families of children with epilepsy carry.Because seizures c...
25/03/2026

“Will someone know what to do?”

It’s one of the biggest fears families of children with epilepsy carry.

Because seizures can happen anywhere
In classrooms.
On playgrounds.
During sport.

And in that moment… everything depends on the response.

This year, we stand with the 1 in 26 people who will be diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime.

Here in Australia, around 266,000 people are living with epilepsy

Our families.
Our students.
Our communities.

And not all seizures look the way you expect.

A seizure management plan gives clear, personalised steps.

But it’s not the paper that matters.

👉 It’s the person reading it
👉 It’s the confidence to act

At PAEDS, we don’t just teach seizure first aid.
We build confidence.

Through real-life, practical training, we help educators and families:
• Understand each child’s plan
• Practise real scenarios
• Recognise seizures and respond safely
• Know when it’s an emergency

Because in an emergency, people don’t rise to the level of theory.

➡️➡️They fall to the level of practice.

And when people feel confident, they act.

This Purple Day (March 26), let’s turn awareness into action.

💜Let’s make epilepsy visible.
💜Let’s build communities where every child is supported.

If a child had a seizure in front of you today…

👉 Would you know what to do?

Be prepared to act 💜

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