Daisy First Aid Barnsley, Castleford and Pontefract

12/09/2025

Tomorrow is World Sepsis Day - 13th September

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Sepsis can be life-threatening — and it’s more common than you might think.

In the UK, around 245,000 people are affected by sepsis every year, and sadly 48,000 people lose their lives because of it.

Sepsis is a reaction to an infection where the body’s immune system starts attacking its own tissues and organs. It can develop quickly and is hard to spot — especially in babies and young children.

That’s why knowing the symptoms matters. Acting fast could save a life.

Save this post so you can refer back to it in an emergency, and please share to raise awareness this World Sepsis Day. Together, we can spread the word and help protect more families.

12/09/2025

🔷 Do you work in a school?
🔷 Are you part of the PTA?
🔷 Is your school taking part in the Junior Duke award?
🔷 Do you run a children's activity group?
🔷 Are you part of a home-education group?

⛑️For only £3 per child they can learn life-saving skills building confidence, an ability to cope in emergencies, promotes a helpful attitude and encourages teamwork. Our first aid courses can encompass the PHSE curriculum.

🌼 Fully insured
🌼 Enhanced DBS
Available upon request

💻 email - jennytubb@daisyfirstaid.com for more info or to book.

11/09/2025

Do you have a little one who has started or returned to school? Have you heard of ‘after school restraint collapse’? If not then read on…

You may wonder why your child’s teacher talks about how lovely they are during the school day but once they are with you it’s another story...

They may have meltdowns with temper tantrums or they may be withdrawn and refuse to engage with you for a while after school. This is actually really common behaviour in children under 12.

Parenting expert Sarah Ockwell-Smith says “They have spent all day at school holding in frustration, fear, anxiety, anger and other uncomfortable emotions, because they know that it is “naughty” to let them out at school. When they get home to you, however, things are entirely different.”

Experts say this shows that your children feel safe enough with you and loved enough to let out all of their bottled up emotions. So really it’s a sign of your great parenting!

How can we deal with it?

Try not to ask lots of questions as soon as they come out of school.

Give them a snack – they’re likely to be tired and hungry so a bit of quiet time and some food is a good idea.

Once they’ve had a snack, exercise can really help them to blow off steam if they need to.

If they are upset or having a meltdown try to keep calm, acknowledge their feelings and let them know you are there for them.

And remember, it’s totally normal and you are not alone.

10/09/2025

🌼 Big news for parents! 🌼

👉 Starting in January 2026, the NHS will introduce the chickenpox vaccine into the routine childhood vaccination schedule in England.

What this means:
🔹 Around 500,000 children will be protected every year
🔹 It will be delivered at GP appointments as part of the routine vaccination schedule
🔹 It will be FREE on the NHS (it currently costs around £150 privately)

Why it matters:
🔹 Chickenpox is generally considered to be a common and mild illness, but for some babies, young children and even adults it can be very serious and lead to hospital admission and in very rare cases it can be fatal.

The roll out of this vaccine will mean:
🔹 Fewer sick days for little ones
🔹 Less time off work for parents
🔹 Children are protected from serious complications like infections, pneumonia, or (rarely) stroke
🔹 Saving the NHS millions each year

👍 It has already been used safely for decades in countries like the US, Canada, Germany & Australia.

💙 Health experts say this step will protect children, reduce hospital admissions, and give families peace of mind.

👉 As with other childhood vaccinations, you will be contacted by your GP surgery to arrange an appointment if your child is eligible.

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07/09/2025

🚽 UTI’s are super common in children — about 1 in 10 girls 👧🏽 and 1 in 30 boys 👦🏼 will have one in childhood.

A urinary tract infection (UTI) happens when germs 🦠 get into urine and travel up the urinary tract, causing inflammation.

They’re not usually serious, but they can make little ones feel really poorly. That’s why it’s so important to know the signs and symptoms and speak to a GP quickly.

👀 Monitor for sepsis.

📍Save this post so you’ll know what to look out for!

05/09/2025

🤱🏻Running on empty? You’re not alone. Sleep deprivation with a new baby is real (and brutal) — but there are ways to cope:

😴 Nap/rest when you can (the washing can wait).
👫 Share night shifts with a partner.
📺 Sacrifice evening Netflix time once in a while to catch up on sleep.
🛌 Safe co-sleeping can help you rest more.
🍽️ Fuel your body — hydrate & eat balanced meals (not just coffee + biscuits!).
🚶‍♀️‍➡️Fresh air & gentle movement gives an instant energy boost.
🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness, breathing, or even 5 mins of calm can reset your nervous system.
🫂 Be kind to yourself — this phase will pass.

Extra tips:
📱Put your phone down before bed (blue light messes with sleep).
🛁 Create a calming bedtime ritual for you, not just baby.
📒 Keep a notebook by the bed — jotting worries down can stop that 3am spiral.

🫶🏻 You’ve got this. One day at a time.

04/09/2025

Hundreds of patients have been helped by rule, which makes it easier to get an urgent second opinion.

29/08/2025

🎒 Heading back to school? We know there’s a lot to think about when a child with a type of diabetes starts school, changes school or has a new teacher 📚

Every child deserves to feel safe, confident, and included – whether it’s in the classroom, on school trips, or during exams. On our website you'll find:
✅ Helpful resources
✅ Our Online Forum – there's a section for parents and carers
✅ Link to Together Type 1 – a community for young people from across the UK aged 11-25 living with type 1 diabetes

Let’s make sure no child is left behind because of their diabetes. Explore more and get ready for a great year ahead 🔗 https://orlo.uk/diabetes_in_schools_gYue3

10/08/2025

🏥 Hospital checklists & not forgetting to book in your Daisy First Aid course 🤰🏽👨🏻‍🍼

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08/08/2025

🏫 📚🎒Is your little one starting reception this September? 👧🏽 👩‍🏫 🖍️

📆 The new school year is just a few weeks away. A child starting school for the first time can be an anxious time for children and parents alike.

Swipe to check out our top tip for preparing your child for their school start.

Is there anything else you’d add?

06/08/2025