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KeepaBeat First Aid Rochdale, Bumble & Bee, Spotland Bridge Mills, Mellor Street, Rochdale (2026)

21/03/2026

World Down Syndrome Day is a global awareness day which advocates for, and promotes inclusion for, people with Down Syndrome

It is celebrated on the 21st to signify the triplicating of the 21st chromosome - it is also highlighted by the campaign as the chromosomes look like mismatched socks

This years theme is ‘Together Against Loneliness’ which highlights how people with Down Syndrome and their family members can experience increased loneliness

Loneliness is much more than feeling sad, it affects mental and physical health

Lots of factors can affect why someone might feel lonely but stigma, discrimination and lack of inclusion can increase it

A study by Mencap showed people with intellectual disabilities are 7 times more likely to feel lonely

To support this campaign make sure that you are inclusive, if you work in a public space make it welcoming, build relationships with people who may need a little extra support and time, these are basic human rights that everyone deserves

For further information and support go to www.worlddownsyndromeday.org

20/03/2026

💙♥️ First Aid for Weaning! ♥️💙

We have a number of First Aid for Weaning courses coming up over the next few months so we thought we would share these in advance so that you can plan ahead so that you can feel prepared for your little one’s weaning journey!

This course will allow you to feel confident as you begin weaning with your baby. From exploring allergens, to identifying the difference between gagging and choking, this course is full of vital information that will help to make you feel at ease during the weaning journey.

Plus, you can bring your baby along to play during the session!

All courses are now available to book on our website at: www.keepabeat.com/rochdale

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20/03/2026

💙 Half-Term FUN INCOMING... 💙

The Easter holidays are just around the corner, and we have two of our FANTASTIC classes available for you and your little ones to enjoy!

❤️ Dinky Medics - for children aged 2 - 5 years is taking place on Wednesday 8th April form 10 - 11am!

❤️ Junior Medics - for children aged 6 - 11 years is taking place on Wednesday 8th April from 1pm - 3pm!

These classes are a fun and interactive way to introduce children to life-saving skills that they can use in real life. With role play, hands-on experiences and lots of fun, these classes are the PERFECT half-term activity!

Bookings are now open on our website, so head to www.keepabeat.com/rochdale to book a place for your little ones!

Busy this Easter break? We also have classes in the later May half-term which are available to book on our website too! ☺️

We can't wait to see you there! 💙

20/03/2026

Today is Red Nose Day 🔴 a fundraising campaign created by Comic Relief to end child poverty throughout the world 😊

We thought we would take this opportunity to talk about first aid for noses 👃

Nosebleeds are very common in children but can be a bit scary and upsetting

🔴 Sit them down with the head tipped forwards
🔴 Pinch the soft part of the nose for up to 10 minutes
🔴Tell them no picking 👆🏻 or blowing 🤧
🔴 If it’s still bleeding after 30 minutes seek professional advice

Children also regularly stick things up their noses 👃

In the first instance encourage them to blow their nose as it may come out 🤧

If it appears lodged leave it where it is and take your child to A&E or a minor injuries unit

Depending on your child’s age try and show how to breathe through their mouth instead of their nose

Common objects found up noses include beads, food, Lego, playdoh and pebbles

🔋if it is any kind of battery then this is an emergency 🚨

For all our advice on what to do with objects in noses please follow the link to our blog post https://www.keepabeat.com/firstaidfornoses or click the link in our bio

Source: NHS

19/03/2026

💙 Parent and Carer First Aid 💙

We have released the dates for the Parent and Carer First Aid sessions that are coming up in the upcoming months, and these can now be booked on our website at: www.keepabeat.com/rochdale

First Aid For Parents & Carers classes are 2 hour sessions which cover a range of topics, including:

☑️Baby & Child CPR
☑️ Baby & Child Choking
☑️ Baby & Child Recovery Positions
☑️ Head Bumps
☑️ Temperatures (including Febrile Convulsions)
☑️ Croup
☑️ Burns
☑️ Meningitis

These classes help parents and carers to feel informed and confident when approaching first aid at home.

If you have any questions about the classes, don't hesitate to get in touch with us here, as we are always happy to answer any questions that you may have.

18/03/2026

💙♥️ First Aid for Weaning! ♥️💙

We have a number of First Aid for Weaning courses coming up over the next few months so we thought we would share these in advance so that you can plan ahead so that you can feel prepared for your little one’s weaning journey!

This course will allow you to feel confident as you begin weaning with your baby. From exploring allergens, to identifying the difference between gagging and choking, this course is full of vital information that will help to make you feel at ease during the weaning journey.

Plus, you can bring your baby along to play during the session!

All courses are now available to book on our website at: www.keepabeat.com/rochdale

13/03/2026

Our final post for Safer Sleep week is around dressing your baby for sleep for the temperature of the room. The risk of SIDS increases if your baby becomes too hot

The ideal room temperature for your baby is 16-20 degrees so an accurate room thermometer is a good buy 🌡

If the room drops below 16 degrees don't over compensate by adding extra blankets, either add an extra layer of clothing or use a higher tog sleeping bag

When the room is between 16 and 20 degrees use either an appropriate tog sleeping bag or lightweight blankets firmly tucked under the armpits

if the room gets hotter than 20 degrees in hot weather it is fine to sleep your baby in just a vest or nappy

🌞 it won't be long before we are sharing our annual hot weather advice of how to cool your babies room down in the summer 🌞

** Please note this is just a guide for safety and you should still feel your baby regardless of room temperature to see if they feel hot **

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13/03/2026

Todays post focusses on the main theme of The Lullaby Trusts campaign this year which is 'Keep it Simple, Keep it Safe'

The safest place for babies to sleep is in a clear cot (in the same room as you) with a firm, flat, waterproof mattress and lightweight bedding, appropriate for the temperature (see tomorrows post)

NO - toys, quilts, pillows, bumpers or sleep products

Their clear space can be a cot, crib, moses basket or pram carrycot - if safely bed sharing they need their own clear space (see The Lullaby Trust for further advice)

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11/03/2026

This week is The Lullaby Trust Safer Sleep Week – the week aims to raise awareness around keeping our babies safer and reducing the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)

This years theme is all about 'Baby Necessities' and is highlighting the best way to keep our babies safer is 'Keep it Safe, Keep it Simple'

We will be sharing information throughout the week but today we will start with some facts and figures, the figures can be very upsetting to read but highlight how important it is to raise awareness

Around 4 babies a week, in the UK, die of SIDS
87% of SIDS happen in the first 6 months which is one of the reasons for keeping your baby in the same room as you every time they sleep, this halves the risk
Mothers under age 20 have a 4 times higher risk of losing a baby to SIDS
Sleeping on a sofa is a 50 times higher risk
Smoking around babies increases the risk by a third
Sleeping your baby on their back to sleep reduces the risk by 6 times – since the Back to Sleep campaign in 1991 SIDS has reduced by 81%
Babies born with a low birth weight (2.5kg or under) are 4 times more at risk

We don't share this information to upset anyone, it is shared in the hope that just one person might see it and think, I didn't know that 💙

For further advice on safer sleep go to The Lullaby Trust who share vital information year round not just in Safer Sleep Week

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06/03/2026

Measles is a highly infectious disease spread via the respiratory route

The best way to protect from measles is for your child to have the MMRV vaccine which protects against Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Chicken Pox (Varicella). This is given around 12 months and 18 months

First symptoms of measles include:-

🔹 high temperature 🌡️
🔹runny or blocked nose 👃
🔹 sneezing 🤧
🔹cough 😷
🔹 red, sore, watery eyes 👀

Later symptoms can include:-

🔸 white spots in the mouth 👄
🔸 the measles rash which usually appears after the cold symptoms usually behind the ears and on the face first 👂🏼
🔸 the rash is sometimes raised and joins together forming patches
🔸 the rash is not usually itchy

How to treat measles:-

🔺rest and drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration 💦
🔺take age appropriate medication to reduce temperature 🌡️
🔺use cotton wool soaked in warm water to remove crusts from eyes 👀

Measles is easily spread so it is best to stay home to prevent spreading particularly to vulnerable people. Measles can cause complications during pregnancy so see your health care provider if you have concerns 🤰🏻

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27/02/2026

⚠️First Aid Friday ⚠️

🌡Dealing with Temperatures 🌡

Following on from the last few weeks of learning vital signs we are sharing some handy tips for dealing with a temperature

Having a temperature shows you that the immune system is doing what it is meant to do… It heats up to try and fight off bugs, viruses and infections

What should you do if your little one has a temperature?

🥤Give them plenty of fluids
💦Look out for signs of dehydration
🍼Give them feeds/food as normal if they want it
⏱Check on them regularly throughout the night
🏡Keep them home
💊Give paracetamol or ibuprofen if they are distressed or unwell (liquid)
🧑‍⚕️Get medical advice if you are worried

Most importantly lots of love 💗💗💗

Do not

❌Undress them or sponge them down
❌Do not cover them up in too many clothes or blankets
❌Do not give aspirin under 16 years old
❌Do not combine Paracetamol and ibuprofen unless a GP has advised you to
❌Do not give paracetamol under 2 months
❌Do not give ibuprofen to a child under 3 months or under 5kg
❌Do not give ibuprofen to children with suspected or diagnosed asthma

22/02/2026

💙❤️ DINKY MEDICS ❤️💙

On Friday, our Dinky Medics had so much fun learning all about taking care of ourselves and of others too!

Great work Dinky Medics, are Bear Friends are all better now, thanks to you ❤️

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