Mini First Aid Swansea, Bridgend, The Vale & Caerphilly

22/12/2025

Reviews like this mean so much to us 💚

Preparing for a baby can feel overwhelming, and knowing what to do in an emergency can make all the difference. We’re so pleased this family left feeling confident, prepared, and reassured after their Baby & Child First Aid class.

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience - it’s exactly why we do what we do 🤩

21/12/2025

NEW VENUE 📍GNOLL COUNTRY PARK, NEATH

Would you like to learn how to deal with an emergency involving a child? Why not book onto our upcoming baby and child first aid class?

We are delighted to be running a session at the brand-new visitor centre at Gnoll Estate Country Park, Neath, on:
Saturday 17th January 10:00-12:00

- Our classes are relaxed and informal and babies under 1 are more than welcome to come along with you. Feeding/changing is also not a problem!

- Our classes are healthcare professional led and in 2 hours you will learn about CPR, choking, burns, bleeding, bumps to the head, febrile seizures, meningitis & sepsis awareness and more!

- You'll have the opportunity to practice your skills on the baby & child manikins and you will take home a Mini First Aid booklet covering all the key points.

- The cost is £30 per person. We keep groups small and informal so booking is essential as places are limited.

To book a space please visit our website:
https://swansea.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers

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19/12/2025

🎄 Thinking about water beads as a Christmas present? 🎄

Water beads can look like a lovely sensory toy - when soaked in water they grow into colourful, squishy balls that feel nice to play with.

But it’s important to know the risks.

When dry, water beads are tiny and very easy for young children (or pets) to swallow. If swallowed, they can continue to absorb fluids inside the body and expand, which can cause a blockage in the digestive system. In some cases, this may require surgery to remove.

There is also a choking risk if beads are put in the mouth.

The Office for Product Safety and Standards advises that water beads should be kept away from children under 5 and only used with older children under close adult supervision.

If you already have water beads at home, please store them safely out of reach. If you’re considering them as a gift, it’s worth thinking carefully about the age of the child.

For more information, visit the Child Accident Prevention Trust.

https://capt.org.uk/keep-water-beads-away-from-young-children/

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03/12/2025

🏆 Winner! A Gold Award for our Baby & Child First Aid Classes!

We're delighted to have won a gold Mother&Baby Award in the Pregnancy Products category for our flagship class - Baby & Child First Aid for Parents & Carers 🎉

It's the first time our classes have been included in this award category which makes it extra special to have taken the top prize. Thank you, Mother & Baby Awards, for recognising our 'unique and crucial product, which could potentially save a life' - it was noted that 'parents were comforted by the expertise and knowledge' imparted in our classes.

That's what it's all about for us, giving expectant and new parents and carers the knowledge, skills and confidence to deal with first aid accidents and emergencies.

If you would like to learn more about our award-winning two-hour baby & child first aid classes, please check out our website, where you can also find a class in your local area.

🔗 https://minifirstaid.co.uk/classes
📍 UK Wide
💷 From £30 per/person

27/11/2025

⚠️ Button Battery Warning ⚠️

Perhaps you are very careful not to buy toys with button batteries, but many common items in your home also contain them, which means there is always a risk that they could be accessible to your child.

Button batteries are small, shiny and just the kind of item that a toddler or small child might pop in their mouth or easily swallow. If swallowed, they can get stuck in the food pipe, where saliva creates a chemical reaction that produces caustic soda. This can cause severe internal burns, internal bleeding, and in extreme cases, death.

We have highlighted a few items in this carousel that can contain button batteries. Take a look around your home to spot where you might find them 👀 And here are some top tips for helping keep them out of your little ones’ hands and mouth:

Make sure all the battery compartments are secure and unable to be opened by a small child.

Think about where you store your replacement batteries for these items. Are they completely out of reach for children?

When you are changing batteries, what do you do with the old ones? Make sure you immediately put them somewhere secure and don’t leave them lying around or forget about them. We advise always taking old batteries to a recycling centre so they don’t make their way to landfill.

Button batteries are everywhere, even in surprising places, so it’s super important to know the dangers, assess your risks at home and mitigate as far as possible.

27/11/2025

With Christmas fast approaching and many of us buying toys and gadgets for our children, it's worth a little reminder about one hidden danger that could be in your child's Christmas present, but could also be in everyday items around your home.

https://swansea.minifirstaid.co.uk/blog/the-hidden-danger-in-your-home-button-batteries-and-how-to-keep-kids-safe

When you think of household hazards, things like cleaning products, sharp corners, or hot pans probably spring to mind. But there’s anot...

23/11/2025

Road Safety Week is always a great time to share this reminder about your child's roadside visibility in these darker winter months.

This image shows the difference in visibility between a child wearing a dark coat (bottom image) and the same child wearing a bright coat (top image), waiting to cross a road in the evening light.

If your child wears a dark winter coat, bear in mind that car drivers may not see them as clearly if they were to step out onto the road.

Of course, the main focus needs to be on driver awareness and reducing car speed, particularly around schools, but it doesn't hurt to think about small changes we can make that can perhaps add extra protection for our children, such as buying bright clothing!

Please share for awareness 💚

14/11/2025

🟢 Childhood diabetes 🟢

It's World Diabetes Day on the 14th November.

This week in our blog we're talking about diabetes in children - what it is, the signs to look out for, and what to do if you’re worried. With expert advice from a paediatric diabetes nurse and Diabetes UK, it’s a must-read for any parent or carer.

We explain the simple 4Ts - toilet, thirsty, tired, thinner - to help you spot the early symptoms.

Diabetes can be serious, but knowing the signs means you can get help fast. Read the blog to learn more and feel confident in what to do.

https://swansea.minifirstaid.co.uk/blog/understanding-childhood-diabetes-what-every-parent-needs-to-know

09/11/2025

A big thank you to everyone who joined our Baby & Child First Aid classes at Bryngarw Country Park, Bridgend and Llys Nini Rspca, Swansea this weekend!
It was such a pleasure meeting you all and helping you gain confidence in these vital skills 💚

Looking forward to our next class at Bronleigh House, Neath next weekend!

05/11/2025

Lowri had a lovely time meeting some of the pre-schoolers at Abigail's Day Nursery. They met Ted and learnt what to do in an emergency.

Our early years class is designed for children aged 3-6 to learn the first steps in first aid, it’s always incredibly rewarding to teach!
A big well done to you all, mini first aid superstars! 🙌⛑️

05/11/2025

🔥 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 🔥

With vibrant flashes lighting up the dark and the crackle of sparklers in hand, Bonfire Night can feel magical. But behind every sparkle lies a very real risk if you’re not prepared. That’s why we’ve laid out the most important safety advice to help your family enjoy the moment - without a trip to the first aid kit. From choosing the right fireworks, to making sparklers safe for little ones, this guide walks you through what to watch out for - and what to do if things go wrong. A little caution goes a long way in turning fun into peace of mind.

https://swansea.minifirstaid.co.uk/blog/firework-and-sparkler-safety

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