Mini First Aid North Devon & West Somerset

16/01/2026

Have you booked onto one of our Baby and Child first aid classes yet?

This informal friendly class provides practical hands on learning that will ensure you are prepared to handle any first aid emergency with your child.

We cover-
CPR
Choking
Sepsis
Meningitis
Head bumps and emergencies plus much more!

Tomorrow (17th Jan) we're in Braunton
https://barnstaple.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers

Follow the link to book, babies welcome! :-)

12/01/2026

Confidence starts before an emergency does ✅

Our Baby & Child First Aid Class is for parents, parents-to-be, and grandparents who want confidence, not panic, in an emergency.
Relaxed, friendly sessions with practical skills you’ll actually remember.

👶 Expecting a baby?
🍼 Starting weaning?
👶Caring for grandchildren?

✨ Friendly, relaxed & supportive
✨ Hands-on, practical
📩 follow the link to book your place

https://barnstaple.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers

11/01/2026

💚Our multi award winning baby and child first aid classes are aimed at parents, expectant parents, grandparents and anyone who looks after children.

✅The relaxed and informal class gives confidence to deal with first aid emergencies. Classes can be in the comfort of your own home or at an open class for just £30pp, and you can bring your baby along too!

✳️To book or for more information please follow the lonk or message me on 07904015121
https://barnstaple.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers

07/01/2026

This month, the Government launched a chickenpox vaccination programme in the UK, which aims to protect around half a million children each year

GP practices will offer eligible children a combined vaccine for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) - the clinical term for chickenpox - as part of the routine infant vaccination schedule.

According to Government research, chickenpox in childhood results in an estimated £24 million in parental lost income and productivity every year in the UK, so it’s hoped that the vaccine will mean children miss fewer days in nursery and school, so parents will not need to take time off work to care for them.

Lots more information on the vaccine can be found at the link in the comments. Please see your GP to check if your child is eligible and to discuss any concerns you may have.
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03/01/2026

An important message to all parents from our partners at The Sepsis Trust can be difficult to spot, especially when it presents in children under 5.

This New Year, make sure you're and know the signs. It takes five minutes and you might save a life.

Learn more about sepsis here: sepsistrust.org/about-sepsis.

02/01/2026

✨ We’re up to date with the new Resuscitation Council UK guidelines

The Resuscitation Council UK has released updates to paediatric and infant life-support guidance.

If you’ve trained with us before or gained a workplace qualification with us, don’t worry, the qualification remains valid, and the skills you learned are still safe and effective.

First aid evolves as new research emerges, and these updates simply offer techniques that may help rescuers deliver even better-quality care.

Here are some of the key changes:

💚 Baby CPR: The preferred method for infants under 1 is now a two-thumb encircling technique. This can help you achieve consistent, effective chest compression depth with less finger fatigue. Other methods (one-hand or two-hand) can still be used if age-appropriate and needed.

💚5 initial breaths, 15 compressions : 2 breaths are now recommended for paediatric BASIC life support training (previously this was only taught in advanced courses to avoid confusion).

🍇 Choking in infants: Still start with 5 back blows. If that doesn’t work, follow with 5 chest compressions using the encircling technique, which replaces the two-finger approach.

⚡️Using an AED:
• Use paediatric mode for infants and children under 25 kg (approx. under age 8 ).
• If there’s no paediatric setting, use adult mode, don’t delay.
• Pad placement guidance has been refined for clarity and effectiveness.

👌These improvements aim to make life-saving actions even more effective across all ages.

As always, our mission is to make sure you feel confident, informed, and ready to help when it matters most 💚

Resuscitation Council UK

Could you save a life? Follow the link below to book onto one of our Baby and Child First Aid classes, and for our contact details to arrange your next First Aid Training with us.

https://barnstaple.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers/

01/01/2026

A flashback to past classes and courses, we're excited to see what 2026 holds!
We look forward to spending it with you

01/01/2026

Wishing you all a very happy New Year!

New year, new baby? Check out our website for our award-winning parent & grandparent Baby & Child First Aid classes. We can't wait to meet you and your little ones! :-)

*nb, the guidelines for infant CPR and choking have recently changed; if you havent had an update, please join us too!

14/12/2025

If you are almost ready, or already starting the weaning journey with your little one, you may have a lot of questions, and be worrying about gagging, choking and more - we are here to help!

We called in the expert for this fantastic guest blog from Paediatric Feeding and Swallowing Specialist, Laura Bottiglieri - Milk to Mealtime. Laura has supported countless families through their feeding journeys, and her clear, reassuring approach helps turn worry into confidence - exactly what we love here at Mini First Aid 💚

Grab a cuppa and take in all of Laura's brilliant tips and advice 👇

Weaning is one of those parenting milestones that brings all the feelings - excitement, nerves, pride, and a fair bit of “is this normal...

04/12/2025

Would you know how to save your baby's life if they choked or stopped breathing?

Could you recognise Sepsis before it became life threatening?

If its a no, you're not alone - and we're here to help! 💚

Join our 2 hour Baby & Child first aif class, suitable for all members of the family!

Follow the link to reserve your place to feel confident and empowered in keeping your little one safe 💚

17th January 2026 10-12
£30pp with your essential first aid booklet to take away.

https://barnstaple.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers

Babies welcome!

31/10/2025

We're back with a NEW date for our award-winning Baby&Child First Aid class in Braunton! 😀

Our classes are perfect for parent's and grandparents wanting to learn the basics of first aid skills 💪

Follow the link to reserve your place to feel confident and empowered in keeping your little one safe 💚

17th January 2026 10-12
£30pp with your essential first aid booklet to take away.

https://barnstaple.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers

Babies welcome!

19/10/2025

Charlie suffered a life-changing burn injury at just 15 months old when he pulled a boiling hot water pan from the stove.

We chatted with Charlie's mum, Michelle, to find out what happened that day. You can read about the accident, how Charlie's burns were treated and how the family managed with the ongoing trauma and physical recovery.

There is also useful burn awareness advice from Children's Burns Trust

At Mini First Aid, we know that family life can be a whirlwind - juggling dinner, homework, and the endless “Muuum!” moments that fill...