17/08/2026
Great info: this is why no honey
Even small amounts of honey can potentially pose a risk, so the recommendation is no honey or foods containing honey before 12 months of age.
⚠️ BUTTON BATTERY FIRST AID HAS CHANGED
Would you know what to give a baby under 12 months after a suspected button battery ingestion?
The answer is jam. Not honey. 🍓
ANZCOR has updated its First Aid guidance for suspected button battery ingestion.
👶 Under 12 months:
Give 10 mL (2 teaspoons) of jam every 10 minutes while getting urgent medical care. Do not give honey.
🧒 Over 12 months:
Give 10 mL (2 teaspoons) of honey every 10 minutes while getting urgent medical care. If honey isn't available, use jam.
🚑 Suspected button battery ingestion is a medical emergency.
Seek medical care immediately. Do not delay getting help to give jam or honey.
If the person has difficulty breathing or bleeding, give nothing by mouth.
But prevention is always better.
Button batteries are small, shiny and easy for young children to pick up.
Check toys, remotes, scales, watches and other household devices. Make sure battery compartments are secure, and keep loose or used batteries completely out of children's reach.
For childcare centres, schools and workplaces supporting children, this is also a timely reminder to check your environment — not just your First Aid procedures.
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Did you know about the new jam recommendation?
