Mini First Aid Belfast

02/06/2026

Preparing for your child with allergies for school? Here are some key things to check with the school before term starts:

Arrange a meeting with the school to discuss your child’s allergies and care plan
Make sure staff know where medication & AAIs are stored
Check who is trained to respond to an allergic reaction
Teach your child not to share food or accept treats from others
Ask about allergy policies, lunch safety & risk assessments
Encourage allergy awareness and anti-bullying education in school
Ensure emergency action plans are up to date and easily accessible
Speak with catering staff about safe meal options if needed

A little preparation can help your child feel safer, supported and confident at school

For more check out our FAQs on our website. View the link https://bit.ly/49rOHdv

02/06/2026

Such an inspirational evening at National Allergy Strategy Launch. so passionately highlighting health inequalities and gaps in care for allergy families in NI. Kate Nicholl MLA leading with such empathy and willingness to implement change. Huge thanks to all involved Allergy UK Anaphylaxis UKNatasha's Foundation@BSACI and of course the amazingly brave families & kids I had honour of listening to and hearing their living with allergies experiences and challenges!

We must do better cause everyone deserves better standardised allergy care.

25/05/2026

☀️ Heat exhaustion and heatstroke can happen faster than you think — especially during hot weather, exercise, or long periods in the sun. Knowing the signs could help save a life.

🟠 Heat Exhaustion symptoms:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Excessive sweating
• Muscle cramps
• Feeling sick or very thirsty
• Temperature of 38°C+

➡️ Move to a cool place, hydrate, rest, and cool the body down.

🔴 Heatstroke is a medical emergency:

• Confusion or loss of consciousness
• Seizure/fit
• No sweating despite feeling very hot
• Temperature of 40°C+

🚨 Call emergency services immediately if you suspect heatstroke.

Stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and check on vulnerable friends, family, and neighbours during hot days. 💧☀️

FirstAid

25/05/2026

🥵 Hot nights can make sleep uncomfortable for all of us, but for babies and toddlers, high heat at night can be dangerous.

❗️Babies and toddlers can overheat quickly. The risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is higher in babies who get too hot.

💚But there are lots of things you can do to help keep your child safe while sleeping during warm weather:

✅ Keep the room temperature between 16–20°C
✅ Use a fan to cool the room (but don’t point it directly at baby)
✅ Dress baby in a single layer, like a vest or nappy only
✅ Keep the curtains closed during the daytime so the room doesn’t heat up as much
✅ Avoid using loose blankets or bulky bedding

💚Remember: a cool baby is a safe baby.

💻 Learn more from The Lullaby Trust:
https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/travel-and-weather/hot-weather/

25/05/2026

184 children and young people needed specialist burn care from BBQ injuries in 2025.

For parents, that's a powerful reminder that something as simple as a garden BBQ can quickly become dangerous, especially with curious little ones nearby.

According to the London Fire Brigade, BBQs should always be used outdoors, placed on flat ground, and kept well away from fences, sheds, and anything that can catch fire.

But just as importantly for families is to create a clear "no-go zone" around the BBQ so children can't wander too close.
Never leave a BBQ unattended, even for a moment. Avoid using petrol or other accelerants, and once you're finished, make sure it's completely cooled before moving or disposing of it.

Little hands, fast feet, and open flames do not mix! With a few simple precautions, your BBQ can stay a safe and fun part of summer.

Enjoy a happy and injury-free sunny bank holiday

22/05/2026

Do you enjoy walking and could support new mums to socialise, create new friendships and engage in light physical activity? 'Mums on the Move' is looking for volunteers to help lead walking groups for mums and babies in Randalstown, Antrim, Ballyclare and Rathcoole.
⏰Walk Leader Training takes place in Antrim on Thurs 28 May 2026.
For all the details and to register, visit https://volunteer-now.portal.uk.becollective.com/opportunities/6a0c3017ac8b31edf99c37bd

22/05/2026

14/05/2026

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13/05/2026

Around 1 in 5 women experience mental health problems during pregnancy or within the early postnatal years. We just might not see it openly.

70% will hide or underplay their illness.

Perinatal mental health problems are one of the leading causes of death for women during pregnancy and the year after birth.

Perinatal mental health problems such as antenatal or postnatal depression, anxiety, postpartum psychosis, OCD can range from mild to severe and a lot of cases go unseen, undiagnosed and untreated.

Untreated perinatal mental health problems can cause avoidable suffering, damage families, impact on children, and even cause death or serious injury.

Did your mental health suffer before, during or after pregnancy? Where did you go for help or what did you do to help yourself, let us and our followers know in the comments 💚