Mini First Aid High Peak, Tameside & Oldham

29/08/2026

150 miles completed and still two days to go! 🎉

With a two week holiday and a new puppy, I wasn’t going to take on this challenge, but I decided to do it for such a worthy cause.

Children’s Burns Trust are an incredible charity dedicated to supporting injured children and their families, as well as raising awareness and running vital prevention campaigns.

So, through rain and sunshine, I’ve been out walking! ☀️🌧️ Lots of early morning walks in Lanzarote while everyone else slept, followed by some rainy walks now I’m back home!

A huge thank you to everyone who has walked with me, supported me and donated so far- I really appreciate it.💗

If you’re able to make a donation, no matter how small, I’d be incredibly grateful.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/mfa-northwest

Every donation helps support this amazing cause.🙏🏼

20/08/2026

🌟 We are back at Holy Trinity Church - Gee Cross with our award-winning two hour Baby & Child first aid class🌟

This class is suitable for anyone looking after little ones- parents to be, parents, carers, grandparents.

We cover first aid from birth to 18 years and will give you the confidence to deal with:

Choking
CPR
Burns
Breaks
Bleeding
Trips & Falls
Head Bumps
Febrile Seizures

We also provide Meningitis and Sepsis awareness training in this class.

No babysitter no worries, pre-crawling babies are welcome🤗

Knowledge is power when it comes to protecting and looking after our little ones. You have it in you to save a life 💚

Click on the link to secure your place on our September class👇🏼

https://highpeak.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/open/27214

18/08/2026

☕️ If a hot drink or liquid spill happens anywhere near your child’s nappy, remove it immediately. You can see here how the temperature is retained inside the nappy as the hot water is absorbed.

👶🏼 Nappies are designed to retain liquid so in a hot drink or water spill, all of that hot liquid is being held directly against your little one’s skin which is why it’s important to remove it as quickly as possible.

⭐️ The exception to this is if the material is stuck to burnt skin, do not attempt to peel or remove.

❤️‍🩹 Burns or scalds on the ge****ls can be severe and may warrant further medical treatment.

💚 Our two-hour baby and child first aid classes for parents takes you through exactly what to do if your child receives a burn, what steps you should take, how to treat it and when you should seek further medical assessment.

This August, as part of our Burns Awareness, do something for you and your baby, book a first aid class!

Classes are just £30 per person, check our website to find details of classes near you.

Did you know this about nappies and hot water spills?

30/07/2026

Did you know we offer all of these classes? Everyone should know how to save a life it's the best life skill you should know!

Get in touch and let us show you now.

27/07/2026

20/07/2026

Our award-winning Baby & Child first aid class could help you to save your baby’s life.

Classes cover first aid for babies and children and will give you the confidence to deal with:

Choking
CPR
Burns
Breaks
Bleeding
Trips & Falls
Head Bumps
Febrile Seizures

We also provide Meningitis and Sepsis awareness training in this class.

Classes are perfect for expectant parents, parents, grandparents, carers, nannies, extended family members, or anyone who might look after your little one!

We have lots of upcoming classes so visit our website to find your nearest class:

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

Knowledge is power when it comes to protecting and looking after our little ones. You have it in you to save a life 💚

19/07/2026

⚠️ Save this post! If you are wondering how you should dress your baby for sleep in hot temperatures this summer, check out this guide and save this post to refer back to🌡️

Babies and toddlers under 12 months old are not able to regulate their temperature very well, this function develops as they grow. All babies/toddlers are different and will begin to regulate their body temperatures at different stages so you will figure out what is right for your child.

Remember to touch the back of their neck with the back of your hand to assess body temp rather than checking their hands or feet. The neck should feel warm. If the baby feels hot or his/her skin is damp from sweating, remove some of the bedding. A normal temperature in babies and children is about 36.4C (NHS)

Use layers of clothing with a sleeping bag or lightweight blanket, that can be easily removed or added, while you try to find the right combination. If using a blanket or sheet, follow The Lullaby Trust guidance on placing baby on their back with their feet at the end of their cot or Moses basket, so they can’t wriggle down under their bedding, and ensure the blanket/sheet is tucked in firmly and not above shoulder height.

For older children, the guidance about ideal room temperature is largely the same.

Thank you to The Lullaby Trust for this guidance 💚