Author: Heather

Spotting Stress, Preventing Burnout, and Supporting Your Team in September

September often brings a sudden shift in pace. How spotting stress, preventing burnout, and supporting your team in September can prevent absences and mental health conditions. After the slower summer months, workloads pick up, projects restart, and deadlines loom. While this can be energising, it can also lead to stress, overwhelm, and burnout, especially if the […]

What Does the New EYFS-Mandated Paediatric First Aid Training Mean?

The Importance of Paediatric Training on Site: Why Every Early Years Setting Needs It When it comes to the care of children, safety is paramount. We really want you to understand – What does the new EYFS-mandated paediatric first aid training mean? As childcare professionals, the responsibility to protect the children in our care is […]

Summer Routines That Support Neurodivergent Children

Why Routine is a Lifesaver for Neurodivergent Children During the Summer Holidays And How to Build One That Works; Summer Routines That Support Neurodivergent Children. For many families, summer holidays are a time to relax, take trips, and enjoy a slower pace. But for parents of neurodivergent children, this time of year can feel like […]

Why Every Child Should Learn First Aid

Imagine your child knowing exactly what to do if a friend gets hurt on the playground or if a family member becomes unwell. Teaching first aid to children isn’t just about bandages and recovery positions; it’s about empowering them with life-saving skills and confidence that lasts a lifetime. This is why every child should learn […]

Showing Forgiveness to Help Promote Mental Health Wellbeing

Each year on July 7th, we observe Global Forgiveness Day, showing forgiveness to help promote mental health wellbeing.  This awareness day is dedicated to the transformative act of forgiveness. This isn’t just about saying “sorry” or “I forgive you”; it’s about emotional freedom, mental clarity, and inner peace.

Stop the Bleed Save a Life

How first aid and blood donation work hand-in-hand to save lives Every second counts in a medical emergency. Whether it’s a road traffic accident, a workplace injury, or a sudden fall at home, severe bleeding can be life-threatening in minutes.

Lift Smart: Manual Handling That Keeps You Safe

Whether moving boxes in a warehouse, assisting patients in care settings, or handling deliveries, manual handling is part of everyday working life for many people. But doing it incorrectly can lead to serious injuries, especially to your back. That’s why “Lift Smart: Manual Handling That Keeps You Safe” isn’t just a catchy phrase; it’s a […]

Top Tips Managing Panic Attacks

Panic attacks can be sudden, overwhelming, and frightening, here, we will look at the Top Tips Managing Panic Attacks. For both the person experiencing one and those around them. They often come without warning and can be mistaken for a medical emergency, such as a heart attack.

How to Spot Autistic Burnout

Introduction: How to Spot Autistic Burnout Autistic burnout is a real and often misunderstood experience, one that goes far beyond feeling tired or overwhelmed. How to spot autistic burnout can present as intense physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that can occur when an autistic person is pushed beyond their limits for too long, often from […]

Creating Inclusive First Aid Courses for Autistic Learners

First Aid is a life-saving skill that everyone deserves to learn. Creating inclusive first aid courses for autistic learners creates inclusivity and a better classroom learning experience.  But for many autistic individuals, traditional First Aid courses can feel overwhelming, confusing, or inaccessible. With the right awareness and a few thoughtful adaptations, trainers can create inclusive, […]