Mini First Aid Blog

Breast Cancer Awareness: Why knowing your normal could save your life

We’re all guilty of putting our own health at the bottom of the never-ending to-do list.There are lunches to make, emails to answer, child...

Posted on Oct 1, 2026 by Jo

Meningitis in babies: Symptoms, signs and why trusting your instincts matters

Meningitis is one of those words that most parents have heard, but it can be difficult to know exactly what it means - or what you should ac...

Posted on Sep 29, 2026 by Jo

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)

As parents, we spend so much time celebrating our children's milestones. First smiles, first steps, first words… and before we know it,...

Posted on Sep 25, 2026 by Jo

A Day in the Life of a Mini First Aid Franchise Owner

Ever wondered what it's really like to run a first aid franchise?For Sam and Ross Murray, the husband-and-wife team behind Mini First Aid Do...

Posted on Sep 11, 2026 by Jo

Children’s eye health: When should your child have an eye test?

As parents, we’re used to keeping an eye on all sorts of things when it comes to our children’s health and development. We notice when...

Posted on Sep 4, 2026 by Jo

When should my child stop using baby toiletries? A guide to the years in between

As children grow, their needs change – and that includes their bath and shower routine. But when is the right time to move on from baby to...

Posted on Sep 3, 2026 by Jo

Rear-facing car seats: Why keeping children rear-facing saves lives

If you're wondering how long your child should stay in a rear-facing car seat, you're not alone. Many parents assume it's time to turn their...

Posted on Sep 2, 2026 by Jo

Spotting sepsis early: How the UK Sepsis Trust and Mini First Aid work together to keep families safe

When your child is unwell, it can be difficult to know when something needs urgent medical attention. Most childhood illnesses are nothing t...

Posted on Sep 1, 2026 by Jo

Keeping your baby safe in the sun: the science of shade

As parents, keeping little ones safe in the sunshine can sometimes feel like navigating a minefield of advice. How much shade is enough? Wha...

Posted on Jul 24, 2026 by Jo

From Hope to Parenthood: The realities of growing a family through surrogacy

For some families, the journey to parenthood takes a path they never expected. Surrogacy can offer hope to those who may not be able to carr...

Posted on Jul 23, 2026 by Jo