Parent First Aid

Cleaning your hands regularly prevents many common illnesses.

Make sure you and your children clean your hands:
👐 before you eat or prepare food
👐 after playing with your pet
👐 after coughing or sneezing
👐 after you use the toilet
👐 after you use public transport

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Before You Pack the Suitcase, Pack Some First Aid Knowledge!
Essential First Aid Tips for Parents Travelling with Children This Summer

Summer holidays are a time for fun, adventure, and creating family memories. Whether you're heading to the beach, exploring Ireland, or travelling abroad, a little preparation can help keep your children safe and ensure you're ready if an accident happens.

Children are naturally curious and active, making bumps, burns, falls, and other minor injuries more likely when away from home. Knowing some basic first aid can help you stay calm and respond confidently.

Top Holiday First Aid Tips for Parents

☀️ Protect Against Sunburn

Apply high-factor sunscreen regularly.
Encourage children to wear hats and protective clothing.
Keep babies and young children out of direct sunlight during peak hours.
Cool sunburned skin with cool (not icy) water and seek medical advice if blistering occurs.

🌊 Stay Safe Around Water

Never leave children unattended near pools, beaches, lakes, or paddling pools.
Ensure young children wear suitable flotation devices where appropriate.
Learn CPR – it can be a lifesaving skill in a water emergency.

🍦 Watch for Choking Hazards

Cut grapes, cherry tomatoes, and similar foods into small pieces.
Supervise children during mealtimes.
Know what to do if a baby or child begins choking.

🐝 Be Prepared for Stings and Bites

Carry antihistamines if recommended by your healthcare professional.
Remove stings carefully and apply a cold compress.
Seek urgent medical help if signs of a severe allergic reaction occur.

🚗 Travel Safely

Check that car seats are fitted correctly.
Take regular breaks on long journeys.
Keep water and snacks easily accessible.
Pack a Family First Aid Kit

A simple travel first aid kit should include:

✔️ Plasters
✔️ Sterile dressings
✔️ Antiseptic wipes
✔️ Adhesive tape
✔️ Disposable gloves
✔️ Thermometer
✔️ Child-friendly pain relief medication
✔️ Tweezers
✔️ Sunscreen
✔️ Insect bite relief cream

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We have a few tickets remaining for next Thursday's 2 hour Parent First Aid class in the South Court Hotel, Limerick from 7pm to 9pm.

This class is designed for parents, expecting parents, grandparents & childminders.

Book Online >

Limerick Learn Life-Saving Skills in Just Two HoursOur 2-hour Paediatric First Aid Class is the perfect introduction

We are in Scoil Cholmcille National School, Dublin 13 this morning delivering basic first aid skills to the 6th class pupils.

This is our third year visiting this fantastic school.

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🌊 Rip currents can happen quickly and catch even strong swimmers off guard.
Knowing what to do could save your life — stay calm, don’t fight the current, and swim parallel to shore to escape.

Always swim where it’s safe, never swim alone, and look out for each other this summer. 💙

Parent First Aid class dates now live on our website & ready to book online. Do book early as places are limited on each class.

Book online at www.parentfirstaid.ie

Enjoy the sunshine. Sun Safety for Children 🌞

We have one ticket left on our Cork & Galway classes this evening from 7pm to 9pm.

View class details & book online > https://www.parentfirstaid.ie/courses-2/

One tickets left for this evenings online Parent First Aid class via Zoom. Learn life saving paediatric first aid skills from the comfort of your own home.

Book Online > https://www.parentfirstaid.ie/events/online-parent-first-aid-class-82/

Book your Parent First Aid class today at www.parentfirstaid.ie