Tappy Toes St Albans

3 Things all parents of babies should do

🫶🏼 As first aid trainers, these 3 things we want every parent of babies and young children to do.

1. Take their temperature when they're well.
2. Record their breathing rate
3. Take a video of your child breathing

By doing these three things, you'll know what's normal for your child so if you're worried something is wrong you can detect any changes.

And don’t forget to SHARE with other parents who should know this! ✅
Do you want to feel more confident handling injuries, illnesses and emergencies? Head to www.daisyfirstaid.com to find your local trainer!

How to help a child with a nosebleed

🩸 Nosebleeds can look scary, but most stop with simple first aid.

⛑️ Sit your child down and lean them slightly forward. Pinch the soft part of their nose and keep the pressure on for 10 minutes. If it’s still bleeding do this for another 10 minutes.

⏰ While you’re doing this ask them to breathe through their mouth and spit out any blood. Try not to let go early to check it.

🩸 If it is still bleeding after 20 minutes, keep pinching for another 10 minutes.

🫧 Afterwards, for 24 hours, avoid nose picking, nose blowing, hot baths or showers, and warm drinks.

🚑 Get medical help if it does not stop, the bleeding is heavy, they are struggling to breathe, feel weak or dizzy, or it happened after a head injury.

✅ See a GP if your child is under 2 or gets regular nosebleeds.

Do you want to feel more confident handling injuries, illnesses and emergencies? Head to www.daisyfirstaid.com to find your local trainer!

Why should a child cry immediately after a bump to the head? 🤔

Why is crying after a bump to the head often reassuring?

🙌🏼 Because it usually means your child is conscious, responsive and breathing normally. Crying is a natural reaction to pain, shock and fright, and can be a good sign right after a bump.

⚠️ BUT keep watching them closely afterwards for at least 24 hours.

If they display any of the following symptoms take them to A&E or call 999 immediately.
If your baby or child has:

- Lost consciousness (even briefly)
- Difficulty staying awake or keeping their eyes open
- A fit (seizure)
- Fallen from a height more than 1 metre or 5 stairs
- Problems with their vision or hearing
- A black eye without direct injury to the eye
- Clear fluid coming from their ears or nose
- Bleeding from their ears or bruising behind their ears
- Numbness or weakness in part of their body
- Problems with walking, balance, understanding, speaking or writing
- Hit their head at speed, such as in a car crash, being hit by a car or bike or a diving accident
- A head wound with something inside it or a dent to the head
- Been crying more than usual (especially in babies and young children)
- Vomited since the injury
- Had a change in behaviour, like being more irritable, losing interest in things or being easily distracted (especially in children under 5)

🫶🏼 Crying can be reassuring in the moment, but it’s what happens next that really matters.

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Do you want to feel more confident handling injuries, illnesses and emergencies? Head to https://www.daisyfirstaid.com/ to find your local trainer!

🧡 Children's Safety Week 🧡

This week, we're partnering with Daisy First Aid to share important safety tips that every parent and caregiver should know.

Could honey help save your child's life?

‼️ If you ever suspect a child has swallowed a button battery (those small round coin-sized batteries found in toys, remotes or watches), it’s important to act IMMEDIATELY.

😢 These batteries can start reacting with body fluids and damage tissue within hours, and it should always be treated as a medical emergency.

🚨 Always call 999 or get straight to A&E if you even suspect a child may have ingested one.

🍯 While you’re on the way to hospital the guidance now is that if the child is over 12 months old, giving them 2 teaspoons of honey every 10 minutes (up to about 6 doses) may help slow the chemical reaction and protect the throat and oesophagus until medical care can be given.

⚠️ This is only recommended if it’s immediately available and shouldn’t delay getting emergency help.

Important:
❌ Do NOT give honey to children under 1 year old due to the risk of infant botulism.
🍯 Honey is a temporary measure only – it does not replace urgent medical assessment and treatment.
✅ This is brand new guidance in the UK so please share this post with your parent friends to update them.

Do you want to feel more confident handling injuries, illnesses and emergencies? Head to www.daisyfirstaid.com to find your local trainer!

New Tappy Chat Episode: What Do You Really Need for a New Baby? 👶✨

Preparing for a new baby can feel overwhelming. With endless lists of must-have products, advice from every direction and so many decisions to make, it’s hard to know what’s actually essential.

In this episode, we’re joined by Martha from The Baby Brain, babywearing expert, newborn guru and trusted support for new parents. Together, we unpack what’s worth investing in, common misconceptions around newborn essentials and how to make choices that work for your family, your baby and your sanity.

Whether you're expecting your first baby, navigating the newborn days or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with practical advice, reassurance, and honest conversation. 💛

Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Bgn3QGreHCURp6v62Nvo8?si=4u6J5H7iRaSyW_xwE5YqKw

A FAB summer offer for you 🤩 🌞
Book a trial with us this term and you’ll get your 4th week completely for FREE! 💰
This isn’t an offer you want to miss out on 😨

- Offer accepted on bookings made from now till Sunday 7th June
- I will add the 4th week manually on my system once trial has been booked
- Accepted for all Tappy Toes St Albans and Harpenden dance classes
- Children aged between walking and 5 years.

Come and join us! I know it’s summer but the weather is so unpredictable, it’s raining all this week! So don’t risk it, come and have a dance with your toddler, knowing you’ll have a fun class to go to, no matter the weather! 🌦️

We’re back this week in St Albans and Harpenden! ☀️ and I can’t wait to see you all ❤️
I hope you’ve had a wonderful half term, I’ve definitely enjoyed some time off this week, but have missed seeing all of you and your fabulous dance moves in class!

Haven’t joined us yet but want to? Keep your eyes peeled for a fab deal tomorrow 🤩 you and your toddler won’t want to miss out ❌

Happy Sunday x

“Watch them bloom with every twirl, jump and giggle this spring.” 🌸✨

There’s nothing more magical than seeing confidence grow week by week 💛

We love hearing this!

Parent Review 🌟

“My daughter absolutely loves her classes with her teacher! 💛 The teacher is always engaging, creative and professional, and goes above and beyond to make sure every child can participate and enjoy themselves. It’s such a joy to see how much the children get out of each session. “ - Lauren I

There’s nothing better than knowing our little dancers are having such a positive, inclusive experience each week. Thank you for the kind words Lauren. 🩰✨