Welcome to our Blog!
This is where we will share our children’s health opinion pieces, advice, tips and tricks, resources and so much more. Check back here frequently for the latest baby and child health news and insight from us!
As parents, knowing where to go when your child is sick or injured can be stressful. Medicare Urgent Care Clinics (UCCs) offer fast, bulk-billed care for non-life-threatening conditions—bridging the gap between GPs and hospital EDs. CPR Kids Founder Sarah Hunstead shares her firsthand experience and what families need to know. 💙
Popcorn may seem harmless, but for children under 4, it’s a leading choking hazard—especially in daycares and party settings. Discover why popcorn is dangerous, learn from real-life stories, and explore essential choking prevention tips. Plus, download our free guide and watch our first aid video to ensure you’re prepared to keep little ones safe.
CPR Kids' 2023-2024 Impact Report highlights a year of empowering over 8,000 families with life-saving skills, hosting Australia's first Paediatric First Aid Conference, and expanding our reach to regional and vulnerable communities. Together, we're creating safer homes and brighter futures.
Allergic reactions in babies can happen quickly, often within minutes of exposure to an allergen. It’s essential for parents and caregivers to know the signs of mild and severe reactions, including anaphylaxis, and to act swiftly. This guide covers everything you need to know, from recognizing symptoms to administering first aid and staying prepared for emergencies.
Earlier this year, the recommendations for safe insect repellent use were updated. Here is what parents and carers need to know;
Collecting a urine sample from your little one doesn’t have to be stressful. Our expert tips and parent-tested tricks make it easier for babies and toddlers, with guidance on ensuring a clean, accurate sample. Read more for practical advice from child health experts!
Born with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), Alexis faced unimaginable challenges from birth, her skin as fragile as butterfly wings. Despite infections, daily wound care, and the heartbreaking diagnosis of stage four renal cancer, her parents, Alarna and Harley, dedicated themselves to giving her the best life possible. After Alexis's passing, they now raise awareness for EB through DEBRA Australia, determined to support other families and honour their daughter’s legacy.
When your baby cries for hours on end, it can feel overwhelming and exhausting, especially when nothing seems to soothe them. Parents often hear the term 'colic' to describe this excessive crying - but what does that really mean, and what can you do about it?
A mother from New South Wales is sharing her son Alex’s story to raise awareness about the risks of the cold sore virus after her 14-month-old was diagnosed with HSV keratitis.
Discover Delilah's courageous battle against sepsis after a seemingly harmless skateboard fall. Learn how her family navigated the medical crisis, from swift diagnoses to emotional resilience, and the crucial lessons they want to share with other parents about recognising the signs of sepsis and advocating for your child’s care
Did you know the correct first aid response to a nosebleed is not pinching the nose and tilting the head back to stop bleeding?
Did you know that using a spacer with a puffer (metered dose inhaler) increases the medication's effectiveness by up to 70 per cent?
Easy to follow, step by step advice
Written by our very own Sarah Hunstead. This book will show you how to: assess a situation and stay calm, treat an injury in a child-friendly way, recognise warning signs, know when to get help, and make your home child-safe.
Join our communitySign up to receive our newsletter
Don't take our word for it... here's what our CPR and first aid attendees say...
With an NPS of 93 – we care about your time with us and it shows.
Learn essential life-saving skills and how to confidently act in an emergency situation.
Join the thousands of Australians who have been empowered at a CPR Kids class.