Parkstone Pre-School

Do you have a summer holiday planned? Whether you’re jetting off abroad, staying in a caravan or camping in a field, your holiday should be a joyful time for all the family.

Which is why there’s something about accidents happening on holiday that is especially cruel.

So, here are some top tips to make sure your holiday is remembered for all the right reasons: https://capt.org.uk/staying-safe-on-holiday/

☀️ It’s important to keep your baby cool when you’re out and about, but prams and buggies should not be covered with blankets, cloths, or any cover that prevents the air circulating.

☀️ Covering a pram or buggy with a blanket could lead to overheating, which increases the chance of SIDS.

☀️ Attach a clip-on sunshade to the pram to keep your baby out of direct sunlight and monitor their temperature by feeling their tummy or the back of their neck.

☀️ Find out more at lullabytrust.org.uk/safer-sleep-advice/baby-summer-safety/

The decluttering trend encourages us to decant our cleaning products into jars and other prettier dispensers. But this can put your child at risk.

Please keep products in their original containers and out of reach of curious little hands.

Learn more: https://capt.org.uk/poisoning-prevention/

⚠️ Save and share this post! As UK temperatures rise this week, here is a reminder of the differences between heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Please take care ☀️

Graphic credit: Mini First Aid Swansea, Bridgend, The Vale & Caerphilly

It’s safest if your dog is happy around your new baby. So here are some tips for a good introduction:

🐶 Ask a family member to walk the dog before you bring the baby home, so they’re relaxed

🐶 Say hello to your dog first. Then introduce the baby in a quiet room

🐶 Give your dog lots of treats for good behaviour

For more top tips on preparing your dog for your new baby download our free fact sheet: https://capt.org.uk/resources/your-dog-and-your-baby-fact-sheet/

In the summer months it’s great to open balcony doors and let the fresh air in.

But young children can and, too often, do fall from balconies and suffer serious injuries.

That’s why it’s so important to stay with young children if the balcony door is open and keep the doors locked when not in use.

Plus, don’t forget this applies to holiday homes or places you’re visiting too. Accidents can happen very quickly so please stay safe.

Whilst the warm weather brings lots of opportunities for fun in the sun there are also additional hazards for our little people.

👉Check out our top tips to keep children safe: https://capt.org.uk/focus-on-summer-safety/

This week the children have been learning all about dog safety