Busy Bee preschool Millbrook

It’s that time of year again when mini eggs are lining the supermarket shelves. But, did you know that, just like grapes, they are the perfect size to block a small child’s airway and choke them? And, their hard shell can make it difficult to dislodge with standard first aid techniques.

With whole grapes we advise cutting them in half lengthways and ideally into quarters to create thin strips. But chopping up mini eggs isn’t as easy. So, what can you do?

1. Hide them from the children and eat them yourself – good luck with that!

2. Break them into small pieces with a rolling pin. Or, crush them in a pestle and mortar. Or melt them a little first.

3. Opt for a different treat. Larger, hollow eggs are much safer for little ones.

Visit our choking hub to learn more about common choking hazards and what you should do in an emergency: https://capt.org.uk/choking-prevention/

We will be starting our Early Years Programme soon.

It is a a 10-week programme for Mothers/carers who have experienced unhealthy relationships. There is a separate Thera-Play sessions for their children (3-5 years) delivered by a qualified Play Therapist.

Referrals can be made on our website www.yellowdoor.org.uk or call the admin team on 02380 636312

Well done Lisa Gregory xx

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🎉We have another FREE online event for parents & carers: 'Talking about wee and poo' on Tuesday 14th November, 19.00-20.30 (via Zoom).

Led by our highly trained Family Helpline Advisors, you'll be looking at common bowel and bladder problems that children experience and how you can help overcome and manage them.

✏️ You'll learn...

💦More about how children's bowels and bladders work
💩How to tackle common bowel and bladder problems like constipation, soiling and wetting accidents, and bedwetting
📚Signposting to helpful resources
🥤How to help your child drink better
🚽Help on introducing a daily toileting routine
👩‍🏫Signposting on where and how to get help for your child at nursery, school or in your local health services

Find more information and how to book your place via the link in the comments.

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❗️️PLEASE NOTE: these free events are for parents and carers. If you are a health, education or early years worker interested in events to support you in your professional capacity please see our programme of training courses for professionals on our website.

Dear families
Following advice from the LA regarding storm
ciaran pre school will be closed tomorrow, this is to ensure our families and staff safety.
We will be monitoring the weather and the damage it may cause , if things change we will notify affected families via text , if you do not hear from us then we will reopen at 8.45 as normal on Friday
Take care and stay safe