Christmas Tips from Daisy First Aid Tunbridge Wells & Sevenoaks
Christmas is one of my favourite times of year everyone gets together with friends and family, we indulge in food and drinks we wouldn’t normally, and generally have lots of fun and relax. It is an amazing time for children as they are surrounded by excitement, they can get involved and everyone is enjoying themselves.
Here are just a few things to be aware of to help keep your children safe over the Christmas period.
Temperature
This time of year the weather turns cold and so we wrap everyone up to travel and then arrive to lovely open fires and really warm houses. Remember to not put thick coats on when travelling and adjust layers for sleeping babies on arrival. During the day also think about how many layers everyone is wearing and keep active children well hydrated.
Stockings look great over the fire but children can be tempted to try and reach them to take a quick peak.
Nibbles & Drinks
Bowls of nuts, popcorn and even crisps are often left out over this period which young children may be tempted by and pose a choking risk.
Hot drinks can still burn a child up to 20 minutes after they are made and guests whilst drinking and chatting often place these on the floor or on low coffee tables which young children when playing could easily knock or even reach for.
If Mummy and Daddy are enjoying a glass of alcohol consider where glasses are left as children may be tempted to try what you are drinking as well as the risk of breaking glasses.
Granny’s trifle is often full of sherry and so consider alternative deserts too.
Christmas trees with all the flashing lights and decorations can be very attractive to children and babies on the move and so make sure light cables are secure and out of reach and that decorations that could be seen as edible or are breakable are well out of reach or even kept away for a couple of years (bah humbug I know!). More of a challenge when visiting others houses.
Gift Giving
When it comes to present opening be prepared.
If toys need batteries fit them before hand where possible and make sure none are left lying around, for little hands to grab.
Have the scissors ready rather than grabbing a knife to help open some of those big boxes whilst making sure they are out of reach when not in use.
If there are older children as well as young children around keep an eye out for toys that may be attractive to younger children that have small parts such as Lego.
If buying bikes or scooters for the first time don’t forget the helmets.
Games
If playing games as a family keep a eye on small parts that younger members of the family may become attached to.
Be prepared
The shops are closed on Christmas Day and so make sure you have a first aid kit with you and my two just love to get ill at Christmas and so I always make sure I am also prepared for temperatures or allergies.
Merry Christmas