Starting Solids
First Aid

Feel calm, prepared and confident to recognise and respond to emergencies that may happen when starting solids.

3 HOUR COURSE • PERFECT FOR MOTHERS' GROUPS

Know what to do, before you need to.

As mums and paramedics, we know how overwhelming it can feel to hand your baby those first pieces of food, and we've seen firsthand how quickly choking and allergic reactions can become frightening emergencies.

That's why we created this course, to replace anxiety with practical skills and confidence, so you can embrace this exciting stage knowing you're prepared should the unexpected happen.

Use DRSABCD and the primary survey to assess your child and identify medical emergencies.
Perform CPR and safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Perform a red flag assessment and confidently recognise signs of critical illness.

Identify signs of respiratory distress in babies and children and know when urgent medical care is required.
Recognise the difference between an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis and confidently provide first aid, including administering an EpiPen and Neffy.
Recognise signs of a potentially dangerous rash and know when urgent medical review is needed.
Recognise signs of severe dehydration in babies and children.
Recognise seizures and feel confident knowing what to do while waiting for an ambulance to arrive.
Understand the risks associated with button battery ingestion and provide appropriate first aid while awaiting urgent medical treatment.

Identify common high risk choking hazards and confidently recognise and manage a choking emergency.
Understand the risks associated with button battery ingestion and provide appropriate first aid while awaiting urgent medical treatment.

Learn the skills to enjoy this special stage, not fear it.

Master lifesaving skills with practical, hands-on training, then refresh your knowledge anytime with 12 months access to our online course.

Private group of parents at a Cradle + Kin First Aid Course

Private Course: Starting Solids

From $1,000

3 hour course • We come to you

Includes 10 people • Additional guests $100 each

Learn the essential first aid skills for introducing solids in a relaxed, practical, and baby-friendly session.

Select a course date

Learn Online

12 months access for $49

Learn at your own pace from home, with practical guidance you can revisit anytime.

ENROL NOW

“I can’t recommend the team at Cradle and Kin highly enough. I was extremely impressed with the in-depth content and delivery of the first aid course. It was entertaining, engaging and the hands-on experience that Maggie and Zoe have as paramedics and mums is invaluable. Their courses are a must for all parents/caregivers of young children.”

- Anon.

“Really specific on choking so really enjoyed it compared to other courses I’ve done!”

- Caris

"Great to have different sized mannequins, real life stories and videos were very helpful, scenarios helpful and Epipen information."

- Sam

“As someone who’s highly anxious about choking and finger foods I’ve come away from it feeling a lot more educated on what to do if there is an emergency or incident when doing solids with my bub. Thanks ladies, for an awesome course. Highly recommend any parents starting solids to complete this one!”

- Katy, Online Course

“It was really well detailed! And although I have my first aid already this format was easy to follow and I feel a lot more confident now.”

- Anon., Online Course

"Very engaging and I really enjoyed the examples of a whole scenario acted out. I found this very helpful because sometimes bits and pieces don't make sense until you see it come together."

- Jaimee, Online Course

“I didn't know what to expect from a baby first aid/starting solids course and I was very happy with the information that was provided. I feel much more prepared for confronting first aid situations with young people.”

- Vanessa, Online Course

“Informative and simple and easy to follow. Interactive and wasn't boring to watch with the humour through it and videos/slides/sound effects etc.”

- Gabrielle, Online Course

“I’ve already recommended this course to my friends , thank you.”

- Jessica, Online Course

Taught by medical pros who have seen it all.

Our educators are registered paramedics, mums, and experienced trainers who continue to work on the frontline for their local ambulance service.

Drawing on current clinical experience, years of healthcare education, and the realities of raising children themselves, they deliver practical, engaging, and evidence based training designed to help parents and caregivers feel calm, confident, and capable when it matters most.

Trusted by families and the professionals who support them.

FAQS

We cover all the essential first aid skills you need to feel confident managing emergencies when starting solids, including:

DRSABCD and the primary survey
CPR for babies, children and adults
Allergies and anaphylaxis
Button battery ingestion
Choking
Dehydration

Plus a few extra lifesaving skills every parent and carer should know:

Red flag assessment (recognising a critically unwell baby or child)
Drowning
Seizure management
Dangerous rashes
Recognising respiratory distress

Hosting a course is easy, all you'll need is:

A comfortable space with room for everyone to sit (a living room or community venue is perfect)
A TV or screen with an HDMI connection
Access to a power point
Wifi

We'll bring everything else, including all training equipment, CPR manikins, defibrillators and course resources.
All you need to do is invite your family and friends, put the kettle on, and we'll take care of the rest.

Absolutely! Our Starting Solids First Aid course is designed for mothers groups with babies in mind.

You're welcome to set up a play mat for your little ones while you learn. Feel free to feed, cuddle, change nappies or settle your baby whenever you need.

Our goal is to create a relaxed, supportive environment where you can learn practical first aid skills without worrying about your little one.

Our course focuses on the first aid side of starting solids, including choking first aid, recognising allergic reactions, and what to do in an emergency.

While we cover practical ways to reduce choking risk, we don't provide detailed guidance on nutrition, meal planning or how to introduce specific foods.

You sure do!

We know you're unlikely to remember every single thing from the course, so we've created plenty of ways to refresh your knowledge long after the day is over.

Every attendee receives a take home magnet pack featuring our Primary Survey Magnet and Medication Tracker, plus a handy keyring with access to our digital first aid manual. The manual covers everything taught during the course, broken down into easy to follow flowcharts and bite sized fact sheets for quick reference when you need it most.

You'll also receive 12 months access to our online course, Starting Solids First Aid, allowing you to revisit all of the content covered on the day.

Our courses are not accredited, which means we can spend less time ticking boxes and more time teaching practical skills that parents and caregivers actually need.

We focus on hands-on learning, real life scenarios, and building the confidence to respond in an emergency, not passing an assessment.

We are however always happy to provide a Certificate of Attendance after the course. Many healthcare professionals use this as supporting documentation for their Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

You'll also receive 12 months access to our online course, allowing you to revisit all of the content covered on the day, plus additional bonus modules, whenever it suits you.