Prepared Not Scared

Prepared Not Scared

Hosted by: Penny Blunden & Sarah Duncanson

Your calm in the chaos of childhood illness & injury

Episodes

Keeping the kids safe during the holidays

Season #1

In this episode of Prepared Not Scared, Paediatric Nurses Penny and Sarah help parents prepare for a safe and stress-free holiday season. From preventing injuries to staying vigilant around water, they share practical...
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Spotting and stopping whooping cough in kids

Season #1

In this episode of Prepared Not Scared, Paediatric Nurses Penny and Sarah tackle the alarming rise of whooping cough in Australia, equipping parents with essential knowledge to protect their families during this...
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Childhood Burns 101

Season #1

In this episode of Prepared Not Scared, Paediatric Nurses Penny and Sarah delve into one of the most common—and preventable—injuries in childhood: burns. Through personal stories and professional experience, they...
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The Ultimate Guide to Managing Gastro in Children

Season #1

Paediatric Nurses Penny and Sarah dive into one of the most challenging and contagious childhood illnesses: gastro. Drawing from personal experiences and professional expertise, they break down everything parents need...
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Understanding Head Injuries in Kids

Season #1

Paediatric Nurses Penny and Sarah discuss the all-too-common topic of head injuries in children. From playground falls to tumbles at home, they break down everything parents need to know, including common causes, how...
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It's Hot in Here: Managing Fevers in Children

Season #1

Understanding Fevers – What Parents Really Need to Know In this episode of Prepared Not Scared, Paediatric Nurses Penny and Sarah tackle a topic filled with anxiety for many parents—fevers. Fevers are an inevitable...
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Choking Prevention and First Aid

Season #1

In this episode of Prepared Not Scared, Paediatric Nurses Penny and Sarah share critical insights into choking prevention and first aid, arming parents with practical steps to keep children safe while handling food...
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Trailer

Season #1

Welcome to Prepared Not Scared. Penny from @sick.happens and Sarah from @paeds_education are here to chat all about inevitable illness and injury. We are going to be walking you through all the things parents and...
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