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 part of childhood, but they don’t have to come with fear and panic. Penny and Sarah discuss what fevers are, why they happen, and how they’re actually a healthy part of a child’s immune response. With clear and grounded advice, this episode offers practical guidance to help...

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 and small objects. Through real-life stories, including Sarah's own double choking scare, they highlight the speed at which choking can happen—even under the most watchful eyes. This episode aims to equip parents with confidence and practical knowledge to manage choking hazards...

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 families freak out about: fevers, choking, gastro, burns and the rest.  Let's go.   Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment....