Darley Avenue Sure Start Children Centre

Measles is one of the most infectious diseases in the world.
This means it is easy to catch and easy to spread. People can be very ill or even die from it.
If you get measles when you are pregnant, it can harm your baby.
But there is a safe vaccination that can protect you.
This leaflet tells you about it.
How Measles spreads
It spreads in the air when someone coughs or sneezes.
What are the symptoms?
High temperature and skin rashes.

What problems can Measles cause?
Adults, and babies (under 12 months) are more likely to have other problems with it.
In some cases Measles can cause chest infections, fits, swelling of the brain and brain damage.
Children may have to go to bed for about 5 days and miss about 10 days of school.
Vaccine
You will be asked by school or your Doctor to have your child vaccinated. Please give your permission.
The vaccine is called an MMR jab.
It protects your child from Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
Your NHS states there is NO link between this vaccine and autism.
The vaccine is used all over the World and is as safe as any other
Contact you GP if you have any questions or concerns

BBC Tiny Happy People have some exciting events happening in our local area at ASDA Eastlands, Manchester on the 7th - 9th August 2023.

The three day events, offer families and their little ones (under 5’s) opportunities to get involved with some special Stay & Plays sessions, to meet and talk to local health care and early years experts and to learn how to unlock the magic of mealtimes with a special guest in the ASDA café. Find out more about each event and book tickets here

BBC Tiny Happy People events at Asda Eastlands Manchester BBC Tiny Happy People are joining forces with BBC Children in Need and Asda on a series of events at an Asda Superstore in Manchester. Get tickets for our Eastland events on this page and find out more about the stay & plays, eating events and expert Q&As.

Are summer activities timetable is here for you. We look forward to seeing you throughout August

Our new what’s on guide is now available. We have lots going on this month and look forward to seeing you soon

Free this Saturday, we’ll come along for a fun filled free fun day!!!

This week we have loads going on for Baby week, why not pop along to Darley Avenue Sure Start Children Centre for a fun filled day!! Please book before attending

Please share your views on childcare

Parent Survey 2022/23 for Families with children aged 0 to 5 years old Please take a few minutes to take our survey.

Safer sleeping for your baby Here are some tips on creating a safer sleep environment for babies.Be cot safe.

🐥 In the run up to Easter, a friendly reminder that Mini Eggs are the same size as a young child's airway.

🐣 They pose a choking risk for children under the age of 4.

🐰 If you're concerned and have a baby under 12 months, our Family First Aid courses are FREE. Visit the Millie's Trust website for more information / book on a course.

Sunshine is coming ☀️

Spread the love with BBC's Tiny Happy People! With Spring starting in less than a month, the sun is coming out to play just a little bit more. We have some great outdoor activities and workouts to share with you, great to release some energy, get active and explore!

Babies have lots of skills when it comes to regulating their own emotions.

Think about sucking and how this helps babies settle. Your baby may use:
• Fingers/thumbs/toes!
• Breast
• Dummies
• Comforters
And of course, sucking may also be a sign that baby is hungry.

Learning to recognise and respond to baby's cues can feel daunting and difficult, but is one of your most important jobs as a parent.

Sometimes if your baby is struggling to cope, they will manage to regulate their own emotions by, for example, sucking. However, at other times this won't be enough and they will need a parent or carer close by to cuddle them, hold them, rock them, feed them (literally filling them up with good stuff!) and to contain their difficult feelings.