Engage. Educate. Empower.
Could you save your child's life?
Prepare now for peace of mind later.
Rescueblue is Australia’s leading paediatric first aid provider, operating in all Australian states and territories. Our Little Aid workshop complies with the Australian and New Zealand Committee On Resuscitation (ANZCOR) guidelines.
All Rescueblue trainers are registered operational paramedics, the experts in prehospital care. They respond to life threatening emergencies on a daily basis. They bring their experience from the field to the classroom, to provide you with the necessary training, and teach you what you need to know when moments count.
Our Courses
Our Story
Theo Mallos is an Intensive Care Paramedic, a 2018 recipient of the Victor Chang Heart of Gold Award and the owner of Rescueblue.
After attending a heart-breaking job in his role as a paramedic, Theo and his wife Chanelle embarked on a journey to empower all parents and carers with the essential skills needed to save a child’s life.
Five years on, and with thousands of parents and carers trained, Theo and Chanelle invite you to attend one of their truly valuable Little Aid Workshops.
Jess Peters is a mother of two beautiful boys and a registered paramedic with over 11 years experience in emergency prehospital care. Jess and Theo started their careers together working in the busy inner city of Sydney, attending to life threatening emergencies. Jess has since moved to the sunny Sunshine Coast and has taken Rescueblue with her, teaching throughout southern Queensland. Jess aims to educate her community with the skills needed to save a child’s life. Touch base with Jess and let her and her team empower you today.
Kellie Ingram is a mother to two gorgeous children and a current Intensive Care Paramedic and Extended Care Paramedic. Throughout her career she has worked in the rural and metropolitan settings, while gaining an abundance of knowledge along the way. Kellie lives on the beautiful South Coast of NSW, running regular courses throughout the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands. Kellie’s goal is to empower parents through education and prove that first aid really is easy.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED IN THE LITTLE AID WORKSHOP?
- The crucial steps to basic life support
- How to manage severe bleeding
- Head injuries
- Identifying the symptoms of meningococcal
- Croup
- Fever and febrile convulsions
- Anaphylaxis and Epipen use
- Burns
- Choking
- CPR (the various techniques used for a baby, toddler and adult)
CAN I BRING MY BABY TO THE LITTLE AID WORKSHOP?
Absolutely, bring your kids and babies! It wouldn’t be Little Aid without little people!
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM/MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE FOR A PRIVATE LITTLE AID WORKSHOP?
The minimum requirement to host a private Little Aid Workshop is 6 people. We do not have a maximum number, however if we feel that the group is becoming to large we may bring an additional trainer along at no extra charge to you.
WHO IS THE LITTLE AID WORKSHOP TAILORED TOWARDS?
Everyone! We highly recommend our workshop to parents, nannies, grandparents and babysitters. Basically anyone who will be looking after your child.
HOW LONG DOES THE LITTLE AID WORKSHOP GO FOR?
The training ranges from 2.5 – 3 hours depending on the size of the group and questions.
I LIVE IN A SMALL APARTMENT; CAN I STILL HOLD A LITTLE AID WORKSHOP?
We love cozy! All we ask is that each participant has enough room to sit on the floor with a mannequin.
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE BIG GROUP, HOW CAN I ATTEND A LITTLE AID WORKSHOP?
Rescueblue holds Public Little Aid Workshops monthly that anyone can attend. These are held Australia wide. See our “Public Little Aid Workshop” page for times and dates for a workshop near you.
QUIZ: COULD YOU SAVE A CHILD’S LIFE IN AN EMERGENCY?
See What We Are Doing
Our Instagram is the best place to catch up on all things Rescueblue. We conduct kids and baby first aid / CPR training and workshops for parents regularly. Our courses are available in Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Australia-wide. Jump over and give us a follow!
Introducing our newest Rescueblue trainer Michelle! When Michelle’s son was a little bub he gave Michelle the fright of her life by choking on a piece of pear! Michelle was able to dislodge the pear using back blows, essentially saving her child’s life. The reality is that accidents can and do happen, for Michelle it happened when she was not at work and had no equipment. It was basic first aid that saved her child’s life. Michelle is the newest member of our team who is more than happy to share her experience to empower other parents! 💙👶🏻🚑 @michelle.e.s @rescueblue_littleaid • www.rescueblue.com.au •
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💔 Would you know the corrections CPR hand placement for a...
👶🏻 Newborn < 1 year
👶🏻 Infant 1-8 years
👶🏻 Adult 9 years +
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Engage. Educate. Empower
To listen to the full podcast head to @mark_bouris and click link in bio.
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The first night at home with your newborn baby can be a frightening experience for anybody. Find out how @mark_bouris handled his first night as a dad. Our founder Theo Mallos, is featured on The Mentor @mentored_au podcast tune in and hear what he has to say. #entrepreneur #business #parenting
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What is HypnoBirthing? How does it work? I’m pregnant, when is the best time to start taking classes? What is the most important aspect of a doula? Join our very own Jess and Meaghan Amor @meaghan_amor owner of ‘A Place called Birth’ at the Light House in Currumbin Waters for a LIVE CHAT this WED 5 MAY 8PM to learn the benefit of holistic care from conception to birth and beyond! Don’t miss it! 💙👶🏻🚑 www.rescueblue.com.au
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MELBOURNE✨What if your child started choking? Or stopped breathing? Would you know what to do? We are thrilled to team up with Tidal Flow Yoga @tidalflowyoga to bring you our truly valuable Little Aid - Baby First Aid Workshop! Spots are limited so book in now for SUN 16 MAY (10:30am-1:30pm). Link in bio ☝️Training will be conducted by our founder Theo Mallos, current operational Intensive Care Paramedic and father. Recommended to all carers with kids aged 0-12 years. Topics include:
👶🏻 The crucial steps to basic life support
👶🏻 How to manage severe bleeding
👶🏻 Head injuries
👶🏻 Identifying the symptoms to
👶🏻Meningococcal
👶🏻 Croup
👶🏻 Fever and Febrile Convulsions
👶🏻 Anaphylaxis and Epipen use
👶🏻 Burns
👶🏻 Choking
👶🏻 CPR
E: hello@rescueblue.com.au | www.rescueblue.com.au 💙🚑
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What a morning! 🎥 🎬 Stay tuned for the next episode of the @mentored_au where our very own Rescueblue founder Theo Mallos is interviewed by the great @mark_bouris. From shootings to delivering babies and everything in between. Keep an ear out for the full interview! @rescueblue_littleaid @littleaid_aus 💙👶🏻🚑
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Tips for avoiding bath time toxins! 🛁
It can be overwhelming but also empowering to learn more about what ingredients both you and your baby should avoid. At a glance, here’s three commonly featured offenders that you need to be aware of.
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID
PARABENS
As mentioned, any ingredient that ends in paraben, such as ethylparaben, methylparaben, or butylparaben, should be avoided.
“ETH-“
Avoid products that have ingredients containing the letters eth – such as polyethylene glycols (also listed as PEG) or Phenoxyethanol as they contain 1,4-dioxane which is a known carcinogen.
SODIUM LAURYL (ETHER) SULFATE
Also labelled as SLS, SLES, sodium dodecyl sulfate or sodium PEG lauryl sulfate. This synthetic ingredient makes shampoo and other products nice and foamy but it can irritate the skin, eyes and lungs and also contains the harmful 1,4-dioxane. #rescueblue
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New parents: don't forget to join us live tonight!
Topic: What To Expect During The Post-Partum Experience
Time: 8PM, Thursday 22nd April
Join us live with @shine_postnatal to discuss everything postpartum 👶
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Would you know how to identify Respiratory distress in your newborn or infant?
Newborns and young children are likely to display retractions on the chest when they are in respiratory distress. Retractions indicate that the body is straining to get enough oxygen. Newborns and very young children are particularly likely to display retractions in response to respiratory distress.
During a retraction, the chest caves in around the ribs and can often be seen by:
👶🏻 the intercostal retractions (spaces between the ribs)
👶🏻 substernal retractions (under the sternum) and subcostal retractions (under the rib cage)
👶🏻 supraclavicular retractions (the little triangle space just above the clavicle.
Children in respiratory distress may also often display with:
🚑 faster breathing
🚑 fairing nostrils
🚑 noisy grunting breathing
We always recommend that parents get familiar with what NORMAL breathing looks like in their newborns so that they are able to identify changes when they occur. A good way to do this is to take a recording of your babies breathing when they are fit and well so that you have a video to refer back to make comparisons with when your child becomes unwell. This way you will be able to easily identify any changes to their breathing patterns and notice any additional muscles being used.
By learning how to identify retractions you will be able to get help for your child in a more timely manner. If you notice any signs of respiratory distress in your child, then we want you to seek medical attention immediately or phone 000 and we will come assist you.
To learn more about what to do in an emergency situation, join us at one of our many public workshops 💙👶🏻🚑 www.rescueblue.com.au
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New parents, this one's for you! Join us live with @shine_postnatal to discuss everything postpartum 👶
🗓️ Put it on your calendar 👉 8pm, this Thursday 22nd April!
Topic: What To Expect During The Post-Partum Experience
Time: 8PM, Thursday 22nd April
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"I just wanted to say Kerri, and the course, were amazing. All of the new mumma’s came away feeling more confident and assured.
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In addition to her knowledge, Kerri had amazing energy, was great at involving the little babies and working their many outbursts into funny commentary which really lightened the mood and made the social anxiety of having an unpredictable child in a group situation disappear.
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Kerri was flexible, not rushed but comprehensive."
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Thank you Lauren for your kind words! And thank you, as always, to our amazing trainers for the valuable work you do 🚑💙👶🏻 #rescueblue
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WHEN SHOULD I INTRODUCE SOLID FOODS TO MY BABY?
"Anytime between the ages of 4-6 months is perfect, depending on when your baby seems like they're ready. Ideally, they would be able to sit supported in a highchair, and they may have shown some interest in the food that you’re eating.
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If you’re not sure if they’re ready, it doesn’t hurt at all to just give it a go– choose a day where you’re not too busy or stressed out (if you’ve got older children, then that’s probably never!), sit them in a highchair, and try to feed them a very small amount of thin puree on the end of a soft teaspoon.
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It’s very normal for them to push their tongue out so that the food comes out, just simply scoop up the food and try again. They should eventually get the hang and realise that their tongue needs to go the other way in order to swallow! If it’s not working, call it a day and try again in another couple of weeks or so."
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Words via the brilliant @drhayleyworth - check out our full conversation on Introducing Solids on our IGTV or blog (link in bio). 🚑👶🏻💙 #rescueblue
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Car safety tips part 2! 🚗 #rescueblue
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SNACK WITH CARE
Be careful when giving your littles one’s snacks to eat in the car while driving. Children must be supervised when eating to avoid choking, so when it’s time to have something to eat, we recommend pulling over somewhere safe so that you can watch your child eat. We do not recommend letting your child eat while you drive as you may miss a complete obstruction.
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BEWARE OF PROJECTILES
Beware of projectiles in the car, such as sippy cups or heavier toys. Although they may seem harmless, during a crash these objects can be thrown around a car and have been known to cause serious injury.
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ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME FOR TRAVEL.
When travelling with a baby, you may find you need to stop more often or for longer than planned. Allow yourself lots of time to travel. You may also want to check real-time information on traffic jams road conditions and closures
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Safe travels! 🚗
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It's holiday time again which means a lot of our families are on the road exploring new places. With all this extra time in the car it's important that we are ensuring safe travel with our Little ones. Here are our top tips to ensure car safety this holiday! 🚗 #rescueblue
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PREPARE THE CAR
Before putting your kids in the car, turn the car on for a few minutes with the air conditioning running first to make sure the car cools down before sitting them in their car seats.
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TRAVEL IN THE MORNING
Where possible, travel in the morning when the sun is less hot! Child car seats have been known to get very hot, so dress them in a fewer layers to avoid over heating.
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AVOID DEHYDRATION
If your baby is still solely on breast and bottle feeds, then it is recommended that you offer extra feeds while travelling to minimise the risk of dehydration.
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TAKE BREAKS
Babies are not meant to spend long periods of time in their car seat. During stops, allow your baby to kick, roll or crawl around on a rug on the ground where it is safe for them to do so.
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Safe travels! 🚗
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When should I introduce solid foods to my baby? What food should I start with? What can I do to prevent my child from developing food allergies?
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We'll be answering ALL THAT and more, LIVE tonight with @drhayleyworth 👩🏻⚕️ Join us at 8pm, Friday 9th April! #rescueblue
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Traveling with kids tip #2! 🛬
DRESS THEM IN BRIGHT, COLOURFUL CLOTHING -
Literally make your child stand out in the crowd! So that if they do get away from you, they are easier to spot amongst the masses.
✈️ See more safety tips for traveling with kids on our latest blog post! Link in bio. #rescueblue
Don't forget! 🚑 We're going live tomorrow (Friday 9th) at 8PM with @drhayleyworth to discuss allergies and introducing solids. Don't miss it!
We’re going live again! Join us this Friday, 9th April at 8pm with @drhayleyworth 🚑 #rescueblue
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This week we’ll be discussing introducing solids and preventing food allergies in bubs! This is a very important topic for anyone with young children - you don’t want to miss this one.
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We'll teach you all the basics in 10 minutes with time for questions!
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Head to our stories to send us your questions and we'll see you on Friday 9th April, 8PM. 🚑
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*Please note: Dr. Worth is more than happy to answer your questions, however, her advice will be general in nature and should you require specific medical advice, please be sure to contact your GP or ED instead.
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Traveling with kids? 🛬 Read our tips👇
Losing your child while traveling is every parents worst nightmare. One of the best things you can do to help someone identify your child in the case they get separated from you is have your name and phone number written on their clothing or on their body somewhere.
Either writing it on their t-shirt, on their forearm using a non-toxic ink, or having a little bracelet made up with your contact details on it will assist in the event that you get separated. There are also a range of wearable tracking devices for children now available on the market!
✈️ See more safety tips for traveling with kids on our latest blog post! Link in bio. #rescueblue
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Happy Easter, bunnies! 🐰 We hope you're enjoying the holidays and goodies 🍫 don't forget to watch our latest reel for Easter egg hunt safety tips! 🐣 #rescueblue
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