New resource for iHV members – GPP Working with birth trauma

During Infant Mental Health Awareness Week, iHV is delighted to share new Good Practice Points providing up-to-date evidence and references for our members:

NEW: GPP – Working with birth trauma

The iHV partnered with Dr Kirstie McKenzie-McHarg (Consultant Clinical Psychologist, South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust), Dr Camilla Rosan (Head of Early Years, Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families) and Professor Susan Ayers (Professor of Maternal and Child Health, School of Sciences, City University of London) to produce this new GGP.

The majority of women in the UK have birth experiences which are not traumatic, but for those that do a percentage may go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Birth trauma and PTSD can leave parents distressed and struggling with their mental health, their relationship with each other and their relationship with their infant.

It is vital that health visitors and others working with families in the perinatal period understand the potential impact of birth trauma, how to recognise it and what to do.

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New Good Practice Points – Recognising Sepsis in a child

The iHV is delighted to share new Good Practice Points:

NEW: GPP – Recognising Sepsis in a child

These Good Practice Points, authored by Elizabeth Tinsley FiHV, Sister Paediatric A&E, set out what health visitors need to know about recognising Sepsis in a child.

They outline some practical measures along with up-to-date evidence and references.

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New Good Practice Points – Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

The iHV is delighted to share new Good Practice Points:

NEW: GPP – Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy – recognition, diagnosis and clinical care

These Good Practice Points, authored by Dr Henriette van Ruiten, Clinical Research Associate and Paediatric Neurology Grid Trainee, John Walton Muscular Dystrophy Centre and Great North Children’s Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Dr Michela Guglieri, Senior Lecturer and Consultant Neurologist, The John Walton Muscular Dystrophy Research Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, set out what health visitors need to know about the recognition, diagnosis and clinical care of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

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Updated iHV resources for safer sleep #safersleepweek

It’s #safersleepweek – the iHV is delighted to share updated resources for parents and health visitors on safer sleep!

Parent Tips – Safer sleep for your baby

Please share these updated Parent Tips on safer sleep with parents and families:

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Good Practice Points – Safer sleep (iHV members only)

This revised and updated GPP on safer sleep provides up-to-date evidence and references for our Associate members:

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New Resource for iHV members – GPP on Haemangioma

The iHV is delighted to share new Good Practice Points providing up-to-date evidence and references for our Associate members:

NEW: GPP – Recognition and Treatment of Haemangioma

These Good Practice Points, authored by Mr Tobian Muir, Plastic and Reconstruction Surgeon, South Tees Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, set out what health visitors need to know about Recognition and Treatment of Haemangioma.

Health visitors should be aware of the incidence of infantile and congenital haemangioma and their prognosis, and be aware of the features of the different types of haemangioma and be able to recognise those which require treatment and when to refer to the child’s GP.

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Updated GPPs on Healthy Weight, Healthy Nutrition

We are delighted to share three updated Good Practice Points (GPPs) in the Healthy Weight, Healthy Nutrition high impact area:

Complementary Feeding and Baby-led Weaning
Promoting a Healthy Infant and Toddler Diet
Helping the older child to eat well

Authored by Dr Helen Crawley, a registered public health nutritionist and dietician with over 30 years experience in human nutrition, research, policy development and teaching, these three GPPS have been updated to reflect updated evidence based on new research. They set out what health visitors need to know to support Healthy Weight and Healthy Nutrition.

They outline some practical measures along with up-to-date evidence and references.

GPP - Complementary Feeding and Baby-led Weaning

GPP - Promoting a Healthy Infant and Toddler Diet

GPP - Helping the older child to eat well

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New GPP – Signs and symptoms of Varicella (chickenpox) and knowing what to look for

The iHV is delighted to share new Good Practice Points providing up-to-date evidence and references for our members:

NEW: GPP – Signs and symptoms of Varicella (chickenpox) and knowing what to look for

These Good Practice Points, authored by authored by Bridget Halnan, Senior Lecturer in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing and Fellow of the Institute of Health Visiting, and Barbara Potter, RN RHV BSc (Hons) MPH PGCHE FHEA Project Development Manager Institute of Health Visiting, set out what health visitors need to know about the signs and symptoms of Varicella (chickenpox) and what to look for.

Health visitors have a key role in offering advice on the treatment and management of children who have Varicella (chickenpox), as well as identifying vulnerable or at risk groups who may need referral to their GP or a specialist.

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New GPP – Recognition and Management of Hyperemesis Gravidarum

The iHV is delighted to share new Good Practice Points providing up-to-date evidence and references for our members:

NEW: GPP – Recognition and Management of Hyperemesis Gravidarum

These Good Practice Points, authored by Caitlin Dean RN, chairperson of Pregnancy Sickness Support, set out what health visitors need to know about Hyperemesis Gravidarum.

Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a serious complication of pregnancy which can cause dehydration and malnutrition requiring proactive and aggressive treatment. Up to 80% of pregnant women will experience some degree of nausea and/or vomiting in early pregnancy. Although most women do not ask for help or complain about it, approximately 30% of women will require some time off work to manage symptoms and may need treatment if normal functioning, eating and drinking is affected. 1-3% will be diagnosed with HG.

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Updated iHV resources on Umbilical Granuloma

The iHV is delighted to share updated Good Practice Points (providing up-to-date evidence and references for our Associate members) and updated Parent Tips on Umbilical Granuloma.

Umbilical granulomas are one of the most common umbilical conditions to occur in neonates. A granuloma results from an overgrowth of cord tissue remaining after separation of the cord.

Updated GPP – Treatment of Umbilical Granuloma using Household Salt.

These Good Practice Points (updated 2017), authored by Alison Timmins, Health Visitor, Leicestershire Partnership Trust, set out what health visitors need to know about the Treatment of Umbilical Granuloma using Household Salt. Health visitors are well-placed to assess umbilical granuloma and offer advice on its treatment. This GPP provides up-to-date evidence and references.

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Updated Parent Tips – Understanding Umbilical Granuloma

An umbilical granuloma is an overgrowth of tissue during the healing process of the belly button (umbilicus). It usually looks like a soft pink or red lump and often is wet or leaks small amounts of clear or yellow fluid. It is most common in the first few weeks of a baby’s life. These Parent Tips explain to parents what could happen with their baby’s tummy button.

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New iHV resource on Retinoblastoma

The iHV is delighted to share new Good Practice Points on Retinoblastoma, providing up-to-date evidence and references:

Good Practice Points – Signs and Symptoms of Retinoblastoma and Knowing What to Look for

(available to iHV members only)

Authored by Petra Maxwell, Childhood Eye Cancer Trust, these Good Practive Points provide information on the signs and symptoms of Retinoblastoma and what to look for.

Retinoblastoma (Rb) is a rare cancer of the eye which presents in babies and young children mainly up to the age of five, the majority of whom will have at least one eye removed to save their lives.

As health visitors play such an important role in the early stages of a child’s life, it is crucial that you are aware of the signs and symptoms of Retinoblastoma (Rb). Your actions can help to ensure a swift referral pathway for suspected cases.

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