Child health starts with knowledge, trust – and good preparation.

A child’s health is the most valuable thing we can protect and support.

On this page, you’ll find everything you need to act quickly and confidently – in everyday situations, minor incidents, and real emergencies:

👉 First aid tips for babies & toddlers

👉 Real-life stories & recommendations on burns, choking, poisoning, and more

👉 First aid courses & a specially developed emergency kit for parents

We’re constantly expanding this section – with trusted experts and practical content that truly helps.

💬 Got questions or a topic close to your heart? Reach out – we’d love to hear from you.

First Aid Kit by 12minutes

Falls, fevers, everyday mishaps – when it matters most, every minute counts.

The First Aid Kit for babies & children was developed by medical professionals, is compactly packed, and includes everything you need in an emergency – including a step-by-step guide and app-based instructions.


– carefully selected for emergencies with children


included


– from 12minutes


with a case by PAX® (emergency services supplier)


– giving you peace of mind, wherever you go

👉 Discover it now – and be prepared when it counts most.

Travel Pharmacy with Baby and Toddler: What You Really Need!

Foto Produkte aus der Reiseapotheke für Baby und Kind

Even on vacation, accidents can happen – it’s good to have a well-thought-out travel pharmacy always at hand. This is especially true when traveling to countries where you don't speak the language or where the infrastructure isn't as developed as we are used to. Having products that you are familiar with and that are recommended by your doctor provides a sense of calm.

Checking the local emergency numbers and how to get to the nearest hospital at the beginning of a trip can also reduce stress in case of an emergency.

We have compiled for you what is included in our travel pharmacies for babies and toddlers, why these items are included, and what we sometimes carry in our hand luggage.

The Poison Control Center

Accidental poisonings in young children happen more frequently than you might think.

Children explore their environment as part of their normal, natural development. They learn new things by playing with them - trying to open containers, mimicking what they see in siblings or adults, and putting almost everything in their mouths. This can lead to children accidentally drinking, spilling on their skin, spraying in their eyes, or inhaling substances that can poison them. Young children cannot differentiate between what's safe and what's dangerous, so it's your responsibility to childproof your home.

A child can also be poisoned by taking the wrong medication or an incorrect dosage of medication. Always check the age and dosage instructions before giving your child any medication.

If you suspect that your child has come into contact with a poison or has ingested the wrong medication or dosage, don't wait for symptoms to appear. Call the poison control center immediately at (Phone number) and seek advice. Poison control centers are available for acute poisoning cases at all times. You will receive further information and guidance on how to handle the situation. You can find a complete list of all poison control centers here: (Link to the list)

Foto mit Kinderarm, der mit Sonnencreme eingerieben wird und jeweils drei unterschiedliche Sonnencremes von Naif

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Sunscreen for sensitive baby and children’s skin

Foto mit Kinderarm, der mit Sonnencreme eingerieben wird und jeweils drei unterschiedliche Sonnencremes von Naif

Summer, sun... sunscreen!

We’ve taken a deep dive into the world of sunscreens and put together the most important facts to help you choose the right one.

Of course, we also have a personal product recommendation for you – including a discount code!

Check out our article to see what really matters when it comes to protecting your baby’s delicate skin.

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Why You Shouldn't Skip Vitamin D Supplementation Even in Summer

Baby bekommt Vitamin D mit einer Pipette verabreicht.

Quite simply, we looked at how much time our children spend in the sun, how and when, and found that, due to our behavior patterns, they actually have no chance of producing enough vitamin D on their own. Read for yourselves what we have discovered.

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First Aid for Children

If a child is in an emergency situation, it is important to provide help as quickly as possible and seek assistance. Since a child's body is still developing and is more sensitive and compact than that of an adult, first aid for children requires different knowledge and techniques. This is especially true for pediatric CPR, as it significantly differs from that of adults.

Nobody likes to think that their child could be in an emergency situation. However, knowing how to act correctly in such situations is crucial, as this knowledge can save lives in case of an emergency. The most important information and skills can be learned in a first aid course. Such a course should be completed during pregnancy and in the early years of your child's life. A first aid course is essential for gaining the necessary confidence to act correctly in an emergency.

The company 12minutes has developed an online first aid course that includes various modules to cover the most important emergencies involving children. This course provides guidance and support for the right actions and behaviors in emergency situations. With this course, you can learn flexibly and refresh your knowledge every three years to be well-prepared for emergencies. The course is well-structured and even includes a training manikin and a small handbook.

Profiles we love and recommend

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First Aid for Baby & Child Emergencies by practicing emergency physicians.

Foto Dr.med. Vitor Gatinho

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Dr. med Vitor Gatinoh shares his knowledge on the subject of medicine and children.

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Romy (Pharmacist & Pharmacist): Knowledge from the pharmacy for babies and toddlers