Meningitis: What every mum needs to know - Brona English, Snap Happy Mammy

In this episode we are joined by Bróna English a nurse and mum of two, mental health advocate and creator of @snaphappymammy to discuss a frightening but important topic, Meningitis. In late December 2021 Bróna’s young daughter became ill quite rapidly. From fun in the shower to lifeless Bróna understood that something must be seriously wrong. Bróna began to check Niamh for any signs or symptoms of what was wrong before trusting her gut and taking her to A&E.Niamh was diagnosed as having Meningitis and in this episode we talk about the early signs every parent’s needs to know and how despite vaccination, Meningitis can still occur and the most important thing parents need to do is to ACT. For more information on the causes, symptoms and support for families who have experienced meningitis please visit actformeningitis.ieeverymum the podcast is supported by WaterWipes, the world’s purest baby wipes, made with only two ingredients, 99.9% purified water and a drop of fruit extract. WaterWipes is one of the most essential products for every mum from that first nappy change to those messy weaning months. Winners of seven National Parenting Product Awards 2021 including Best Baby Wipes, WaterWipes 100% biodegradable**, plastic free and compostable wipes and are proven to be purer than cotton wool and water making them ideal to protect and gently cleanse sensitive, newborn and even premature skin. As the number one wipe in Ireland* together we are committed to providing more support for parents with trusted products and this podcast.*No 1 Wipe in Ireland = *Based on value sales for the 52 weeks ending 10th October 2021. Source: A.C. Nielsen ROI Scantrack sales*Biodegradable - **Within 4 weeks in an industrial setting/plant in accordance with EN13432. Wipe material.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.