Paediatric Mild Illness & Injury Physical Guide

Calm, evidence-based guidance for the moments parents need it most.

From coughs and fevers to head bumps and tummy bugs, knowing what’s normal — and knowing when to seek help — can feel overwhelming.

Created by a registered paediatric nurse and mum, the Nestwise Paediatric Mild Illness & Injury Guide helps parents confidently recognise common childhood illnesses and injuries, manage symptoms safely at home, and identify when medical review is needed.

Designed for busy families, each durable, ring-bound card provides clear, practical guidance in an easy-to-use format that can be kept in the kitchen drawer, nappy bag, first aid kit or taken on holiday.

Whats inside: 

✓ Rapid Safety Check

✓ Common illnesses and symptoms

✓ Daycare illnesses

✓ Minor injuries and first aid guidance

✓ Signs of serious illness

✓ When to seek medical advice

✓ When to seek urgent medical care

✓ Medication basics and safe dosing reminders

✓ Support and safety information for families

Covers topics including:

• Fever

• Cough and cold

• Bronchiolitis

• Gastroenteritis

• Vomiting and diarrhoea

• Signs of dehydration

• Breathing distress

• Head injuries

• Burns

• Bites and stings

• Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

• Viral rashes

• Conjunctivitis

• Ear infections

• Medication safety

• When to keep your child home from daycare

…and much more. 🤍

Designed for:

Parents and caregivers of children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Product Details

• Premium laminated card set
• Rounded corner cards for durability
• White binding ring for quick access
• Compact size: 70 × 120 mm cards
• Designed and written by a registered paediatric nurse
• Evidence-based and NZ parent focused

Why parents love it 🤍

✔ Easy to find information during stressful moments

✔ Clear visual cues for reassurance, monitoring and escalation

✔ Practical advice you can use immediately at home

✔ No searching multiple websites while caring for an unwell child

✔ Created specifically for New Zealand families

Whether it’s your child’s first fever, a daycare bug, or a middle-of-the-night cough, Nestwise helps you feel informed, prepared and confident in caring for your child.

*This guide provides general health education only and does not replace individual medical assessment, diagnosis or advice. If you are concerned about your child, seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional. In an emergency, call 111.