Easter is a time of fun, eating chocolate and spending time with loved ones, but itβs important to be careful with your young kids.
Australian paramedic Nikki Jurcutz, who is also CEO of parenting organisation Tiny Hearts Education, is warning parents be mindful while selecting Easter eggs for their little ones.
In a video posted to Instagram, parents were warned not to purchase hard solid eggs because like grapes, they are a choking hazard.
Aussie paramedic reveals why some Easter eggs could be a choking hazard for your kids!
βAvoid mini solid eggs this Easter. They are ROUND & HARD which are two big risk factors for choking,β read the caption on the Insta post.
In fact, parents are being advised to opt for eggs that are hollow.
βThis year when you are doing Easter shopping for your little one, you are going to see so many of these little mini eggs and theyβre delicious but weβre not going to grab them,β say captions in the clip.
βThese tiny mini ones are hard and theyβre round and we know those are two massive risk factors for choking hazards.β
Easter eggs that could be a choking hazard:
Mini solid Easter eggs including Speckled Eggs.
Hollow Easter eggs are less of a risk:
Buy larger HOLLOW eggs instead!
5 healthier sweet treats for Easter
It seems as though the supermarkets start stocking up onΒ hot cross buns, Easter eggs and chocolate bunnies as soon as they pack away the Christmas crackers.Nearly every aisle has some sort of foil wrapped chocolate delight trying to tempt you.
Today we have some great ideas for some sweet treats that you can enjoy over the Easter break that wonβt cause any crazy sugar rushes in your house.
1.Β No Bake Snickers & Coconut Slice
This superΒ easyΒ No Bake Snickers & Coconut SliceΒ can be enjoyed as a refined sugar free slice on Easter (and is perfect while following theΒ 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge). Plus you donβt have to turn the oven on which is always nice.
2.Β Gluten & Dairy Free Raw Chocolate Brownie
This raw brownie is refined sugar free, gluten free and dairy free making it a great choice for anyΒ family with allergies.
3.Β Rich & Creamy Chocolate Mousse Cups
These mousse cups would be a perfect sweet dessert to enjoy this Easter (and are great treats to eatΒ if you are following theΒ 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge).
4.Β Rich And Indulgent Double Chocolate Bliss Balls
If you enjoy a delicious chocolate hit, be sure to pop these rich and indulgent double chocolate bliss Balls on your βto makeβ list this Easter.
5.Β Raw Chocolate Mini Cakes
These lovely Raw Chocolate Mini Cakes use the creamy goodness of coconut cream to add a touch of decadence.
The Healthy Kids Smoothie
If your kids have been good this year, why not treat them to our deliciousΒ Healthy Kids Smoothie!
The Healthy Kids SmoothiesΒ have been specially made as a healthy snack for kids and are ideal if you have fussy eaters or want to ensure your children have a nutritious and healthy smoothie snack.
It also has a 4.5 Health Star Rating when made with skim milk. It contains NO added sugars.
For more information, click here.
For more healthy Easter baking ideas, make sure you check out our Guilt Free Chocolate Treats & Baking Book here!
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