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This newsletter aims to provide health information and tips for the early childhoodcommunity in Otago and Southland Use it as you wish ndash copy and distributeinformation to parents and whanau and use parts in your own newsletter Previousnewsletters are available at wwwsoutherndhbgovtnzpagesnewsletters
Reminder ndash this newsletter is now only available electronically If you know of anyonewho would like to receive this newsletter please reply with their email address andwe will add it to our mailing list
Ka rere ngᾱ purapura a MatarikiThe seeds of Matariki
This saying makes reference to the snowfalls of winter when Matariki is in the morning sky
For more information talk to your Family Doctor Practice Nurse Plunket Nurse orPublic Health Nurse or visit
wwwimmuneorgnz httpwwwhealthgovtnzyour-healthhealthy-livingimmunisation
Healthy Active Learning
Healthy Active Learning is a new Wellbeing Budget initiative that will promote and improve healthyeating and physical activity in schools kura and early learning services across AotearoaItrsquos based on evidence showing childrenrsquos nutrition and physical activity are linked to bothacademic achievement and improved physical and mental health
The Ministry of Health will develop a toolkit to help all early learning services and schools create ahealthy food and drink environment This will include a focus on healthy food and water-only (andplain milk) policies
A health promotion workforce will be employed by District Health Boards andor Public HealthUnits and will assist schools and early learning services to develop healthy food and water-only(and plain milk) educational environments
For more informationhttpswwwhealthgovtnzour-workpreventative-health-wellnessnutritionhealthy-active-learninghttpswwwhealthgovtnzpublicationhealthy-food-and-drink-guidance-early-learning-services
For advice for your ECE contact Public Health SouthOtagoAnnelies Inghelbrecht anneliesinghelbrechtsoutherndhbgovtnz Ph (03) 4769826SouthlandGordon Crombie gordoncrombiesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph (03) 2118627
Smoky air is a major health riskSmoky fires affect everyone in the community The air pollution they create is a major risk to
peoplersquos health especially
Babies and very young childrenThose suffering from cardiac orrespiratory conditions such as asthmaThose with vascular complicationsfrom diabetesFrail elderly people On top of thatexcessive smoke from fires is
unpleasant and detracts from peoplersquoswellbeing and the quality of theirenvironment
Burn smarterHere are some tips on keeping your fire burning efficiently so you get the best value from your
firewood and really cut down the smoke
Burn only dry wood that has been split properly Green wood is a major contributor ofsmoke and the creosote that clogs chimneysIf wood is damp or gets rained on take small amounts inside to dry out before putting it onthe fireBurn fires bright and hot A smouldering fire creates more smoke and less heat If the glassfront on your wood burner is coated with lsquogunkrsquo it means you are not burning your fire hotenoughAllow your fire to burn out overnight Banking fires causes excessive smoke and airpollution over long periods Keep a supply of kindling handy to restart your burner the nextdayWhen there are only a few glowing embers left build up your fire gradually Putting toomuch wood on too soon will create a smouldering smoky fireBurn only wood Coal domestic rubbish glossy paper magazines and wrappers plasticdisposable nappies electrical cables treated timber and fibreboard rubber products andwaste oils can produce harmful chemicals creosote and air pollution They may alsodamage your wood burner
For more information visit httpswwwbreatheeasysouthlandconz
Fire safety
As fire places get more regular use during winter it is important to remember these tips to keepyour whanau and home safe
Ashes
Keep ashes in a metal bucket for at least 5 daysPour water on the ashes before disposing themKeep ashes clear of buildings and vegetationRemember the wind can transfer embers so a lid on the bucket is a good idea
Fire risk labels
You can help keep your child safe by choosing nightwear that has a low fire danger and byteaching them to be safe around heaters and open fires
No clothes are fireproof however there are things you can look for when choosing safe nightwearfor your child All childrenrsquos nightwear is legally required to have a fire-risk label on it These labelsindicate the level of risk that the item will catch on fire
Where possible choose white label nightwear that fits snugly Baggy or loose nightwear can catchfire more easily
Around the heater or fire
Children should stay at least 1 metre awayfrom any heaters or open fires
Put safety guards around the heater or fire ifthere are going to be young children in thehouse Teach your children the lsquometre fromthe heaterrsquo rule and watch that they donrsquot sitor walk closer than a metre to the heater orfire
For more information visit wwwfireandemergencynz
Making Cars Smokefree by Law
Prohibiting smoking in motor vehiclescarrying children has now become lawmaking smoking or vaping in a car withanyone under the age of 18 an offence Thenew law aims to protect our children from theharmful effects of second and third handsmoke
Second-hand smoke is the smokecoming from the burning end of acigarette that hangs in the airThird-hand smoke is thesmokepoisons within the smoke thathave crept into materials and fabricssuch as your car seats
It is really important that children arenrsquot exposed to smoke anywhere especially cars because itcauses problems with their underdeveloped lungs and immune systemsThe police will be able to issue fines of up to $50 for those smoking in cars with children (thiswonrsquot come into effect for 18 months) the focus will be on educating people by offering referrals tocessation services
Top tips for making your car smokefree
Ask your family to not smoke in the carRemove ashtrays and lighters from your carTell your friends and family that you have a smokefree car - it might help them tooPut a smokefree sticker on your car to remind others that your car (and all cars) is asmokefree space
(English stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-english-version-0Te Reo stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-te-reo-mC481ori-version-1)
Use this free guide for more tips on making your car (and home) smokefreehttpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourceprotect-health-your-children-guide-making-your-home-and-car-smokefree
Think of the kids ndash pregnancy and smokingUnborn babies deserve the best start in life including a safe environment for them to grow in theirfirst home ndash the womb If you smoke while pregnant so does your baby Smoking duringpregnancy exposes your unborn baby to over 4000 chemicals that are in cigarettes which canlead to developmental problems and hinder important lsquofight or flightrsquo reflexes Give your baby thebest chance in life by being smokefree for the duration of your pregnancy and beyond
The Southern Stop Smoking Service is a FREE servicewhere trained coaches work with and support people to stopsmoking They have some great initiatives where you can getpaid to go smokefree
Smokefree Incentive Programme ndash Pregnant WomenIf you or someone you know are pregnant and want togo smokefree for baby and get paid check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_pregnant_flyer_dlpdfSmokefree Incentive Programme ndash SmokefreeFamilies If a child in your family has been admitted tohospital for a tobacco-related problem check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_dl_3pdf
Phone Southern Stop Smoking Service 0800 925 242Email Southern Stop Smoking Service adminstopsmokingnzSouthern Stop Smoking Service Online wwwstopsmokingserviceconz
TOOTH TIPSFOR TODDLERS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
Clean Well
Brush your childrsquos teeth for them usinga small soft bristle toothbrush - assistthem until 8 years old
Brush twice a day morning and lastthing at night before bedBrush all tooth surfaces - outside topand inside and also the tongueUse toothpaste with at least 1000ppmof fluoride
Eat WellGive teeth a rest by eating 2-3 snacksa dayFill your childrsquos lunchbox with teethfriendly snacksTry to avoid giving your child sugarydrinks or foods
Drink Milk and WaterWater and low fat plain milk are bestfor children (full fat milk blue top forages 12-24 months)Do not offer your child soft drink fruitjuice flavoured milk cordial milo teaor coffeeDonrsquot put anything other than water inyour childrsquos drink bottle
Winter warming soup vegetables and Lockdown QueenNadia Lim
The recent lockdown saw a surge in home cooking as people had time to plan and practice theirskills alongside this the interest in growing vegetables also increased There is great satisfactionin cooking a homemade meal using nutrition-packed fresh veges so with this in mind we areriding on this enthusiasm with a great winter soup recipe and some garlic growing tips ndash a winteressential
Winter minestrone with risoni Winter is upon us and soups are a greatnutritious budget-friendly option Soup is soforgiving and you can use leftovers so youcan swap out ingredients for what you have inyour pantry or fridge and it will still bedelicious Share this minestrone dish withyour families as an option for a cold night
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil1 brown onion diced4 cloves garlic finely chopped1 carrot cut into cubes1 celery stalk cut into cubes3 little rosemary branches (about15cm each) (optional)2 potatoes scrubbed and cut intocubes400g tin chopped tomatoes
Method
1 Heat oil in large saucepan Cookonion garlic carrot and celery for 5minutes
2 Add rosemary potatoes and cook for2-3 minutes
3 Add tomatoes and stock4 Bring to boil reduce the heat to low
and simmer for 30 minuntes or untilveges are cooked through
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
For more information talk to your Family Doctor Practice Nurse Plunket Nurse orPublic Health Nurse or visit
wwwimmuneorgnz httpwwwhealthgovtnzyour-healthhealthy-livingimmunisation
Healthy Active Learning
Healthy Active Learning is a new Wellbeing Budget initiative that will promote and improve healthyeating and physical activity in schools kura and early learning services across AotearoaItrsquos based on evidence showing childrenrsquos nutrition and physical activity are linked to bothacademic achievement and improved physical and mental health
The Ministry of Health will develop a toolkit to help all early learning services and schools create ahealthy food and drink environment This will include a focus on healthy food and water-only (andplain milk) policies
A health promotion workforce will be employed by District Health Boards andor Public HealthUnits and will assist schools and early learning services to develop healthy food and water-only(and plain milk) educational environments
For more informationhttpswwwhealthgovtnzour-workpreventative-health-wellnessnutritionhealthy-active-learninghttpswwwhealthgovtnzpublicationhealthy-food-and-drink-guidance-early-learning-services
For advice for your ECE contact Public Health SouthOtagoAnnelies Inghelbrecht anneliesinghelbrechtsoutherndhbgovtnz Ph (03) 4769826SouthlandGordon Crombie gordoncrombiesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph (03) 2118627
Smoky air is a major health riskSmoky fires affect everyone in the community The air pollution they create is a major risk to
peoplersquos health especially
Babies and very young childrenThose suffering from cardiac orrespiratory conditions such as asthmaThose with vascular complicationsfrom diabetesFrail elderly people On top of thatexcessive smoke from fires is
unpleasant and detracts from peoplersquoswellbeing and the quality of theirenvironment
Burn smarterHere are some tips on keeping your fire burning efficiently so you get the best value from your
firewood and really cut down the smoke
Burn only dry wood that has been split properly Green wood is a major contributor ofsmoke and the creosote that clogs chimneysIf wood is damp or gets rained on take small amounts inside to dry out before putting it onthe fireBurn fires bright and hot A smouldering fire creates more smoke and less heat If the glassfront on your wood burner is coated with lsquogunkrsquo it means you are not burning your fire hotenoughAllow your fire to burn out overnight Banking fires causes excessive smoke and airpollution over long periods Keep a supply of kindling handy to restart your burner the nextdayWhen there are only a few glowing embers left build up your fire gradually Putting toomuch wood on too soon will create a smouldering smoky fireBurn only wood Coal domestic rubbish glossy paper magazines and wrappers plasticdisposable nappies electrical cables treated timber and fibreboard rubber products andwaste oils can produce harmful chemicals creosote and air pollution They may alsodamage your wood burner
For more information visit httpswwwbreatheeasysouthlandconz
Fire safety
As fire places get more regular use during winter it is important to remember these tips to keepyour whanau and home safe
Ashes
Keep ashes in a metal bucket for at least 5 daysPour water on the ashes before disposing themKeep ashes clear of buildings and vegetationRemember the wind can transfer embers so a lid on the bucket is a good idea
Fire risk labels
You can help keep your child safe by choosing nightwear that has a low fire danger and byteaching them to be safe around heaters and open fires
No clothes are fireproof however there are things you can look for when choosing safe nightwearfor your child All childrenrsquos nightwear is legally required to have a fire-risk label on it These labelsindicate the level of risk that the item will catch on fire
Where possible choose white label nightwear that fits snugly Baggy or loose nightwear can catchfire more easily
Around the heater or fire
Children should stay at least 1 metre awayfrom any heaters or open fires
Put safety guards around the heater or fire ifthere are going to be young children in thehouse Teach your children the lsquometre fromthe heaterrsquo rule and watch that they donrsquot sitor walk closer than a metre to the heater orfire
For more information visit wwwfireandemergencynz
Making Cars Smokefree by Law
Prohibiting smoking in motor vehiclescarrying children has now become lawmaking smoking or vaping in a car withanyone under the age of 18 an offence Thenew law aims to protect our children from theharmful effects of second and third handsmoke
Second-hand smoke is the smokecoming from the burning end of acigarette that hangs in the airThird-hand smoke is thesmokepoisons within the smoke thathave crept into materials and fabricssuch as your car seats
It is really important that children arenrsquot exposed to smoke anywhere especially cars because itcauses problems with their underdeveloped lungs and immune systemsThe police will be able to issue fines of up to $50 for those smoking in cars with children (thiswonrsquot come into effect for 18 months) the focus will be on educating people by offering referrals tocessation services
Top tips for making your car smokefree
Ask your family to not smoke in the carRemove ashtrays and lighters from your carTell your friends and family that you have a smokefree car - it might help them tooPut a smokefree sticker on your car to remind others that your car (and all cars) is asmokefree space
(English stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-english-version-0Te Reo stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-te-reo-mC481ori-version-1)
Use this free guide for more tips on making your car (and home) smokefreehttpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourceprotect-health-your-children-guide-making-your-home-and-car-smokefree
Think of the kids ndash pregnancy and smokingUnborn babies deserve the best start in life including a safe environment for them to grow in theirfirst home ndash the womb If you smoke while pregnant so does your baby Smoking duringpregnancy exposes your unborn baby to over 4000 chemicals that are in cigarettes which canlead to developmental problems and hinder important lsquofight or flightrsquo reflexes Give your baby thebest chance in life by being smokefree for the duration of your pregnancy and beyond
The Southern Stop Smoking Service is a FREE servicewhere trained coaches work with and support people to stopsmoking They have some great initiatives where you can getpaid to go smokefree
Smokefree Incentive Programme ndash Pregnant WomenIf you or someone you know are pregnant and want togo smokefree for baby and get paid check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_pregnant_flyer_dlpdfSmokefree Incentive Programme ndash SmokefreeFamilies If a child in your family has been admitted tohospital for a tobacco-related problem check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_dl_3pdf
Phone Southern Stop Smoking Service 0800 925 242Email Southern Stop Smoking Service adminstopsmokingnzSouthern Stop Smoking Service Online wwwstopsmokingserviceconz
TOOTH TIPSFOR TODDLERS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
Clean Well
Brush your childrsquos teeth for them usinga small soft bristle toothbrush - assistthem until 8 years old
Brush twice a day morning and lastthing at night before bedBrush all tooth surfaces - outside topand inside and also the tongueUse toothpaste with at least 1000ppmof fluoride
Eat WellGive teeth a rest by eating 2-3 snacksa dayFill your childrsquos lunchbox with teethfriendly snacksTry to avoid giving your child sugarydrinks or foods
Drink Milk and WaterWater and low fat plain milk are bestfor children (full fat milk blue top forages 12-24 months)Do not offer your child soft drink fruitjuice flavoured milk cordial milo teaor coffeeDonrsquot put anything other than water inyour childrsquos drink bottle
Winter warming soup vegetables and Lockdown QueenNadia Lim
The recent lockdown saw a surge in home cooking as people had time to plan and practice theirskills alongside this the interest in growing vegetables also increased There is great satisfactionin cooking a homemade meal using nutrition-packed fresh veges so with this in mind we areriding on this enthusiasm with a great winter soup recipe and some garlic growing tips ndash a winteressential
Winter minestrone with risoni Winter is upon us and soups are a greatnutritious budget-friendly option Soup is soforgiving and you can use leftovers so youcan swap out ingredients for what you have inyour pantry or fridge and it will still bedelicious Share this minestrone dish withyour families as an option for a cold night
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil1 brown onion diced4 cloves garlic finely chopped1 carrot cut into cubes1 celery stalk cut into cubes3 little rosemary branches (about15cm each) (optional)2 potatoes scrubbed and cut intocubes400g tin chopped tomatoes
Method
1 Heat oil in large saucepan Cookonion garlic carrot and celery for 5minutes
2 Add rosemary potatoes and cook for2-3 minutes
3 Add tomatoes and stock4 Bring to boil reduce the heat to low
and simmer for 30 minuntes or untilveges are cooked through
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
Healthy Active Learning
Healthy Active Learning is a new Wellbeing Budget initiative that will promote and improve healthyeating and physical activity in schools kura and early learning services across AotearoaItrsquos based on evidence showing childrenrsquos nutrition and physical activity are linked to bothacademic achievement and improved physical and mental health
The Ministry of Health will develop a toolkit to help all early learning services and schools create ahealthy food and drink environment This will include a focus on healthy food and water-only (andplain milk) policies
A health promotion workforce will be employed by District Health Boards andor Public HealthUnits and will assist schools and early learning services to develop healthy food and water-only(and plain milk) educational environments
For more informationhttpswwwhealthgovtnzour-workpreventative-health-wellnessnutritionhealthy-active-learninghttpswwwhealthgovtnzpublicationhealthy-food-and-drink-guidance-early-learning-services
For advice for your ECE contact Public Health SouthOtagoAnnelies Inghelbrecht anneliesinghelbrechtsoutherndhbgovtnz Ph (03) 4769826SouthlandGordon Crombie gordoncrombiesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph (03) 2118627
Smoky air is a major health riskSmoky fires affect everyone in the community The air pollution they create is a major risk to
peoplersquos health especially
Babies and very young childrenThose suffering from cardiac orrespiratory conditions such as asthmaThose with vascular complicationsfrom diabetesFrail elderly people On top of thatexcessive smoke from fires is
unpleasant and detracts from peoplersquoswellbeing and the quality of theirenvironment
Burn smarterHere are some tips on keeping your fire burning efficiently so you get the best value from your
firewood and really cut down the smoke
Burn only dry wood that has been split properly Green wood is a major contributor ofsmoke and the creosote that clogs chimneysIf wood is damp or gets rained on take small amounts inside to dry out before putting it onthe fireBurn fires bright and hot A smouldering fire creates more smoke and less heat If the glassfront on your wood burner is coated with lsquogunkrsquo it means you are not burning your fire hotenoughAllow your fire to burn out overnight Banking fires causes excessive smoke and airpollution over long periods Keep a supply of kindling handy to restart your burner the nextdayWhen there are only a few glowing embers left build up your fire gradually Putting toomuch wood on too soon will create a smouldering smoky fireBurn only wood Coal domestic rubbish glossy paper magazines and wrappers plasticdisposable nappies electrical cables treated timber and fibreboard rubber products andwaste oils can produce harmful chemicals creosote and air pollution They may alsodamage your wood burner
For more information visit httpswwwbreatheeasysouthlandconz
Fire safety
As fire places get more regular use during winter it is important to remember these tips to keepyour whanau and home safe
Ashes
Keep ashes in a metal bucket for at least 5 daysPour water on the ashes before disposing themKeep ashes clear of buildings and vegetationRemember the wind can transfer embers so a lid on the bucket is a good idea
Fire risk labels
You can help keep your child safe by choosing nightwear that has a low fire danger and byteaching them to be safe around heaters and open fires
No clothes are fireproof however there are things you can look for when choosing safe nightwearfor your child All childrenrsquos nightwear is legally required to have a fire-risk label on it These labelsindicate the level of risk that the item will catch on fire
Where possible choose white label nightwear that fits snugly Baggy or loose nightwear can catchfire more easily
Around the heater or fire
Children should stay at least 1 metre awayfrom any heaters or open fires
Put safety guards around the heater or fire ifthere are going to be young children in thehouse Teach your children the lsquometre fromthe heaterrsquo rule and watch that they donrsquot sitor walk closer than a metre to the heater orfire
For more information visit wwwfireandemergencynz
Making Cars Smokefree by Law
Prohibiting smoking in motor vehiclescarrying children has now become lawmaking smoking or vaping in a car withanyone under the age of 18 an offence Thenew law aims to protect our children from theharmful effects of second and third handsmoke
Second-hand smoke is the smokecoming from the burning end of acigarette that hangs in the airThird-hand smoke is thesmokepoisons within the smoke thathave crept into materials and fabricssuch as your car seats
It is really important that children arenrsquot exposed to smoke anywhere especially cars because itcauses problems with their underdeveloped lungs and immune systemsThe police will be able to issue fines of up to $50 for those smoking in cars with children (thiswonrsquot come into effect for 18 months) the focus will be on educating people by offering referrals tocessation services
Top tips for making your car smokefree
Ask your family to not smoke in the carRemove ashtrays and lighters from your carTell your friends and family that you have a smokefree car - it might help them tooPut a smokefree sticker on your car to remind others that your car (and all cars) is asmokefree space
(English stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-english-version-0Te Reo stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-te-reo-mC481ori-version-1)
Use this free guide for more tips on making your car (and home) smokefreehttpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourceprotect-health-your-children-guide-making-your-home-and-car-smokefree
Think of the kids ndash pregnancy and smokingUnborn babies deserve the best start in life including a safe environment for them to grow in theirfirst home ndash the womb If you smoke while pregnant so does your baby Smoking duringpregnancy exposes your unborn baby to over 4000 chemicals that are in cigarettes which canlead to developmental problems and hinder important lsquofight or flightrsquo reflexes Give your baby thebest chance in life by being smokefree for the duration of your pregnancy and beyond
The Southern Stop Smoking Service is a FREE servicewhere trained coaches work with and support people to stopsmoking They have some great initiatives where you can getpaid to go smokefree
Smokefree Incentive Programme ndash Pregnant WomenIf you or someone you know are pregnant and want togo smokefree for baby and get paid check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_pregnant_flyer_dlpdfSmokefree Incentive Programme ndash SmokefreeFamilies If a child in your family has been admitted tohospital for a tobacco-related problem check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_dl_3pdf
Phone Southern Stop Smoking Service 0800 925 242Email Southern Stop Smoking Service adminstopsmokingnzSouthern Stop Smoking Service Online wwwstopsmokingserviceconz
TOOTH TIPSFOR TODDLERS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
Clean Well
Brush your childrsquos teeth for them usinga small soft bristle toothbrush - assistthem until 8 years old
Brush twice a day morning and lastthing at night before bedBrush all tooth surfaces - outside topand inside and also the tongueUse toothpaste with at least 1000ppmof fluoride
Eat WellGive teeth a rest by eating 2-3 snacksa dayFill your childrsquos lunchbox with teethfriendly snacksTry to avoid giving your child sugarydrinks or foods
Drink Milk and WaterWater and low fat plain milk are bestfor children (full fat milk blue top forages 12-24 months)Do not offer your child soft drink fruitjuice flavoured milk cordial milo teaor coffeeDonrsquot put anything other than water inyour childrsquos drink bottle
Winter warming soup vegetables and Lockdown QueenNadia Lim
The recent lockdown saw a surge in home cooking as people had time to plan and practice theirskills alongside this the interest in growing vegetables also increased There is great satisfactionin cooking a homemade meal using nutrition-packed fresh veges so with this in mind we areriding on this enthusiasm with a great winter soup recipe and some garlic growing tips ndash a winteressential
Winter minestrone with risoni Winter is upon us and soups are a greatnutritious budget-friendly option Soup is soforgiving and you can use leftovers so youcan swap out ingredients for what you have inyour pantry or fridge and it will still bedelicious Share this minestrone dish withyour families as an option for a cold night
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil1 brown onion diced4 cloves garlic finely chopped1 carrot cut into cubes1 celery stalk cut into cubes3 little rosemary branches (about15cm each) (optional)2 potatoes scrubbed and cut intocubes400g tin chopped tomatoes
Method
1 Heat oil in large saucepan Cookonion garlic carrot and celery for 5minutes
2 Add rosemary potatoes and cook for2-3 minutes
3 Add tomatoes and stock4 Bring to boil reduce the heat to low
and simmer for 30 minuntes or untilveges are cooked through
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
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Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
unpleasant and detracts from peoplersquoswellbeing and the quality of theirenvironment
Burn smarterHere are some tips on keeping your fire burning efficiently so you get the best value from your
firewood and really cut down the smoke
Burn only dry wood that has been split properly Green wood is a major contributor ofsmoke and the creosote that clogs chimneysIf wood is damp or gets rained on take small amounts inside to dry out before putting it onthe fireBurn fires bright and hot A smouldering fire creates more smoke and less heat If the glassfront on your wood burner is coated with lsquogunkrsquo it means you are not burning your fire hotenoughAllow your fire to burn out overnight Banking fires causes excessive smoke and airpollution over long periods Keep a supply of kindling handy to restart your burner the nextdayWhen there are only a few glowing embers left build up your fire gradually Putting toomuch wood on too soon will create a smouldering smoky fireBurn only wood Coal domestic rubbish glossy paper magazines and wrappers plasticdisposable nappies electrical cables treated timber and fibreboard rubber products andwaste oils can produce harmful chemicals creosote and air pollution They may alsodamage your wood burner
For more information visit httpswwwbreatheeasysouthlandconz
Fire safety
As fire places get more regular use during winter it is important to remember these tips to keepyour whanau and home safe
Ashes
Keep ashes in a metal bucket for at least 5 daysPour water on the ashes before disposing themKeep ashes clear of buildings and vegetationRemember the wind can transfer embers so a lid on the bucket is a good idea
Fire risk labels
You can help keep your child safe by choosing nightwear that has a low fire danger and byteaching them to be safe around heaters and open fires
No clothes are fireproof however there are things you can look for when choosing safe nightwearfor your child All childrenrsquos nightwear is legally required to have a fire-risk label on it These labelsindicate the level of risk that the item will catch on fire
Where possible choose white label nightwear that fits snugly Baggy or loose nightwear can catchfire more easily
Around the heater or fire
Children should stay at least 1 metre awayfrom any heaters or open fires
Put safety guards around the heater or fire ifthere are going to be young children in thehouse Teach your children the lsquometre fromthe heaterrsquo rule and watch that they donrsquot sitor walk closer than a metre to the heater orfire
For more information visit wwwfireandemergencynz
Making Cars Smokefree by Law
Prohibiting smoking in motor vehiclescarrying children has now become lawmaking smoking or vaping in a car withanyone under the age of 18 an offence Thenew law aims to protect our children from theharmful effects of second and third handsmoke
Second-hand smoke is the smokecoming from the burning end of acigarette that hangs in the airThird-hand smoke is thesmokepoisons within the smoke thathave crept into materials and fabricssuch as your car seats
It is really important that children arenrsquot exposed to smoke anywhere especially cars because itcauses problems with their underdeveloped lungs and immune systemsThe police will be able to issue fines of up to $50 for those smoking in cars with children (thiswonrsquot come into effect for 18 months) the focus will be on educating people by offering referrals tocessation services
Top tips for making your car smokefree
Ask your family to not smoke in the carRemove ashtrays and lighters from your carTell your friends and family that you have a smokefree car - it might help them tooPut a smokefree sticker on your car to remind others that your car (and all cars) is asmokefree space
(English stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-english-version-0Te Reo stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-te-reo-mC481ori-version-1)
Use this free guide for more tips on making your car (and home) smokefreehttpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourceprotect-health-your-children-guide-making-your-home-and-car-smokefree
Think of the kids ndash pregnancy and smokingUnborn babies deserve the best start in life including a safe environment for them to grow in theirfirst home ndash the womb If you smoke while pregnant so does your baby Smoking duringpregnancy exposes your unborn baby to over 4000 chemicals that are in cigarettes which canlead to developmental problems and hinder important lsquofight or flightrsquo reflexes Give your baby thebest chance in life by being smokefree for the duration of your pregnancy and beyond
The Southern Stop Smoking Service is a FREE servicewhere trained coaches work with and support people to stopsmoking They have some great initiatives where you can getpaid to go smokefree
Smokefree Incentive Programme ndash Pregnant WomenIf you or someone you know are pregnant and want togo smokefree for baby and get paid check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_pregnant_flyer_dlpdfSmokefree Incentive Programme ndash SmokefreeFamilies If a child in your family has been admitted tohospital for a tobacco-related problem check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_dl_3pdf
Phone Southern Stop Smoking Service 0800 925 242Email Southern Stop Smoking Service adminstopsmokingnzSouthern Stop Smoking Service Online wwwstopsmokingserviceconz
TOOTH TIPSFOR TODDLERS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
Clean Well
Brush your childrsquos teeth for them usinga small soft bristle toothbrush - assistthem until 8 years old
Brush twice a day morning and lastthing at night before bedBrush all tooth surfaces - outside topand inside and also the tongueUse toothpaste with at least 1000ppmof fluoride
Eat WellGive teeth a rest by eating 2-3 snacksa dayFill your childrsquos lunchbox with teethfriendly snacksTry to avoid giving your child sugarydrinks or foods
Drink Milk and WaterWater and low fat plain milk are bestfor children (full fat milk blue top forages 12-24 months)Do not offer your child soft drink fruitjuice flavoured milk cordial milo teaor coffeeDonrsquot put anything other than water inyour childrsquos drink bottle
Winter warming soup vegetables and Lockdown QueenNadia Lim
The recent lockdown saw a surge in home cooking as people had time to plan and practice theirskills alongside this the interest in growing vegetables also increased There is great satisfactionin cooking a homemade meal using nutrition-packed fresh veges so with this in mind we areriding on this enthusiasm with a great winter soup recipe and some garlic growing tips ndash a winteressential
Winter minestrone with risoni Winter is upon us and soups are a greatnutritious budget-friendly option Soup is soforgiving and you can use leftovers so youcan swap out ingredients for what you have inyour pantry or fridge and it will still bedelicious Share this minestrone dish withyour families as an option for a cold night
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil1 brown onion diced4 cloves garlic finely chopped1 carrot cut into cubes1 celery stalk cut into cubes3 little rosemary branches (about15cm each) (optional)2 potatoes scrubbed and cut intocubes400g tin chopped tomatoes
Method
1 Heat oil in large saucepan Cookonion garlic carrot and celery for 5minutes
2 Add rosemary potatoes and cook for2-3 minutes
3 Add tomatoes and stock4 Bring to boil reduce the heat to low
and simmer for 30 minuntes or untilveges are cooked through
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
Around the heater or fire
Children should stay at least 1 metre awayfrom any heaters or open fires
Put safety guards around the heater or fire ifthere are going to be young children in thehouse Teach your children the lsquometre fromthe heaterrsquo rule and watch that they donrsquot sitor walk closer than a metre to the heater orfire
For more information visit wwwfireandemergencynz
Making Cars Smokefree by Law
Prohibiting smoking in motor vehiclescarrying children has now become lawmaking smoking or vaping in a car withanyone under the age of 18 an offence Thenew law aims to protect our children from theharmful effects of second and third handsmoke
Second-hand smoke is the smokecoming from the burning end of acigarette that hangs in the airThird-hand smoke is thesmokepoisons within the smoke thathave crept into materials and fabricssuch as your car seats
It is really important that children arenrsquot exposed to smoke anywhere especially cars because itcauses problems with their underdeveloped lungs and immune systemsThe police will be able to issue fines of up to $50 for those smoking in cars with children (thiswonrsquot come into effect for 18 months) the focus will be on educating people by offering referrals tocessation services
Top tips for making your car smokefree
Ask your family to not smoke in the carRemove ashtrays and lighters from your carTell your friends and family that you have a smokefree car - it might help them tooPut a smokefree sticker on your car to remind others that your car (and all cars) is asmokefree space
(English stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-english-version-0Te Reo stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-te-reo-mC481ori-version-1)
Use this free guide for more tips on making your car (and home) smokefreehttpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourceprotect-health-your-children-guide-making-your-home-and-car-smokefree
Think of the kids ndash pregnancy and smokingUnborn babies deserve the best start in life including a safe environment for them to grow in theirfirst home ndash the womb If you smoke while pregnant so does your baby Smoking duringpregnancy exposes your unborn baby to over 4000 chemicals that are in cigarettes which canlead to developmental problems and hinder important lsquofight or flightrsquo reflexes Give your baby thebest chance in life by being smokefree for the duration of your pregnancy and beyond
The Southern Stop Smoking Service is a FREE servicewhere trained coaches work with and support people to stopsmoking They have some great initiatives where you can getpaid to go smokefree
Smokefree Incentive Programme ndash Pregnant WomenIf you or someone you know are pregnant and want togo smokefree for baby and get paid check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_pregnant_flyer_dlpdfSmokefree Incentive Programme ndash SmokefreeFamilies If a child in your family has been admitted tohospital for a tobacco-related problem check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_dl_3pdf
Phone Southern Stop Smoking Service 0800 925 242Email Southern Stop Smoking Service adminstopsmokingnzSouthern Stop Smoking Service Online wwwstopsmokingserviceconz
TOOTH TIPSFOR TODDLERS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
Clean Well
Brush your childrsquos teeth for them usinga small soft bristle toothbrush - assistthem until 8 years old
Brush twice a day morning and lastthing at night before bedBrush all tooth surfaces - outside topand inside and also the tongueUse toothpaste with at least 1000ppmof fluoride
Eat WellGive teeth a rest by eating 2-3 snacksa dayFill your childrsquos lunchbox with teethfriendly snacksTry to avoid giving your child sugarydrinks or foods
Drink Milk and WaterWater and low fat plain milk are bestfor children (full fat milk blue top forages 12-24 months)Do not offer your child soft drink fruitjuice flavoured milk cordial milo teaor coffeeDonrsquot put anything other than water inyour childrsquos drink bottle
Winter warming soup vegetables and Lockdown QueenNadia Lim
The recent lockdown saw a surge in home cooking as people had time to plan and practice theirskills alongside this the interest in growing vegetables also increased There is great satisfactionin cooking a homemade meal using nutrition-packed fresh veges so with this in mind we areriding on this enthusiasm with a great winter soup recipe and some garlic growing tips ndash a winteressential
Winter minestrone with risoni Winter is upon us and soups are a greatnutritious budget-friendly option Soup is soforgiving and you can use leftovers so youcan swap out ingredients for what you have inyour pantry or fridge and it will still bedelicious Share this minestrone dish withyour families as an option for a cold night
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil1 brown onion diced4 cloves garlic finely chopped1 carrot cut into cubes1 celery stalk cut into cubes3 little rosemary branches (about15cm each) (optional)2 potatoes scrubbed and cut intocubes400g tin chopped tomatoes
Method
1 Heat oil in large saucepan Cookonion garlic carrot and celery for 5minutes
2 Add rosemary potatoes and cook for2-3 minutes
3 Add tomatoes and stock4 Bring to boil reduce the heat to low
and simmer for 30 minuntes or untilveges are cooked through
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
Top tips for making your car smokefree
Ask your family to not smoke in the carRemove ashtrays and lighters from your carTell your friends and family that you have a smokefree car - it might help them tooPut a smokefree sticker on your car to remind others that your car (and all cars) is asmokefree space
(English stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-english-version-0Te Reo stickers httpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourcesmokefree-all-times-E28093-te-reo-mC481ori-version-1)
Use this free guide for more tips on making your car (and home) smokefreehttpswwwhealthedgovtnzresourceprotect-health-your-children-guide-making-your-home-and-car-smokefree
Think of the kids ndash pregnancy and smokingUnborn babies deserve the best start in life including a safe environment for them to grow in theirfirst home ndash the womb If you smoke while pregnant so does your baby Smoking duringpregnancy exposes your unborn baby to over 4000 chemicals that are in cigarettes which canlead to developmental problems and hinder important lsquofight or flightrsquo reflexes Give your baby thebest chance in life by being smokefree for the duration of your pregnancy and beyond
The Southern Stop Smoking Service is a FREE servicewhere trained coaches work with and support people to stopsmoking They have some great initiatives where you can getpaid to go smokefree
Smokefree Incentive Programme ndash Pregnant WomenIf you or someone you know are pregnant and want togo smokefree for baby and get paid check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_pregnant_flyer_dlpdfSmokefree Incentive Programme ndash SmokefreeFamilies If a child in your family has been admitted tohospital for a tobacco-related problem check thisout httpwwwkaitahumaorinzuploads123712374782smokefree_dl_3pdf
Phone Southern Stop Smoking Service 0800 925 242Email Southern Stop Smoking Service adminstopsmokingnzSouthern Stop Smoking Service Online wwwstopsmokingserviceconz
TOOTH TIPSFOR TODDLERS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
Clean Well
Brush your childrsquos teeth for them usinga small soft bristle toothbrush - assistthem until 8 years old
Brush twice a day morning and lastthing at night before bedBrush all tooth surfaces - outside topand inside and also the tongueUse toothpaste with at least 1000ppmof fluoride
Eat WellGive teeth a rest by eating 2-3 snacksa dayFill your childrsquos lunchbox with teethfriendly snacksTry to avoid giving your child sugarydrinks or foods
Drink Milk and WaterWater and low fat plain milk are bestfor children (full fat milk blue top forages 12-24 months)Do not offer your child soft drink fruitjuice flavoured milk cordial milo teaor coffeeDonrsquot put anything other than water inyour childrsquos drink bottle
Winter warming soup vegetables and Lockdown QueenNadia Lim
The recent lockdown saw a surge in home cooking as people had time to plan and practice theirskills alongside this the interest in growing vegetables also increased There is great satisfactionin cooking a homemade meal using nutrition-packed fresh veges so with this in mind we areriding on this enthusiasm with a great winter soup recipe and some garlic growing tips ndash a winteressential
Winter minestrone with risoni Winter is upon us and soups are a greatnutritious budget-friendly option Soup is soforgiving and you can use leftovers so youcan swap out ingredients for what you have inyour pantry or fridge and it will still bedelicious Share this minestrone dish withyour families as an option for a cold night
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil1 brown onion diced4 cloves garlic finely chopped1 carrot cut into cubes1 celery stalk cut into cubes3 little rosemary branches (about15cm each) (optional)2 potatoes scrubbed and cut intocubes400g tin chopped tomatoes
Method
1 Heat oil in large saucepan Cookonion garlic carrot and celery for 5minutes
2 Add rosemary potatoes and cook for2-3 minutes
3 Add tomatoes and stock4 Bring to boil reduce the heat to low
and simmer for 30 minuntes or untilveges are cooked through
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
Brush twice a day morning and lastthing at night before bedBrush all tooth surfaces - outside topand inside and also the tongueUse toothpaste with at least 1000ppmof fluoride
Eat WellGive teeth a rest by eating 2-3 snacksa dayFill your childrsquos lunchbox with teethfriendly snacksTry to avoid giving your child sugarydrinks or foods
Drink Milk and WaterWater and low fat plain milk are bestfor children (full fat milk blue top forages 12-24 months)Do not offer your child soft drink fruitjuice flavoured milk cordial milo teaor coffeeDonrsquot put anything other than water inyour childrsquos drink bottle
Winter warming soup vegetables and Lockdown QueenNadia Lim
The recent lockdown saw a surge in home cooking as people had time to plan and practice theirskills alongside this the interest in growing vegetables also increased There is great satisfactionin cooking a homemade meal using nutrition-packed fresh veges so with this in mind we areriding on this enthusiasm with a great winter soup recipe and some garlic growing tips ndash a winteressential
Winter minestrone with risoni Winter is upon us and soups are a greatnutritious budget-friendly option Soup is soforgiving and you can use leftovers so youcan swap out ingredients for what you have inyour pantry or fridge and it will still bedelicious Share this minestrone dish withyour families as an option for a cold night
Ingredients
2 tbsp oil1 brown onion diced4 cloves garlic finely chopped1 carrot cut into cubes1 celery stalk cut into cubes3 little rosemary branches (about15cm each) (optional)2 potatoes scrubbed and cut intocubes400g tin chopped tomatoes
Method
1 Heat oil in large saucepan Cookonion garlic carrot and celery for 5minutes
2 Add rosemary potatoes and cook for2-3 minutes
3 Add tomatoes and stock4 Bring to boil reduce the heat to low
and simmer for 30 minuntes or untilveges are cooked through
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
3 cups chicken stock200g risoni pasta (or swap for a can ofdrained cannellini beans)Other options could be swede or youcould add frozen peas canned cornkernels or chopped spinach just beforeserving
5 Cook risoni pasta according to packetinstructions Drain and set aside
6 When ready stir the risoni through thesoup remove rosemary branches andspoon into bowls to enjoy
Garden Goodness
Winter is a great time to plant beetroot broccoli cauliflower silverbeet onions and of coursegarlic ndashthe perfect winter companion for many comfort dishes
Traditionally planted on the shortest day (21 June) and harvested on the longest day (21 Dec)garlic is an easy care essential which relies on good soil sun and water They do not need muchspace and 6 cloves can fit in a bucket easily
Buy a garlic bulb (garden centres will haveNZ garlic) Separate the cloves Plant eachclove 15 cm apart and 5 cm deep Harvest insummer when the leaves die back - dig themout and leave on the ground to dry for a weekthen gather them plait their stalks and hangthem to dry out of direct sunlight
Kids will love the planting digging seeing thecloves become bulbs and then plaiting ndash notto mention they can be used in the centrekitchen
Nadiarsquos Comfort Kitchen
Many people enjoyed seeing celebrity chefdietitian Nadia Lim in action over lockdown Nadiaprovides some great budget friendly recipes and offers many different ingredient options (perfectwhen supermarket shopping is scarce) Be sure to download her lockdown recipes to continuethe cooking for free via this link - httpsnadialimcomnadias-comfort-kitchen-free-e-cookbook
For more information please contactOtagoChristine Quested christinequested2southerndhbgovtnz Ph 03 476 9818SouthlandKathleen Eade kathleeneadesoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 211 0900 Central OtagoLakes DistrictSophie Glover sophiegloversoutherndhbgovtnz Ph 03 450 9152
Coming upJuly 13th-20th Matariki
August 1st-7th World Breastfeeding Week
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
August 28th Cancer Society Daffodil Day
Public Health South
Dunedin | Main Block Level 2 Wakari Hospital Taieri RoadPhone 03 476 9800Invercargill | 23 Forth St Phone 03 211 8500Queenstown | Remarkables Park Phone 03 450 9156
Want to change how you receive these emailsYou can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list
This email was sent to ltltEmail Addressgtgt why did I get this unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Southern District Health Board middot 201 Great King St middot Dunedin Ota 9013 middot New Zealand
