<p><strong>Watch the video version on YouTube!<em> </em></strong><em>.</em></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/Fww0_Xg7lQw?si=PyctgS77dMi2hGXS">https://youtu.be/Fww0_Xg7lQw</a> <em>.</em></p><p></p><p><strong>Oliver's Legacy, Part 2: Closing the EYFS Loopholes - Early Years Insights</strong></p><p>Join Kathy Leatherbarrow for the continuation of a vital story with <strong>Lewis Steeper</strong> (The Oliver Steeper Foundation) and <strong>Laura Salmon</strong> (Banana Moon Franchise).</p><p>Lewis shares the successful legislative changes driven by the Foundation, focusing on mandatory pediatric first aid and improved food safety within the <strong>EYFS</strong> (Early Years Foundation Stage). Laura discusses how Banana Moon implements these safety measures and their partnership in distributing LifeVac devices. Lewis also reveals the profound personal experience of using a LifeVac to save his youngest son, Jake.</p><p></p><p>Key Discussion Points:</p><ul><li><strong>EYFS Reform Victory:</strong> The achievement of forcing the hand of the DfE to close safety loopholes in the EYFS.</li><li><strong>Mandatory First Aid:</strong> The campaign to ensure all relevant staff hold up-to-date paediatric first aid certificates.</li><li><strong>Safer Eating Campaign:</strong> The shift to focusing on "Stage, not Age" for weaning, introducing essential weaning checklists.</li><li><strong>LifeVac Distribution:</strong> Banana Moon's "Big Moments, Bright Futures" campaign to supply all settings with LifeVac and portable travel kits .</li><li><strong>Personal Use:</strong> Lewis's powerful story of using a LifeVac on his son, Jake, highlighting the device's real-world necessity.</li><li><strong>Organ Donation:</strong> Lewis receives an update on Oliver's organ donation, finding peace in his legacy of saving lives.</li></ul><p></p><p>Guests:</p><ul><li><strong>Lewis Steeper</strong> – Founder of The Oliver Steeper Foundation</li><li><strong>Laura Salmon</strong> – Head of Early Years at Banana Moon Franchise Support Office</li></ul><p></p><p>Host:</p><ul><li><strong>Kathy Leatherbarrow</strong> – Early Years Consultant at Eden Training Solutions</li></ul><p></p><p>How to Connect:</p><p>Find out more about the Foundation's mission and how to apply for a LifeVac: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.tosf.org.uk"><strong>www.tosf.org.uk</strong></a><strong> </strong>Connect with us on social media or send us an email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.eden-ts.com"><strong>www.eden-ts.com</strong></a><strong> </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]"><strong>[email protected]</strong></a></p><p>#EarlyYearsInsights #OliverSteeperFoundation #EYFSSafety #LifeVac #ChildcareReform #PaediatricFirstAid #BananaMoon</p>