Vicki Morgan
@vickimorgs.bsky.social
Senior Manager @better-start @nspcc. Expert Advisory Group member @Mulberry_Bush_ . Wife, Mummy, wellbeing. OV
We’ve been talking about this for a long time but there’s still confusion that formula milk is sterile. It needs to be made up as directed (fresh and cooled boiled water) to kill any bacteria and reduce the risk of gastro illnesses.
85% of the 74 infant formula preparation machines tested by parents in UK homes did not appear to produce water that would be hot enough to kill any harmful bacteria
Read the full paper here ⤵️
Read the full paper here ⤵️
Making infant milk safely — First Steps Nutrition Trust
It is important that infant milks are made up safely. Powdered infant formula is not sterile and needs to be made up at a temperature which will kill any potential bacteria present. All equipment needs to be sterilised, and it is important to know how to make up and store milk safely.
www.firststepsnutrition.org
June 7, 2025 at 10:23 AM
We’ve been talking about this for a long time but there’s still confusion that formula milk is sterile. It needs to be made up as directed (fresh and cooled boiled water) to kill any bacteria and reduce the risk of gastro illnesses.
Fantastic couple of days hearing from passionate and progressive projects in this area. It was great to share our work too!
Our very own Vicki Morgan and Dr Lauren Wolfenden presented at University of Central Lancashire's Maternal, Parental and Infant Nutrition and Nurture Unit (MAINN) Conference in Grange-over-Sands this afternoon.
Thank you to everyone who joined the session!
@vickimorgs.bsky.social @uclan.ac.uk
Thank you to everyone who joined the session!
@vickimorgs.bsky.social @uclan.ac.uk
April 30, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Fantastic couple of days hearing from passionate and progressive projects in this area. It was great to share our work too!
We @better-start.bsky.social are attending & presenting @uclan.ac.uk MAINN conference this week. Myself & team will be sharing our holistic approach to infant feeding, we’ve increased breastfeeding rates by 10% & how babies living in care are being fed by breastmilk.
April 29, 2025 at 8:54 AM
We @better-start.bsky.social are attending & presenting @uclan.ac.uk MAINN conference this week. Myself & team will be sharing our holistic approach to infant feeding, we’ve increased breastfeeding rates by 10% & how babies living in care are being fed by breastmilk.
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During the report writing process, Better Start's Vicki Morgan @vickimorgs.bsky.social contributed her expertise and insight to the committee.
March 28, 2025 at 10:01 AM
During the report writing process, Better Start's Vicki Morgan @vickimorgs.bsky.social contributed her expertise and insight to the committee.
Reposted by Vicki Morgan
Today, the @houseoflords.parliament.uk will debate a new report from the Food, Diet and Obesity Committee: 'Recipe for health: a plan to fix our broken food system'.
March 28, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Today, the @houseoflords.parliament.uk will debate a new report from the Food, Diet and Obesity Committee: 'Recipe for health: a plan to fix our broken food system'.
Breastfeeding anytime, anywhere—because babies don’t wait. Let’s build a world where every parent feels supported however they feed their babies #BabyFriendly #WorldBreastfeedingInPublicDay
February 22, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Breastfeeding anytime, anywhere—because babies don’t wait. Let’s build a world where every parent feels supported however they feed their babies #BabyFriendly #WorldBreastfeedingInPublicDay
Social & emotional development shapes how we connect, cope, and thrive—not just in childhood but throughout life. The early years, from pregnancy to age five, are crucial for building these skills. Investing in this foundation benefits individuals, families, and society.
The Shaping Us Framework
YouTube video by Centre for Early Childhood
www.youtube.com
February 2, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Social & emotional development shapes how we connect, cope, and thrive—not just in childhood but throughout life. The early years, from pregnancy to age five, are crucial for building these skills. Investing in this foundation benefits individuals, families, and society.
There’s still time to sign up, join us for a session on systems change, community power and closing the gap in the Early Years
Two of our experts - Vicki Morgan and Annette Algie - are speaking at @ncb.org.uk virtual conference on 10 February.
They'll be discussing how to build systems change that creates lasting outcomes for babies, young children, and families in the community. #ABetterStart
They'll be discussing how to build systems change that creates lasting outcomes for babies, young children, and families in the community. #ABetterStart
Annette Algie and Vicki Morgan from Blackpool Better Start will discuss building a long-term collective vision and commitment to early child development at the #ABetterStart conference on 10 February. Register here: tinyurl.com/48w99mwz #10YearsOfABS
January 30, 2025 at 6:12 PM
There’s still time to sign up, join us for a session on systems change, community power and closing the gap in the Early Years
Come and hear us share how we’ve integrated Better Start through the veins of our local partnership and why we are continuing beyond 2025! You’ll get to hear learning and celebrations from the other Better Start sites too. It’s free and can be watched ‘on demand’
As the end of the #ABetterStart programme approaches, join us in celebrating ten years of learning and successes. This FREE online event will showcase the remarkable achievements from the five partnerships.
Register here: tinyurl.com/48w99mwz
Register here: tinyurl.com/48w99mwz
January 11, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Come and hear us share how we’ve integrated Better Start through the veins of our local partnership and why we are continuing beyond 2025! You’ll get to hear learning and celebrations from the other Better Start sites too. It’s free and can be watched ‘on demand’
As we enter 2025, one of our goals is to align efforts in early years systems change with the Government’s priorities; from reducing inequalities to improving life chances for children & families and ensure all children are ready to start school, in Blackpool and beyond. What are your NY goals?
January 3, 2025 at 12:33 PM
As we enter 2025, one of our goals is to align efforts in early years systems change with the Government’s priorities; from reducing inequalities to improving life chances for children & families and ensure all children are ready to start school, in Blackpool and beyond. What are your NY goals?
Team away day today reflecting on the last 10 years of @better-start.bsky.social celebrating our learning, outcomes and highlights but also challenges faced along the way. Valuing everyone who has been part of it 🧡 Looking forward to some festive cheer too🎄 🎁
December 12, 2024 at 9:36 AM
Team away day today reflecting on the last 10 years of @better-start.bsky.social celebrating our learning, outcomes and highlights but also challenges faced along the way. Valuing everyone who has been part of it 🧡 Looking forward to some festive cheer too🎄 🎁
Passionate about improving early years systems to support babies, children, families, and the workforce. Let’s talk innovation, collaboration, and creating lasting impact. Who’s working in this space? #EarlyYears #PlaceBased #NewHere #2Followers
December 9, 2024 at 7:50 PM
Passionate about improving early years systems to support babies, children, families, and the workforce. Let’s talk innovation, collaboration, and creating lasting impact. Who’s working in this space? #EarlyYears #PlaceBased #NewHere #2Followers