Mount Road Practice PPG

About the Calm Your Baby Series

Calm Your Baby is a short podcast series for parents of young babies experiencing common feeding and digestive symptoms, including reflux, colic, crying, feeding difficulties, and suspected CMPA.

The series is designed to:

Reduce anxiety and confusion about normal infant development

Support practical, evidence-based feeding approaches

Reduce unnecessary medicalisation and medication use where appropriate

Help parents understand when symptoms are normal and when further review is needed

Topics Covered in this episode: -

👉 When to think CMPA
👉 The “multi-system” pattern
👉 Why it’s often over-suspected
👉 What to do if you’re unsure

About the Calm Your Baby Series

Calm Your Baby is a short podcast series for parents of young babies experiencing common feeding and digestive symptoms, including reflux, colic, crying, feeding difficulties, and suspected CMPA.

The series is designed to:

Reduce anxiety and confusion about normal infant development

Support practical, evidence-based feeding approaches

Reduce unnecessary medicalisation and medication use where appropriate

Help parents understand when symptoms are normal and when further review is needed

Topics Covered in this episode: -

👉 What’s actually normal
👉 Why babies spit up and cry
👉 What reflux and colic really are
👉 Why it looks worse than it is

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 48, April 2026

The main feature of this episode is about Social Prescribing, and how to access it.

The newsletter also includes:

- Dates of the May Bank Holidays, and how to get support when the surgery is closed.

- Changes to the NHS App.

- Information about the Spring COVID-19 vaccination rollout.

- A request for feedback from patients who have used the Total Triage Process.

- A reminder of the date for the PPG 2026 AGM.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Information about Social Prescribing on the Newcastle North PCN website - https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/services/social-prescribers/ 

Access to the online NHS 111 service, 

Link to the NHS App changes video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3L4LcDTEi4

Link to the Total Triage Survery Page - https://forms.gle/BxAvNnKUYq7ifot26

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected].

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at [email protected] 

This episode explains what Social Prescribing is all about.

In the episode, various members of the Social Prescribing Team talk about:- 

- What Social Prescribing is.

- How Social Prescribing can help you.

- Their role as Social Prescribers.

-  How to access the service.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

The link to the Social Prescribers page with a Self-referral form - https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/services/social-prescribers/

Link to the Newcastle North Primary Care Network homepage - https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected].

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at [email protected] 

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 47, March 2026.

The main feature of this episode is about Fire Safety in the Home, featuring Adam Brunt (Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Community Engagement Officer) and Danielle Coleman (Station Manager at Sandyford Community Fire Station).

The newsletter also includes:

- Information about a new Friendship Group in Kidsgrove

- ChatHealth, a new text messaging Support Service for 11 to 19 Year-olds in Staffordshire.

- Details on Social Prescribing Day, how to find out more and access the service.

-  Information on the NHS Cancer Screening Programmes, and the importance of attending/utilising the service.

-  A reminder about the Easter closing dates for the surgery.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

You can complete an online home fire safety check at https://www.safelincs.co.uk/hfsc/ 

Safety at Home - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/your-safety/safety-at-home/

Road Safety - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/your-safety/road-safety/

National Highways Safe T.R.I.P. information - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/road-safety/trip/

On-call Firefighter Recruitment - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/careers/on-call-firefighters/

Fire Safety in the Home Information Leaflet - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/fire-safety-in-the-home

Find out more about the Father Hudson Friendship Group, or contact them directly by visiting: https://www.fatherhudsons.org.uk/older-people/young-at-heart/

Find out more about Social Prescribing on the Newcastle North PCN website at  -https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk/services/social-prescribers/ 

You can access the NHS 111 service online at  NHS 111 service 

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected].

Download the newsletter here - https://www.kidsgrovegpsppg.co.uk/current-newsletter

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

Don’t forget, you can also access any of our episodes on the podcast page of the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at [email protected] 

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 46, February 2026.

The main feature of this episode is about helping you with weight loss by utilising the Podcast Series “Beyond the Scales”.

The newsletter also includes:

- An update on the two Christmas parties that were held, one for patients of the practice and one for the Dementia Social Activity Group at Whitehill Methodist Community Church, with thanks to the individuals and organisations who supported them.

- A call for new PPG members to join us.

- Information on the VAST Door2Door service and how to book transport if you don’t have your own vehicle or easy access to public transport.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Use any of the major podcast service providers to search for Mount Road Practice PPG or Newcastle North PCN, then select “Series 2 - Beyond the Scales”.

To listen on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

To get all the information on the Christmas parties and view the full picture gallery - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/blog

To view the picture gallery from the Christmas parties - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/2025-xmas-parties

To find out more about the PPG - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

VASt Door2Door service -

Telephone 01782 621936 (Monday to Thursday, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm)

Email - [email protected]

Website - door2doortransport.org.uk

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected].

Download the newsletter here - Click to download your copy.

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at [email protected] 

In this special edition podcast, we are joined by Adam Brunt (Community Engagement Officer) and Danielle Coleman (Station Manager at Sanyford Community Fire Station), who share practical tips and advice on home fire safety and discuss winter vehicle safety.

You can complete an online home fire safety check by visiting https://www.safelincs.co.uk/hfsc/, but if you don’t have online access, don’t worry, you can call 0800 0241 999.

Here are the links to the website pages and support materials mentioned in the podcast:

Safety at Home - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/your-safety/safety-at-home/

Road Safety - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/your-safety/road-safety/

National Highways Safe T.R.I.P. information - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/road-safety/trip/

On-call Firefighter Recruitment - https://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/careers/on-call-firefighters/

Fire Safety in the Home Information Leaflet - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/fire-safety-in-the-home

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected].

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at [email protected]

This is the audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 45, December 2025.

The main feature of this episode is a change to the appointment booking process, with the implementation of the Total Triage system from the 3rd December.

The newsletter also has:

- The surgery opening hours during the Christmas and New Year period.

- Information on where to get help during the holiday season.

- A reminder to ensure you have enough medication for Christmas and New Year, and to submit your repeat prescription request well in advance.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

To access the online booking system via the Mount Road Practice website, use the link: https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/m83084.

To access the updated Appointments Page on the Mount Road Practice website and access videos and FAQs https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/services/appointments/

To Learn about the NHS 111 sevice - https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

To find a Pharmacy near you - https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

To find out more about the Haywood Urgent Treatment Centre - https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/services/walk-centre-haywood-community-hospital

We are sure you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or topics you would like us to cover in future episodes, please get in touch via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected].

Download the newsletter here - Click to download your copy.

Subscribe to the PPG newsletter here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration.

More information about the PPG and its purpose can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview.

If you have any questions or suggestions for topics for future podcasts, please email us at [email protected]. 

This is the Audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 44, November 2025.

The main item in this episode is about this year’s Christmas Parties.

The newsletter also contains items on: -

• Details about a carer advice day on Thursday, 27th November at Burslem Cricket Club.
• Details about common conditions that can be dealt with at your pharmacy without the need for a GP appointment.
• * A request to patients to inform the surgery if they no longer need or cannot attend their appointment.
• A reminder to check that your contact details held by the Surgery are up to date.

We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

This is the Audio version of the MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 43, October 2025.

The main item in this episode is regarding the Drive to online Access

The newsletter also contains items on: -

• How to request an appointment with a specific GP.
• How to enable notifications in the NHS App
• How you can request help in setting up and using the NHS App.
• Details on the upcoming PPG & NN-PCN Podcasts.

These are the links referenced in the podcast:

Video demonstrating how to enable notifications on the NHS App - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pDpfrbBYP7I

Link to the Online Consultation Tool on the practice website -  https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/m83084

We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration

More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

If you have any questions or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts, you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠