Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub Product Review

Hello!

Average Ratings (from 64 ratings)
Overall star Rating
I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze
Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub :
4.59 out of 5 based on 65 reviews.

The Oates Premium Light Duty Corner Scrub is ideal for cleaning bathrooms, glass and tiles. With an ergonomic handle and a pointed tip it easily gets into corners to clean efficiently and effectively.

• Fits easily into corners
• Ideal for use on bathroom tiles, basins and showers
• Ideal for use on ceramic surfaces and wood trimmings
• Ideal for use on fibreglass and plastic swimming pools
• Built in scraper

Where can I buy the Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub?

The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is available at Bunnings.

Check out Christine’s video review!

 

Record a video review:

Click here or on the below link to record your video review for the Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub. We cannot wait to see it!

Video review Evamay

 

Other review pages

Post your Oates Triple Action Flat Mop reviews here
Post your Oates Space Saver Dustpan Set reviews here

 

available at bunnings logo

 


Published 3rd August 2019


  • Recommend

    I was sick of getting on my hands and knees scrubbing the tiles clean. This is my favourite cleaning brand to use, when I found the mop I knew it was going to make cleaning up so much easier, and it did. I am so pleased with this product, I have recommended it to others.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Love it

    The Oates light duty corner scrub is simply amazing. The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze and that too pleasantly. I enjoy Cleaning using the Oates products because their design suits my needs and is not uncomfortable at all. Here is my video review of cleaning the Walls and corners. Loved cleaning all my walls and the corners.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Lovely

    Yes so I would recommend the Oates light duty corner scrub to others. I have already done it to my friends and family members. Special note to how easy it is to use. The shape and design seems perfect for me as I don't have strain too hard to get the cleaning done around the corners. I happily use my Oates corner scrub and never get tired of it. Highly recommended for a great quality and use.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Winner

    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a real breeze. Today we cleaned the area around the fire alarms which are just near the kitchen area so absorbs some grease etc. The cleaning wasn't tough as the angle worked wonders. The handle of he brush is sturdy to hold and fits easily for grip. I love using the Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub. Highly recommended.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • The best

    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is just the most amazing thing for me. It has made cleaning into a real easy task. The corner shape is a winner for me as I can use it to literally clean anything and everything. The brush itself is easy to clean and wash. So everytime we're done, I just give it a wash. Bathroom corners, blinds corner or even the wall and ceiling corners are easy to clean. Just Perfect.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Yesssssssss

    I used it in my shower today, oh it works! It gets the soap scum, the mould, and it doesn’t hold onto the hair in the shower (hello postpartum hair loss!) so it was really easy to rinse off. We have an inspection in a couple of days and will be tackling the corners of the rooms tomorrow because they are gross but I already know it will do the job as I need it too! Spring cleaning, in the literal sense never so damn good and EASY!
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Easy peasy corner cleaner

    Still going strong with the corner cleaning abilities. This little scrubber works a treat on my tiles. You don't have to scrub hard to clean and if used with a spray it bubbles up nicely. I saw that it also comes in other strengths so I may try a stronger one for other cleaning around the house and garden.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • A great and easy to use product.

    I love this product as it made light work of scrubbing and getting into the corner areas of my shower recess. I love Oates products and highly recommend them to all.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Oakes Makes Light Work of Bathroom Cleaning

    Had the pleasure of testing our the Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub and was quite impressed. The scrubbing brush top, came to a point, which was great for getting right into corners. The handle was comfortable to hold. The light duty scour worked well to remove soap scum and even great to help scrub mould off.

    This is a great product to use in your bathroom, as you can use it on both tiles and glass.

    Would defiantly recommend buying this product from Oates.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Corner grime in the lime light

    So must say it's a neglected area of life, 2 teens a 4 year old and a labour husband leaves a stash of dust and grime that gets forgotten. The offending corner was put into the lime light after a flour incident drawing me down the depths of the kitchen corner near the tea and coffee making station. Swept up the mess, mopped the remaining but noticed a sinister dark spot learing at me. Bit of plain water and the muck just swept away from the corner no worries. Another swipe of the mop and evidence gone!
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Makes cleaning the shower a breeze

    I use mine on the whole bathroom works great around the bath tub and the sink but most of all i use it on my shower to get into all of the corners especially where the walls meet the floor it gets right in along those edges. Great for simple, easy and thorough cleaning. Will definitely be buying this one again.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Cornered

    It was a bit of a relief to find something that could nudge into all of the nooks and crannies of the bathroom. We use it every few days and give the shower a good scrub through. It's made the process much more satisfying, for sure! It's convenient and easy to hang in the shower for future use as well.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Recommend

    I was sick of getting on my hands and knees scrubbing the tiles clean. This is my favourite cleaning brand to use, when I found the mop I knew it was going to make cleaning up so much easier, and it did. I am so pleased with this product, I have recommended it to others.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Amazing tool

    So I have used this amazing tool in so many ways now. The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use every time. I just cleaned up my kitchen cupboards on the inside. It just works so fab on any kind of corners. Perfect cleaning tool it is. highly recommend this Oates light duty corner scrub.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Love it

    Yes this Oates light duty corner scrub totally works. The Oates scrub is great for Clean up small corners and hard to reach areas and I literally just cleaned up glitter on my floor corners using this scrub. The Oates dustpan front strip is still glittering but it did help with picking up most of the glitter off the floor. And then I did the corners with the scrub. Yep I will be buying this again.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Love it

    The Oates light duty corner scrub is simply amazing. The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze and that too pleasantly. I enjoy Cleaning using the Oates products because their design suits my needs and is not uncomfortable at all. Here is my video review of cleaning the Walls and corners. Loved cleaning all my walls and the corners.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Lovely

    Yes so I would recommend the Oates light duty corner scrub to others. I have already done it to my friends and family members. Special note to how easy it is to use. The shape and design seems perfect for me as I don't have strain too hard to get the cleaning done around the corners. I happily use my Oates corner scrub and never get tired of it. Highly recommended for a great quality and use.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Like it

    I use the Oates light duty corner scrub almost every day these days. Cleaning has become easier with the Oates product combination. Love the fact that this corner scrub comes with a sturdy handle and I can hold onto it quiet firmly and then do all the top corners of the walls. Love the pointy shape of the corner scrub. Highly recommended for anyone and everyone. Available at Bunnings.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Winner

    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a real breeze. Today we cleaned the area around the fire alarms which are just near the kitchen area so absorbs some grease etc. The cleaning wasn't tough as the angle worked wonders. The handle of he brush is sturdy to hold and fits easily for grip. I love using the Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub. Highly recommended.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • The best

    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is just the most amazing thing for me. It has made cleaning into a real easy task. The corner shape is a winner for me as I can use it to literally clean anything and everything. The brush itself is easy to clean and wash. So everytime we're done, I just give it a wash. Bathroom corners, blinds corner or even the wall and ceiling corners are easy to clean. Just Perfect.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Corner grime no more

    I love the oates range and I especially love the corner scrub.Getting into those pesky corners are no longer an issue with this amazing brush.This brush fits perfectly into the corners thanks to the angled tip making it easier to clean than a normal curved brush that to me never cleaned properly and had me going in with a kitchen sponge or wipe to clean those corners.This brush means only one wipe instead of two.Would definitely recommend.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Loved it

    I loved using this.

    no more knocked knuckles getting into the corners, or along the edges.

    It was Super easy and worked great.

    I would definitely recommend.

    I even used mine to do the edges around the house.

    I will be buying another one soon to keep handy in the kitchen and bathroom
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Handle Grip

    I recently purchased this cleaning product for my mum as she has severe hand arthritis she is able to place her hand around the handle grip without it slipping off. She leaves it in the bathroom and can clean the shower screen so much easier than the old cloth. It removes scum and soap stains without her having to scrub.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Shaped right

    Seeing this in the shop when looking for something that would hopefully help me get the children's bathroom clean. Upon finding this decided to give it ago as it could not hurt.

    Was surprised that getting into the corners was so much easier then before. I was using an old toothbrush to do the corners, but now have something that can do the whole job. Have brought another one for our bathroom and the spare bathroom too.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • A life changer

    Doing renovations in our bathroom, our shower and bath have been really yucky. I have tried cleaning numerous times and could never get it to come up looking clean. This brush has been a life changer as it gets into all the small spaces and corners. I will never use a different brush again. If your thinking of buying it, do it as you wont be disappointed.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Yesssssssss

    I used it in my shower today, oh it works! It gets the soap scum, the mould, and it doesn’t hold onto the hair in the shower (hello postpartum hair loss!) so it was really easy to rinse off. We have an inspection in a couple of days and will be tackling the corners of the rooms tomorrow because they are gross but I already know it will do the job as I need it too! Spring cleaning, in the literal sense never so damn good and EASY!
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Easy peasy corner cleaner

    Still going strong with the corner cleaning abilities. This little scrubber works a treat on my tiles. You don't have to scrub hard to clean and if used with a spray it bubbles up nicely. I saw that it also comes in other strengths so I may try a stronger one for other cleaning around the house and garden.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Easy clean

    I am all for anything that makes cleaning quicker and easier, and the Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub did just that. It comes to a point at the front of the scrub which was great for cleaning in to the corners. The gentle scrub easily removed the build up of soap scum with very little effort. The ergonomic handle meant that my wrist didn't get sore. I am very happy with this product and world definitely recommend it. I will be replacing mine when it needs it. Cheers!
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Handy little scrubber :)

    This is a great cleaning brush for the bathroom. We seem to end up with lots of soap scum on our shower recess, This corner scrub and a little bicarb soda and my shower was clean ! I tried it on the floor where the tiles meet the shower - it gets particularly grubby here. This scrubber did well at cleaning this space, because I could get all the way up to the edges of the corner.
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze


  • Brill

    Love love love especially for skirting boards
    I would recommend Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub to others
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub is great for cleaning the bathroom
    I am likely to buy an Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub now when I next shop for a bathroom cleaning tool
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub was easy to use
    The Oates Light Duty Corner Scrub made cleaning into corners a breeze

Click here to post a review

To post a review/comment please join us or login so we can allocate your points.

To register for reviews that are not open yet and for future reviews, enter your email below and we'll send you an email as soon as a review is open for application.

Topics

Mother’s instinct is a funny thing. At home, we trust it without question. But put us in a hospital setting with an unwell child, surrounded by doctors, nurses and monitors, and suddenly we start doubting ourselves.

What if I’m overreacting?
What if I’ve got it wrong?

So we stay quiet, even when we know something just isn’t right with our child. I’ve been there myself – when my usually ‘tough’ son was doubled over with stomach pain. I was told in the emergency department that it probably wasn’t his appendix. But I knew he wouldn’t have begged me to take him to hospital unless it was serious. Because I know him better than anyone. Turns out, it was appendicitis.

It’s a really common place for parents to land. You’re grateful for the care your child is getting, but at the same time, you feel this huge responsibility to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.

Here’s the thing though: that instinct you’re feeling? It matters more than you might think.

Why your gut feeling matters more than you realise

According to Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital, Leticia Jackson, parents bring something to the hospital that no test or machine ever could.

“Parents often say they ‘just know’ when something isn’t quite right with their child, and in a hospital, that gut feeling is incredibly valuable,” she explains.

Leticia Jackson, Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital

While medical teams rely on observations, tests and equipment, parents know the little details. The way your child usually smiles. How they react when they’re tired. What’s normal for them.

So when something feels “off”, even if everything looks okay on paper, it can actually be an early warning sign.

“When parents trust those instincts and speak up, this creates a powerful partnership that can sometimes catch a problem before it becomes an emergency,” Leticia says.

Worried about speaking up? You’re not alone

A lot of parents hesitate about advocating for their child.

You don’t want to come across as difficult. You don’t want to question the people caring for your child. And sometimes, you just don’t feel confident enough to push the issue.

Leticia gets it.

“It is completely understandable for parents to feel hesitant,” she says. “No one wants to be seen as difficult or to second-guess the hardworking people caring for their child.”

But here’s a helpful way to look at it: you’re not challenging the medical team, you’re helping them.

Parents are the constant. Staff change shifts, care for multiple patients, and rely on snapshots of information. You’re there the whole time, noticing the subtle changes.

“Our medical team doesn’t view a concerned parent as overreactive, but as a partner,” Leticia explains. “Your voice matters.”

Remember, we know our children better than anyone.

What to do if you’re worried: the Raise It process

If you’re in a NSW public hospital or health service and you’re worried about you or your child’s condition getting worse, there is a clear process you can follow called Raise It.

Raise It is designed to help patients, carers and family members get help fast if they’re worried about a change in their loved one’s condition.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Talk: Start by speaking to a nurse, midwife, doctor or health worker about your concerns.
  2. Ask: Still worried? Ask to speak to the nurse or midwife in charge and request a Clinical Review.
  3. Call: If you’re still concerned, you can escalate further using the Raise It process to get urgent attention from a senior health worker.

You don’t need medical knowledge. You don’t need to be certain. If you feel something isn’t right, or your child is getting worse, Raise It. You just need to speak up.

What should you actually look out for?

Sometimes it’s not one big, obvious sign. It can be small, subtle changes that just don’t sit right.

Things like:

  • Changes in breathing (fast, laboured or noisy)
  • Skin looking pale, mottled, or developing unusual rashes
  • Your child being unusually drowsy, floppy, or hard to wake
  • Confusion or behaviour that’s out of character
  • Pain that isn’t improving with treatment
  • Or simply that feeling that your child is getting worse

And sometimes, it’s just that gut feeling you can’t explain.

That’s enough.

“You are helping us, not bothering us”

If there’s one message Leticia wants parents to take away, it’s that you aren’t bothering the medical team, you’re helping them.

“In my years as a Nurse Unit Manager, I can say with absolute certainty that many critical changes in a child’s condition have been identified first by a parent. While our clinical staff are highly skilled at performing regular observations and interpreting data, parents are the only constant presence who truly know their child’s baseline behaviour, personality, and what is normal for them.

“I have seen numerous instances where a parent’s insistence that their child is “just not themselves” – despite vital signs appearing relatively stable – has prompted a deeper clinical review that uncovered everything from early signs of sepsis to a life-threatening respiratory crisis.”

The Raise It process exists because healthcare teams know how important parents are in keeping children safe.

“Speaking up doesn’t mean you don’t trust the team,” she says. “It means you’re partnering with us to make sure nothing gets missed.”

And if you’re still worried about being judged?

“Whether your concern turns out to be something or nothing, your instinct to raise it is always valid.”

Find out more, visit health.nsw.gov.au/raiseit

Mouths of Mums is proudly working with NSW Health to bring you this important article.

  • We need more articles like this one. It is important for us to advocate for ourselves and our loved ones in any situation and work with professionals.

    Reply

  • I have learned many times to always listen to your gut and speak up when you don’t think something is right. This article was a great read, our kids are our world and if we don’t feel they are getting the right help, and we feel it, we need to speak up.

    Reply

  • You should never second guess yourself when it comes to yours or your childs health- or anyones for that matter. Go with your thoughts. It is natural to want to protect a loved one especially when it comes to health situations, and the feeling you get when you think you didnt do enough to advocate or fight for them…it is not a kind or nice way to feel. Many people have ended up being heartbroken and picking up pieces for years because of feeling they didnt do enough.

    Reply

  • A very good and informative article. I have read so many stories about mums just knowing when things are not right and demanding second and third opinions until they got the right answer. Sometimes mums just know. It is our job as care takers of our families. Listen to your gut!

    Reply

  • Years ago, I spoke up for my 14-year-old daughter, but my concerns weren’t fully listened to. I’ve always wished I had pushed harder. She was sent home without much testing, and two days later, she passed away.
    So, if you ever have concerns—no matter how minor—please speak up and keep advocating. Trust your instincts; they are there for a reason.

    Reply

  • This is so important for parents to know how to raise it further if they don’t think their child is receiving the medical support they need! I know this article refers to the NSW system but other systems have similar procedures just with different names. I know in QLD it’s called Ryan’s Rule.

    Reply

  • It’s so important to follow your gut instincts and express your concerns indeed. I have never hesitated to advocate for my children in various situations and I don’t care what other people think about it. Not all doctors and medical staff appreciate it when you question them, I’ve experienced that it may result in angry indignant responses.

    Reply

  • How true this is! While nurses and doctors are the medical professionals doing their job on the daily, we know our children better than anyone and what is ‘normal’ for them. I would always speak up if I had noticed any changes in my child’s health and encourage other parents to do so too. No question is silly!

    Reply

  • This really is such an important issue and a good topic to discuss with people, I am often surprised that people are worried about being judged. This is not something I care about; the priority is for the care and health of everyone is my family. Parents know their children and need to work with health professionals for the best outcomes for their children.

    Reply

  • This is such an important issue to raise, and no one should ever feel ashamed, nervous or that they are being OTT for advocating for their kids, themselves or loves ones in hospital. In QLD we have Ryan’s Rule. A three step process where your concern will be escalated if they believe the patients condition isn’t improving or is worsening.

    Reply

  • I have never been afraid to advocate for my children and partner and extended family and also friends. It is so important to listen and to trust intuition. When people have not listened, I have persevered and kept on with insisting on care and making sure they truly listened and took action.

    Reply

Post a comment

To post a review/comment please join us or login so we can allocate your points.

↥ Back to top

Thanks For Your Star Rating!

Would you like to add a written rating or just a star rating?

Write A Rating Just A Star Rating
Join