Infant CPR

Did you know hot dogs are the #1 food item kids choke on? Along with popcorn, peanuts, grapes, and hard candy, these are the five most common choking hazards. However, being in health conscious California, kids are more likely to choke on carrots, tomatoes, and other various raw veggies/fruits. We didn't have our birthing class this week but instead had signed up for Infant CPR. It was a great class, albeit a little scary - the techniques are quite simple but could save your baby's life. We went over what to do if baby is choking as well as how to perform infant CPR. I had taken CPR in the past few years but since 2006 the methods have changed pretty drastically and the American Heart Association now recommends 2 breaths followed by 30 compressions - whether for a baby, child, or adult. I feel a bit safer, though it makes you also think of all the things in your house your baby could potentially get into - choking hazards, poisons, etc etc. We'll definitely be doing some baby proofing.