by Tom SirmonsWritten by Tom SirmonsUpdated October 2026 with current drowning-resuscitation guidance. A day at the beach turned into a life-threatening emergency when a Chicago father and his 14-year-old daughter were caught in rough water off St. Joseph, Michigan. The daughter began struggling in waves reported to be several feet high. Her father, Fidel Chavez, went into […]
by Laura_FrostAs a child care provider you should know what to look for in signs of a child being in a struggle. This could be anything from their breathing stopping to their choking on a small wrapper. As a babysitter or
by Troy BowmanAs a baby starts to eat more solid food this becomes more and more of a possibility. This is complicated by the fact that some babies are more vocal than others which can make confusing for parents to know if their baby is really choking.
by Carin Mangimelifirst aid and CPR applications and programs are also being developed. These applications provide step-by-step instructions
by Elayne BowmanIt was on Christmas Eve, during a family gathering, when Joey grabbed a piece of hard candy and put it in his mouth. Joey was only 2 years old. No one saw Joey take the candy. They were all actively enjoying the festivities. Then in happened. Joey’s dad noticed that he was very quiet and […]
by Maria McCutchenBabysitting is an important job. It requires first and foremost, the love of children, but beyond that, there are many qualifications you must possess in order to be a good and responsible babysitter. Children of all ages have needs that require tending to. You will need to be aware of the different age groups, and […]