Anti-Choking Device
Debating whether or not I should purchase an anti-choking device for my baby… been getting so many ads for LifeVac and similar products. There’s not a lot of research/testing on this product but maybe just to have it for peace of mind? Or should I just take CPR classes and hope and pray that’s enough? Almost all my parent friends have had choking scares with their kids which terrifies me… Thoughts?
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CPR and get refreshers if you aren't feeling confident. I've asked my local WIC office for refreshers and the nurses are happy to help
I get recertified in pediatric advanced life support (PALS), adult advanced life support (ACLS) and basic life support (CPR/BLS) every two years for my job. I use all of those skills on a weekly basis at minimum, so I'm very comfortable with them. Personally, I still bought a lifevac because there's no such thing as being too prepared. Also, does anyone else ever watch your child? It's great to have for babysitters/grandparents/etc in case of emergency. Seconds count when it comes to choking and even if someone knows what to do panic can make that very difficult.
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Take the cpr classes. You should have those no matter what the case. But if a lifevac makes you feel better I would say get it but do know it does not work in every scenario and having the CPR if it doesn't is a absolute must. It is intended to be used after CPR fails.