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First Aid for Choking
...Every year, thousands of children -- most of them under 4 -- choke on pieces of food, toys... airways can easily become obstructed. Fortunately, choking deaths are preventable (see related articles... until the object is coughed up or help arrives.
6. Even if your child seems fine after a choking...
Forbidden Baby & Toddler Foods
Infants and young children have trouble chewing completely, so certain foods pose a choking hazard until they reach age 4. Check out our list of foods to avoid giving babies and toddlers -- plus tips for worry-free, healthy eating.
10 Surprising Safety Hazards
You'll be shocked at what's really dangerous for children in your home. Don't skip our checklist of 10 safety hazards that could be deadly.
How to Give a Baby CPR
Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to give a baby CPR if your little one chokes or is unconscious.
Lower Your Child's Risk of Choking
...Choking can be life threatening when a child swallows or inhales an object or food that blocks his... airways. To decrease the risk of choking: Mash, puree, or blend your baby's food thoroughly before serving... choking hazards, out of your toddler's reach. Purchase Mylar balloons instead of the rubber kind...
Must-Know Tips for Starting Solids
It may seem like everyone has an opinion when it comes to starting solids. Read on to find out which tips to follow -- and which you can ignore.
Baby Choking Risks
Dr. Alan Greene answers the question,Why isn't my baby chewing his food before swallowing it?
Choking Hazards and Your Baby
...According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the most common cause of nonfatal choking... incidents is food, most commonly nuts, hot dogs, and chunks of fruit or vegetable. Most choking deaths... the possibility of being faced with a choking child. But what constitutes a choking hazard, and what can you do...
How to Perform CPR
All parents should take a CPR course to be fully prepared for emergencies. Always call 911. If your child is not breathing but still has a pulse, you'll need to perform rescue breathing. If there's no breathing and no pulse, you should perform full CPR until help arrives.
