If you asked me to watch someone’s puppy for the weekend, I’d be a little nervous because I’ve never had a puppy. If you asked me to watch a baby, no problem…even if there was a CPR emergency, I would at least know what to do! What’s the difference…knowledge! I am empowered by the knowledge I’ve gained through experience. That is why I believe everyone should receive CPR training. We are all at the same risk of being present in the face of an emergency, so better to be confident that you can do all that is in your power!
Here’s a snip from an article in the Chicago Parent Magazine urging parents and family members to learn CPR!
We all know that for parents, worrying comes pretty naturally. Those “what ifs” — from silly stuff like “what if his head is always that big?” to more serious questions like “what if she chokes on that carrot?” — keep you up nights.
So a program from the American Heart Association aims to make sure rookie parents and their second-string of grandparents and babysitters are prepared to handle an emergency, should it arise.
I took the Family & Friends CPR class at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, where it’s offered as a prenatal education class. CDH usually offers at least five classes each month.
In the four years that CDH has facilitated the class, Stephanie Krantz, head of prenatal education, says it has been very successful.
Taking a CPR class might not be the most glamorous way to spend a few hours, but the Family & Friends course is an excellent and nonthreatening way to brush-up your skills or learn the basics for the first time — and make sure you’re ready for all those scary “what ifs.”
We had some great classes this weekend! One class had a couple learning for their niece! Here’s the before and after:
Before Class…
And After Class…
Call 615.519.1610 to schedule your class!
