Did you take an infant CPR class? Would you recommend it?
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Yes we did and I highly recommend it!
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I didn't take one but I am already CPR certified and we went over infant cpr.
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We took it and I'm glad we did. Hope I never have to use it..... but if I do ill be ready!
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I took an infant CPR refresher course and it was great! One week later LO was choking like crazy on a vitamin d drop (i know, i am a horrible mom) and i felt more calm dealing with the situation. Seriously, best $50 ever...and it was for 2 parents. Highly recommend at least a refresher course.
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I'm curious about this too. My DH seems to think it's unnecessary.
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Are you in my brain today? I was just coming on to post this today!
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@mrsjyw: haha great minds!
@mrskc: I haven't talked about it with Dh yet but I could also see him thinking it wasn't essential...
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They also teach you the Heimlich and I've already seen several bees say that they've used it on their LOs upon starting finger foods so I would definitely take the class.
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I haven't and I want to take one. DH works at a hospital so he had to take one!
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@hilsy85: I took one here in the city if you're interested! I was a lifeguard for years so I kind of knew it already, but I was happy DH was there to learn. She also covered the following: choking and which foods are more hazardous, burns, car seat installment, and just general words of wisdom from another mom. It was only 2 hours, so it wasn't all day or anything.
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@hilsy85: Yeah, I asked him about it and he was like I already know it. Then he said we could just watch you tube videos to learn it. lol I think I want to revisit the issue now.
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DH and i haven't taken a class.. My dad showed me what to do in case Lo chokes or needs CPR, but I really should get certified!
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@Tidybee: ooh yes! Could you post the info here or on my wall?
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@mrskc: haha yeah I actually just asked DH about it and he surprisingly said that he thinks we should, so I guess I'll be looking for a class!
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I haven't taken mine yet and LO is 5 months! DH and I are going to try to take it soon, especially with LO starting solids next month. We did pay for our nanny to take one--she took it with Tribeca Parenting.
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We are definitely taking one. It seems like a no brainer to me.
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My husband and I are both about to sign up for a course. We both are already CPR certified but we're both a little iffy still when it comes to babies. I'm sure we would do the right thing but I want it to be second nature for us so we can remain calm and controlled. I especially want a refresher as a just-in-case because we are planning on doing baby-led weaning when the time comes. I know gagging is common and choking is a rarity but I feel better knowing what to do just in case. I personally think it's better to take the course and never need it than to be in an emergency situation without knowing what to do.
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I am CPR certified, so I didn't take a specific class just for infants. But I think it's good knowledge to have.
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I think it's extremely important and necessary. In the rare case that there's an emergency, those few minutes before emergency services arrive can make a life or death difference.
Sure you can "learn" it from youtube or a book, but there is noone there to check your technique and make sure that you're doing everything correctly.
SO and I, as well as future LO's grandma are all signed up for a class next month. It's only $25, and i think it will be one of the best $25 we've spent.
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Yes, my mom is an instructor, so she gave us a course before DD was born. I'm glad we have that knowledge. It makes me feel more prepared for the "just in case."
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We haven’t taken ours yet but my mom is an instructor and will be doing one for us once I go on maternity leave the week after next. I got certified a few years ago but I definitely would feel more comfortable with a refresher. I think it’s extremely important.
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@highwire: I agree.
We are definitely taking infant CPR. I would skip even my childbirth class before skipping the CPR class.
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I'm CPR certified and I think it's totally worth it! It only takes a couple hours and is the most useful skill anyone could have.
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I took an infant CPR and first aid class when LO was two months. Totally worth it in my mind! You never know what scary situation can occur, so it gives me peace of mind knowing that I can respond appropriately.
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@hilsy85: We took one this last weekend and I think it was worth it. It was just 2 hours, and they went over CPR as well as what to do if the baby - or, toddler really - starts choking.... I hope we never have to use it, but I am glad we both know what to do just in case.
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I am not certified but they did explain to us what to do the day we left the hospital
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Thanks everyone! I think we will sign up for one to take before baby arrives
Just another thing to get on the calendar!
@mrskc: I haven't talked about it with Dh yet but I could also see him thinking it wasn't essential...
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