Rural stay-at-home mum of 4, Sarah Giltrow joins Heidi Trusler as she shares her harrowing experience of a choking incident involving her daughter and discusses the importance of emergency preparedness, particularly in rural and remote areas.

She emphasises the need for first aid knowledge and advocates for the LifeVac device as a potential lifesaver. The discussion also touches on the importance of awareness and education regarding choking hazards and the role of devices, like LifeVac, in enhancing safety for children and adults alike.

RESOURCES FROM TODAY'S SHOWLifeVac Statistics: https://lifevac.net.au/ LifeFlight Free First Aid Training: https://www.lifeflight.org.au/first-minutes-matter/ Tiny Hearts Article: https://tinyhearts.com/blogs/baby-first-aid/chocking-devices Tiny Hearts Website: https://tinyhearts.com/ Health Direct Website: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/choking Download the free Swallowing Safety handout 👇 🔗 https://popfamily.au/podcasts/choking-dangers-kids/

KEY TAKEAWAYS 💡

• First aid knowledge is crucial for parents and caregivers. • Living in remote areas increases the need for emergency preparedness. • Advocacy for awareness about choking hazards is essential. • Parents should have quick access to first aid information. • Devices like LifeVac should complement, not replace, first aid training. • Choking incidents can happen quickly and unexpectedly. • Education on choking prevention is vital for child safety. • Community support and resources can enhance safety measures.

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HOSTS | Heidi Trusler, Founder of Pop Online Speech Therapy and Speech Pathologist

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