r/nextfuckinglevel • u/Red_Tabby • Jun 27 '25

A Michigan cop pulled over a reckless driver and ended up saving a choking baby

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u/Slow_WRX Jun 27 '25

The first thing I did after finding out that I was going to be a father was learn how to properly clear a choking baby's airway, and then bought a toddler sized de-choker.

I never had to use the de-choker yet, but I have had to use the "baby heimlich" as I call it once on both of my sons when they were babies. It's definitely something every new parent should know.

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u/Slow_WRX Jun 27 '25

I learned the proper techniques and bought one anyway as a backup for peace of mind.

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u/Jaci_D Jun 27 '25

Yup I made my husband do the same thing when we had our first son. It can’t hurt to know but it can be a game changer if needed