Choking
Choking: Avoid hard, small, smooth, and gummy foods under 4 years of age. Conforming items like latex balloons can cause choking. Encourage child to remain seated while eating and drinking. Use safe toys that are age appropriate and remove loose/broken parts. Encourage caregivers to learn choking first aid.
Parent Resources
Government of Canada
Halloween Safety - Health Canada – It’s Your Health
Caring For Kids - Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS)
Keep your young child safe around the house - Canadian Paediatric Society – Caring for Kids
About Kids Health - The Hospital for Sick Children
Choking: First Aid - The Hospital for Sick Children – AboutKidsHealth
Parachute Canada
Choking - Parachute Canada