When you step into the world of parenting, you’re bombarded with a mountain of advice on what to do—and what to avoid. But let’s be honest, most of it goes in one ear and out the other, especially after you’ve got a couple of kids running around. However, one mom’s quick thinking during a choking scare proved that sometimes, it pays to remember the lessons learned in those baby classes.
In a gripping video shared by ABC News, we see Sarah Mitchell springing into action when her one-year-old daughter, Mia, begins choking on some veggie chips. Thanks to her training, Sarah knew exactly what to do: she swiftly executed the Heimlich maneuver—toddler edition—until Mia coughed up the culprit chip and could breathe again without a hitch. “I went straight into mommy mode,” Sarah recalled. “It was terrifying.”
Captured on Sarah’s nanny cam, the footage is not for the faint of heart. You can see little Mia dash over to her mom, clearly struggling to catch her breath. Without missing a beat, Sarah scoops her up and positions her correctly to clear the obstruction. “We attended every class our hospital offered,” Sarah shared with ABC News. “It’s the least you can do when you’re bringing a baby into the world.”
As a parent myself, with two boys—one of whom just celebrated his first birthday and has a knack for making fake choking sounds to get attention—I completely get it. Kids might excel in many areas (trust me on this), but mastering the art of chewing and swallowing? Not so much. Combine that with their tendency to put absolutely everything in their mouths, and choking becomes a very real concern.
Sarah hopes that by sharing this intense moment, more parents will take the time to learn essential lifesaving techniques. “I was hesitant to share the footage because it’s so personal,” she admitted. “But I wanted to motivate others to learn what to do in these situations.” With emotion in her voice, she reflected, “I remember how scared I was. I’m just so grateful it ended well.”
As this video circulates, let’s hope it inspires more parents to equip themselves with the knowledge to handle emergencies like the one Sarah faced, so they can celebrate the same happy outcome as she and Mia did. For a quick how-to on saving a choking infant, check out this informative video from St. John Ambulance.
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In summary, Sarah Mitchell’s harrowing experience with her daughter Mia choking on veggie chips serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of being prepared for emergencies. By sharing her story, she hopes to encourage other parents to learn lifesaving techniques.