Preparing for a new baby comes with a long list of responsibilities — assembling cribs, installing car seats, and baby-proofing the house. But one of the most important things parents can do to prepare for emergencies is learning lifesaving skills like CPR.
Recently, I had the privilege of providing CPR and AED training for radio host Bobby Bones and his wife Caitlin as they prepare to welcome their first child. Like many soon-to-be parents, they wanted to feel confident that they could respond quickly if an emergency ever happened.
Bobby later shared his experience publicly, talking about what he learned and why he believes CPR training is so important.
After completing the training, Bobby talked about the experience on his platform and shared how learning CPR helped him understand what really saves lives in an emergency.
You can read Bobby’s full post here:
He also shared a video about the training on Instagram discussing the importance of learning CPR and choking rescue techniques before becoming a parent.
Watch his Instagram post here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DVqobzqDpwm/
During the training, we focused on several critical lifesaving skills including:
One of the biggest takeaways was how important strong, consistent chest compressions and quick action are during a cardiac emergency.
Most cardiac emergencies happen at home, not in hospitals. For infants and young children, choking is one of the most common emergencies caregivers may face.
Knowing how to respond in the first few minutes before emergency responders arrive can make the difference between life and death.
According to the American Heart Association, bystander CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival after sudden cardiac arrest.
That’s why CPR training isn’t just important for healthcare providers — it’s essential for:
Learning CPR provides the confidence and skills needed to act quickly when seconds matter most.
One thing I always remind students during CPR training is that emergencies don’t wait for professionals to arrive.
The first responder is usually a family member, friend, or bystander who happens to be nearby.
When someone collapses from sudden cardiac arrest, immediate CPR and early defibrillation with an AED are the two most important actions that can save a life.
That’s why more families are choosing to get CPR certified before welcoming a new baby.
As the owner of CPR Choice, a nationwide CPR and First Aid training center, I have the opportunity to teach lifesaving skills to thousands of people every year — from parents and teachers to businesses and healthcare providers.
It was truly an honor to help prepare Bobby and Caitlin with these skills as they get ready to welcome their new baby.
Because when seconds matter, knowing what to do can truly save a life.
If you’re interested in learning CPR, AED use, or First Aid for your family or workplace, CPR Choice offers certification courses designed to help people respond confidently during emergencies.
Learning CPR only takes a few hours — but the skills you gain could save someone’s life.
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