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5 Must-Take Safety Classes in Ottawa
As a parent, there is nothing more important than the well-being and safety of your family. We've put together a list of safety classes in Ottawa so you can stay current on the best practices for keeping your loved ones safe and sound.
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Genes to Beans Prenatal Classes
A certified instructor and mom of two, Kati will put your mind at ease by making sure you know all the rules, laws, and tricks for getting a car seat installed safely. Kati and her partner Stephanie also run Genes to Beans Prenatal Classes, which offer 20 hours of instruction on everything you'll need to know for a healthy pregnancy and birth, including what to expect from the various stages of labour, what the pain management options are, how to care for yourself post-birth, and how to handle and nurse a newborn.
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Canadian Red Cross
The Canadian Red Cross is one of the most well-known organizations in Canada offering Standard First Aid and CPR Courses, which cover everything from breathing emergencies to wound care (for infant, child and adult). There are numerous other courses available, such as Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR, intended specifically for people looking after infants and young children in their homes.
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St. John Ambulance
St. John Ambulance is another name-brand source of first aid and CPR training, with offerings similar to those of the Red Cross. What's great about St. John is their youth classes, such as We Can Help, The Lifesaver and their ever popular, award-winning Babysitter course, which has your tweens and teens leaving with a wallet-size certificate.
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Ottawa Childbirth Education Association
If you'd rather host a CPR course in your own home, contact the Ottawa Childbirth Education Association. As long as you have four or more interested attendees, an instructor will come to you and teach you all about first aid safety for your infant. And if you choose instead to take the course at their location, babies in arms are welcome. They also have a great selection of prenatal classes.
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S.E.A.T.S. for Kids
S.E.A.T.S. for Kids is ready to bring you a little peace of mind, with courses and clinics to educate parents on all the ins and outs of safe car riding. We love their Community Courses; by request, a volunteer instructor will spend a free hour with your playgroup, empowering parents to install and move car seats with ease. Just as important, when someone tells you you're doing it wrong, you'll have all the facts you need to back up your choices.