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[ru-star]

Okay, I read this and have never related to anything more in my life. I'm glad OP is living a more happy (While still depressed, I felt that sugar) Mature life, Id like to add my own opinion into this if I may.

While the original post was from 3 years ago over an Instagram Harry Potter influencer Starbucks drink, and some poor sap thinking that the drink was good but turns out the recipe was bad on itself, I’d like to add to this in my own opinion based on what I have read in this post.

If you, or anyone you know tries to make this sorta thing without the knowledge of how Starbucks or that specific Job/industry works, please don't try to post something you think is good for others to try, when in reality it’s just a waist of time or money.

$10 for a syrup-filled drink isn't something I'd be willing to pay for as a customer tbh. That alone is a hell no for me. I'd rather pay for 2 tall boba drinks with jelly boba that's $15 than a coffee-filled syrup mess.

This is like, if a person being depressed tried to talk to someone based on how their feeling depressed, and that person ends up saying “Than just don't be depressed” or “Just be happy” is like an ultimate slap to the face to the person who just tried to get comfort and or help before it got to the point of Self harm or Suicide.

Now, I worked in daycare as both a teacher's Aid, and as a Teacher, and I know that if someone, who has never worked with children, or even has children, let alone babysat kids, tries to tell me how to do something a certain way, even if I've already tried that or know it won't work, would ultimately piss me off to no end, especially if they kept pushing that thing onto me.

Ultimately what I'm saying is, if you know a drink that's simple to make that others would enjoy, post and share it! There's no harm in it, but if you're trying to make something like what OP had said in their post 3 years ago over an Influencers post on a cute Starbucks-themed drink who may or may not have zero knowledge of how the hell Starbucks even works, then please, save everybody some time and effort and don't post that shit for others to try. It's like tempting a toddler to eat a bag full of Typods by leaving it out and opened for them to reach.

If you wanted to make your own theme with a full ‘how-to-do’ step-by-step on the making and receiving process, you also gotta have if not at least different types of milk options as everything you use depends on a personal taste.

Say person A likes their drinks sweet, but person B doesn't. Say they both saw it and make it like the recipe says by said influencer. While Person A likes it and it fits their pallet, Peraon B might be lactose and ends up in a form of pain bc and or in the bathroom bc of how sweet it is along with the milk. And anyone who can't drink actual milk, myself included, knows that even just a glass of that shit can make you run for the hills very quickly if you don't use a different type of milk like Almond or 2% Milk.

Its better to have different options for different types of recipes, and yes I know that not a lotta people are willing to go the extra step and try this out with different things, and just wanna make it once and call it a day, yet honestly I find those influencers who do that to be amazing and who actually care about people who might have those issues and wants everybody to enjoy what they created and to have fun.

And yes I have made my own version of a Starbucks drink before and yes it was on the cheaper side and no I have never worked at a Starbucks before but here is something I used to drink before buying the stuff got a little expensive. You can find it at Walmart if you're in the U.S. but for other countries you can use whatever doesn't harm ya or make you bloated.

Get a glass or cup (I prefer my mason jar with a steal straw bc save the turtles).

Either get caramel syrup, chocolate, or whatever you use or none at all, and squirt it into the cup before spinning it around to create a fancy-looking pattern before maybe, if your like me and like the caramel ribbons in the straw, put some at the bottom of the cup to your liking.

You can fill it with crushed or solid ice, doesn't matter bc its gonna be cold anyhow.

Pour in whatever milk you wanna use, this can also be used for creamer and or a froth-like base that you can blend or use that spinny tool for that's overpriced but creates foam anyhow so who cares.

Next, your coffee, I usually use Delight Iced Coffee liquid coffee, but if you have more time than I do, use whatever normal coffee you use and pour that shit into whatever amount you wanna use as doing measurements variables on person to person. I personally just measure until it gets a little high before stopping.

Next, whipped cream. I usually use a lot but just enough to go over the rim of the cup but again, use as much or as little as you like.

Finally, add your syrup or nonsyrup to the whipped cream, and boom. Straw time.

ok enough is enough. whichever one of you virgins invented instagram starbucks recipes, die 1000 deaths. I had a customer come in today holding out their phone (full brightness) and looking all shy and Im immediately like 🙄 fine ok, what does the instagram user want me to make for them this time. well this time it's a cringe harry potter themed frappucino. excuse me??? "can you make this for me?" I said excuse me??? -- I mean *customer service voice* "yeah it looks like I have all the ingredients, haha sure!"

ok cringe instagram harry potter frappucino drinker. ok. die. "Ive never had this drink before" yeah I can tell due to the fact that it didnt exist until someone posted a #aesthetic photo of it to instagram 14 hours ago ok. ok,

but whatever, Im paid to put up with this shit. so I add the ingredients all up on my computer and congrats! ur harry potter cringe social media drink has $10 worth of syrup in it. are you happy??? is this what you wanted??? a $10 frappucino??? $10. for a drink. you doubled the price of this drink for ur off-brand "harry potter and the legend of the overpriced starbucks drink" drink. you doubled the price!!! is this how u imagined spending ur day? is this what u wanted to do when u woke up this morning? $10 for a 24oz drink?

and u know, you KNOW the influencer making this recipe doesn't even work at a starbucks cause when it was all said and done the drink looked like shit. my blender was straining against the weight of your sins (and syrups) and Im sweating, Im an animal, Im losing my mind and my blender is getting watered down frappucino syrups everywhere -- u put so much shit liquid in this blender it doesnt even fit in the cup btw. it's making a huge mess. but is it instagramable? no, its fucking ugly. #trending #foryoupage #cringe $10 harold potter drink for adult children,

so are you happy? is ur social media influencer bestie happy? I made ur stupid $10 drink for u. does it taste good? no? well I hope instagram shuts down tomorrow. I hope you read a different book. I hope I never get sober. there is no sign of land. I hope you die. I hope we both die.

[cprclassesnearme]

Everything You Need to Know About Infant CPR Classes in San Antonio

As parents and caregivers, ensuring the safety and well-being of the youngest members of our family is a top priority. Emergencies can occur at any time, and being equipped with the right skills to respond could mean the difference between life and death. This is why taking Infant CPR classes in San Antonio is a crucial step for anyone caring for babies.

What Is Infant CPR?

Infant CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a lifesaving technique specifically adapted for infants under one year old. Unlike adult CPR, it involves gentle chest compressions and rescue breaths tailored to the smaller anatomy of babies. Infant CPR is used during emergencies like choking, suffocation, or cardiac arrest to restore breathing and circulation.

Why Take an Infant CPR Class?

Preparedness for Emergencies: Babies explore the world with their mouths, making them more susceptible to choking hazards. CPR training helps you stay calm and act effectively during emergencies.

Hands-On Practice: In-person classes provide real-time feedback and practice on infant mannequins, ensuring you perform the technique correctly.

Peace of Mind: Knowing you have the skills to respond to an emergency can reduce anxiety about caring for an infant.

Who Should Attend Infant CPR Classes?

Infant CPR classes are ideal for:

New and expecting parents

Grandparents and other family members

Babysitters and nannies

Daycare workers and teachers

What to Expect in an Infant CPR Class

When you enroll in an Infant CPR class in San Antonio, you can expect to learn:

Recognizing when an infant needs CPR

Proper hand placement and compression depth for chest compressions

How to deliver rescue breaths safely

Addressing choking incidents effectively

Most classes are short, typically lasting a few hours, and are taught by certified professionals who guide you every step of the way.

Why Choose CPR Classes Near Me San Antonio?

At CPR Classes Near Me San Antonio, we specialize in providing comprehensive and accessible Infant CPR training. Our certified instructors are committed to ensuring you leave the class feeling confident in your abilities.

Convenient Locations: We’re based right here in San Antonio, offering flexible scheduling options.

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[babynightnurse]

The Essential Partnership: Baby Night Nurse and Lactation Consultant

Navigating the first year of parenthood can be an exciting roller-coaster ride. New parents experience unparalleled joy, along with some natural challenges. To help ease this journey, professional help, such as a baby night nurse and a lactation consultant, can provide invaluable support.

Defining the Role of a Baby Night Nurse

A baby night nurse, also known as a newborn care specialist, provides care for newborn babies during the night. This includes feeding, diaper changes, bathing, and assisting with establishing sleep routines. The benefits of having a baby night nurse are profound. They enable new parents to catch up on much-needed rest, reduce the stress of nighttime care, and offer knowledgeable advice on baby care. The aim is to support parents and make the transition into parenthood as smooth as possible.

Understanding the Role of a Lactation Consultant

A lactation consultant, on the other hand, is a certified professional who helps mothers with breastfeeding. They offer guidance, teach techniques, and provide solutions to common breastfeeding problems such as latching difficulties, painful nursing, or low milk supply. They play an essential role in successful breastfeeding, which is not only beneficial to the baby's health but also strengthens the mother-child bond.

The Symbiotic Relationship Between Baby Night Nurses and Lactation Consultants

While a baby night nurse and a lactation consultant have distinct roles, they complement each other perfectly when it comes to comprehensive newborn care. The baby night nurse ensures the baby's routine is well-managed and the parents are rested, while the lactation consultant focuses on optimizing the breastfeeding experience.

This professional duo can collaborate effectively, ensuring that feeding difficulties are promptly identified and addressed. Their teamwork reduces stress for the parents, providing a safety net of support that promotes the well-being of both mother and baby.

Choosing the Right Lactation Consultant and Baby Night Nurse

Choosing the right professional support is crucial to ensure your baby's first year goes as smoothly as possible. When selecting a baby night nurse service, look for agencies with highly trained and certified professionals who can adapt to your family's unique needs.

Similarly, when looking for a lactation consultant, it is essential to ensure they are certified by a reputable organization, such as the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE). An experienced lactation consultant who can understand and cater to your specific breastfeeding challenges will make a significant difference in your breastfeeding journey.

Remember, it's not only about their credentials but also about their approach. Both professionals should exhibit a caring, patient, and understanding demeanor. You should feel comfortable asking questions and seeking help, creating a trusting relationship for optimal care.

Conclusion

The first year of your baby's life is filled with beautiful milestones and some challenges. With the right support, these challenges can be managed effectively, allowing you to enjoy the joys of parenthood fully. The tandem of a baby night nurse and a lactation consultant can be your pillar of strength during this time, providing comprehensive care for your newborn and invaluable support for you. This essential partnership can truly be a game-changer, making the first year of parenthood a rewarding and memorable journey.

Remember, seeking help is not a sign of weakness; it's about ensuring you and your baby have the best care and support during a significant period of your lives. Embrace the assistance of these professionals and cherish the beautiful journey of parenthood.

[bumblybeemika]

Hey bro, u ok? You look a little pale…

[poppy5991]

Ways members of class 1a would fail their simulated field triage/first aid exam in 2nd year according to me:

Bakugo: got impatient and moved a victim with a spine injury w/o immobilizing

Izuku: panicked, placed the tourniquet below the bleed instead of above then cried bc his fake patient died

Ochako: brilliant, she actually passed

Shoto: didn’t check the scene was safe, incapacitated by falling debris before reaching the victim

Kaminari: short-circuited the AED battery with his quirk

Sero: misplaced a chest shield seal and tried to seal the remainder with his tape

Momo: misplaced her gloves, made new ones with her quirk, but they were latex and not nitrile causing an allergic reaction

Tsuyu: did fine until transport then bloodborne pathogen exposure bc she picked up a victim with her tongue

Mineta: groped the victim

Hagakure: scared parents by beginning CPR on infant without announcing her presence first

Shinso: calmed victim with brainwashing instead of psych first aid

Tokoyami: triaged someone as dead when they were not dead

Jiro: relented and removed a tourniquet when victim screamed in her ear

Koda: triaged greens as reds bc he was overly worried

Kirishima: got too enthusiastic about packing a wound and blocked the airway with gauze

Mina: got distracted singing Another One Bites the Dust and gave ineffective CPR

Shoji: splinted the wrong limb

Ojiro: accidentally ripped a warming blanket in half and forgot to put a new one on shock victim

Iida: tried to decon a shrapnel/hazmat victim before applying first aid measures

Sato: forgot to use a CPR barrier mask when performing mouth to mouth

Aoyoma: distracted by his reflection, used an adult triage algorithm for a peds victim

[reignsbaby]

This is for @diorianna

Hope you enjoy love!!!

(Also let’s pretend that Roman only has 3 kids in this)

Longing for Love

——Joe P.O.V.——

I never thought my life would include a messy divorce with children involved but here I am…and it’s so difficult. I’m fighting for my kids, my home, my life all of it. It all just keeps getting more stressful as days go on. My grey hairs are popping through more and more. I had to find someone to help me. I began to reasearch nanny’s and baby sitters. When my eyes fell upon Y/N I felt something jolt inside me. The smile, so perfect and beautiful, the doe eyes entrancing me further…but I stopped myself. I was a soon to be divorced dad of 5. No woman her age would want me like that. But she did seem pretty genuine and open to really any hours available. So I decided to shoot her an email

—— Y/n P.o.V. ——

I groaned as my phone dinged roughly five times. There’s no way it’s time for me to get up yet…who the hell is texting me this early? I thought as I rolled over in my bed, I picked my phone up off the nightstand before sitting up in bed. It was notifications from my nanny/babysitting app I have.

Joe Anoa’i: Hello my name is Joe

Joe Anoa’i : I’ve never contacted someone on here before so bare with me please 😅

Joe Anoa’i: I have 3 kids, 1 is a teen so I don’t really need help with her as much, she might need help with homework or something here and there but she’s mostly with her mom, but I do have twin boys who are 3 years old.

Joe Anoa’i: I’m unsure the hours, I am really struggling currently as I’m going through a very rough divorce on top of this

Joe Anoa’i: I’m also on the road a lot, when I have my kids, they come with me so I can assure I spend gas much quality time with them as possible.

I took a look at Joes profile and I immediately noticed how good looking he was. But I pushed that aside it was time to be professional.

Good Morning Joe! I appreciate your interest in my services! I am a part time student who full time works as a nanny/babysitter, I would like to tell you a little bit about myself as I find that important for potential clients. I am 24 years old and I have always loved children, I as of now prefer to watch others children since I want to get my degree! I go to school online so I have open availability! I have been babysitting for roughly 7 years, and I’ve nannied for families for 2 years! I have taken many classes and sat in seminars to ensure that I can be a positive role model for children as well as a safe person for them to rely on. My classes and certifications will be listed below:

• CPR And AED Certified (I also have a portable aed machine I keep with me at all times)

• Water Safety Certification

• infant care certification

• professional nanny certification

• Childhood nutrition

• Fitness education

• Foreign language (6 years of Spanish, 3 years of French, I speak Spanish and French fluently)

• Special Needs Care Classes

• Positive Discipline Training

I would definitely be interested in helping you out! I do require at least one in person meeting prior to discussing any services and creating a buisness contract. If meeting in person doesn’t work (with your busy work schedule) I am also willing to do a zoom call and talk to you over that! Thank you for your interest and I hope to hear from you soon!

Y/F/N Y/L/N

I sent the email and rolled over to go back to sleep. I couldn’t help but think about how handsome Joe was…I pushed it out of my mind and slowly fell back to sleep.

——Joe P.O.V.——

As I ran on the treadmill the ding of a notification interrupted my music. I looked down seeing it was a email from the nannying site. I opened it, reading Y/N’s message and smiling. She said she’d help! And she’s got so many qualifications…man she’s a well rounded individual.

—Time skip because it’s needed now—

——Y/n P.O.V.——

It was a hot day and the first thing the boys wanted to do was swim, I loved Joe’s twins and they were so well behaved. And Joelle was home too which made for nice conversation, she’s such a sweet girl I felt bad that she had to be as old as she was while her parents went through a divorce, my parents were divorced, and it sucked to be her age through all of it too. I walked upstairs, knocking on the door of the boys room. I opened it hearing then giggle. “You boys finish your assigned reading for the day?” I asked and they both nodded with big smiles on their faces. “Well good……I guess it’s pool time then!” I said excitedly and they screamed jumping up and down and making me shush them. “Boys your dad is still sleeping you have to keep it down…he had a long week.” I said and they looked up at me covering their mouths before giggling. “I’m awake.” I heard his deep raspy voice say from behind me, shivers ran up my spin as I slowly turned to look back. My eyes trailed from his thick muscular legs up to his naked torso and chest. My eyes finally connected with his deep chocolate doe eyes making my face flush. “Oh Mr.Anoa’i I didn’t realize you were up! Sorry boys I yelled at you for no reason then.” I said with a small laugh. “How many times I gotta tell ya call me Joe. It’s okay I’d rather you keep these rowdy boys of mine in line then let them wreak havoc like I know they can.” He said as he moved into the room, quickly swooping each boy up onto his shoulders. They giggled and squealed making me smile. “Daddy! Guess what! It’s pool day!” One twin squeaked out surrounded by laughs. “You gotta swim with us please daddy!” The other twin said making me smile. “They sure do drive a hard bargain huh?” He said turning and looking at me. “Yes they do.” I said with a smirk. “Well I guess I have no choice then. I’ll go get my suit on. You two get yours on.” He said setting them down and they nodded. “Last one down to the pool is a rotten egg!” He said before bolting from the room. I quickly grabbed the suits from their dresser handing them each one before exiting the room and closing the door. I needed to check on Joelle.

I knocked softly on her door, hearing her softly tell me to come in. I opened the door peaking my head in seeing her writing stuff down. “Hey Joelle, I just wanted to check in and see how you are doing.” I said with a soft smile closing the door behind me. She looked over sighing before I saw her lip wiggle. “Oh no I’m sorry hun I didn’t want to make you cry:” I said walking over and giving her a hug. She cried softly shaking her head: “I’m so stressed out!” She sobbed out and I rubbed her back letting her calm. “Let’s talk about what you are stressed about.” I said and she let out a shaky breath and nodded. “I’m trying to get a really good score on this anatomy test, I have all A’s but this class I have an A- and I want to get it up so bad. And then I have the varsity swim tryout tomorrow too…and with everything going on with my parents it’s hard to focus, I want to stay here but I know mom is coming tonight and that’s gonna be a huge deal if I even mention it. But I want quiet, and I love my brothers but they are kids and they are loud.” She said and I hummed nodding. “You got practice cards for the exam?” I asked and she nodded. “Okay, well I can help you study, and I can help you as best as I can with practicing for the swim tryout too. I think you need some fresh air for a reset though. Have you had anything to eat today yet?” I asked and she shook her head. “Okay, get your cards, and get your suite on, I’ll make you some lunch and we’ll sit by the pool and study.” I said and she smiled nodding. “You go ahead and get your suit on and I’ll go ahead and make you some food. Meet me down by the pool. I’ll help you out as much as I can.” I said and she smiled. She gave me a big hug. “Thank you for everything Y/n. I don’t know what I would do if you weren’t here.” She said and I smiled. “It makes me happy to help and it’s also my job. I don’t want you struggling through a bunch of stuff at once. You already have enough going on with your parents.” I said and she nodded. I stood giving her another hug before walking out. I walked down the stairs, taking stuff out to make sandwiches, I made Joelle, The boys, Joe and myself a sandwich, I then cut up some fruit and veggies and put them on a tray. Joelle walked down there stairs while I was cutting the boys sandwiches up. “I made you a sandwich hun. And I cut some fruits and veggies too. Let’s go outside.” I said and she nodded opening the door for me as I brought all the food out. “Boys I made you sandwiches come eat! Joe I made you one too.” I said and set them down on the table. The boys quickly got out running over to grab a sandwich. “Hey beautiful, how’s it going?” Joe asked getting out walking over to Joelle kissing her in the top of her head. “I’m a little stressed dad. Y/n’s helping me though.” She said smiling at me and I nodded. “If you need my help babygirl you know all you have to do is ask. Can I help with anything?” He asked as I ogled his body as he hopped out of the pool with ease. The water making his entire body glisten under the sun. “I might need your help with practicing for my swim team tryout tomorrow, and also I want to stay here overnight to get good rest, can you somehow try to convince mom to let me stay?” She asked and I could see him tense slightly. “Whatever you need babygirl I got you.” He said with a soft smile and she smiled back with a nod. Joelle sat down on one of the chairs organizing some school work. I walked over with her sandwich and sat down on the other chair. “Okay let’s get started.” I said and she nodded taking a bite out of her sandwich.

—————

We studied for a good portion of time and she was acing everything. “Okay how do you feel now?” I asked setting down her note cards. “Much more confident now onto the swim try out.” She said and I nodded. “Alright babygirl what do you need me to do?” Joe asked and she thought for a moment. “Well I need to stay under a certain time so can you time me?” She asked and he nodded. “Y/n can you give me a countdown? She asked and I nodded. We walked over to the far end of the pool and she got set up. “Alright. Ready, set, GO!” I said and she dived into the water effortlessly, swimming with all of her willpower to the other end. As soon as she touched the end she looked up at Joe. “18.5 seconds.” He said and she groaned. “What do you need to be at?” He asked her. “I need to be below 16 seconds.” She said and he nodded. “Okay well you aren’t that far off…let’s just focus and push, do you need me to talk to you while you swim?” He asked and she thought for a moment. “Yeah maybe.” She said hopping back out of the pool. She walked around to the end of the pool again getting ready. “Ready?” I asked and she nodded. “Ready. Set. GO!” I said and she dived in once again. “Come on! Push! You got this! Push! Faster! You are almost there!” Joe said as he cheered her on. She touched the wall looking over at him breathing heavily. “You were so close honey. 16.5 that time.” He said and she groaned. “Uhm would it helped if I raced you? Maybe when you are next to competition you push harder.” I said and she looked over at Joe and he shrugged. “I don’t think that it would hurt to try.” He said with a smile and I nodded. She came back over to the side I was on and we both got ready. “Ready. Set. GO!” Joe said as we both dove into the water. I swam as fast as I could and I could tell she was going to beat me. Which was good. I finally touched the wall and she quickly looked up and over at her father. “You got….13.8 SECONDS!” He said and I cheered clapping for her. “Yes!!! Thank you both for helping.” Joelle said with a big smile and I nodded.

——Joe P.O.V.——

As Joelle hopped out of the pool, I watched as Y/n slowly got out. I couldn’t help but watch the droplets of water cascade down her body. My mind thinking of all the things I’d love to do to her. But I was older than her, and divorced, messily divorced which she’s seem parts of. Which I’m sure isn’t a great look for me. But there’s also something so entrancing about watching her with my kids. She’s so nurturing and loving. And the kids seem to love her too. I was snapped out of my thoughts by Joelle. “I think mom’s here.” She said and I looked down at my watch. She was 2 hours early. I’m sure there’s some fucking reason for it. I walked into the house and over to the door. I opened it seeing my loving ex wife standing there. “You are early…what a lovely surprise.” I said with all the sarcasm I could muster. “It’s not like you have anything to hide. I already know you are probably sleeping with that skank you call a “nanny” you mad I interrupted you finally getting some?” She asked and I rolled my eyes and shook my head.

——Y/N P.O.V.——

I told the kids to go get their stuff ready upstairs as I walked into the house with their wet towels. I began walking to the laundry room before I heard the bickering. “Oh please Joe. I know you like that whore I’m sure you haven’t kept your hands off of her.” I heard his ex wife say. “Are you fucking crazy? You are here to pick the kids up that’s it. I’m not going to fucking argue with you. I don’t know why you care so much anyway. YOU asked for a divorce not me.” I heard Joe say and I bit my lip. Was she talking about it me? I wondered as I threw the towels in the washer throwing some soap in before starting it. “Because I don’t want my kids being watched by some slut who’s probably trying to fuck their father in front of them.” She said and my jaw dropped. She was talking about me. I slowly walked into the hallway not stepping out from behind the wall. “You are going to stop talking about Y/n like you even know her. And you need to stop projecting so much. Just because you cheated and then asked for a divorce and then the guy you cheated with broke up with you doesn’t mean that you have any right in how I’m living my life. And for your information Y/N and I have not slept together so let’s get that straight right now.” Joe said making me blush. “But you want to don’t you? You want to fuck someone younger. Manipulate her just like you did to me.” She said and my eyes went wide: “I’m seriously done having this conversation with you. You are just trying to embarrass me and yourself at this point.” Joe said and she laughed. Something in me decided to make me step out from behind the wall. Joes eyes made contact with mine and he sighed. “Y/n I’m sorry her behavior is unacceptable. I didn’t want you to hear any of that I apologize on her behalf.” He said and I smiled softly. “I don’t! I’m sure he’ll knock you up just like he did me. Don’t believe his fucking lies he’s an asshole.” She said looking over his shoulder. “It’s honestly disgusting to me that you’d talk about anyone in that manor in front of your own children.” I said and she scoffed. “Oh what like they don’t hear you two moaning all night anyway?” She said making me laugh. I walked up closer to the door and Joe watched me carefully. “Let’s get one thing very very clear. I’ve never slept with Joe. I’ve never slept with anyone who I work for. So the fact that you think you can step up here and talk about me as if you’ve known me for years is astronomical to me. You should be THANKFUL I’m here. Helping your children, making sure they are getting their school work done. I just helped Joelle prep for her anatomy exam she has tomorrow and her elite swim team tryout she also has tomorrow. And Joe has been right there doing what he can as their father to help too. But seeing that YOU stepped out, YOU made this more stressful for YOUR OWN KIDS! Not HIM! So don’t go around blaming everyone else for your mistakes. You don’t want to see anyone happy or succeed because you are miserable and that’s your own wrong doing. Not anyone else’s.” I spoke with confidence before walking away. She was speechless. I walked upstairs knocking on the loud door seeing them come out with their bags packed and ready. “Alright mommy’s downstairs, go ahead I’ll see ya boys in a few days!” I said with a smile ruffling their hair. I knocked on Joelle’s door before opening it. She was shoving things into her bag aggressively. “Are you alright Joelle?” I asked softly and she shook her head as I heard her sniffle.

I walked up and sat on her bed opening me arms and she looked up crying and falling into my arms. “I’m sorry you have to be in the middle of that hunny, It’s not fair to you.” I said rubbing her back. “No it’s not. But I know it’s not dad. It’s just her I don’t understand why she hates you, or dad, when she’s the one who made a mistake.” She said shaking her head and I shrugged. “Honey the last thing I want to do is make it seem like your mom is a bad person. I know she loves you and your brothers and I think that she’s just upset and hurt that she did loose your dad and she made that mistake. It’s hard…I’m sure. Especially with how long they were married. Even though she made a mistake, it still hurts loosing him I’m sure.” I said and she sighed. “I wish she was more like you. I wish she was you. I wish you were her. You know I heard her saying all those things about sleeping with my dad. I know you haven’t, but if you like him…I think it would be good for him to have you in his life. You keep him happy. I haven’t seen him like that since way before the divorce even. He’s so much more in tune us kids now too.” She said making me smile. “Well honey as much as I do have interest in your father I think he may believe I’m too young for him and that’s okay. It won’t make me care about you and your siblings any less.” I said and she nodded: “Just promise me you’ll stay in touch even if you find someone else to take care of.” She said and I smiled. “Oh hun, if it ever were to come to those terms of course I’ll stay in touch I want to see you succeed to your fullest potential. Now pack the rest of your stuff. You’ve gotta go.” I said and she nodded. I helped her pack the rest of her stuff into her bag and we walked out of her bedroom. We walked down stairs and she turned and hugged me, her mother glaring from the door. “Hey you are gonna do amazing tomorrow okay?” I said and she smiled nodded. She walked out the door, Joe closing it behind her. He sighed his head dropping as he looked down at the floor. “Joe I-.” Before I could finish he put a finger up. “Don’t. Don’t do what I know you are about to do.” He said and I blushed softly. “I was just gonna apologize.” I said and he shook his head turning around looking at me. “No. You don’t have to do that. You were in the right. I never should’ve let her continue disrespecting you. I apologize. She was so out of line.” He said and I shrugged. “I don’t care what she says about me. I care about what those kids hear. Joelle was up there in tears. That’s not okay to me.” I said and he nodded his eyes brimmed with tears. “I-I know. I just…I don’t even know what the fuck to do.” He said putting his head in his hands. “Would you like a hug?” I asked softly and he nodded walking over pulling me in for a big hug. He was like a giant compared to me but u tried my best to wrap my arms around him. He cried just like Joelle oddly enough. “I just never thought my life would come to this you know? I’ve been cheated on, went through a divorce and now she’s got this fucking vendetta out against me for god knows what, and my fucking children are being affected by it.” He said and I sighed. “You don’t deserve this.” I said and he shook his head. “I just want my kids to be happy. They are always happy when they come here and you’re here.” He said and I let him go finally sensing slight resistance. “Joe maybe it’s better if I find a different family to nanny for. I can’t live with subjecting the kids to this life if I’m what causes that.” I said and his face dropped. “Joe, maybe it would be best for me to nanny for a different family. I don’t want to cause the kids more stress and harm.” I said shaking my head and he pulled his head away looking at me fear writing like the front page cover of a newspaper. “Y-you can’t go. The kids love you, I love you, I-.” He stopped as it sunk in what he just said. “Y-you what?” I asked softly, looking up at him as tears brimmed my eyes. His hands slowly came up to caress my face before he pulled me in for a soft loving kiss.

I closed my eyes taking in the feeling of his soft sweet lips against mine. I relaxed against him as our lips moved in sync with each others. We pulled away for air and I finally opened my eyes looking up at him. His dark brown doe eyes bored into mine. “I said I love you. I fucking love you Y/N. And I know it’s probably wrong but fuck I can’t hide it anymore. You are so perfect.” He said rubbing my cheek softly making me smile. “I love you to Joe.” I said with a smile and his smile somehow grew wider. He kissed me again with more passion this time. His hand ran up to hair gripping it softly, his other arm snaking its way around my waist pulling me closer to him. I wrapped my arms around his neck softly moaning into his mouth. “Let me show you? Please?” He asked lowly and I nodded. His strong arms reached down to the back of my thighs hoisting me up onto his waist. He kissed my neck softly making my head lull back as he walked us up the stairs. “God I didn’t think you’d feel the same about me.” He said softly as we made our way to his room. He closed the door behind us, bringing us to the bed before sitting down. “I found you attractive the moment I saw you..” I whispered in his ear making him groan.

His hands traveled up my thighs, gripping my ass softly before continuing up to my waist. His hands slid under my shirt, pulling it up and over my head. His eyes traveled down my body. “God you are fucking gorgeous.” He whispered making me blush and cover my face. “What? There’s no way you aren’t used to compliments.” He said kissing down my neck slowly. “I don’t..g-get many.” I whispered out as he flipped me around laying me down softly in the bed. His soft lips trailed down my body his eyes closed with each kiss. His large hands caressed my thighs trailing down to my waistband. He delicately pulled my pants off, my underwear following right after. “Please take your clothes off.” I whimpered out and he smiled. “I got you baby.” He said lowly his lustful eyes gleamed in the setting sun. He pulled his shirt off with one hand. My eyes tracked down his gorgeous body. Loving the site. So fucking hot. His gorgeous tan skin, accompanied with his dark and prominent tattoos. I swore he was sculpted by a god. He pulled his pants down his v-lines peaking out of his boxers. My eyes traveled to his thick hard on prominent in his tight briefs. “Oh wow…I-I’ve never seen one so big before.” I said making him chuckle. “Can I touch you?” I asked softly looking up at him. “Of course you can baby.” He said lowly making me smile. I sat up crawling over to him. I kneeled as I leaned forward kissing his soft lips. His hands traveled down to my hips gripping them softly. I ran my hand down his chiseled upper body, wanting to memorize every ounce of muscle I could feel. Finally I met the fabric of his waistband. I slipped my fingers into his waist band reaching for his hard member. My hand just barely being able to wrap around it.

I slowly began to stroke him, his deep moans making the fire inside me blaze higher. He pulled away from the kiss pushing his forehead up against mine. “As much as I love you touching me. I’d prefer to also be pleasuring you.” He said and I smiled nodded. “How about you ride my face? Would you like that?” He’s asked and I nodded softly. Before I knew it he was laying down and I was being pulled up to his face. His muscular arms pulled my thighs down as he began to skillfully work his tongue against me. I moaned softly as my eyes rolled from pleasure. I quickly went to work taking his member out of his boxers, pushing them down his legs. I took in the sight of his thick cock, wondering how it was going to even fit. I had never seen someone so well endowed let alone had one inside of me that large. I gripped his member softly before slowly licking around the tip. His thighs twitched with anticipation as I began to lick and suck him. My tongue running along the veins feeling them throb. I moaned around him as he hit a pleasure filled spot. He slowed for a moment trailing his tongue around before triggering my moan again. He smiled against me as he focussed on that spot. I moaned around him my legs beginning to shake from pleasure. I sped up my motions bobbing my head around him adding my hand stroking him with what I couldn’t fit in my mouth. I was so fucking close. He pulled me up slightly making me whine as his mouth was now detached from me. “I want you to dum for me baby. I’m so close. I want you to cum in my face baby lemme taste you.” He growled out before going right back to work he quickly found my spot again making me moan around him even more. Before I knew it my eyes rolled back, my thighs squeezed his face and I basked in the feeling of pure pleasure, feeling what felt like jolts of lightning flow through my body. He slurped against me making me whimper. I continued to suck as I felt his cock twitch.

His warm essence filled my mouth as he groaned. “Fuck baby that was amazing.” He growled out making me hum. I finally sat up removing myself from on top of him. “Come lay down, let me take care of you.” He said and I laid down as he sat up. Somehow still hard he lined up with my entrance bending down and kissing me softly. I still involuntarily tensed making him pull back and look at me. “What’s wrong sweetheart?” He asked and my face flushed hotly. “I-I just haven’t done this in a while you are really big, I won’t lie and say I’m not nervous.” I said and he bent down against kissing me softly. “Honey, if you don’t want to do this we don’t have to.” He said softly and I shook my head. “No no I want to! I do! I’m just a little nervous that’s all.” I said and he nodded. He kissed down my jawline over to my ear. “I’ll be as gentle as you want me to be my love.” He said softly in my ear making me moan out. “You ready?” He asked and I nodded softly. He kissed along my neck slowly easing himself inside of me. I gasped loudly as he was finally in. “Too much?” He asked and I shook my head quickly. “No! Please don’t stop.” I moaned out gripping his biceps as he began to thrust into me. He felt so much bigger inside of me. I moaned loudly gripping onto his back. His slow deep thrusts gave me all I needed and more. “You like that baby? You like the way I fuck you?” He asked lowly in my ear making me moan louder. “Yes! Oh fuck I love it please don’t stop!” I screamed out making him growl. “God you feel like fucking magic you know that?” He panted out making me whine. He sat up pulling my legs over his shoulders making me gasp out. He sped up his thrusts the new angle making him feel like he was inside my stomach. I knew I was close already. But I wanted him to use that strength. “Harder baby! Fuck me harder please!” I moaned out as he growled. He picked began to slam into me the sound of skin slapping together filled the room. “You like it a little rough don’t you baby?” He said with a smirk making me whine with a nod. “Yesss I love it rough.” I moaned out making him groan. He brought his hand up my belly, then chest, resting it at my neck making me moan. His other hand reaching down and rubbing slow circles around my clit as he pounded into me. “Oh fuck I’m gonna cum! Please! Please don’t stop!” I moaned out gripping his biceps digging my nails in. “Cum for me baby. Come all over me.” He moaned out and I my moans began to get higher as I felt myself start to shake. My toes curled, my eyes rolled back and the knot inside me tightened before releasing completely. Falling over the edge my body shaking softly. My body felt heavy as I still was reviving from my orgasm. I heard him growl before pulling out quickly, shooting his load all over my stomach. I breathed heavily my eyes closed from exhaustion. “You sit tight baby I’m gonna go get a washcloth and towel to clean up.” He said and I nodded holding my thumb up to him making him laugh.

——Next Day——

I was sleeping peacefully wrapped in Joe’s warm and cozy arms when all the sudden his phone started ringing. Joe jolted, quickly reaching for the smartphone on the nightstand. “Hello?” He said rubbing his eyes and sitting up softly. “Babygirl slow down. What’s wrong?” I heard him say and that quickly woke me up. It had to be Joelle. “We are on our way. Don’t worry about it.” He said getting out of bed. I hopped out of bed as well grabbing some leggings and a shirt. Slipping my pants on first, I looked over at Joe as he pulled some jeans on watching me change. His eyes traveled down to my naked chest as I slid my shirt on. “So what’s going on?” I asked and he snapped out of his trance. “Joelle is freaking out because she has that swim tryout and her mother is nowhere to be found but the twins aren’t at school she called the school and they said her mother picked them up.” He said and my jaw dropped. “So she left Joelle knowing that she has the varsity swim tryouts out?” I asked and he nodded. “She was torn up about it. We gotta go bring her.” He said and I nodded. I grabbed my purse jogging downstairs, I grabbed a cold purple Gatorade from the fridge, along with a beef stick and cheese stick. I’m sure she’s hungry and she needs some electrolytes to keep her focused. Joe came downstairs looking down at my hand smiling. “Bringin her a snack?” He asked and I nodded. “God I love you.” He said kissing my forehead as we walked out the door. “I love you too honey.” I said with a smile as we got into the car.

————

Once we got to the school Joelle quickly ran out and got in the car. “Thank you guys for coming.” She said softly and I handed her the snacks and drink k brought. “You’re the best Y/n.” She said ripping the packaging open and eating her snacks as we quickly made our way there. Once we were there we parked. “Alright babygirl good luck.” Joe said and she hugged him tight. “Could you guys come in and be there for me while I tryout?” She asked and Joe looked over at me. “You won’t feel like your friends think it’s lame your parents are there?” He asked and I smiled at the fact that he called us her parents. “No not at all I think it’ll help me actually.” She said and we shrugged. “Okay we are more than willing if you want us to hun!” I said and she smiled widely. We all got out of the car and walked in. We walked down to the pool and she walked over to the registration table and we walked over to the bleachers. Joelle got through registration and was givin a number to pin to her swimsuit. Joe smiled as he looked at her number. “96 god sign that was my number throughout college football.” He said making me smile. She was racing 3 others. As the line up, Joe reached over and grabbed my hand. I looked at him and he looked nervous as he was locked in on his babygirl. The shot went off and in they went. Joelle swam as hard as she could. Leading by a far amount but the time she touched the wall. “Yes that’s my girl.” I heard Joe whisper making me smile. “Alright. 96, incredible time. 13.3 seconds. Congrats you’ve made it to varsity.” The coach said and she quickly looked over at us with the biggest smile. I gave her a big smile back putting my thumb up making her smile. She got out of the pool going over and talking with the coach. She flagged us over and we walked over. “Nice to meet you both. You’ve got a very very talented girl on your hands, I think she can be something very very successful.” The coach said making me smile. “We are so proud of her. All her accomplishments this included. Thank you for noticing her potential.” Joe said and I nodded. “It’s hard to not notice it. Now you go home kid. I’ll see yah Monday bright and early for practice okay?” The coach said and Joelle nodded with a smile. She went to change coming out of the locker room a few minutes later. We walked outside and Joe turned and hugged Joelle tightly. “I’m so so proud of you.” He said and she smiled. “Sooo did you ask Y/n to be your girlfriend yet or were you just holding hands in the bleachers as a joke?” Joelle asked with a giggle. “It wasn’t a joke we are dating.” Joe said making me smile. “This is so sweet!” She said hugging me. I can’t believe that being a nanny turned into me meeting the love of my life!

✨THE END✨

[jessread-s]

Thanks to the author for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review

✩💍🏠Review:

A heartwarming hate to love romance. 

“Rule Breakers Fall Hardest” follows Rosie Thomas as she enters a fake marriage to help Daire Hendricks, her former childhood crush, get custody of his child. Despite their hatred for each other, the benefits of their arrangement are worth it. But what neither of them expects, is when playing house starts to feel a little too real.

The circumstances leading up to Rosie and Daire’s nuptials make their love story unique. I admire Daire’s commitment to being a father and Rosie for helping him be a part of his child’s life. Their fake marriage gave them the opportunity needed to work through past misunderstandings and repair their relationship. Smeltzer does a great job establishing that they still feel deeply for one another and their forced proximity allowed those feelings to flourish. I love how they supported each other as their new lives took shape. I lived for the moments when they became a team, like when they formed a united front to break the news about their hasty trip to the alter to their parents, worked their way through an infant CPR class together, and went shopping for the baby together. They showed up for each other, whether that be at hockey games or wedding dress appointments. Admittedly, I thought that the way Daire’s custody battle was resolved was a little too convenient, but I adore the little family Rosie, Daire, and Sammy became!

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[pulsecpr]

Mastering Basic Life Support Exams A and B: Your Guide to Success

Mastering Basic Life Support Exams A and B: Your Guide to Success

At Pulse CPR and First Aid School, we understand the importance of excelling in your Basic Life Support (BLS) certification exams. Whether you're preparing for Exam A or B, our comprehensive guide will help you master the essential skills and knowledge needed to pass with flying colors. Let's dive into what you need to know about the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support Exams A and B.

Understanding Basic Life Support Exams A and B

The American Heart Association (AHA) offers two primary versions of the BLS exam: Exam A and Exam B. Both exams assess your ability to perform high-quality CPR, use an AED, and manage choking scenarios. Here’s a breakdown of what each exam entails:

Exam A Overview

Number of Questions: 25

Focus Areas:

Adult, child, and infant CPR techniques

AED usage

Team dynamics in resuscitation

Responding to airway obstructions

Importance of early defibrillation

Effective communication during CPR

Exam B Overview

Number of Questions: 25

Focus Areas:

Similar to Exam A with slight variations in scenario-based questions

Emphasis on teamwork and detailed understanding of CPR cycles

Handling special circumstances like drowning or medication patches

Key Topics Covered in Both Exams

CPR Techniques

Knowing the correct ratios and techniques for chest compressions and rescue breaths is crucial. For instance, the standard ratio for 1-rescuer adult CPR is 30 compressions to 2 breaths. For infants, it's also important to remember specific guidelines, like using two fingers for compressions if you are alone.

AED Usage

Understanding how to properly use an AED is a critical component. Remember to:

Turn on the AED as soon as it arrives.

Apply the pads correctly on the victim's bare chest.

Follow the AED prompts accurately.

Team Dynamics

Effective resuscitation often involves teamwork. Key elements include:

Clear roles and responsibilities

Knowing your limitations

Mutual respect and effective communication

Responding to Airway Obstructions

Both exams test your ability to respond to choking incidents. For instance, if an infant is choking and becomes unresponsive, start CPR and check the mouth for the obstructing object before giving breaths.

Importance of Early Defibrillation

Early defibrillation can significantly improve survival rates during cardiac arrest. Both exams emphasize the importance of using an AED promptly and following its instructions to restore a normal heart rhythm.

Tips for Success

Study Regularly: Consistent study sessions can help reinforce the material.

Practice Hands-On Skills: Practical experience is invaluable. Use manikins to practice CPR and AED usage.

Review AHA Guidelines: Ensure you are familiar with the latest AHA guidelines for BLS.

Take Practice Tests: Familiarize yourself with the exam format by taking practice tests for both Exam A and Exam B.

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[saul-okayman]

First aid instructor said my infant cpr was the best in the class 💅

[girl4pay]

reading the pamphlet they sent about this first aid class tearing up at the infant cpr section i cannot do ANYTHING on my period stg

[jaspercole93]

Protecting Little Lives: Infant CPR Classes for Parents and Caregivers

Are you a new parent looking for the best way to protect your baby in an emergency? Look no further than CPR Classes Near Me! Our Infant CPR Classes provide the perfect supportive environment to learn and practice essential life-saving techniques so you can respond calmly and confidently in any critical moment. Get empowered today - join our Infant CPR classes now!

[swinging-from-my-cable]

Required for using the birth center: nine hour largely bullshit or self-researchable birth class. Little of value gained. Also required was an extra hour of things already covered by the nine hour class.

Not required or even offered by the birth center: Infant CPR/SFA. Not even a schedule of upcoming Red Cross trainings.

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Unlock Lifesaving Skills with CPR Training Classes in Boston

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an essential skill that can make the difference between life and death in emergency situations. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a parent, or someone looking to contribute to your community's safety, learning CPR is an invaluable investment. In Boston, CPR training classes are readily available, offering a hands-on, life-changing experience for anyone eager to help save lives.

Why CPR Training Matters

Each year, thousands of lives are lost due to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). The critical factor in survival is often the immediate response of a bystander who can administer effective CPR until professional help arrives. Learning CPR equips you with the knowledge and confidence to act quickly during these high-stress moments.

In Boston, where bustling streets and active communities create a dynamic environment, the ability to respond to emergencies effectively is even more important. Taking a certified CPR class ensures you’re prepared to protect the health and safety of your family, friends, and neighbors.

What to Expect in CPR Training Classes

CPR training classes in Boston are tailored to meet the needs of individuals with varying skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Here’s what you can expect:

Hands-On Training: Learn proper techniques for chest compressions, rescue breaths, and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use.

Certified Instructors: Receive guidance from experienced professionals who provide real-world insights.

Flexible Formats: Choose from in-person classes, blended learning (online and in-person), or group training sessions.

Accredited Certification: Earn certifications recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Red Cross.

Benefits of Taking CPR Classes in Boston

Confidence in Emergencies: Equip yourself to act decisively during critical moments.

Workplace Requirements: Meet job-specific training requirements, particularly in healthcare, education, or public safety sectors.

Community Impact: Become a valuable asset to your community by being prepared to save lives.

Finding the Right CPR Class in Boston

With a range of options available, finding the right class that fits your schedule and goals is essential. Look for programs that offer:

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Certification from reputable organizations like AHA or Red Cross.

Positive reviews and testimonials from past participants.

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[poppy5991]

Inspired by this^ here’s a couple things I see done wrong in writing that don’t translate to traumatic injuries and corresponding first aid.

(FYI as a person who teaches both, if you’ve never taken a Stop The Bleed class or CPR, TAKE IT! So important!)

The amount of blood loss deemed to be life-threatening is equal to half a can of soda in an adult. Bleeding in children and infants can be proportionately less and still life-threatening. If your character is trained in first aid but not a medic, here’s what they might go down…

1. Finding the source of blood: If there’s a lot of blood and your character didn’t witness the injury happen, it may take them a minute to find the source of the bleed. There may be multiple injuries. They may need to remove clothing, flip them over, or do a finger sweep to search for the wound.

2.Improvised Tourniquets on Limbs Don’t Work: Tying off a cloth around someone’s arm when they’re bleeding severely is unlikely to help. If you don’t have a CAT (combat) tourniquet, your best bet is to pack the wound and apply direct pressure into the wound. Yes, I said into- flat pressure on top allows the wound to still bleed. In a real situation, pack the wound (ideally with hemostatic gauze) and push down into it with the fingers to help staunch bleeding at the source. If you’re writing any kind of responder or soldier, it is totally reasonable for them to be carrying a CAT tourniquet around. Even off duty. And yes, this hurts.

3. How tight is a tourniquet: Extremely. The goal is to cut off blood circulation to the wound. For severe arterial bleeds, you may need to place two.

See that rod? You twist until you can’t twist no more which can be physically difficult to do when it gets really tight. And, yes it hurts.

Do not remove the tourniquet. Don’t do it. Just don’t, leave it there. Don’t check to see if it’s still bleeding or loosen it for comfort.

3. Where and how? CAT tourniquets can be placed on limbs only. Not the abdomen, head or neck. There is a very specific type of tourniquet that can be placed on the abdomen but that kind is rare and your character realistically won’t have one unless they are a specific type of military personnel. You wouldn’t place one on fingers or toes because those bleeds aren’t serious enough and the tourniquet is too large.

Wounds can be packed with gauze on the limbs, groin, armpits and neck.

Where you can’t pack with gauze- abdomen, chest, and fractured skull. On the chest and abdomen, you would place a chest shield- which is like a clear bandage (kind of looks like terfladerm if you’ve ever had that for a tattoo) that seals off the wound and prevents air getting in. Unless your character is a medical responder or certain military, they probably won’t have this though. If they’re off duty, they likely won’t. So yeah, don’t have your character just shove their hands into someone’s chest and claim they’ve miraculously been saved.

4. Objects and impalements: You know how on TV, they’re always digging out bullets? DON’T DO THAT. If there’s an object imbedded, leave it there because removing it will cause more severe bleeding.

5. Chest wounds: Ok, say your character has been stabbed/shot in the chest. They’re probably in bad way. Not walking away fine. A chest wound comes with risk of tension pneumothorax (i.e. collapsed lung). We call these gaping or sucking chest wounds because they pull air into the chest and make a sucking noise. If you hear that, it means they are at risk of lung collapse. As the air enters the chest, it exerts pressure on the lung. That’s the point of the chest shield to seal it off and prevent air entering. There are other measures for this, but unless your character is a medic of some sort, they won’t be trained to perform them.

6. What else? Ok so your character is no longer bleeding out, but they are still at risk from the blood they’ve already lost. You might see pain, hypovolemic shock, hypothermia due to blood loss (that’s why you see them wrapped in those shiny blankets on tv), confusion, unconsciousness, etc. They may also have a compromised airway from the wound or lung issues and stop breathing.

What’s it look like? Rapid heartbeat, shallow breathing, weak, tired, cool and clammy skin, disorientation. In adults, this tends to be a gradual decline.

7. CPR? You can do CPR after the bleeding has been addressed. Compressions pump blood through the body to maintain oxygen delivery to brain and organs. So if you don’t stop the bleed first…you’re pumping blood out of the wound and bleeding them out faster. So if your character rolls up and does this…they just killed that man.

8. What about kids? For larger kids, everything above applies. For an infant, a CAT tourniquet will be too big. So you would pack the wound with gauze.

Since kids have a lower blood volume, hypovolemic shock occurs faster. Unlike adults, children may appear fine and then suddenly vitals “drop off a cliff”. They may be alert and fine with normal blood pressure and then suddenly experience hypovolemic shock symptoms. (Compensated vs decompensated shock).

Last note: It’s not that we don’t do mouth to mouth anymore- rather it’s recommended to only do mouth to mouth if you have a barrier mask. You can get these as keychains! Or find them in AED kits mounted on walls. It’s because of biohazard risks. People can cough up blood and vomit during CPR. Compression only CPR is generally preferred if working on a stranger, but for loved ones or little kids most people say they would make an exception and do direct mouth to mouth.

Compressions are more important than breaths because without blood moving, that oxygen goes nowhere. There will be leftover oxygen in the blood so compression only CPR is still effective if you can’t give breaths.

Writing Traumatic Injuries References

So, pretty frequently writers screw up when they write about injuries. People are clonked over the head, pass out for hours, and wake up with just a headache… Eragon breaks his wrist and it’s just fine within days… Wounds heal with nary a scar, ever…

I’m aiming to fix that.

Here are over 100 links covering just about every facet of traumatic injuries (physical, psychological, long-term), focusing mainly on burns, concussions, fractures, and lacerations. Now you can beat up your characters properly!

General resources

WebMD

Mayo Clinic first aid

Mayo Clinic diseases

First Aid

PubMed: The source for biomedical literature

Diagrams: Veins (towards heart), arteries (away from heart) bones, nervous system, brain

Burns

General overview: Includes degrees

Burn severity: Including how to estimate body area affected

Burn treatment: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degrees

Smoke inhalation

Smoke inhalation treatment

Chemical burns

Hot tar burns

Sunburns

Incisions and Lacerations

Essentials of skin laceration repair (including stitching techniques)

When to stitch (Journal article–Doctors apparently usually go by experience on this)

More about when to stitch (Simple guide for moms)

Basic wound treatment

Incision vs. laceration: Most of the time (including in medical literature) they’re used synonymously, but eh.

Types of lacerations: Page has links to some particularly graphic images–beware!

How to stop bleeding: 1, 2, 3

Puncture wounds: Including a bit about what sort of wounds are most likely to become infected

More about puncture wounds

Wound assessment: A huge amount of information, including what the color of the flesh indicates, different kinds of things that ooze from a wound, and so much more.

Home treatment of gunshot wound, also basics More about gunshot wounds, including medical procedures

Tourniquet use: Controversy around it, latest research

Location pain chart: Originally intended for tattoo pain, but pretty accurate for cuts

General note: Deeper=more serious. Elevate wounded limb so that gravity draws blood towards heart. Scalp wounds also bleed a lot but tend to be superficial. If it’s dirty, risk infection. If it hits the digestive system and you don’t die immediately, infection’ll probably kill you. Don’t forget the possibility of tetanus! If a wound is positioned such that movement would cause the wound to gape open (i.e. horizontally across the knee) it’s harder to keep it closed and may take longer for it to heal.

Broken bones

Types of fractures

Setting a broken bone when no doctor is available

Healing time of common fractures

Broken wrists

Broken ankles/feet

Fractured vertebrae: Neck (1, 2), back

Types of casts

Splints

Fracture complications

Broken noses

Broken digits: Fingers and toes

General notes: If it’s a compound fracture (bone poking through) good luck fixing it on your own. If the bone is in multiple pieces, surgery is necessary to fix it–probably can’t reduce (“set”) it from the outside. Older people heal more slowly. It’s possible for bones to “heal” crooked and cause long-term problems and joint pain. Consider damage to nearby nerves, muscle, and blood vessels.

Concussions

General overview

Types of concussions 1, 2

Concussion complications

Mild Brain Injuries: The next step up from most severe type of concussion, Grade 3

Post-concussion syndrome

Second impact syndrome: When a second blow delivered before recovering from the initial concussion has catastrophic effects. Apparently rare.

Recovering from a concussion

Symptoms: Scroll about halfway down the page for the most severe symptoms

Whiplash

General notes: If you pass out, even for a few seconds, it’s serious. If you have multiple concussions over a lifetime, they will be progressively more serious. Symptoms can linger for a long time.

Character reaction:

Shock (general)

Physical shock: 1, 2

Fight-or-flight response: 1, 2

Long-term emotional trauma: 1 (Includes symptoms), 2

First aid for emotional trauma

Treatment (drugs)

WebMD painkiller guide

Treatment (herbs)

1, 2, 3, 4

Miscellany

Snake bites: No, you don’t suck the venom out or apply tourniquettes

Frostbite

Frostbite treatment

Severe frostbite treatment

When frostbite sets in: A handy chart for how long your characters have outside at various temperatures and wind speeds before they get frostbitten

First aid myths: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Includes the ones about buttering burns and putting snow on frostbite.

Poisons: Why inducing vomiting is a bad idea

Poisonous plants

Dislocations: Symptoms 1, 2; treatment. General notes: Repeated dislocations of same joint may lead to permanent tissue damage and may cause or be symptomatic of weakened ligaments. Docs recommend against trying to reduce (put back) dislocated joint on your own, though information about how to do it is easily found online.

Muscular strains

Joint sprain

Resuscitation after near-drowning: 1, 2

Current CPR practices: We don’t do mouth-to-mouth anymore.

The DSM IV, for all your mental illness needs.

Electrical shock

Human response to electrical shock: Includes handy-dandy voltage chart

Length of contact needed at different voltages to cause injury

Evaluation protocol for electric shock injury

Neurological complications

Electrical and lightning injury

Cardiac complications

Delayed effects and a good general summary

Acquired savant syndrome: Brain injuries (including a lightning strike) triggering development of amazing artistic and other abilities

Please don’t repost! Reblogging is fine, of course. You can find the original document (also created by me) here.

EDIT 3/20/19: This post is now approx. five years old. Yes, I am aware some of the links are broken. No, I’m not going to go through and fix them. I have a job now and that job is not “maintain a database of writing resources.” However, you are welcome to make your own post with updated links, or put updated links in your reblogs.

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