Choking looks different at every age—and the rescue is NOT the same. First let’s talk about what choking actually looks like so you can spot it immediately: Signs of severe choking include a silent cry, poor color, or a weak/no cough. Here’s a quick way to remember: “If your baby is coughing, noisy and crying — let them go ahead. If they’re silent, blue, or panicking—they need you!” Baby > 1: Use 5 back slaps 5 chest abdominal thrusts. Give firm back slaps between the shoulder blades, then with