July 28
Zoe’s just your average, ordinary 12-year-old. She enjoys spending time with her friends, runs track and plays volleyball. She also spends time helping take care of two-year-old twins Sam and Rachel. “My mom heard about Red Cross Babysitter’s Training and thought it would be a good idea for me to take the class. I love babies, but didn’t know much about taking care of them.”
Zoe’s mom signed her up for the class where she learned how to care for choking emergencies and the basics of first aid. She also learned how to hold, feed, and change infants. “The class was really fun and I learned things I didn’t know. I had never changed a diaper before so we practiced that and I learned what to do if there’s an emergency.”
“I learned a lot and feel more confident helping to take care of Sam and Rachel,” said Zoe.
For more information about Red Cross Babysitter’s Training, including resources for babysitters to use on the job, visit www.redcrossillinois.org/babysitter-training.
