Chaos with Karen and Ciara

S2 EP5 Choking or Gagging? Parenting Fails, Sibling Rivalry.

Chaos with Karen and Ciara

Show Notes

This week on Chaos with Karen and Ciara, we're answering some of the questions parents ask us most often.

Karen shares practical, evidence-based advice on: • The difference between gagging and choking • When a fever is a cause for concern • When to manage your baby's illness at home and when it's time to seek medical attention

Alongside your parenting questions, we're also chatting about the lighter side of family life—our own parenting fails, the reality of sibling rivalry, and the moments that remind us none of us have it all figured out.

Whether you're looking for reassurance about your baby's health or simply want to laugh along with the chaos of raising children, this episode has a bit of everything.

As always, no judgement—just honesty.

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