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When Something Big Happens is a gentle, reassuring children’s book that helps young readers understand what to do during an emergency-without fear.

Through the eyes of Ollie, a curious and caring child, this story shows how big, scary moments can be handled with calm, courage, and confidence. When Ollie’s mom suddenly needs help, he remembers what he has been taught: stay calm, get safe, and get help. Step by step, children learn when it’s okay to call 9-1-1, what to say, and why asking for help is always the right choice.

Written by a nationally registered paramedic and health educator, this book is designed to empower children with age-appropriate emergency awareness while providing parents and caregivers with tools to start important conversations. Soft, comforting illustrations and simple language make difficult topics approachable and safe for young minds.

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The First Aid Crew Series

The First Aid Crew is a friendly, confidence-building children’s book series that helps kids learn simple, age-appropriate first aid skills through storytelling, teamwork, and kindness.

Led by the calm and caring Trauma Lama, Lucy and her friends face everyday childhood emergencies—nosebleeds, bumps, scrapes, and surprises—using clear steps, steady breathing, and compassion. Each story gently teaches children what to do, how to stay calm, and when to get an adult, empowering them without fear.

Designed for young readers, families, and classrooms, the series blends:

  • Practical first aid awareness
  • Emotional regulation and calming strategies
  • Inclusive characters and teamwork
  • Leadership and helping behaviors

The First Aid Crew series helps children feel capable, prepared, and proud—because first aid isn’t just about bandages.
It’s about calm, care, and kindness.

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Accidents happen—even to great athletes!

When Patty, a happy and energetic soccer player, twists her ankle during a game, she learns that knowing what to do can make a big difference. Luckily, the First Aid Crew is ready to help!

Join Lucy, Fred, Emil, Gladys, Earl, and Trauma Lama as they teach kids how to recognize a sprained ankle and use R.I.C.E

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After the Heart Stopped: A Guided Journal for Spousal Loss After Cardiac Arrest 
Losing a spouse to cardiac arrest is a loss that comes without warning. One moment, life is familiar. The next, nothing is. There is no time to prepare, no gradual letting go. The shock alone can feel overwhelming, and the grief that follows often feels impossible to explain to anyone who hasn’t lived it.

As a paramedic, I spent years responding to cardiac arrests. I understood the protocols, the urgency, the science of what happens when a heart stops. I stood in strangers’ homes during their worst moments, offering calm in chaos. I thought I understood loss.

The First Aid Crew and the Hot Surprise
What to Do When Something Is Too Hot

Join the First Aid Crew for a fun-filled day at the community center—where a simple cooking class turns into an important learning moment!

When Martha’s cooking adventure leads to a minor burn, the crew springs into action. Together, they use CHECK–CALL–CARE to stay calm, work as a team, and give the right first aid. Along the way, kids learn how to notice when something’s wrong, ask for help, and take safe action.

With colorful characters, gentle humor, and clear first-aid guidance, this story shows that being brave doesn’t mean knowing everything—it means caring, paying attention, and helping each other.

BONUS: Teacher/Parent Guided discussion pages.

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Tough as Nails, Soft at Heart is a reflective and practical guided journal for Gen X women who built their careers in male-dominated fields — women who were underestimated, who quietly outperformed, and who are now ready to lead without armor.

Written by an active paramedic, instructor, and small business owner, this journal blends personal stories with deep reflection prompts and light strategy to help you:

  • Process the cost of always being the strong one

  • Recognize where you’re still proving yourself

  • Release hyper-independence and silent overexertion

  • Embrace emotional strength without shutting down

  • Redefine leadership and success on your terms

  • Build your next chapter with clarity and intention

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