What happens when a child chokes on food? This question became all too real for Sadie Robertson when her eight-year-old daughter, Kit, choked on a piece of food and stopped breathing. Fortunately, quick action by Sadie and her family led to a positive outcome.
On April 11, 2026, Sadie Robertson, a former star of ‘Duck Dynasty,’ found herself in a life-threatening situation when her daughter Kit began to choke. As Kit struggled to breathe, Sadie immediately performed CPR while her mother called 911. This rapid response was crucial in ensuring Kit’s safety.
As first responders arrived, Kit managed to cough and began to breathe again. She was subsequently taken to the hospital, where she was kept overnight for observation. Thankfully, Kit is now perfectly healthy following the incident.
Sadie Robertson, who also has two other daughters, Honey, aged four, and Haven, aged two, shared her experience on Instagram to raise awareness about choking emergencies. She emphasized the importance of knowing how to respond in such situations, stating, “This feels hard to talk about in my real life, much less on social media, but I do feel it is worth sharing because I truly believe awareness of it will save lives.”
In her posts, Sadie expressed her gratitude for Kit’s recovery, saying, “I’m currently walking through the waves of anxiety from the trauma of the situation, and the immense gratitude for the miracle of Kit’s full recovery and God’s undeniable hand on this situation.” She also reflected on her instinctive reaction during the crisis, noting, “I can only explain it now like my body just knew what to do.”
Sadie’s experience highlights the importance of being prepared for emergencies, particularly when it comes to children. She had previously watched videos about child CPR protocol, which likely contributed to her ability to respond effectively during the choking incident.
As the family moves forward from this traumatic event, they are reminded of the fragility of life. Sadie concluded her reflections with a poignant reminder: “We know that God has our children in His hands — we are not in control of our children’s breath or even of our own.” This incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and preparedness in the face of potential emergencies.
