A Lanarkshire mum forced to perform CPR on her five-week-old baby after he suddenly stopped breathing, is urging other parents to learn vital first aid skills.
Stephanie Bain and partner Gary Ferguson, from Caldercruix, welcomed little Finlay into the world three weeks early in November after concerns were raised about his leg growth.
But apart from a mild case of jaundice, the 5lb 6oz baby appeared healthy and was sent home from Wishaw General with his 29-year-old mum just two days later.
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