# @americanredcross on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/C0wyPK1M0jY
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/72591413-americanredcross-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-12-12T18:00:33.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** American Red Cross (@americanredcross) — https://gondola.cc/americanredcross

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“I call her my heart hero – she will never know how much she means to me.” Those are the words of one proud mom. 

At just 7 years old, Bella helped save her mom Michelle’s life during an emergency at home. Michelle woke up one morning not feeling well, and she quickly realized she was having a heart attack. She knew the signs because of her experience as an EMT, firefighter and Red Cross CPR instructor.

Bella noticed her mom needed help and quickly called her dad, a Sheriff’s Deputy in Wake County, North Carolina.

“She was there and called my husband multiple times, saying ’Daddy, you have to get home. Something is wrong with Mommy,'" Michelle said. "She started taking care of me, doing everything she could. She was amazing.”

Thankfully, Michelle was able to seek additional medical attention and learned she had a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a type of heart attack that only 1% of people experience despite having healthy hearts.

To recognize Bella’s bravery, she was honored at school with a Certificate of Extraordinary Personal Action from RedCrossNC. This is a Red Cross Lifesaving Award that is given to people who step up during an emergency to save someone’s life. 

“Don’t underestimate a child,” Michelle said. “I’m so proud. She knew exactly what to do.” 

Way to go, Bella. You’re an inspiration to us all! ✨

#LifesavingAwards #RedCross #LifesavingSkills

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