Which age group is most vulnerable to child choking incidents?

Children under the age of 4 are most vulnerable to choking incidents primarily due to their developmental stage. At this age, children are naturally curious and often tend to put objects in their mouths as a way to explore their environment. Their swallowing mechanisms are also still developing, which makes them more prone to choking on food items or small objects. Additionally, their airway anatomy is smaller and less able to handle larger pieces of food or foreign objects without increasing the risk of obstruction.

As children grow older, their motor skills, understanding of safe practices, and ability to chew and manage food improve significantly, which reduces the choking risk. Therefore, while choking can occur in any age group, the highest incidence tends to be in younger children, specifically those under the age of 4.