The guy rear ended us and TOOK OFF! I was carrying a laundry bag down the stairs and somehow lost my footing. They all found that young children do not typically sustain severe or life-threatening injuries from falls. A little screaming and then he was breastfed and he slept it off. Unfortunately accidents happen and there are bound to be more bumps and scrapes to come! They conclude that the best explanation of these findings is that the history was incorrect for the seven children who died following a fall of 1-4 feet. If you think that your child is bothered by the bump, you can give them the appropriate dose of acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Falls from heights: windows, roofs and balconies. We literally preach safety all of the time. One limitation of both of these studies is that there is not adequate documentation that intentional trauma was investigated (for example, none of the patients had retinal exams recorded). Create an account or log in to participate. His teeth had been pushed back into his gums. Babies (birth - 12 months) Baby fell off sofa Babies (birth - 12 months) Baby fell off the bed anybody?? https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/Head-Injury.aspx [Accessed May 2022], AAP. It's great that they're monitoring her so that will hopefully give you some peace of mind. Mom of the year right here. I called the pediatrician expecting to be told to go to the ER but they asked me a bunch of questions and said he sounds fine and just gave me some warning signs of things to watch for. Read the article summaries about falls from beds. Oops I didn't realise you could let them sleep, sorry ignore my post. Signs that your child has a more serious head injury and needs immediate medical attention include: Even if your child seems fine after a bump to the head, keep a close eye on them for a day and sleep in the same room the first night so you can monitor them for any signs of a problem. I felt like such a bad mum so I know what you are going through but my OH stayed home and took her to the hosp with me and just sat me down (in the middle of my crying my eyes out) and just said that this stuff happens all the time and just be thankful that nothing is wrong and use this as a learning curve. If not then I would take him just to get checked over. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. Literally just made a post about my baby falling outside on concrete today. All four girls went to the dentist to get their teeth cleaned.\r \r Welcome to the Tannerites. She hollered for a while then seemed okay but it turned out she actually had a fractured bone in her foot which had to be plastered. Im sorry that happened! Falls from greater heights can result in more injury. How scary that must've been for you. But mommy guilt is not funny thing! Me on the other hand was a shaking, blubbering mess and my incision killed from the jolt as did my knees from the impact. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Having this online community really helps right now. I would take him to A and E, they never mind checking little ones over, or your docs if its near? He seemed totally fine after a limited of crying, which i think he was mainly just scared. Undated. (Beyond the Basicos). Combining these series produces 368 children who fell about 2-4 feet and had no or minor injuries (total of three skull fractures; one clavicle fracture). Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. Oh, my LO has fallen off the bed a couple of times. Find advice, support and good company (and some stuff just for fun). Dont beat yourself up. Babies fall are nothing compared to adult fall. Fallschildren. Baby fell off sofa! Also, i fell off the stairs with him in my hands when he was just two months old. The fact that she cried when it happened is a good sign normally. I am a wreck, totally lost confidence in myself. i feel you!! I'm feeling like the worst mother in the world and I just keep replaying the scene in my head. The advice is conflicting - some people say dont let them sleep, latest guidelines are to let them sleep if they are drowsy but monitor them closely. When your child does take a minor tumble, try not to overreact. All rights reserved. Accidents happen, glad you all are okay! Just remember that kids are SO resilient. She is 8 months and thriving and hitting her milestones. 2022. So far he's completely fine and only cried for about 30 seconds. Serious head injuries are rare, but your child may need to be evaluated or monitored. I woke to Harriet screaming to find he had forgotten to fasten her high chair then moved it back to get her out and she had fallen on the floor! oh man how awful! We took her to emergency room, doctor checked her from head to toe and said that she's completely fine. I'm still shaking and feel SO HORRIbLE. I'm so glad you both are doing okay! I was so mad at myself, then my fil wouldn't leave me alone about it, I felt horrible. Its so hard right now letting them be independent but not being able to take your eyes off them. I still feel bad about it sometimes but i just thank God, he's all right. The image of my baby landing at the bottom makes me nauseous. It happens and what youre feeling is valid. I am really careful with the gates now but these things do happen hun so don't beat yourself up! he fell off the couch straight onto his head. It could have been so much worse. We haven't had a problem with any of the others so I'm wondering if maybe we've fitted it wrong :/, I'm so sorry this happened to you. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information, Blood or watery fluid coming from nose or ears, Unequal size pupils (the dark centers of the eyes), Excessive sleepiness or difficulty waking up. I fell off a cliff in the South of France when I was 18 months old! she screamed bc she was scared!! Canyon has been going up and down the stairs for the last month or two with no problems but today he fell all the way from the top and hit the tile floor with face leaving a huge black eye!! I had two carts-Christmas shopping and the cart hit a bump and the seat slid right off. These things happen to us all xx. Combining these series produces 368 children who fell about 2-4 feet and had no or minor injuries (total of three skull fractures; one clavicle fracture). I would take your Doc's word for it. Your baby or child may have more rapid or shallow breathing than normal. It's a long way down (8 steps) and in his walker it'd sure do some serious harm. I did the same the first time I carried our little guy down the stairs. It doesn't make you a bad mum! It was an accident. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/prevention-of-falls-in-children [Accessed May 2022], UpToDate. My friend's child came round age 1.5 and was much better on the stairs than mine at 3. But we arent perfect and everyone makes mistakes. Find advice, support and good company (and some stuff just for fun). Baby is okay and you're a good mom! He was quiet until we got home. I immediately thought the worst, I could not stop apologizing to her, I swore she was getting black eyes instantly, she seemed extra sleepy after that, I called her pediatrician right away and rushed her in to have her checked out, thankfully she was okay. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/head-injury-in-children-and-adolescents-beyond-the-basics [Accessed May 2022], WHO. Don't beat yourself up too much!! If your child fell on their head and has anything more than a light bump, call your child's doctor as they may need to be evaluated. He kept him awake for an hour afterwards (this happened at 3am, so DS was tired anyway). No eff that Ive been in pain almost 4 months and now Im looking at surgery to repair a tear. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. I will never forget the day my husband dropped my son when he was a newborn. Most falls will not cause serious injury. I had forgotten to close the basement door. He couldn't escape the living room with the door shut and would happily go inthe play pen if needed. Sixteen percent in the minor fall group also had evidence of a torn frenulum, and another 16 percent had old fractures. what should i look out for? I wouldve much rather I hurt myself and was able to spare him. I know accidents happen but this is a way scarier accident than I ever foresaw us having. I now know never ever to leave him alone for any amount of time, not even for a few seconds. Not falling, but my husband and I and baby were in our first accident with baby on Tuesday. 2019. I was searching the forums in a panic for more info.38 w tomorrow and fell down my full flight of stairs this morning. Read the article summaries about free /vertical falls. Xx, Kids that age seem to be made of rubber and just bounce i remember one of mine at about 10 or 11 months old falling off the sofa were she was lieing having her nap she smacked her head on the table leg and just got up as though nothinhg had happened this was all in the time it took to go to the loo, No it was an Argos gate! My almost 8 month old started crawling last week and Ive been trying to be so careful about shutting the door to our basement but today I messed up and she ended up falling down a flight of stairs. SO. I was just getting out of the shower and I heard a bunch of banging noises I thought it was a dresser or something falling I ran out of the bathroom in my towel freaking out because my sister was watching my one year old daughter while I was showering it turns out it was my daughter falling down the stairs (my sister thought for sure the baby gate was closed but unfortunately it wasnt. Everyone is welcome here! Had a bad bruise in almost the exact same place and a sore, sore butt/hip on the same side. She wasnt buckled in her car seat because I was literally right in front of her pushing the cart through the store and parking lot. Joffe (1988) and Chiaviello (1994) examined injuries that result when children fall down stairs. He had stopped crying long before that ha! I picked him up thinking he was fine and as I turned him over I saw blood all over him. Docherty (2010) also evaluated children who fell down stairs. Offering you some empathy and also some wisdom to keep an eye on things. Learn more about our editorial and medical review policies. They postulate that stairway injuries are less severe than free falls of the same total distance and consist of a mild-moderately severe impact followed by a series of low-energy falls. It was about 12/13 carpet flooring she landed right at the bottom. in the moment I could've murdered my husband. When creating and updating content, we rely on credible sources: respected health organizations, professional groups of doctors and other experts, and published studies in peer-reviewed journals. There were no significant injuries in this group. You're a wonderful and caring Mama - *** just happens sometimes! But I rang my mum feeling I would never forget what had just happened and I would be feeling sick about it forever, she told me about my brother flinging himself out of his bouncer and onto the floor at 6 months old and slowly you get over it, he's 8 now and would never remember! Just looking for reassurance that Im not a terrible mom and that maybe this has happened to someone else and their baby is fine too. I'm so glad your baby is okay. I tried to break my fall with my hand but landed on my tailbone and back and fell down about 6-7 stairs and even peed Im scheduled to get induced tomorrow night but I havent left my bed today because I caught the stomach flu from my girls. i cried for like an hour afterwards!! I scooped him up and he stopped crying just in time for me to start. Hope you are both ok x. I am afraid I won't be able to afford my baby, Symptmes de grossesse ne jamais ignorer, Moyens naturels pour dclencher l'accouchement. In these series, 10 percent (Smith) and 15 percent (Chiaviello) of patients suffered skull fractures and 1 percent and 8 percent, respectively, had intracranial bleeds. Glad your LO is ok. My lo didn't fall down a whole flight of stairs, only a couple. We're back home now and she's tucked up in bed, thankfully she's fine with just a grazed eye and a bumped head. You took the right steps in calling your pediatrician to make sure you didnt need to get her looked at and now you are armed with the knowledge of what to look for next time. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. I had an accident with my son in the buggy. Read the article summaries about stairway falls. Whatever you are going through, you are not alone. I felt sick and wanted to die because I thought something bad was going to happen. My LOs accident taught me obviously to never use the car seat in the shopping cart but mostly to appreciate every moment with my baby, even the tough days. Studies in younger children were performed in the evaluation of falls sustained while in a walker. He found an incidence (based on California EPIC data) of 0.48 per million per year. I was carrying a laundry bag down the stairs and somehow lost my footing. Basically the baby gate on the bedroom door failed and our 10 month old daughter fell down the stairs (14 steps). Reiber comes to the same conclusion as Chadwick above, that cases with extensive injury and a history of a short fall may not have an accurate history. Trust me you'll get over it soon but you'll be extra careful in future. Whenever your baby or toddler takes a serious tumble from a couch, bed, highchair, crib, or countertop, for example you'll need to do a thorough check for injuries. So not only did I let my baby fall off the trampoline, but then I blamed my 5yr old and made him feel bad about it. I'm very paranoid about it and I would feel SO guilty if anything happened to him. If you get your baby a walker, make sure it complies with British Standard BS EN 1273:2005. My son fell out of my bed when he was only a few months old, luckily he was fine but I cried and cried and cried! I took the fall on my arm but I didnt let go of her! AAP: 2022. Chiaviello (1994) studied 65 patients in walkers who tipped over or fell down steps, and Smith (1997) performed a similar study on 271 children. 2019. But thats how they learn and explore. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. Yes it could have been a lot worse, u r lucky. This morning my beautiful, sweet 11-month-old fell down an entire flight of stairs. "Goose eggs" on the head are common, especially in children who are just learning to get around by themselves. Iv definitely been feeling the quilt and shame all day today also . Awww don't feel bad, things like this have happened to so many people! A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. Well everything was Baby Boy is here! Leventhal (1993) found that it is common for children to suffer fractures from falls (60 percent of children in their study sustained a fracture from falls). So far he's completely fine and only cried for about 30 seconds. Prevention of falls in children. :(. She marked up her face a bit but fortunately no egg bumps or anything, there was no red marks on any other part of her body other then her face, not even on the back of the head thank god after crying for a few minutes she calmed down and seemed 100% fine I did take her to the doctors the next day But Im still feeling down about it I cant believe what happened to my baby. She's been an angel today. She is still a mommas girl. In addition, Smith found that the number of steps fallen down was significantly associated with skull fractures. This happened to my 8 month old and it replayed in my head for weeks as in slow motion. Just make sure you check the gate because that's scary!! Definitely not something youd want to happen again :( good save though!! Glad your baby is ok! Urgent help! Falls. He found that 18 children died from a fall <3 feet; 18 children died from a fall >3 feet but <4 stories and eight children died from a fall >5 stories. But no it doesn't make u a bad mum! Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. She climbed the basement stairs super fast and then somehow fell down probably about 8 to 10 steps. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. It was not your fault! I am still recovering from a bone contusion on my knee, and the physical therapist has referred me to an orthopedic for a torn labrum in my right hip. It shocked him but he was fine as I was still semi upright. Keep your child under adult supervision, away from ungated stairs or unguarded windows, and maintain their play area free of sharp edges, and other hazards. The majority of injuries were bruises and other soft tissue injuries, which accounted for 35% of injuries. Just wanted to share my experience here in case this happens to anyone else and this can be searched up. The authors also found that a child with significant injury was more likely to have been dropped from the arms of a caretaker (p=.003). Learn more about, 7 Things I Wish I Had Known About Postpartum Depression, How Infertility and Depression Made Me Reconsider My Parenting Dream. Went for a walk & Hey mamas. How common is it for babies to fall down the stairs? Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. But everyone has been so nice saying these things happen. My LO fell from her car seat from the top of a shopping cart onto the concrete parking lot when she was 3 months old. Accidents happen and you definitely did the best thing calling for help immediately! We arent perfect. If your child has a fall, check them for serious injury such as broken bones, severe bleeding, or signs of concussion. I'm petrified of Leon zooming out of the door and down the stairs! my daughter fell off the bed the other day, scariest moment of my life, my bed is pretty high off the ground, i caught her before she hit the ground, but it was too late because she had already hit her head really hard on the bed frame which is metal, and it gave her a cut. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. It caught on a stone and I went flying over the pram. Right after a bath with slippery hands and feet from lotion and ran down the hall before I could stop him, grabbed the banister and his hand came right off and he somersaulted all the way down. Baby fell down the stairs. Apparently he yelped as he fell, but grinned from the bottom, then did a spectactular poo. In addition, falls or accidental injuries are frequently offered as explanations when abuse has occurred. Milton sterilising fluid bleaches clothes!!! ! Which is only funny because he would never push the baby. Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. Thirty-two percent in the minor fall group were also found to have retinal hemorrhages, axonal injury or both. You may also see your baby gasping for air. And, as everyone said, little ones bounce quite well so I'm sure she'll be ok. It's no reflection of you as a parent and as other people have said they bounce back so well! Slipped on my stairs. I feel so guilty for having such poor judgement. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. When it rains it pours, right? Hold on to the handrail when carrying your baby up and down stairs, in case you trip. I still cant get that visual and sound from my head. Delivered vaginal w/ nitrous, ask me anything! He screamed for a constant 10 mins ans i cant see no signs of a bump and hes now playing . I took a bad fall on the stairs with the baby August 3, also contorted myself to protect the baby. but don't beat yourself up over this, as the nurse told me "baby's are resilient" accidents happen, we learn from our mistakes. 2022. Ok I had a reallly horrible experience too, I put my LO in a floatie in the swimming pool, not toally in, just sitting on top and I heard the door bell go (well so I thought), I left him for literally seconds as I realised no one was there and then I heard a splash as he went in, I have never moved so fast in all my life, to see him sinking was the most awful thing ever. thanks ladies x. think twice before sharing personal details, foster a friendly and supportive environment, remove fake accounts, spam and misinformation, delete posts that violate our community guidelines, reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts. My oldest fell down the stairs when he was 1. The guilty feelings get better, I promise. Yup, my older son has fallen down the stairs twice, one was pretty recent too. It could have been so much worse. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. Any of these symptoms need to be monitored very closely. My baby fell down an entire flight of stairs this afternoon. are u guys ok!??! Safety for your child: 2 to 4 years. Mama bear instincts kicked in for sure. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/toddler/Pages/Safety-for-Your-Child-2-to-4-Years.aspx [Accessed May 2022], CDC. Williams (1991) reports on 106 children who fell from a height of less than 10 feet and were witnessed by a non-caretaker. 2021. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/toddler/Pages/Safety-for-Your-Child-1-to-2-Years.aspx [Accessed May 2022], AAP. Minor bumps and bruises, on the other hand, are an unavoidable part of developing motor skills and independence. Learn more about, 7 Things I Wish I Had Known About Postpartum Depression, How Infertility and Depression Made Me Reconsider My Parenting Dream. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/falls [Accessed May 2022]. Did you see him fall? I talked to the pediatricians office and they said she sounds like she is fine but told me what to look out for. I misjudged, missed the last few steps, lunged forward landing on my knees and skidded along the floor. I'm too ashamed of myself and am afraid that my family and friends won't understand. 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. We post daily vlogs!\r \r We are a family of 9 (YES, 7 kids) who love to experience the best of life through . Cause for concern. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Take him to Children's Accident and Emergency. He was fine after 30 seconds of crying, but I felt (and feel) AWFUL. No mom in the world can keep an eye on a busy toddler every second of the day when they have a house to keep up, meals to cook, laundry to do, etc., etc., much less keep track of what an older child is opening and closing behind them as they both move at the speed of light. she cried very hard for a minute, I think possibly because I screamed and cried. Sorry to hear this happened! Hang in there mama, youre doing great! Hestill co-sleepsand isquite a roller. My 13 month old fell down our full flight of stairs a couple of hours ago : ( I had just popped downstairs with her to get cleaning things as she'd been sick on the carpet (before the fall) and then we came back upstairs and I stupidly left the stair gate open then had my head down while I cleaned the sick. and thank god we are. The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. He did not get bumped big cried really hard out of being startled and my reaction I think. Mayerson Center for Safe and Healthy Children, Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The worry here is that . Be thankful, but keep an eye on your child. Our poor pediatrician had to listen to me crying on the phone and remind me I was a good mom and accidents happen. Magic parent strength kicked in and I was able to stop her head from slamming into the wood floor by inches. Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. Mommys can't be everywhere every second, just try not to replay it over in your head because you'll make yourself sick, I'm sure your LO doesn't even remember it happening. Anonymous. If they fell on their head and have anything more than a minor bump - or if your child isn't acting normally - call their doctor immediately or take them to the emergency room. Pediatrics 107(5):1188-91. https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article-abstract/107/5/1188/66235/Falls-From-Heights-Windows-Roofs-and-Balconies [Accessed May 2022], Harris, V. et. At least you'll never leave the gate open again. My LO fell off my bed at 6 months - not just a topple over, she went flying off at 100 miles per hour and landed with a bump that was heard clearly in the room below. I also fell down the stairs on Saturday and hurt my tailbone pretty bad. Hi ladies Im writing this just to vent about what happened this past week, the LACK of care and compassion I got at the ER I just feel so defeated and sad.Last Thursday I fell down my stairs abs broke my foot. Learn more about, Twins & Multiples: Your Tentative Time Table. 2 year old fell and now won't put any weight on her leg, really clingy 8 month old, really getting me down :(, Help my 13 month old son has just had a fall down the stairs, i was anwering the door and thought i had shut the safety gate, i heard the most sickening loud thud x5 and presume it was his little head bouncing of them. Hopefully she didn't get to jostled, but I know it startled her. You're a great mother n *** happens sometimes. It may be difficult to differentiate abusive head trauma from accidental injury since accidental falls are common occurrences in infants and children. The Mayerson Center for Safe and Healthy Children at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center provides the following clinical update of literature, organized by types of falls and by mechanism of fall, specifically falls from beds, falls down stairs, falls in walkers, falls from heights and fatal falls. 3 week old choking on his saliva when put down. A fall down the stairs in which you land hard on your buttocks can result in a painful butt bruise. 06/01/2007 23:32, ooooo goody, I have just broached the subject with dh and he seemed keen. It is therefore important to become familiar with the published literature regarding the severity and type of injuries sustained from children who have fallen from various objects and heights. I landed on my right knee and twisted to land on my back instead of her. 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