That must have been absolutely terrifying for you! There weren't any diapers left in his drawer so I set him down in his room with a toy and walked into the next room to get a pack out of the closet not even thinking about he fact that the gate was open. 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. this happened to me on monday at 530pm and it literally made my heart stop. I took the fall on my arm but I didnt let go of her! All of the sudden I heard a thump and crying. It could have been worse but it wasn't. No eff that Ive been in pain almost 4 months and now Im looking at surgery to repair a tear. 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. Find advice, support and good company (and some stuff just for fun). Wrap an ice pack (or a bag of frozen peas, in a pinch) in a thin towel or diaper and hold it on the bump for twenty minutes. Entirely depends on the child. no mark nothing and acted totally normal within 5 minutes if that!! Secondly, you took all of the medical steps necessary for the situation. American Academy of Pediatrics. oh man how awful! Progressively became stronger and shorter duration, crazy poops too, but after a shower and just relaxing at home things slowed down around 11:30-12pm. We haven't got the gates up yet and I feel so awful for not protecting him from this accident, it was a split second of me turning my attention to something else. Head Injury. I know accidents happen but this is a way scarier accident than I ever foresaw us having. He was scared more than anything. The worry here is that . Accidents happen and I'm sure this won't happen again!! Just be thankful that she is ok. Oh, my LO has fallen off the bed a couple of times. This happened to us too! It was heart breaking! When it rains it pours, right? It's a horrid feeling when it happens though. 1997-2023 BabyCenter, LLC, a Ziff Davis company. Make sure the stairs are free of toys and other trip hazards. Al. i dont want to waste their time as he seems fine. I also fell down the stairs on Saturday and hurt my tailbone pretty bad. Lots of mamas end up accidentally falling down the stairs while holding their LO (my mom did) and that's nobody's fault either! All rights reserved. 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! Sending you love. URGENT ADVICE - SON HAD BLOOD COMING OUT OF HIS BOTTOMHELP! Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). Yup, my older son has fallen down the stairs twice, one was pretty recent too. I felt like I was going to throw up because I watched it like slow motion unable to move fast enough to grab him (heavily pregnant with our second). 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. I didn't buckle him in because I was doing too many things at once. hiya my daughter fell down the stairs when she was 16 months (17 months now). 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). and thank god we are. 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. I am a nurse and my husband is a police officer. We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy and I hope nothing like it happens again for a LONG time! Both studies noted that single injuries to the head or extremities predominate. 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. I picked him up thinking he was fine and as I turned him over I saw blood all over him. 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. in the moment I could've murdered my husband. You're a wonderful and caring Mama - *** just happens sometimes! HELP!!! I am a wreck, totally lost confidence in myself. Taylorbeauty91 14/03/18. Magic parent strength kicked in and I was able to stop her head from slamming into the wood floor by inches. But thats how they learn and explore. The fact that she cried when it happened is a good sign normally. Baby fell down stairs. Luckily my bed is a platform bed so its not lifted off the ground and our floor is carpet. I actually did this as a baby as well. I had forgotten to close the basement door. The most common causes of newborn baby falls are: A caregiver falling asleep while feeding or rocking their baby, and the baby drops out of their arms 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). All four girls went to the dentist to get their teeth cleaned.\r \r Welcome to the Tannerites. thanks ladies x. I'm feeling like the worst mother in the world and I just keep replaying the scene in my head. Undated. What to Do If Your Baby Bumps Their Head Your Baby Falls Down There are many reasons why a baby might fall down, and may vary depending on their age and circumstances. Head injury first aid. 20062023 BabyCenter, LLC, a Ziff Davis company. My daughter's behaviour is really getting me down :(. 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. Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. 2015. heck I still feel bad when I see the scar on her head. she cried very hard for a minute, I think possibly because I screamed and cried. Our poor pediatrician had to listen to me crying on the phone and remind me I was a good mom and accidents happen. He screamed for a constant 10 mins ans i cant see no signs of a bump and hes now playing . Many of these accidents are preventable. This morning my beautiful, sweet 11-month-old fell down an entire flight of stairs. Thanks for all of the support. Although a bump on the head can look scary, it doesn't necessarily mean that your child is seriously hurt. :(. Hugs xxx soph. Hold on to the handrail when carrying your baby up and down stairs, in case you trip. The image of my baby landing at the bottom makes me nauseous. 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. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). Magic parent strength kicked in and I was able to stop her head from slamming into the wood floor by inches. It happens and what youre feeling is valid. 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. American Academy of Pediatrics. Glad your baby is ok! You did what your supposed to do and had a baby gate etc. Your baby or child may have more rapid or shallow breathing than normal. Don't feel bad! Baby is okay and you're a good mom! I had a lot of people tell me, oh just give yourself a little more time to heal, you dont bounce back as easily when youre older. If your child has anything more than a light bump and/or is under one year old, call your child's doctor. They all found that young children do not typically sustain severe or life-threatening injuries from falls. Awww poor u!! Helfer (1977), Nimityungskul (1987) and Lyons (1993) each performed similar studies of children falling from beds / cribs, etc., while in the hospital. Their breathing may even stop for ten to twenty seconds at a time. 2021. Any of these symptoms need to be monitored very closely. we literally just brought him home from the NICU. I was carrying a laundry bag down the stairs and somehow lost my footing. All we can do is try our best everyday. Older walkers may tip over more easily and harm your baby. Hall (1989) reviewed records of pediatric deaths from a history of a fall. I was carrying a laundry bag down the stairs and somehow lost my footing. In addition, falls or accidental injuries are frequently offered as explanations when abuse has occurred. 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. World Health Organization. My husband keeps telling me to stop because he's fine. The guy rear ended us and TOOK OFF! Just 8 months old and climbing the stairs!! 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. I still cant get that visual and sound from my head. 9 month old screaming all hours at night!! I know you can't help feeling guilty but accidents happen hon, try not to beat yourself up about it. We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. I'm thought o was going to get social services out. (Beyond the Basicos). https://www.safekids.org/tip/falls-prevention-tips [Accessed May 2022], UpToDate. i had that with ethan, I left the gate open and turned to see him fall from the top to the bottom and then knock himself out on the shut gate at the bottom!! Ladies and Gentlemen, let me just tell you, I fell down the stairs with the baby and it was THE SINGLE MOST FRIGHTENING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED IN MY LIFE! are u guys ok!??! This child is made of steal, Honestly don't feel guilty, accidents happen with babies and toddlers and it sadly probably won't be the last time. But we arent perfect and everyone makes mistakes. Serious head injuries are rare, but your child may need to be evaluated or monitored. 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. 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. As long as they're okay bumps and grazes heal, hard to stop them exploring! Im so afraid it caused brain damage or something :,(<\3. In my babys fall as well as yours, the outcome couldve been so much different. It was not your fault! and we had to go to casualty but he was fine! Seven of the children fell from a swing, and 11 of the children fell from a horizontal surface, ladder or seesaw. She ended up breaking her leg, but I came up without a scratch. But instead he's sitting there with his back extended on the stairs writhing in pain holding the baby to his chest. Docherty (2010) also evaluated children who fell down stairs. 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. Accidents happen and you definitely did the best thing calling for help immediately! Having this online community really helps right now. Her guardian Angel had her arms wrapped around your baby girl. My brother fell down a flight of stairs in a walker when he was a baby because I left the door open when my mom had stepped into the bathroom Thankfully he is fine today. If you get your baby a walker, make sure it complies with British Standard BS EN 1273:2005. Minor bumps and bruises, on the other hand, are an unavoidable part of developing motor skills and independence. 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. The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. Delivered vaginal w/ nitrous, ask me anything! It happens though. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/falls [Accessed May 2022]. My heart sank. Offering you some empathy and also some wisdom to keep an eye on things. 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. This happened to my 8 month old and it replayed in my head for weeks as in slow motion. I had two carts-Christmas shopping and the cart hit a bump and the seat slid right off. She's been an angel today. How scary that must've been for you. i have 5 steps from my 2nd floor and i grabbed her from her nap and slipped on the 2nd step downi slid all the way down after falling straight on my left butt cheek!! Urgent help! Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Babies (birth - 12 months) 6 month old fell off the bed : ( Babies (birth - 12 months) 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. Took DD downstairs for bed and when I came out of her room I heard DS crying and knew something was wrong. 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. Try not to beat yourself up about it and just use it to help keep things in perspective (how lucky u/ we all are to have lovely healthy babies). Yesterday my beautiful, sweet 11-month-old fell down an entire flight of stairs because I didn't latch the gate right and wasn't watching him closely enough. I'm so glad he's okay now, I feel sick to my stomach but it's made me feel better knowing someone else has been through it. ! Which is only funny because he would never push the baby. She was discharged that night. If they're upset, calmly comfort them and encourage them to get back on their feet. Had a bad bruise in almost the exact same place and a sore, sore butt/hip on the same side. Hang in there mama, youre doing great! She climbed the basement stairs super fast and then somehow fell down probably about 8 to 10 steps. What's "ane"? I had taken him upstairs to change his diaper and had planned on just changing him and taking him right back down so I left the gate open thinking I wasn't leaving his side so it didn't matter. The patients had evaluation for inflicted injury (but some information was lacking or omitted, i.e., skeletal surveys). https://www.kidshealth.org/en/parents/head-injury.html [Accessed May 2022], Safe Kids Worldwide. She has a bust lip which is now healing nicely, but DH says he keeps replaying it in his head over and over! I'm very paranoid about it and I would feel SO guilty if anything happened to him. A brand new 2021 car we only had for 2 weeks. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/prevention-of-falls-in-children [Accessed May 2022], UpToDate. American Academy of Pediatrics. let down by cafcass and social services.AGAIN!! Sixteen percent in the minor fall group also had evidence of a torn frenulum, and another 16 percent had old fractures. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. Roshkow had slightly different findings: that the pattern of injury, including the presence of a head injury, did not relate to the height of the fall and that significant head injury was not uncommon after falls from heights >10 feet. Whatever you are going through, you are not alone. I left my baby to play in the kitchen for less than a minute while I ran to check something in the living room. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. With the first we had a top of stairs gate only. It's a long way down (8 steps) and in his walker it'd sure do some serious harm. I also fell down the stairs on Saturday and hurt my tailbone pretty bad. 2022. It happened to us a month ago. If you have a car take him to casualty, if not ring for an ambulance. 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. Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. He kept him awake for an hour afterwards (this happened at 3am, so DS was tired anyway). 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. We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. Don't let the guilt ruin your special moments with your baby. BabyCenter's editorial team is committed to providing the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information in the world. 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. now me?!?! Only when I burst into tears, an emergency doctor came and had a look at my LO and he is fine. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. But he was totally fine after cuddles from mummy. But mommy guilt is not funny thing! Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. 2019. 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. 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). 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. Fallschildren. Happened here around 11 months. My oldest fell down the stairs when he was 1. Praying for your little girl to heal quickly and praying for peace and comfort for you. Try not to beat yourself up. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. I am afraid I won't be able to afford my baby, Symptmes de grossesse ne jamais ignorer, Moyens naturels pour dclencher l'accouchement. I still feel bad about it sometimes but i just thank God, he's all right. It's no reflection of you as a parent and as other people have said they bounce back so well! Thank god my daughters okay, and your boy. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Three of the children who died from a fall of 1-4 feet also had associated injuries such as bruising to the head and trunk, old fractures and retinal hemorrhages. .Cat blocks and prevents a baby from crawling to a fatal fall down some stairs #catsofig #gatto #dogsofinstagram . Essentially he was in my left arm so I instinctively turned to my ride side to absorb the impact. We literally preach safety all of the time. Hang in there!! I have to get an MRI tomorrow Im 14w6d and just fell down a flight of stairs. 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