HH please baby fractured skull

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I don’t think I’ve really processed it yet. DH slipped down the stairs carrying DS and I saw him land on his head.

DS is only 4 months old. He’s had a scan on his head and has two fractures and lots of swelling. They don’t think he has brain damage. We’re staying in the children’s hospital overnight for observation. They have to wake him up every hour. I’m so scared, I don’t think I’ve left fight or flight mode yet.

If this happened to any of you how was the recovery?

No experience with this but couldn't read and run, sending you a massive hug- how absolutely terrifying for you. I hope you are all ok

No experience but couldn't read and run.... 💐 To you and a big hug....remember baby is getting best care.
Is your husband OK physically and mentally... He must not blame himself... Accidents happen

Oh I am so sorry you must be so scared. HH from me. How is your DH? I bet he feels awful. Hope you get some reassuring news soon.

Sorry, no experience here either but sending you hugs and wishing you the best of luck for the outcome.

Wishing you a fast and complete recovery for your little one.
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Oh no! Sending you your husband and baby my best wishes. A horrible accident- it happens . Babies are resilient.

That sounds really frightening How is your DH doing?

Physically DH says he’s okay. Emotionally I’m not too sure, he’s only been allowed in with us for the doctors updates. He’s with family tonight so isn’t just at home alone.

I also wouldn’t be surprised if he has hurt himself but doesn’t want to worry me about it

So sorry, OP. That must have been terrifying. I hope your little boy heals quickly

Oh what a shock, sending a big HH. it sounds like your little boy is in the best place being well looked after. Hope he heals very soon xx

A very dear friend of mine dropped her baby down the stairs four years ago. Multiple fractures including skull. Horrific for both of the parents emotionally. She started school September just gone and honestly she is just incredible. You would never know. Reading, counting, running, jumping. They are resilient little monsters! I hope everything goes well for your DS X

Wishing your son a speedy recovery

Oh OP, this must be awful for you and your huaband.

You're in the best place possible and it sounds like you've had the best news possible. No brain damage. Baby will be OK, and you'll all be home again soon. Focus on that. Once you're home, please dont be afraid to look into counselling for trauma. I went through something similar with my son and I just couldn't get over it alone. Ask for help, cherish your baby and you and your husband support each other.

This will get better.

I hope your son makes a good recovery. 💐

No but I do know a baby who feel off a high surface and landed on a hard floor and had a small skull fracture. They are a perfectly healthy 7 year old now. Hope everything is OK OP.

No personal experience but my friends baby fell off his changing table and fractured his skull, had swelling, got kept in. Was absolutely right as rain. He was over it within a day, parents never recovered. 💐 for you. Hope it’s all ok.

He’s in the best place. Cuddle your baby tonight and hug your husband once you’re home. You all need some support right not, including you

Sorry I have no advice

So sorry OP must be dreadful for you and your dh. I hope your son recovers soon

I really feel for both of you - horrible, horrible shock. Sounds like baby will be fine though

Oh poor you. Poor ds. Poor DH. Handhold for all of you. I hope ds makes a speedy recovery and that dh isn't blaming himself.

Have sent a pm to you.

HH here too. I hope he will be fine, I know so many people who have a similar story to tell, the kids were fine!!

Sure he will be fine xxx

Thankyou all, @NumberTrain that’s really reassuring.

DS is sleeping now.

The staff have all been brilliant.

Sending all the calming happy thoughts your way. Kids are remarkably bouncy. Look after yourself - make sure you've eaten etc.

When dh was 6 months old mil tripped on a loose paving slab and fell resulting in dh's head hitting the pavement and him sustaining a skull fracture. He never had any issues and is a normal healthy adult though mil still feels guilty 45 years on! I hope your ds is ok and that your dh is able to go easy on himself