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Baby fell

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helppleasenewmum · 26/09/2019 19:05

Posting here for traffic

My 13 week old just rolled straight off the sofa and fell onto his head. I am a mess. He cried immediately and for about a min after. I'm just sat holding him now and he's doing little sobs :-( I cant feel any bumps etc on his head and he hasn't been sick (I gave him a feed as I was comforting him and he latched on fine).

I'm worried sick :-( I love him to bits and now I feel like the worlds worst mum. I only put him down to take my coat off and I just couldn't catch him in time.

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lee12345 · 26/09/2019 19:58

My son fell off the sofa when he was around 3/4 months. I felt awful too, he was absolutely fine. I think it seems to happens to most parents at least once! Don't be too hard on yourself

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helppleasenewmum · 26/09/2019 19:59

@whatsthestoryy thanks 😊 I'll keep him on my knee and wake him up in a bit 😊

Thank you all for reassuring me. I know I'm probably being over anxious and it is something I'm working on. I didn't think I'd ever get to the point of having a baby and I don't think I've really accepted I have one yet. It feels too good to be true.

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Rainycloudyday · 26/09/2019 20:00

Please ignore the advice to eat chocolate and watch a film Hmm Your baby is tiny and has had a bump-call 111 for professional advice. They will more than likely be absolutely fine but you can’t be too cautious with a baby of this age. Once you have had medical advice then by all means crack open the chocolate and give yourself a hug-you’re not a bad mum at all, these things happen.

GiGi18 · 26/09/2019 20:00

This happened to me last week with my 9 week old! I turned round to turn off her white noise machine thing and she rolled off the side of the bed. Felt horrendous and like the worst mum ever. I called 111 and they asked me a few questions like had she fed etc. I was the same as you, fed her straight after for comfort. 111 said I didn't need to go in unless I wanted reassurance or I could go to GP. I phoned GP but couldn't get an appt but the doctor phoned me back and reassured me. Said it happened to her too! Honestly think it happens to most mums! And at least we know now to question anywhere we put them, they are stronger than they look I think!

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helppleasenewmum · 26/09/2019 20:04

@Gigi18 did they say the same stuff as on here? Watch out for pupils, sickness, bumps etc ? He has fed loads since quite happily (he's actually feeding in his sleep now 🤦🏻‍♀️) all of which is normal for him.

I think it was just the initial shock of him screaming :-(

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momtoj · 26/09/2019 20:06

This happened to me last week; I went to GP who was lovely and checked his pupils, his joints , heart etc. Gave us a leaflet of what to look out for in terms of going to A and E; I think main ones were like not being able to rouse, vomiting etx

GiGi18 · 26/09/2019 20:22

Yeah, they did. Just to watch out for vomiting, pupils, unusual behaviour etc. I know the initial cry was so horrible, really haven't forgiven myself and it still turns my stomach when I think of the moment. But within half an hour my girl was giggling away, and had forgotten all about it. If it gives you peace of mind, give them a phone, I felt a million times better after speaking to a professional. I know it's out of hours now but you might get to talk to a doctor.

MeredithGrey1 · 26/09/2019 20:25

They asked if she'd lost consciousness, was bleeding, had any obvious lumps, if she'd vomited, and a few other things like difficulty keeping her eyes open. They said letting her sleep is fine but wake every hour for 6 hours after and call an ambulance if she's hard to wake.
If you're still worried it might be worth you ringing, because I can't remember everything they asked about and would hate to give you the wrong advice!

Userzzzzz · 26/09/2019 20:56

It is horrid but it is such a common thing to happen. I think I felt upset for a week and then it fades. Every parent will have something they wished they didn’t do.

carly2803 · 26/09/2019 21:27

please dont feel bad!! my son smacked his head on a skirting board a few days ago and hes ok!i freaked out but hes ok.

if your in doubt (and your child isa bit sick/out ofit/ just off) goto a and e - they wont judge you or laugh at you, they would absolutely rather you got them checked!!

Winegumaddict · 26/09/2019 22:00

I hope you're sufficiently reassured but if it helps I felt terrible when DD1 rolled off the sofa I think I was up all night watching her and making sure she was OK. DD2 chucked herself off my bed for yeb first time on my birthday and I picked her up checked she was OK and carried on getting ready for dinner. I'm sure he will be fine. A feed and laughter are great signs and wanting to go to bed at bedtime is normal too.

Hiphopopotamous · 26/09/2019 22:03

Been there done that.

Even took mine to the doctors, they said they knew it was my first and subsequent kids I wouldn't bother. They were right!

coconutpie · 26/09/2019 22:44

I echo the previous poster who said to ignore the just scoff all the chocolate advice. Don't do that. Your baby is a newborn still at only 13 weeks. Call 111 for advice and they can advise you if you need to bring baby to see a doctor. Accidents happen but you should seek medical advice.

Carys123 · 27/09/2019 09:48

Happened to me, after a little cry she was fine. 3 hours later I was still crying, feeling like a shit mom.

undercoverhero74 · 27/09/2019 10:12

I accidentally bumped my DS's head on the bathroom sink as I bent down to pick up his towel. My heart literally broke when I heard him scream. He was absolutely fine tho, a quick cuddle, feed and bathtime and he was happy as Larry. Didn't stop me feeling horrendous and panic calling my own mum tho. Like the previous posters have said it's part and parcel of parenting. Go easy on yourself Smile

ChristianGreysAnatomy · 27/09/2019 10:21

More or less every baby does this. You almost certainly did it too! It’s fine.

Take a breath. You are fine. It makes you a normal mum, not a bad mum.

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