Baby Proofing

T.,
I remember thinking that same thing. In fact, I thought I was going to have to put little stickers all over the house where Aiden bumped his head, just in case one of those spots was the place he became "special". Aiden is more than just fine at the tender age of two. Part of childhood is getting the knocks.. and part of parenting is learning it's ok for them to get them.
Good Luck!
H.

Absolutely! I worried about the same thing when my little guy was at that stage. So much so, that I discussed it with his pediatrician and anyone I knew, whose babies were beyond that stage, so I could be reassured that none of them had any sort of permamnent damage, lol... But, I will tell you what my Dr told me...babies are very pliable! It is scary to watch because they are so new and clumbsy, but, it is for this exact reason, that their bodies form the way they do those first couple of years. My son is well past the pulling up stage... he is 20 months old and has now moved on to swan dives and other various, grey hair inducing behaviors. Now I wish I could go back to just the head bumps some times. He has no fear and is always finding ways to hurt himself. But, as my pediatrician reminded me again, almost a year later...kids are resiliant! They are meant to get bumps and bruises. That is the only way they will learn. What did I learn? That is was ME who needed to get a thicker skin, if I was going to last in this mommy business, lol... I hope this doesn't sound like I'm trying to preach or anything...I just wanted to offer you some reassurance on the matter because we all go through these stages, along with our children, and sometimes they are harder for US. Take care! :)

I have a 16 month ols son, so I've been where you are! I was just as scared! It is very normal for kids to get bumps and bruises. It is harder on us as parents to see it! If your daughter does hit her head hard, just make sure a "goose egg" comes out. If she hits it really hard, look for signs of a concusion like, being groggy, throwing up. Not to scare you, but it can happen. Good Luck with your daughter.

Hi T.,

Lisa is absolutely right. Also remember that a baby's head is much, much heavier than the rest of their body. Make sure you baby proof the area and let her explore, she will eventually get her neck muscles to be strong enough to hold her head, and will beging falling on her little bum.

Wishing you the best!!

P.

I also have a 9 month old and he has had so many bumps and bruises from trying to stand on his own. He fell in the tuob trying to pull himself up on the side and slipped. Then he tried pulling himself up on a larger storage container and slipped and cute his cheek. It's perfectly normal for them to bump their head and hurt themselves at this age. In fact, one time my doctor told me about my older son, that if there weren't any bumps or bruises, she would be concerned because it may mean he wasn't active enough! Just make sure you baby proof everything and keep and extra close eye on her and once she figures it out better, she won't hurt herself as much. Good luck!!!

in time, balance comes and the bumping of the head will decrease until she decides to do death defying tricks. what type of baby shoes do you have for her? IF you don't have any shoes, get the regular baby shoes with the ankle support on them. my oldest daughter who is now 24 and at parris island, sc in marine boot camp, had bumps and bruises from knee to ankle. On both legs, too. she was a stair climber. Walked at 8 months, running by 9... lol. IF you have any concerns, please get ahold of your doctor. it could be a simple thing as her getting her balance or an inner ear thing.

I also have a 9 month old who is doing the same. I did some research and questioning what was ok and what was not myself. It is ok and normal for them to fall and bump their heads. It is suggested that all sharp corners be padded and carpets (or foam flooring) be put down in areas they would likely fall. Falling and bumping their head is part of thier learning experience. Make sure that you let them know you are there but that they should brush it off and get right back up. If you think they hit thier head real hard keep your eye on it. If it has a bump put ice on it and check for signs of concussions (fever, excessive tiredness, vomiting ect...) if you have any concerns call the dr. This has been a great experience! Have fun with it!

T.- It's quite natural for her to be bumping her head! Just keep an eye on her and if she seems to bump it really really hard, watch her, call the ped. and so forth....

But for as much as she's bumping her don't worry about it, they all do it!! If you're really that concerned about it though the baby section of One Step Ahead .com has a baby bump helmet!

if you are really concerned talk to your doctor.
I remember my ds at that age and thinking that I needed to put him in a helmet and bubble wrap!

They will have some head bumps. Some will be bad - with purple eggs and even blood. Keep "boo-boo cubes" on hand, some people like to freeze marshmallows, they are disposable, soft, fun, and the right size for little bodies.

My doctor always said, if they lose consciousness, vomit, or their eyes dilate differently, or they act 'off' then call. If they hit their head HARD, and no bruise or bump ever shows up, then you may need to have them checked.

Put corner guards on all the hard furniture, that is the biggest danger. Good luck.

My ds is same age as yours. I freaked out the first time he hit his head so h*** o* the coffee table that he got a big goose egg. I called my friend in tears. She told me about a time when her ds was 18 months and he did a flip off her front porch into a pile of rocks. She said he looked like he was in a prize fight. He told anyone who would listen: "Flip. Porch. Pile of rocks." I've also heard that you just need to watch for signs that they could be hurt bad (and of course try to keep them from banging into things when possible).