What should I do if my five-month-old baby falls off the bed?

The arrival of every baby is a sweet burden for parents. On the one hand, the baby is the flesh and blood of the parents and the fruit of their love. On the other hand, taking care of a baby is really not an easy task. Many inexperienced parents may accidentally cause their babies to get bumps and bruises, which will definitely make the parents feel very distressed. The situation of babies falling off the head of the bed is something that many parents have encountered. Let’s find out what to do if a five-month-old baby falls off the head of the bed.

1. Observe the situation

If the baby cries but does not bleed, there is basically no problem. However, pay attention to whether the baby has vomiting, noise and refusal to sleep within 48 hours. Generally, you should not let the baby sleep immediately within 2 hours after a fall. Remember, if a certain part of the body becomes red and swollen after the fall, apply cold water or ice cubes within 24 hours. If the baby does not cry and just likes to sleep, he needs to be taken to the hospital immediately. The swelling generally takes 2 weeks to go away.

2. How to appease

When a baby falls out of bed, he will cry loudly due to fright. If he does not receive timely and effective comfort, he may easily develop psychological problems such as emotional irritation, fear, and sleep disorders.

The mother should pick up the baby in time, soothe the baby's body with her hands, talk to the baby gently, and divert his attention. This can help the baby calm down quickly and avoid psychological problems.

3. Anti-fall measures

15 measures to prevent falls in infant care

1. Anti-slip strips should be installed on indoor stairs and steps (available at furniture stores).

2. The baby needs someone to help him go up and down outdoor stairs.

3. Walkers are not suitable for families with steps.

4. The child seat must ensure that the ground surface is wider than the seat surface so that it is not easy to tip over. At the same time, the chair should have a safety belt to secure the baby and prevent him from climbing.

5. Strollers used by babies who can crawl must be equipped with safety belts, and the safety belts must be fastened as long as the baby sits in it.

6. When using a crib, place a cushion inside and the spacing between the bed rails should not be greater than 6 cm.

7. Your baby should wear a safety helmet and elbow pads when riding a stroller.

8. When playing on the swing, be careful not to swing too much.

9. Don’t leave your baby alone in an adult’s bed.

10. Do not put your baby in the shopping cart when shopping (except for shopping carts designed specifically for young children), or choose to shop in stores where there are dedicated staff to look after babies.

11. Don’t ride a bike with your baby. It is very dangerous even if you install a child seat on the back seat.

12. It is best to use a safety harness when carrying or hugging your baby.

13. Don’t expect the older baby to look after the younger one while you secretly feel lucky to have a few moments of leisure time.

14. For furniture with corners, anti-collision corners should be installed at the corners (available in baby products stores, etc.).

15. Don’t place the ladder where the baby can reach it.