The dreaded falls of children are always lurking. At some points in a child's development more than others. From the age of 10 months to 3 years, we need to go around the house with a watchful eye to ensure that children's examinations are successful and do not have unfortunate repercussions.

It is unthinkable to prohibit children from touching, discovering, playing, investigating... it is a necessary part of their development. But what we can do is take steps to make our home a safe space free from unnecessary dangers.

At NOSA HealthCare we find out how to prevent children from falling - read on!

Causes of children's falls and blows

 

  • Unclean floors and floors with water, oils or other slippery substances such as floor wax.

 

  • Open or inadequately protected openings such as low windows, short handrails, stairs etc.

 

  • Unsuitable elements to reach other heights in the room (weak chairs, unstable benches, low tables...).

 

  • Potentially dangerous objects when stepping on their edges (brooms, glasses, toys, etc.).

 

How to prevent children from falling?

 

To begin with, let's face it, it is impossible to exterminate children's falls altogether. And if others are concerned that he or she should go with bruising and marks, so don't worry. It's normal and at that age they are ready to fall - as long as it's from a small height - without serious damage to their little bodies.

When children learn to walk, they fall to the ground 20 to 30 times a day. Let's understand that these falls are part of learning. Falling down and standing up without adding drama in fact it's a school of resilience, patience and adding motor skills. Just stay close by or give the necessary message of love and comfort if the crying comes.

And so that the fall doesn't have any major repercussions, take these measures and the little ones won't get hurt:

  • Spaces where children move around should be tidy.The children's toys should be placed on the floor as little as possible.

 

  • Place plastic carpets or mats in the room of the game.

 

  • Do not let them walk in socksand flip-flops which tend to be more slippery.
  • Move the play area away from the stairs or put up separator rails.

 

  • If they are in the bathroom near the bathtub, the shower and the toilet must be accompanied by an adult.

 

  • The play mats having on the reverse side an sNon-slip surface or something to hold them to the ground.

 

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  • Let them play barefoot, it facilitates mobility.

 

  • If they carry shoes that are comfortable and do not hinder them.

 

  • Protect the windows that are less than one metre above the ground with bars.

 

  • Avoid placing decorations on railings. that override their protection, such as flower pots.

 

  • Fixing the shelves and mirrors to the wall.

 

  • Do not allow children to climb on furniture and remain standing in them.

 

  • Freeing tables and shelves of fragile objects that could fall. break and cause damage (glass vases, porcelain table decorations...)

 

  • If they are very small, they may not be able too children under 2 years old, do not leave them alone on beds, sofas or changing tables. or other furniture where they could slip and fall.

 

  • Keep doors leading to balconies or stairways closed or with its barriers.

 

  • In the courtyard put grass, shredded rubber or fine sand, so that they are not injured in the event of a fall.

 

Even with all these measures, it is impossible to reduce falls and their consequences to zero.

However, it takes the necessary steps to take better care of him.

No matter how big, smart for his or her age and agile your child is, eIt is desirable to create a safe environment around them so that they can carry out their activities. It's not overprotection, it's your responsibility as a parent or guardian.

In the event that children fall, they should go to the doctor immediately:

  • if the child loses consciousness.

 

  • if you have fallen and are unable to move a part of your body.

 

  • if there is a cut and it bleeds, no matter how small, it is necessary to clean and disinfect the wounds well, or sometimes to apply stitches.

 

  • if you complain of pain in your head or another part of your body within one or two hours of the fall.

 

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No one knows your children better than you, and in case of falls or blows, you are able to recognise how serious the situation is by their crying and expression. If in doubt, the best thing to do is to seek medical attention immediately.

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