A toddler or older child with a head injury probably took a tumble ran into something or was hit by a heavy object she explains.
Toddler hit head on floor.
Some children only bang their head when lying face down in the bed and then repeatedly bang their head against the pillow or mattress.
A prompt cry after the injury is reassuring.
The following is a list of signals that tell you that you need to talk with your pediatrician after your child hits his head.
Head banging can take different forms.
While a minor head bump is bound to happen from time to time here are a few tips to help keep your baby out of harm s way.
If your child hits his head and is or has.
It is normal to feel sleepy after a child hits his head and is even okay for him to vomit once.
Under six months of age.
First off don t panic if you see a lot of blood says dr.
If your child has hit her head on a hard surface because she fell from a high spot her high chair the changing table or if you spot any of the following symptoms head to the emergency room with your toddler.
She s lost consciousness even for a moment or appears totally dazed.
She vomits several times.
Install and secure baby gates on the top and bottom of stairs.