It seems that Claire's "firsts" just keep on coming--whether good or bad. Just last week she started sitting herself up. I clicked the monitor on (just to see what she was up to) and she was staring at me! She had managed to get herself from lying down to sitting up and playing. Wow! Unfortunately that was not the only first we've had recently. This morning Claire got her first 'boo-boo'. Of course, I am to blame.
We have a routine that we go through every day. Claire plays on my bed while I get ready in the adjoining bathroom. I place pillows all the way around her and put toys in the middle. Since she is not exactly mobile, this has worked out great. Until today.
I can see her from where I sit to get ready and had just checked on her while she played. I was putting on my makeup when it happened. I heard the most sickening thump. Claire had crawled, or rolled, off of the bed. Of course I panicked!!! I ran and scooped her up as she wailed. If you are around Claire for any amount of time you know that she doesn't cry. So when she decides to sound off, I know she's hurt or scared. I felt so bad. She calmed down rather quickly--much more so than I did--and seemed to recover. I immediately called my mother who asked me a few simple questions and helped calm me down. Claire has a rug burn on her forehead where she hit the carpet, but otherwise, seems to be fine. She was laughing and playing in no time. My heart still races when I think about it!!! I do not look forward to any more of these firsts. Thank you, Lord, for protecting my baby.
Enjoy these pictures of the pre-boo-boo Claire!
My sweet angel!
Love from Annabelle
3 comments:
Esther fell off the bed multiple times (ours is on the floor). My husband's family says babies have to fall off the bed 3 times before they know boundaries. I also saw a study on this same notion on tv once. That sound and cry is heartbreaking, but babes are so resilient. She is precious!
That actually happened with Gianna. I did the exact same thing while I was on the computer. Fortunately, there was a pillow on the floor and that was what she landed on.
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