Ensure no shards are wedged in the carpet or stair treads. ❤️ Step 3: Managing the Emotional Fallout
Ensure the stairwell is brightly lit at all times. kid_broke_a_vase_when_he_fell_down_the_stairs
Before worrying about the vase, ensure the child is physically okay. Ensure no shards are wedged in the carpet or stair treads
Accidents happen, but they can be traumatic for a child who feels "guilty" for breaking something valuable. kid_broke_a_vase_when_he_fell_down_the_stairs
Remove decorative items from the direct "fall zone" of the stairs.
Use a damp paper towel or a slice of white bread to pick up tiny slivers.