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legomom922 07:54 PM 01-12-2011
I know this sounds crazy, but DCG 2.5, was playing with my almost 15 yr old DS. He was laying on his bed and she was climbing and jumping on him etc. She also was playing with her Big ceranmic piggy bank that I gave her for Christmas, ya know, those big ones that Target was carrying? All the different colors and designs, have you seen them? Well anyway, she took the pig and without realizing what she was doing, dropped it from above her head onto my DS's face! 
His nose sewlled up instantly, and he wa sin a ton of pain! I called the Dr on call, and we have to see how it is tomorrow, but she says there is nothing anyone can do for a broken nose anyway, but if he has any problem breathing through his nose, to let her know. So 2 things: If there are any Dr bills that come from this, can I have DCM pay them? And 2, I'm really mad 
at DCG for doing this, even though I know she is a little kid, but still MY DS is now very hurt. What do I do? Is there any liability on the parents end?
His nose sewlled up instantly, and he wa sin a ton of pain! I called the Dr on call, and we have to see how it is tomorrow, but she says there is nothing anyone can do for a broken nose anyway, but if he has any problem breathing through his nose, to let her know. So 2 things: If there are any Dr bills that come from this, can I have DCM pay them? And 2, I'm really mad at DCG for doing this, even though I know she is a little kid, but still MY DS is now very hurt. What do I do? Is there any liability on the parents end?
Michael 07:56 PM 01-12-2011
Sorry to hear that. Hope its not broken.
Lucy 08:46 PM 01-12-2011
First off, so sorry to hear about your son. That had to hurt REALLY bad! And I do understand you being angry at the 2 1/2 yo girl. However, it was an innocent accident. They were playing. It wasn't in anger. I feel stuff like that, although distressing to all involved, kind of goes with the territory. I would in no way expect the parents to pay the bills. That being said, if I were the parent, I would offer anyway. But that's just how I roll. 
QualiTcare 03:40 AM 01-13-2011
I doubt it'll be an issue, but the parents wouldn't have to pay. It happened on your watch, it's your responsibility. That's how it works.
AfterSchoolMom 03:59 AM 01-13-2011
Originally Posted by :
she says there is nothing anyone can do for a broken nose anyway
I just wanted to address this. Please take your son to the Dr. anyway (hopefully a different one than the one that told you this!!). I broke my nose as a child playing baseball (the ball hit me in the face). They may not be able to do much about a broken nose in that they can't put a cast on it or anything, but you really need to make sure that if it is broken, it's a clean break and didn't misalign the bones in your son's nose or cause any facial fractures. I'm not trying to scare you, but I ended up having to have surgery to fix mine. I'd get an x-ray at the very least if I were you.she says there is nothing anyone can do for a broken nose anyway
mac60 04:38 AM 01-13-2011
Yes, there are things that can be done for a broken nose, I have been there, done that unfortunately, myself. Take him to the doctor, make sure it is "straight", and go from there.
legomom922 10:33 AM 01-13-2011
Wow.......I had to put down my popcorn to respond......
pAmazing how some of you really put your own twist on this incident.......Did anybody read where I wrote that I was not there???????? Maybe you could also point out where I said we were in his bedroom?????? No wonder why stories get sooo screwed up..some people like to create their own details..and drama...
How do you think I knew she lifted her arms up and over her head and dropped the piggy bank on his face?? Did you read that part?
Has anyone heard of the word "assume"?
First of all, I live in a split level. We have a family room downstairs and a livingroom upstairs. The upstairs is where our 3 bedrooms are, 1 for each boy and 1 for us. The family room is where kids hang out in my house, you know, play video games, watch TV, play with toys, legos, and where I keep DC toys too. We have an old bed down there that kids sit on when they play video games etc. We do not have a couch. It's kinda like a finished basement room where all the "stuff" goes that doesnt go anywhere else, including old furniture. This bed used to be my DS's. We all still call it his bed..There is no boxspring or frame, it's basically just an old mattress kids play on in the corner of the room. I also have some shelves down there and thats where the piggy bank sits. I took it down from the shelf because DS had more change for DCG to put in it as she does every day when she is here. After a few moments, DCG set the piggy bank down and started to jump on DS and play as they always do, and he pretends he is a horse, and they make me crack up! They have fun, good clean fun, and I sometimes even send videos to the parents which they always enjoy. Then DCG stopped jumping, picked up the piggy bank and dropped it....End of story........DCM was upset that DCG did this to DS too, even though it was an accident..
And for the record, like I also said before in my post, this is not a professional relationship I have with this family.. DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up! They even took my DS 4-wheelin up to their cabin. This is more "family" than anything else..
Next time, please don't assume because we all know what happens!
For those who are wishing my DS well, thank you so much. He stayed home today to rest, take his meds and now the bridge of his nose is turning blk/blue. I dont think it is broken, but it is sore from the impact. It's not quite as swollen as it was last night. Thanks again for those who were helpful.
pAmazing how some of you really put your own twist on this incident.......Did anybody read where I wrote that I was not there???????? Maybe you could also point out where I said we were in his bedroom?????? No wonder why stories get sooo screwed up..some people like to create their own details..and drama...
How do you think I knew she lifted her arms up and over her head and dropped the piggy bank on his face?? Did you read that part?
Has anyone heard of the word "assume"?
First of all, I live in a split level. We have a family room downstairs and a livingroom upstairs. The upstairs is where our 3 bedrooms are, 1 for each boy and 1 for us. The family room is where kids hang out in my house, you know, play video games, watch TV, play with toys, legos, and where I keep DC toys too. We have an old bed down there that kids sit on when they play video games etc. We do not have a couch. It's kinda like a finished basement room where all the "stuff" goes that doesnt go anywhere else, including old furniture. This bed used to be my DS's. We all still call it his bed..There is no boxspring or frame, it's basically just an old mattress kids play on in the corner of the room. I also have some shelves down there and thats where the piggy bank sits. I took it down from the shelf because DS had more change for DCG to put in it as she does every day when she is here. After a few moments, DCG set the piggy bank down and started to jump on DS and play as they always do, and he pretends he is a horse, and they make me crack up! They have fun, good clean fun, and I sometimes even send videos to the parents which they always enjoy. Then DCG stopped jumping, picked up the piggy bank and dropped it....End of story........DCM was upset that DCG did this to DS too, even though it was an accident..
And for the record, like I also said before in my post, this is not a professional relationship I have with this family.. DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up! They even took my DS 4-wheelin up to their cabin. This is more "family" than anything else..
Next time, please don't assume because we all know what happens!
For those who are wishing my DS well, thank you so much. He stayed home today to rest, take his meds and now the bridge of his nose is turning blk/blue. I dont think it is broken, but it is sore from the impact. It's not quite as swollen as it was last night. Thanks again for those who were helpful.
JenNJ 10:35 AM 01-13-2011
Sorry to assume a bed was in a bedroom...
nannyde 10:38 AM 01-13-2011
Originally Posted by legomom922:
Wow.......I had to put down my popcorn to respond......
pAmazing how some of you really put your own twist on this incident.......Did anybody read where I wrote that I was not there???????? Maybe you could also point out where I said we were in his bedroom?????? No wonder why stories get sooo screwed up..some people like to create their own details..and drama...
How do you think I knew she lifted her arms up and over her head and dropped the piggy bank on his face?? Did you read that part?
Has anyone heard of the word "assume"?
First of all, I live in a split level. We have a family room downstairs and a livingroom upstairs. The upstairs is where our 3 bedrooms are, 1 for each boy and 1 for us. The family room is where kids hang out in my house, you know, play video games, watch TV, play with toys, legos, and where I keep DC toys too. We have an old bed down there that kids sit on when they play video games etc. We do not have a couch. It's kinda like a finished basement room where all the "stuff" goes that doesnt go anywhere else, including old furniture. This bed used to be my DS's. We all still call it his bed..There is no boxspring or frame, it's basically just an old mattress kids play on in the corner of the room. I also have some shelves down there and thats where the piggy bank sits. I took it down from the shelf because DS had more change for DCG to put in it as she does every day when she is here. After a few moments, DCG set the piggy bank down and started to jump on DS and play as they always do, and he pretends he is a horse, and they make me crack up! They have fun, good clean fun, and I sometimes even send videos to the parents which they always enjoy. Then DCG stopped jumping, picked up the piggy bank and dropped it....End of story........DCM was upset that DCG did this to DS too, even though it was an accident..
And for the record, like I also said before in my post, this is not a professional relationship I have with this family.. DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up! They even took my DS 4-wheelin up to their cabin. This is more "family" than anything else..
Next time, please don't assume because we all know what happens!
For those who are wishing my DS well, thank you so much. He stayed home today to rest, take his meds and now the bridge of his nose is turning blk/blue. I dont think it is broken, but it is sore from the impact. It's not quite as swollen as it was last night. Thanks again for those who were helpful.
So the bank had MONEY in it too? Why did you allow a 2.5 year old to play with something that heavy? You know what happens when they lift heavy things above their head and drop them? Right?Wow.......I had to put down my popcorn to respond......
pAmazing how some of you really put your own twist on this incident.......Did anybody read where I wrote that I was not there???????? Maybe you could also point out where I said we were in his bedroom?????? No wonder why stories get sooo screwed up..some people like to create their own details..and drama...
How do you think I knew she lifted her arms up and over her head and dropped the piggy bank on his face?? Did you read that part?
Has anyone heard of the word "assume"?
First of all, I live in a split level. We have a family room downstairs and a livingroom upstairs. The upstairs is where our 3 bedrooms are, 1 for each boy and 1 for us. The family room is where kids hang out in my house, you know, play video games, watch TV, play with toys, legos, and where I keep DC toys too. We have an old bed down there that kids sit on when they play video games etc. We do not have a couch. It's kinda like a finished basement room where all the "stuff" goes that doesnt go anywhere else, including old furniture. This bed used to be my DS's. We all still call it his bed..There is no boxspring or frame, it's basically just an old mattress kids play on in the corner of the room. I also have some shelves down there and thats where the piggy bank sits. I took it down from the shelf because DS had more change for DCG to put in it as she does every day when she is here. After a few moments, DCG set the piggy bank down and started to jump on DS and play as they always do, and he pretends he is a horse, and they make me crack up! They have fun, good clean fun, and I sometimes even send videos to the parents which they always enjoy. Then DCG stopped jumping, picked up the piggy bank and dropped it....End of story........DCM was upset that DCG did this to DS too, even though it was an accident..
And for the record, like I also said before in my post, this is not a professional relationship I have with this family.. DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up! They even took my DS 4-wheelin up to their cabin. This is more "family" than anything else..
Next time, please don't assume because we all know what happens!
For those who are wishing my DS well, thank you so much. He stayed home today to rest, take his meds and now the bridge of his nose is turning blk/blue. I dont think it is broken, but it is sore from the impact. It's not quite as swollen as it was last night. Thanks again for those who were helpful.
QualiTcare 10:41 AM 01-13-2011
Originally Posted by legomom922:
Wow.......I had to put down my popcorn to respond......
pAmazing how some of you really put your own twist on this incident.......Did anybody read where I wrote that I was not there???????? Maybe you could also point out where I said we were in his bedroom?????? No wonder why stories get sooo screwed up..some people like to create their own details..and drama...
How do you think I knew she lifted her arms up and over her head and dropped the piggy bank on his face?? Did you read that part?
Has anyone heard of the word "assume"?
First of all, I live in a split level. We have a family room downstairs and a livingroom upstairs. The upstairs is where our 3 bedrooms are, 1 for each boy and 1 for us. The family room is where kids hang out in my house, you know, play video games, watch TV, play with toys, legos, and where I keep DC toys too. We have an old bed down there that kids sit on when they play video games etc. We do not have a couch. It's kinda like a finished basement room where all the "stuff" goes that doesnt go anywhere else, including old furniture. This bed used to be my DS's. We all still call it his bed..There is no boxspring or frame, it's basically just an old mattress kids play on in the corner of the room. I also have some shelves down there and thats where the piggy bank sits. I took it down from the shelf because DS had more change for DCG to put in it as she does every day when she is here. After a few moments, DCG set the piggy bank down and started to jump on DS and play as they always do, and he pretends he is a horse, and they make me crack up! They have fun, good clean fun, and I sometimes even send videos to the parents which they always enjoy. Then DCG stopped jumping, picked up the piggy bank and dropped it....End of story........DCM was upset that DCG did this to DS too, even though it was an accident..
And for the record, like I also said before in my post, this is not a professional relationship I have with this family.. DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up! They even took my DS 4-wheelin up to their cabin. This is more "family" than anything else..
Next time, please don't assume because we all know what happens!
For those who are wishing my DS well, thank you so much. He stayed home today to rest, take his meds and now the bridge of his nose is turning blk/blue. I dont think it is broken, but it is sore from the impact. It's not quite as swollen as it was last night. Thanks again for those who were helpful.
i never thought much of it honestly, but now that you mention this - your OP does say "his bed" and you say here that each boy has his own room so it would be normal for someone to assume when you say "his bed" that you were talking about the one in his room instead of a community mattress type thing located in the family room (which i know what you mean by that also).Wow.......I had to put down my popcorn to respond......
pAmazing how some of you really put your own twist on this incident.......Did anybody read where I wrote that I was not there???????? Maybe you could also point out where I said we were in his bedroom?????? No wonder why stories get sooo screwed up..some people like to create their own details..and drama...
How do you think I knew she lifted her arms up and over her head and dropped the piggy bank on his face?? Did you read that part?
Has anyone heard of the word "assume"?
First of all, I live in a split level. We have a family room downstairs and a livingroom upstairs. The upstairs is where our 3 bedrooms are, 1 for each boy and 1 for us. The family room is where kids hang out in my house, you know, play video games, watch TV, play with toys, legos, and where I keep DC toys too. We have an old bed down there that kids sit on when they play video games etc. We do not have a couch. It's kinda like a finished basement room where all the "stuff" goes that doesnt go anywhere else, including old furniture. This bed used to be my DS's. We all still call it his bed..There is no boxspring or frame, it's basically just an old mattress kids play on in the corner of the room. I also have some shelves down there and thats where the piggy bank sits. I took it down from the shelf because DS had more change for DCG to put in it as she does every day when she is here. After a few moments, DCG set the piggy bank down and started to jump on DS and play as they always do, and he pretends he is a horse, and they make me crack up! They have fun, good clean fun, and I sometimes even send videos to the parents which they always enjoy. Then DCG stopped jumping, picked up the piggy bank and dropped it....End of story........DCM was upset that DCG did this to DS too, even though it was an accident..
And for the record, like I also said before in my post, this is not a professional relationship I have with this family.. DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up! They even took my DS 4-wheelin up to their cabin. This is more "family" than anything else..
Next time, please don't assume because we all know what happens!
For those who are wishing my DS well, thank you so much. He stayed home today to rest, take his meds and now the bridge of his nose is turning blk/blue. I dont think it is broken, but it is sore from the impact. It's not quite as swollen as it was last night. Thanks again for those who were helpful.
Live and Learn 12:19 PM 01-13-2011
Lego mom,
My own teen son recently had his nose broken in a soccer game. Not only was his nose purple but both eyes! I hope your guy mends as fast as mine did.
Good Luck
My own teen son recently had his nose broken in a soccer game. Not only was his nose purple but both eyes! I hope your guy mends as fast as mine did.
Originally Posted by legomom922:
it was an accident.....
This is more "family" than anything else.
If my two year old niece accidentally hurt my teen son in a similar way I definitely would not expect her parents to pay!!it was an accident.....
This is more "family" than anything else.
Good Luck
DBug 03:43 PM 01-13-2011
Originally Posted by :
DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up!
Okay, I was telling my husband about this situation, and the thing that bothered him was this part (not the rest of it, just this!). He pointed out, as only a man can do, that waking up first thing in the morning can be, um, ... embarrassing ... for men, and especially teenaged boys DS babysits her sometimes, and since DCM comes soo early in the am, she will take DCG up to my DS's bedroom and plops her on top of him to wake him up!
(if you catch his drift ...). Since it's not something that most of us women think about, you may want to consider it before allowing other women and little girls into his room first thing in the morning. I'm sure the other mom would probably not want to have to explain THAT situation to her toddler!
Now that he's pointed it out (pardon the expression!), I think I'll be more cautious when entering my sons' room in the am!
Crystal 10:41 AM 01-13-2011
"He was laying on his bed and she was climbing and jumping on him etc"
This was in your original post. Saying HIS bed would clearly lead on to believe that it was in HIS bedroom. So sorry to have misinterpreted your post. However, your son should not be on a bed with a 2.5 year old, regardless of how innocent it is.
This was in your original post. Saying HIS bed would clearly lead on to believe that it was in HIS bedroom. So sorry to have misinterpreted your post. However, your son should not be on a bed with a 2.5 year old, regardless of how innocent it is.