New mums are also at risk to falls
See New mums and bub can fall too fact sheet (PDF 105KB) for information on:
- why you are at an increased risks of falling
- things you can do to avoid falling
- keeping your baby safe from falling.
While in hospital, if you or your baby do have a fall it is very important that you let your midwife know.
Keeping your child safe from falling in hospital
Children are also at risk to falls, especially in hospital where the environment is very different from home. See Keeping your child safe from falling in hospital fact sheet (PDF 544KB) for information on:
- why falling might happen while in hospital
- what you can do to keep your child safe
While in hospital, if your child falls it is very important that you inform a staff member immediately.
Contact
Safety and Quality
Telephone: (08) 8226 9599
Email: Health.DHWClinicalGovernanceEnquiries@sa.gov.au