Thursday, March 5, 2009

Words I Never Thought Would Come Out Of My Mouth

Below are my words from an actual telephone conversation today. I am told that the conversation was recorded.

"Hello [Mr. Poison Control Center Operator], my 22-month-old son, who weighs about 28 pounds, just consumed a nickel-sized amount of Johnson' No More Rash(tm) Diaper Rash Cream with Zinc Oxide, 3-in-1 formula. Directions on the back of the tube read that if swallowed, poison control should be contacted immediately. What should I do?"

Fortunately, the amount caused no harm to Z-man and I was assured that the worse case scenario for the little dude would be mild vomiting and loose stools. Neither occurred.

Truth be known...I'm a little more concerned over the fact that my son seemed to enjoy downing the creamy concoction than with the fact that he consumed small amounts of diaper ointment.

2 comments:

Elizabeth said...

Awww! It happens :( Unfortunately, it just does. My son did the same thing with diaper rash ointment. Makes me wonder if it tastes good... I'm glad he's ok!

Anonymous said...

I have called poison control for the craziest things - although butt cream consumption was not one of them I am happy to say.

I tell you, those little creatures are definitely quick!