SA allegation 2 yo

-left my 2 year old for with her older sibling to get prescription this morning.
-got back my eldest (Jo)said she fell of the balance bike twice.
- i told my 2 year old let’s change her bum and she said three or four times ‘Jo hurt my bum’ meaning her vagina and she pointed in that region.
-Jo said she didn’t do anything to her.
-She goes nursery and has never made this allegation before.
-Anyone know how I can handle this situation?
-She seems fine now.
- my eldest Jo went out and I called her and told her she is still saying the same thing she said it’s probably because she fell of the bike.
Thoughts anyone?
Thanks if you made it this far.
I feel like a failure I never leave my 2 year old with my eldest as I’ve been a victim of SA am I projecting. I can’t relax and feel I’m going mad. Am I over thinking?

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Have you had a look to see where the pain is l ? I'd ask how did Jo hurt her and what with ? I don't think you're over thinking it's always best to check these things out

Young children don’t lie about these things, I would trust your two year old. I’m so sorry mumma.

In terms of handling the situation, you can ask your 2 year old more questions to describe what happened (give her lots of hugs / praise if it helps), and you may need to visit a doctor.

You haven’t mentioned the age of your eldest, but I would be considering calling the police if an alleged SA has happened. It’s an incredibly serious offence, and they will also be able to provide your eldest and your family with the support services.

I would take her to the doctor ASAP to try to determine what happened. Even if she really did fall off the bike, she could have injured herself there and need medical attention. I wouldn't ask further questions. I know in some countries this could cause confusion in the long run when professionals try to determine what did or didn't happen.

How old is your eldest? You also don't want to accuse her of doing something she didn't do if she's also fairly young. I would just ask the 2 year old more questions. I'm assuming maybe it was just the bike incident. Also, it's important to teach proper words for her private parts. My daughter knows what her vagina is and the difference between the two areas. That way she can properly communicate if she's been SA and there won't be any sort of confusion.

Is it possible that Jo spanked her?
Just trying to offer a different perspective instead of assuming the absolute worst. I'm sorry you're going through this scare!

It could be the bike accideshe is referring to however i would ask her of the bike hurt her there or if it was Jos hand for example. Id ask whilst playing a game or puzzle so its not coming across as serious. I also have a 2yr old, turned 2 in Jan and this is how id start digging a little to find out more.
Im also extremely paranoid about leaving her with anyone other than her father and my parents. Unfortunately i dont trust many people esp after doing so many child protection courses and working with vulnerable children.

I hope it was bike that hurt her during the fall hun and you can put your mind at ease x

I would ask the 2 year old how was she hurt. Bring the 2 year old to the doctor to be checked. I would purchase nanny cams to be extra safe. Don't tell anyone about the cameras.

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So about a week or 2 ago, there was a post on here regarding sleepovers. Not letting their child go to them as you can't trust who'll be at the house etc.

Now, given recent incidents in nurseries and schools, plus my own experience back in the 90s, I am more concerned about sending my child to nursery and later school than I am to a friend's house for a sleep over.

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