How to Stop the Bleeding of a Split Lip

Whether jumping rope or playing tag, your child may lose his footing and hit the ground face first. When your arms are full of a sobbing, bleeding child, it's easy to lose your cool, but the first rule of first aid is to stay calm. Assess your child's split lip carefully. If it's a small cut, warm soapy water and pressure should be enough to stop the bleeding. If your child has a large, deep laceration, you should go to the emergency room immediately.

Things You'll Need

  • Gloves
  • Gauze

Instructions

    • 1

      Wash your hands vigorously with warm, soapy water. Dry them on a clean towel and put on a pair of gloves. If your child has a latex allergy, use synthetic rubber gloves.

    • 2

      Wash your child's split lip with warm soapy water to remove dirt and debris. Your child can keep her mouth shut to keep from swallowing the sudsy water. Gently pull the lip out if the cut extends to the inside of the mouth.

    • 3

      Cover the cut with a sterile piece of gauze. Apply constant pressure for five minutes with the palm of your hand. If blood seeps through the gauze, simply put another piece of gauze or a clean cloth on top and continue to apply pressure.

    • 4

      Call the doctor. All wounds on the face or neck should be examined by a medical professional, according to the KidsHealth website.

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