Rachel Zoe’s Son Skyler Hospitalized After E-Bike Accident – A Cautionary Tale for Parents
Celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe is having a tough time after her 13-year-old son, Skyler, ended up in the hospital following a harrowing e-bike accident. Zoe took to Instagram to share the scary news, revealing that Skyler suffered a “lacerated kidney” after the incident, which left him in “a ton of pain” and stuck in the ER for over nine hours. Talk about a wild ride, right?
In her candid post from March 2, Zoe sent out a warning to other parents considering these trendy electric bikes, emphatically stating, “DO NOT.” She confessed that despite being a staunch “hard no” on e-bikes, Skyler had convinced her to ride one, leading to this unfortunate situation. She also described herself as a “shattered mom” during this ordeal, highlighting the emotional toll it has taken on her and the family. As she put it, “100 tests later we are still here, and I know how much worse this could have been.”
This isn’t the first time Skyler has faced a major health scare; he previously survived a dramatic 40-foot fall from a ski lift four years ago, which Zoe referred to as “an actual miracle.” To add a layer of complexity, this accident comes amid Rachel’s ongoing divorce from her husband of over three decades, Rodger Berman. In a heartfelt Instagram post back in September, she shared their mutual decision to end their marriage, emphasizing that their children remain their top priority.
The e-bike craze has raised eyebrows recently, especially as more parents are opting for these high-speed rides for their kids. Data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission indicates that e-bike-related injuries are on the rise, with reports showing a significant increase in emergency room visits due to accidents. So, if you were on the fence about getting one for your child, Rachel Zoe’s experience might just tilt the scales in favor of a resounding “no.”
As for Skyler, there’s a glimmer of hope; Zoe updated fans that he is “doing great” as she prepared for an Oscars party the following day, proving that even in tough times, life goes on. But let this serve as a reminder to all parents: sometimes the latest trends can come with unexpected risks.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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