Reminds me of the time my son fell down the stairs (polished wooden stairs, stocking feet). He was carrying his one-week-old youngest son! Fortunately, little "Bear" was in his car seat and was not injured; he woke up but wasn't even scared! His dad was only slightly bruised, but he learned a lesson--either barefoot or shoes!

Ban stairs, ban socks? Might be better to promote common sense.

I hope you're OK, BrRabbit!