It was a day full of unexpected emotions for Jason Aldean and his family. On Tuesday, the country music star shared through his Instagram story that his young son, Memphis, had his very first trip to the emergency room. Fortunately, Memphis is doing just fine, and his parents are grateful for the care he received.

Posting a photo that captured the experience, Aldean wrote, “Lil man went to the ER for the first time today.” Despite the scare, the proud dad assured fans that it was a minor injury, saying, “Only needed two stitches and handled it like a champ.” He ended the update on a positive note: “Back home and doing great.”

Brittany Aldean, Jason’s wife, also took to social media to provide more details about the incident. In her Instagram story, she explained, “Our day took a turn when Mems fell at the pool… two stitches under his chin and our official first trip to the E.R.” She added, “Thankful for the amazing nurses and one awesome doctor.” Even though Memphis bounced back quickly, Brittany admitted, “He’s doing amazing, but Mama’s heart isn’t.” Any parent can relate to the worry that comes with a sudden injury, especially when it’s your child’s first ER visit.

The mishap occurred while the Aldeans were enjoying their new life by the water. The family recently purchased a beautiful new home in Florida, and they have been embracing coastal living to the fullest. Jason, who is well-known for his laid-back “beach guy” persona, has shared several snapshots that show just how much his children are loving the new environment.

One adorable photo shows Memphis on a pirate treasure hunt, equipped with his very own metal detector. Jason captioned it by wishing his son luck on his adventures: “Memphis is on a pirate treasure hunt, so we got him a metal detector!” Another heartwarming post features Memphis and his younger sister Navy playing by the water, with Jason writing, “Seeing my babies love the water makes me happier as a Beach guy.” These glimpses into their family life show a softer, more personal side of the country superstar, far removed from the big stages and bright lights.

It’s clear that family is at the center of everything for Jason Aldean. In a recent interview with “Extra’s” Jenn Lahmers, Jason opened up about how deeply his loved ones inspire him. “My wife, kids, and family inspire me, and I just want to leave them this awesome legacy,” he shared. “You know, at the end of all of this, I want to leave them with this lasting musical legacy.”

Jason’s life is rich with family connections. In addition to Memphis and Navy, his children with Brittany, he also has two daughters from a previous relationship: Keeley, 19, and Kendyl, 14. It’s clear that whether he’s at home by the beach, on stage performing, or picking up his son from the ER, Jason’s heart is firmly rooted in his role as a father and husband.

Professionally, Jason Aldean has continued to soar. He recently took home the iHeartRadio Music Awards’ Country Song of the Year for his emotional duet with Carrie Underwood, “If I Didn’t Love You.” Even with all his success in the music world, it’s evident that Jason values his role at home just as much—if not more—than his awards and accolades.

Despite the little scare with Memphis’s fall at the pool, the Aldean family’s story is ultimately one of love, resilience, and gratitude. It’s a reminder that even the biggest country stars face the everyday worries and joys that come with raising kids and building a family.

Through social media, fans have been able to see not just Jason Aldean the performer, but Jason Aldean the father—the man who beams with pride watching his children dig in the sand and splash in the surf, the dad who races to the ER when needed and then celebrates his child’s bravery afterward.

As Memphis continues to heal and the family settles deeper into their Florida paradise, one thing is clear: no matter what life throws at them, the Aldeans will handle it together—with strength, faith, and plenty of love.