My brother and sister n law have a recliner .and lots of little dogs in the house. I hate that thing. It could have happened to anyone. Children or not. Recliners are dangers , when having little animals around . My SIL sits in that chair the most, u can't see the dogs at all underneath that chair. She the SIL is a heavy set woman, so she likes the comfort of the oversized chair. IMO, at their house, it's an accident waiting to happen.
I am very happy your little missy is ok. That was a very close call. I beleive your little son had the power of faith on his side.