Baby flat head

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Baby flat head

Asked for Female, 28 Years

Hello dr. My baby 6months old , he developed flat head back. I googled the images and i am worried for my babies condition. I read on google that there is helmet therapy for this , i do not want to go on that treatment. Please suggest what i can do to rectify his head shape

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Dr. Pandurang Sawant Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Pune · Accepted Answer

Dr. Pandurang Sawant

Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Pune

Do head massage properly every day before bath Change baby's position frequently while sleeping. It will help. Can use baby pillow in a night time while sleeping. As age progresses head will become round bcz skull bone will take time to fuse.

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