Neck Support Pillow Infant Head Positioner

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Be aware that, in most cases, flat head syndrome will go away on its own as an infant grows, it is not painful and it does not cause any developmental concerns. If your doctor determines your baby has torticollis, it’s important to start treatment right away to prevent permanent asymmetry, a flat spot on your baby’s head and restricted head movement. Treatment options may include: Physical therapy

If your doctor used forceps or a vacuum device during delivery, those also might have put pressure on your baby’s SCM. Symptoms Place toys so that your baby is forced to look both ways. Those with sounds and lights are really good at drawing their attention. Although babies can be completely safe and comfortable in their cribs without any extra items, many companies promote pillows for young babies and newborns. They're often said to help prevent "flat head" syndrome in babies and are used in cots and cribs. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends waiting to let your baby use a pillow until they are two years old. Is It Safe to Let Your Baby Sleep with a Pillow?Your baby works hard to turn toward you, struggles to turn their head all the way, and becomes upset because the movement is hard. If your baby has the condition at birth, it’s called congenital muscular torticollis. That’s the most common type.

Front baby carriers and slings are effective tools to help alleviate pressure and causing your baby to move its body to different stances. It is recommended to change the positions of these carriers so the baby will look in different directions. When good head control is secured, the baby can be positioned facing away from the parent in the carrier. Also, a good idea is to carry your child in your arms as often as possible. There are two main types of torticollis, each with different causes: Congenital muscular torticollis The most common feature is that the baby prefers to rotate their head to one side and not the other. Breast feeding mothers may notice that their baby prefers to feed from one side. Babies that have difficulty turning their head to the left generally find it more difficult to feed from their mother’s right breast. Siblings help when they play with the baby on the floor, encouraging the baby to follow them with his head in the restricted direction. When your baby has torticollis, this ropy muscle is shortened on one side. Why does the muscle become shortened? Your baby might have been cramped in the womb or may have been in an abnormal position, such as a breech position. That can put extra pressure on one side of your infant’s head, which can cause the SCM to tighten.

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Babies with congenital torticollis usually get diagnosed by the time they're 2 months old via a physical exam. Torticollis from an infection might need antibiotics to get better. If your child has a fever with torticollis, call your doctor.