Keeping Your Baby's Head Round
It is estimated that 1 in 60 babies will suffer from some type of skull deformity caused from something as simple as their sleeping position. This is commonly referred to as “flat head syndrome” or plagiocephaly. It is very common but it is also, to some extent, preventable. You can prevent it - you just have to get started right away!
Our mission at Baby Begin is to provide families with the most up-to-date information about prevention of plagiocephaly, torticollis and treatment of neck tightness. Approximately 80% of babies with skull asymmetries have a neck muscle imbalance or torticollis. If treated early enough, you can successfully reposition your baby, thus keeping the head round and symmetrical. There are numerous medical and social implications from plagiocephaly - let us show you how to avoid them.
If you are on this site, you or someone you know is probably concerned about a baby’s head. The important thing to do at this point is - don’t delay. As soon as you see any type of flattening of your baby’s head, it is time to take action! A common misconception is that the flattening will “correct on it’s own.” This is rare, and not worth the risk of “waiting to see.”