Due to immature bone development, many babies have an uneven head shape at the time of birth. This changes with age and time. However, due to many external and internal factors, the shape of the head is affected. For instance, prolonged sleeping in the same position can cause a flat head. Parents should change the sleeping positions or try out making the baby sleep on the tummy, which can minimize this complication.
Plagiocephaly - Types, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Plagiocephaly is the asymmetric shape of the baby’s head due to unilateral flattening.