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Medical Conditions - Baby S Soft Spot

The spaces between the bones in the skull, which are yet to be completed is, called the baby's soft spot. It helps to mold the skull as the child grows. These spots usually close within three months from birth.

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I accidentally pressed the soft spot on my 40 days old baby's head. Should I be worried?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Just pressing the soft spot on the baby's head would not cause any major problem. It is just an opening in the head bones.

Is injury to a baby's soft spot harmful?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It is good to know that feeding and passing urine or motion is normal.

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