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.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think you are referring to plagiocephaly when you say your son has a flat head on one side. It is quite common.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. From what I can see here (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) the shape seems fine.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The rate of increase in head circumference is 0.79 inches per month in the first three months.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The heads of babies usually vary in shape.
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