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2021-02-07 14:12:51
Hello dr. My baby 6months old , he developed flat head back. I googled the images and i am worried for my babies condition. I read on google that there is helmet therapy for this , i do not want to go on that treatment. Please suggest what i can do to rectify his head shape
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Do head massage properly every day before bath  Change baby's position frequently while sleeping.  It will help.   Can use baby pillow in a night time while sleeping.  As age progresses head will become round bcz skull bone will take time to fuse. 

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