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2020-11-11 01:59:06
My baby is 6 months old . A small portion in the middle of the head is still soft . When will be it becomes hard and complete. Please answer. Thank you.
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It is a normal phenomenon ,and it may take up to 12 to 18 months to become hardened. U can wait till the time and even after that if it is there, you can consult a pediatrician

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Hi! It’s called anterior fontanelle. That will slowly close once baby grows older. Normally it closes by 15-18 months of age. I

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Hi, The fontanelle will close by 18 months of age.

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