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Keeps head down

2023-12-13 06:15:23
My baby is 5 months old and keeps head down when we make baby sit or when baby is standing but during tummy time baby keeps head and shoulder up. Is this normal and till which month baby will do the same.
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Its very normal. Babies have tendencies of doing this. It will resolve by 6-7months. Nothing to worry about

Answered2023-12-13 08:02:37

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Hi, Kindly do. Video consult with me. I'm a Pediatric Neurologist and can help you better on video call

Answered2023-12-13 06:44:50

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It's normal

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It's normal

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