tummy time when awake and someone is watching your baby.
Do stretching exercises ordered by your doctor to help your baby move the neck and shoulders more.
If the problem is serious, your baby may need to wear a special helmet or headband. These can help to reshape your baby's head. ‚
Where can I learn more?
American Association of Neurological Surgeons ‚
http://www.aans.org/Patient%20Information/Conditions%20and%20Treatments/Positional%20Plagiocephaly.aspx ‚
KidsHealth ‚
http://kidshealth.org/parent/growth/sleep/positional_plagiocephaly.html ‚
Last Reviewed Date
2015-04-20 ‚
List_set bdysylist
- Neuromuscular and Skeletal
- Pediatric
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