Patient's question:
The baby is now 15 days old. At birth, it was noticed that the head shape wasn't very attractive. There's a raised lump at the occipital bone, and it feels like there are sharp edges above both ears. What should we do?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the baby is just born, and the head shape may be deformed due to the pushing in the birth canal. The baby's skull is relatively soft. As long as there are no other problems with the child and they are healthy, the head shape can gradually become rounder with growth and development. During naps and when lying down, placing a book under the baby's head can help shape the occipital bone. Additionally, gently pressing on the protruding areas with your hands is also very effective, as the baby's skull is not yet too hard and is highly malleable. Therefore, there is no need to worry too much.