Patient's question:
From birth until now, I have been holding the baby by first supporting their back of the head with my hands. Will this way of holding potentially affect the baby's soft spot? The help I am seeking: From birth until now, I have been holding the baby by first supporting their back of the head with my hands. Will this way of holding potentially affect the baby's soft spot?Doctor's answer:
I'll explain your question. According to your description, you quickly inferred, "From birth to now, the child's head is always supported by the hands in this way—will this affect the child's posterior fontanel?" This situation does not cause much interference to the baby's posterior fontanel.Advice: In fact, the baby's brain, within the skull, is well-protected by cerebrospinal fluid and meninges, which provide excellent cushioning. As long as the movements are not violent, it is highly unlikely to cause harm. Strictly speaking, it is best to support the baby's head with the palms when holding them, especially when bringing them down, as the "flesh" on the parents' hands is relatively thick.